This being your first Real gun, I guess wood is a good idea, it gets you back to roots so to speak. If this is #1 never sell it. When it is time, give it to the right person, that will never sell it.

Research all brands of guns for yourself, learn their history and where they are now. Find out who owns the companyand where manufactured. You will probably start forming opinions about what you want to look at.

Go to a large retailer and lay hands on these brands/models side-by-side. Relax and take each model one handed in your dominant hand and lower to your side. Pick up the gun swiftly like you were going to fire but don't tense up. Each will feel different for what ever reason, decide the one you are most comfortable with.

Allpopular manufacturers make good guns.

I like the Barrel to say MADE IN USA myself, so I suggest a Ruger or Remington. Each has several models of wood guns, great quality, one should fit.

Don't rush your buy, and enjoy the process.