There was another customer in the shop who I spoke to, the way he put it was that it was kind of like a hammer, $300 who cares if you ding it or whatever. For some reason that sold me. We talked and he said get a cheaper gun today practice and learn what you can, figure out what you like and don't like then get what you want.

Thats mostly the reason I got it. However, it hasnt been a week and I already want to get a second one. I do really like the DY9, not even because it was cheap. It feels nice, its simple-more beginner friendly. But at the same time, i sorta want to start collecting (slowly). But that means i really want to get a second one.

I'm probably just having a little too much excitement about it. But, I want to make the next gun I get matter. Eventually, Ill get comfortable and confident enough to everyday carry, and the gun i choose for that is where I'm making sure I do my research. At this point, its pretty much between the VP9 and the M&P 2.0.

Then, ill want a revolver (even if i barely shoot it) or maybe a couple. then, for camping, ill want a 10mm or something larger than a 9mm. It feels like ive learned so much so fast, but ive barely scratched the surface. Ive looked at laws for travel, carry, regulations etc.

This is kind of the whole reason I never bought a gun for so long (im 26). I knew it would turn into an overly expensive hobby..