My go-to is a compact double-stack, but I decided to start investigating smaller pistols for possible alternate carry. At the range today I rented a Sig P365 and Springfield Hellcat, basic models of each, but with the pinky-extending magazine for a full grip with all four fingers. Only shot 15 rounds through each, all at 7 yards.
Simple thoughts:
1. Were I to get a pistol in this class, I'd definitely use only the extended base mag , no flush mags. I hate a 3-finger grip with pinky waving in the wind.
2. Although the painted rear U-sight on the Hellcat looks much friendlier than the standard black notch on the P365 when examining them side-by-side at the counter, in actual firing front-sight focus made them indistinguishable to me.
3. I like the feel in my hand for grip and comfort better with the Sig P365 than the Springfield Hellcat ...
4. But I shot better with the Hellcat than the P365.
So, not close to adding to the gun safe, for now, but I think I need to do some more rentals of both before deciding on a preference.
Simple thoughts:
1. Were I to get a pistol in this class, I'd definitely use only the extended base mag , no flush mags. I hate a 3-finger grip with pinky waving in the wind.
2. Although the painted rear U-sight on the Hellcat looks much friendlier than the standard black notch on the P365 when examining them side-by-side at the counter, in actual firing front-sight focus made them indistinguishable to me.
3. I like the feel in my hand for grip and comfort better with the Sig P365 than the Springfield Hellcat ...
4. But I shot better with the Hellcat than the P365.
So, not close to adding to the gun safe, for now, but I think I need to do some more rentals of both before deciding on a preference.