if you have no training id say get something with a safety. law enforcement dont use one cuz they wanna draw and shoot. just becuz u have a safety doesnt mean u dont have to use it. anyway a glock or smith and wesson are your best bet for price. if you have alot of money a hk would be sweet. my choice would be a glock 26 9mm with a pinky exstension (sp) and a hk usp compact 45
heres a 27 .40 same frame as the 26