AceOfSpades (DayZ)

I just got the game yesterday and am loving it but I'm having a lot of trouble finding any weapons except for the hatchet any tips for finding guns or locations that aren't over run by walkers or bandits? Also whats your favorite weapon(s) that's common? Thanks you guys. :D

I'd try Cherno or Elektro if I had an assault rifle and a good pistol or a group because of the bandits -__-

Just woke up about to play DayZ and I am very thankful for your guys help