~BashfulWolf

So I have my class A concealed carry firearms license for my state now and am beginning researching potential candidates for what I want to own. I have two main goals for getting my license and am soliciting feedback/opinions on the following:

1.) First goal is long range rifle target shooting. This has always been an interest of mine and am exploring different options for long range target shooting (not hunting). By long range I am talking 400-1000 yards and would be interested in bolt action, accurate rifles (preferably sub MoA...but I realize those things get pricey pretty quickly). To give you an example of what I am talking about, I like the .308 Savage Model 10 with a decent scope. Let me know your thoughts on the above or your preferences/suggestions for other models/calibers/rigs.

2.) Second goal is self-protection/home protection. While I have a decent martial arts background and can still effectively defend myself, I AM getting older and the ability to defend myself will diminish over time. I do venture into some dangerous cities from time to time and it would be nice to have a small, easily concealable firearm at my side should I feel the need. I was thinking that a 9MM should be sufficient but am not adverse to the .357SIG caliber or even a 40 either. 45 caliber is probably too much recoil for the size of the handgun I have in mind. To give you an idea of what I was thinking of, I was thinking something along the lines of the Sig Sauer P239 SAS Gen (http://www.sigsauer.com/CatalogProd.....sas-gen-2.aspx).

Again, please let me know your thoughts/experiences with the above with my goals in mind and suggest pros/cons and recommendations.

As always, appreciate all your input!!!

-Bash