Best Compact for Around $400?

[22HM77]

I'm in the market for a small pistol, preferably in 9mm. I'd really prefer to buy it new, but I am always open to suggestions. What would be a feasible pistol in my price range? I've so far been thinking a Kel-tec P11 or Bersa Thunder 380. I like the P11's more powerful cartridge, but the Bersa I believe is more reliable (reliability being my biggest concern). What do you think; should I just bite the bullet and spend another $150 to get a XD, CZ, Glock, etc., get the P11 or Bersa, or other ideas?

 

[Jimmie]

reliability being my biggest concern

In that case: CPO 239

http://mactec-militaryarms.com/sigsauer.html

Or the G - G - G - G - that one - they don't fail either.

 

[Commander Guineapig]

I got my Glock 17 used in good shape for $400.
With hi-caps too.
I cannot believe I sold it. :banghead:
darn me.

GP

 

[markmc753]

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/34017

 

[XNavyflyer]

Cz P01.

 

[modifiedbrowning]

Check out the Bersa Thunder 9 Ultracompact. I have two and both have been 100% reliable, accurate and have nice triggers as well. I paid $350 OTD for each.

 

[strat81]

What about the M&Pc? S&W is offering a $50 rebate plus 2 mags on all new M&Ps. http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/...catalogId=11101&content=47802&sectionId=10002

 

[Gila Jorge]

Bersa Ultra Compact 9....I have one and paid 450 for it...it is a fine weapon...I use if by my nightstand...and also for carry...have several hundred rounds through it and no hiccups...mine has the stainless barrel and two tone black and stainless...

 

[glockman19]

A used Glock 17/19 or 26 can be found for around $400

 

[ShooterMcGavin]

My first thought is Kahr CW9. Bud's has it for $388.

WHY are you guys suggesting the G17?? That is not a compact

 

[scurtis_34471]

After the $50 rebate, a S&W M&P 9C runs in the low $400s and you get two additional magazines, for a total of four. Its a very nice gun. I bought one for my wife and she loves it.

 

[JDGray]

What glockman19, said

 

[Golddog]

CZ Rami 9mm. Can be had for under four bills used. 30 oz. loaded (10+1); will go cocked and locked or TDA.

 

[CoRoMo]

I've got a Kel-Tec P11, and won't part with it for anything, so I recommend it. The size is what sold me. However, if you can bring yourself to bite that bullet, this is my advice,check it here

 

[quickcanary]

I can wholeheartedly recommend the G19/G26, but if you absolutely don't want to save up I'd probably go with the Bersa Thunder 9mm. I think you'd be wise to save for the Glock though, especially if reliability is as big of a concern as you say it is. You could pick up a Kel-Tec or Bersa and find it to be very reliable...but I can say without hesitation that I'd trust my life to my Glock. In nearly 1,000 rounds it hasn't had a single malfunction in my hands!

Disclaimer: I'm not saying Glock should be everyone's favorite pistol, but for a reliable compact 9mm you would be very hard-pressed to go wrong with one.

 

[mitch256]

I just picked up this West German Police Sig Sauer P6. It is the european version of the Sig P225. You can buy one for $325-$375. I highly recommend them.

Here's mine.