.22lr seems to be the one that gets the most converts that I've seen. Its low recoil seems to be a very popular point of attraction.
I know my wife absolutely loves shooting my Rem. 572 and so do several of her female friends.
Phased plasma rifle in the 40 watt range.What gun or guns when a none gun person shoots them immediately converts them to a gun lover?
I mean, I really like the 1911 platform especially in 357 sig. That is a conversion gun for gun people and some non gun guys. But someone new may not like the recoil and noise.
It seems to me most non gun people enjoy a suppressed 22, just about any model. or plain 22 anyway
After typing this out and thinking about it and no offense to the women shooters on the board. My wife starts several women out with the 22 suppressed and that goes over real well.
Guys do tend to get bored with it and want something a little larger.
the 9mm 1911 seems to make a believer out of most guys the first time around.
What experience do you have?
Pretty hard to beat a .22, semi auto or revolver. Easy to shoot takes away a lot of fear.