I was poking around the forms and didn't see much for a first firearm purchase. I have my FOID card. And i've been been looking a few guns for first purchase. Please take into consideration that i've never shot a gun before and I want to get proper form and aiming down before picking up higher caliber, and .22LR is inexpensive ammo. Some of you may even suggest I take a class at a local gun shop before even purchasing, which i'm strongly considering. Gun safety is important. Anyways... Here is what i've been looking at. Smith & Wesson® M&P .22 Compact Rimfire Pistol Smith & Wesson® M&P 15-22 Sport .22 LR Semiautomatic Rifles Fire away at me. I'm looking for yes and no, why and why not.