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Concealed carry gun recommendation?
Posted on 7/17/16 at 12:03 pm
Posted on 7/17/16 at 12:03 pm
Already have my CCP. What's the OB general consensus on the best handguns for this purpose? TIA
- looking for a 9mm
- looking for a 9mm
This post was edited on 7/17/16 at 12:07 pm
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Posted on 7/17/16 at 12:21 pm to LSUregit
Glock 43
Posted on 7/17/16 at 12:25 pm to LSUregit
Shield
Posted on 7/17/16 at 12:41 pm to LSUregit
shield
Posted on 7/17/16 at 12:44 pm to LSUregit
Shield.
Posted on 7/17/16 at 12:53 pm to LSUregit
Any thoughts on the S&W SD9VE?
Posted on 7/17/16 at 12:55 pm to 10MTNTiger
quote:
Glock 43
or Glock 26
Posted on 7/17/16 at 12:57 pm to LSUregit
Shield
Posted on 7/17/16 at 12:58 pm to Fxr_ryder
quote:
S&W SD9VE?
The only shitty gun that S&W makes.
Posted on 7/17/16 at 1:23 pm to LSUregit
Shield
43s not bad, but it's unacceptable that it only has a 6rd cap
43s not bad, but it's unacceptable that it only has a 6rd cap
Posted on 7/17/16 at 1:25 pm to Fxr_ryder
quote:
Any thoughts on the S&W SD9VE?
Yes, it's a piece of shite
Posted on 7/17/16 at 1:26 pm to LSUregit
LSUregit,
Personally, I'd rec a small, single stack 9mm for most people. Just my personal preference, but I think most are best served by a DAO gun or a striker fired gun. Some of the better known 9mm single stack mag guns in this category are Kahr CW9/PM9/P9, Ruger LC9/LC9s, Walther PPS M2, S&W M&P Shield, Springfield Armory XDs, Kimber Solo, Sig Sauer 250 and Beretta Nano. For those willing to adequately learn the SAO platform, I'd throw in the Sig 938 as well as a reliable 1911 (either Officer or Commander size). Most of these guns will be carried inside (or outside) the waistband; some of the smaller single stack 9mm's can also be pocket carried in some pants. Remember that for IWB cc, you'll need to wear pants that are 1-2" longer in the waist.
If one intends to cc outside the waistband (OWB), I'd look at the double stack mag guns. In this category I'd include the various compact and mid-size Glocks, M&P's, XD's and DAO Sig Sauers. Some like to cc a double stack gun IWB. I tried it for a while w/ my first cc gun (SA XD 40 S&W) before quickly realizing it was NOT for me.
I'm sure I've left off some good ones, but these are the first that come to my mind.
The main thing is to find a reliable gun that handles well for you. Glocks are VERY good guns, but they don't handle/point well for me. If you don't like the trigger, instead of modifying it I'd suggest getting a different gun that has a trigger you find acceptable. Also decide what type of features you want your gun to have. If you want an external safety lever, then it won't be a Glock. If you want a grip safety, your gun will have to be an 1911 or an XD/XDs. If possible, handle as many as you can before deciding on one.
ETA: I didn't even mention revolvers since you've already settled on the 9mm, but forgot that Ruger actually chambers their fine LCR in 9mm.
Personally, I'd rec a small, single stack 9mm for most people. Just my personal preference, but I think most are best served by a DAO gun or a striker fired gun. Some of the better known 9mm single stack mag guns in this category are Kahr CW9/PM9/P9, Ruger LC9/LC9s, Walther PPS M2, S&W M&P Shield, Springfield Armory XDs, Kimber Solo, Sig Sauer 250 and Beretta Nano. For those willing to adequately learn the SAO platform, I'd throw in the Sig 938 as well as a reliable 1911 (either Officer or Commander size). Most of these guns will be carried inside (or outside) the waistband; some of the smaller single stack 9mm's can also be pocket carried in some pants. Remember that for IWB cc, you'll need to wear pants that are 1-2" longer in the waist.
If one intends to cc outside the waistband (OWB), I'd look at the double stack mag guns. In this category I'd include the various compact and mid-size Glocks, M&P's, XD's and DAO Sig Sauers. Some like to cc a double stack gun IWB. I tried it for a while w/ my first cc gun (SA XD 40 S&W) before quickly realizing it was NOT for me.
I'm sure I've left off some good ones, but these are the first that come to my mind.
The main thing is to find a reliable gun that handles well for you. Glocks are VERY good guns, but they don't handle/point well for me. If you don't like the trigger, instead of modifying it I'd suggest getting a different gun that has a trigger you find acceptable. Also decide what type of features you want your gun to have. If you want an external safety lever, then it won't be a Glock. If you want a grip safety, your gun will have to be an 1911 or an XD/XDs. If possible, handle as many as you can before deciding on one.
ETA: I didn't even mention revolvers since you've already settled on the 9mm, but forgot that Ruger actually chambers their fine LCR in 9mm.
This post was edited on 7/17/16 at 1:29 pm
Posted on 7/17/16 at 1:39 pm to LSUregit
I shot the Performance Center M&P Shield 9mm this weekend.... Looking to buy it but it's a bitch to find.
Posted on 7/17/16 at 1:57 pm to LSUregit
I own all 3.
Shield
LC9S
CM9
I think thw LC9S might be my favorite. Huge improvement over the original LC9.
Shield
LC9S
CM9
I think thw LC9S might be my favorite. Huge improvement over the original LC9.
Posted on 7/17/16 at 2:02 pm to LSUregit
I'd say Glock 19 (or 26) would be the "best" cc handgun you could have. It's hard to argue with the record it has. That said - I personally carry a Shield due to its thin profile. Go ahead and buy both now and try for yourself. You'll figure out which one you want on all the time, then you'll have a darn good backup to boot.
Posted on 7/17/16 at 2:57 pm to LSUregit
P2000sk V2
Posted on 7/17/16 at 4:25 pm to LSUregit
I really like my Springfield Armory XD mod2 with the 3" barrel.
nice trigger, double stack and out of the box has a 13 rd mag.
But this is a personal choice and you need to go with a Firearm you are comfortable with.
nice trigger, double stack and out of the box has a 13 rd mag.
But this is a personal choice and you need to go with a Firearm you are comfortable with.
Posted on 7/17/16 at 7:35 pm to klrstix
springfield xds or shield
I carry a 19 right now but Im about to get a shield to carry
I carry a 19 right now but Im about to get a shield to carry
Posted on 7/17/16 at 7:38 pm to boatless2
quote:
springfield xds or shield
Trying to decide between these two now.
Posted on 7/17/16 at 8:22 pm to Carson123987
quote:
43s not bad, but it's unacceptable that it only has a 6rd cap
I get that, I swapped my base pads with a +2 base pad by taran tactical. Holds 8 in the mag and one in the pipe. up to about 2500 rounds and not a single hiccup.
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