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Tamara
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I assume you want a semiauto?
Tamara
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Glock 19? CZ P-01?
If you're willing to go used, you might could scare up a SIG P-228/229 or an HK USP-9c...
If you're willing to go used, you might could scare up a SIG P-228/229 or an HK USP-9c...
I like my Glock, but the 19 is essentially the same gun. I have been checking out the CZ's, they look pretty sweet.
I'm willing to go used, if I can find decent stuff used. Around here, all I see is used guns at new prices. The last USPc I saw used was priced at $700
I'm willing to go used, if I can find decent stuff used. Around here, all I see is used guns at new prices. The last USPc I saw used was priced at $700
zorba
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I'm about the same size as you, I have a Glock 19 that conceals very well. That being said, I also like the STI LS & BLS, to stay close to your price range you would have to get a used one. They are small and thin like the Kahr, very nice for CCW. Worth considering.
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What is and is not concealable tends to vary, some people claim they can only carry little .25's, others will do what it takes to carry a 1911 GM. Your Kahr is one of the best carry guns around, so I'm offering picks of all sizes. You should buy something that fits your hand, then worry where to hide it. Stretch your budget by buying from out of state dealer and finding a ffl to do the transfer. You can save $75 to $100, more if your local shops are rip of joints.
Some suggestions, and recent sale prices (some may not be in stock) CDNN is not Canadian $. All the prices are less shipping and dealer transfer fees. Not an offer to sell. If you want prices on anything else, or variant not listed, just ask.
Beretta 92d Compact Type L 499.99 (CDNN)
Longish trigger reach
Browning Hi Power Chrome 599.99-550.00 (CDNN)- GLP14
Exceeds Budget
KelTec p11 Chrome 199.99 (CDNN)
Small, light, redundant since you have a Kahr
HK USP Fullsized stainless 599.99 (CDNN)
Trigger reach/Price but you get a lot for your money
Sig 228 DAO 489.99 (CDNN)
Compact,Meets your needs very well, optional short trigger, would be my choice
HK USP 40 used 399.99 (CDNN)
.40 and large,but what a deal!
Steyr Model M 299.99 (CDNN)
No comment
Springfield XD 365.15+
5" 4" 3" all list same price, seems to be very popular, looking into one myself
Sig 220 9mm $469.00 (SOG)
Single stack, slim grip, large
S&W 6946 259.95 used (SOG)
DAO,I hate buying used Al frame guns extra 12 rnd mags are cheap
S&W 6906 used 289.99 KY
DA/SA, see above
SIG 226 used 389.99
I hate buying used Al frame guns
S&W 5906 449.99 CDNN
Heavy
Walther P99/P99 QA
Grip is adaptable to people with smaller hands, has weird manual of arms.
Beretta 92 compact Type M
Single stack
High Power Clone $250+
Needs a trip to gunsmith to clean up rough spots
CZ 75 $325+
A true bargin, seems to fit lots of people
Ruger 9mm's $275+
Not pretty but reliable
Kahr T9
Didn't bother to look up price as it is way over budget
HK P7M8 used 699.95
Over budget, probably a 20yo jersey state trooper gun, but a cult classic
Dave
Some suggestions, and recent sale prices (some may not be in stock) CDNN is not Canadian $. All the prices are less shipping and dealer transfer fees. Not an offer to sell. If you want prices on anything else, or variant not listed, just ask.
Beretta 92d Compact Type L 499.99 (CDNN)
Longish trigger reach
Browning Hi Power Chrome 599.99-550.00 (CDNN)- GLP14
Exceeds Budget
KelTec p11 Chrome 199.99 (CDNN)
Small, light, redundant since you have a Kahr
HK USP Fullsized stainless 599.99 (CDNN)
Trigger reach/Price but you get a lot for your money
Sig 228 DAO 489.99 (CDNN)
Compact,Meets your needs very well, optional short trigger, would be my choice
HK USP 40 used 399.99 (CDNN)
.40 and large,but what a deal!
Steyr Model M 299.99 (CDNN)
No comment
Springfield XD 365.15+
5" 4" 3" all list same price, seems to be very popular, looking into one myself
Sig 220 9mm $469.00 (SOG)
Single stack, slim grip, large
S&W 6946 259.95 used (SOG)
DAO,I hate buying used Al frame guns extra 12 rnd mags are cheap
S&W 6906 used 289.99 KY
DA/SA, see above
SIG 226 used 389.99
I hate buying used Al frame guns
S&W 5906 449.99 CDNN
Heavy
Walther P99/P99 QA
Grip is adaptable to people with smaller hands, has weird manual of arms.
Beretta 92 compact Type M
Single stack
High Power Clone $250+
Needs a trip to gunsmith to clean up rough spots
CZ 75 $325+
A true bargin, seems to fit lots of people
Ruger 9mm's $275+
Not pretty but reliable
Kahr T9
Didn't bother to look up price as it is way over budget
HK P7M8 used 699.95
Over budget, probably a 20yo jersey state trooper gun, but a cult classic
Dave
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12 Volt Man
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Looks like your are missing CZomething from your collection. I will second what Tamara said about the P-01, or if you don't care for accessory rails, check out the PCR.
10-Ring
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How do you like the guns you have? Are their features you like or dislike that you'd like to avoid for this next gun?
Just to get the ball rolling, I'd second a used USPc 9
Just to get the ball rolling, I'd second a used USPc 9
I'd look at a CZ Compact if I were you -- especially if I were interested in the PCR/P-01 but wanted a normal safety and condition-1 carry.
HBK
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Try a Walther P-99. You can find 16 round mags for it and it shoots like a dream.
Thanks for all the suggestions, I'm going to try to check out at least a couple of them this weekend.
Good question. I like a take down level a LOT more than a take down pin, makes disassembly a lot easier, which is a big deal when you shoot and clean every weekend. The Glock 17 really doesn't fit my hands, but it's a very early model (legally holds 19+1 rounds) without the finger grooves, so that may be a factor. The Kahr grip is a little smallish, but ok. The Sig with Hogues fits me perfect, and I seem to shoot it more than all the other combined.
Good question. I like a take down level a LOT more than a take down pin, makes disassembly a lot easier, which is a big deal when you shoot and clean every weekend. The Glock 17 really doesn't fit my hands, but it's a very early model (legally holds 19+1 rounds) without the finger grooves, so that may be a factor. The Kahr grip is a little smallish, but ok. The Sig with Hogues fits me perfect, and I seem to shoot it more than all the other combined.
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Well put 10-ring!
Mikel, is the Kahr grip too short or to small around ? I have huge hands, and while can't get all my fingers on the K40 grip, the trigger reach (the most important part) is ok. Is it the dangling pinky you don't like? Guns with grips than cover the backstrap can usually have their grips reduced forw/aft while guns with grip panels that don't can sometimes be reduced in width. How do you feel about trigger action? DAO, DA/SA, Single action? What about a safety/decocker? Are you going to spend money looking for standard capacity magazines vs. 10 rounders. If not, single stack may be the way to go.
Just some points to ponder.
Dave
Mikel, is the Kahr grip too short or to small around ? I have huge hands, and while can't get all my fingers on the K40 grip, the trigger reach (the most important part) is ok. Is it the dangling pinky you don't like? Guns with grips than cover the backstrap can usually have their grips reduced forw/aft while guns with grip panels that don't can sometimes be reduced in width. How do you feel about trigger action? DAO, DA/SA, Single action? What about a safety/decocker? Are you going to spend money looking for standard capacity magazines vs. 10 rounders. If not, single stack may be the way to go.
Just some points to ponder.
Dave
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New in Box SIG 225 $525
Hard to find new,not very much bigger than 239, only able to find the one
SW3953 TSW $498.50
About same size as your SIG but grip is shorter.
Dave
Hard to find new,not very much bigger than 239, only able to find the one
SW3953 TSW $498.50
About same size as your SIG but grip is shorter.
Dave
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Dave - Just slightly too short, but no big deal. I think I will probably buy a couple of mag extensions with the finger rest. The factory extended mag actually fits me quite comfortably, but a finger groove would be better.
I don't have a preference to action type that would make me rule out a gun. In other words, I prefer DA/SA to DAO, but I do own DAO guns, so it's not that big of a deal.
Right now, I think I'm most strongly considering a Springfield XD Subcompact 9mm, but I can't find one locally to even hold. If it fits as well as the 4" XD does, I will probably have to buy one.
I don't have a preference to action type that would make me rule out a gun. In other words, I prefer DA/SA to DAO, but I do own DAO guns, so it's not that big of a deal.
Right now, I think I'm most strongly considering a Springfield XD Subcompact 9mm, but I can't find one locally to even hold. If it fits as well as the 4" XD does, I will probably have to buy one.
Any more suggestions to check out? I'm kinda biding my time untill the next gun show hits town. I've been keeping my eyes open for a used USPc, but I can't find one for much less than new prices. Still can't find a dealer with a XD-9 Subcompact in stock, I'll take a chance on buying a high demand gun without shooting it, but not without even holding it.
WonderNine
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One of these:
I lurve mine.
I lurve mine.
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