I already have a 642 that will definitely serve as a carry weapon, and I'm trying to decide what my second one should be. Here are the options I'm considering:
1) Kahr MK9 (already own). This is heavier than the 642 but similar in size, though the capacity is 2 or 3 more than the 642 and in a larger caliber (9MM). It can be pocket carried if necessary, though it works better IWB or OWB. It's only negatives would be that this is possibly too similar to the 642 sizewise and I'm not gaining a whole lot.
2) S&W M&Pc (already own). This is heavier and larger than the 642, though it carries 13 9MM rounds. It would be carried IWB at times, but probably mostly OWB in colder weather.
3) Springfield EMP (would need to buy). Again, this is heavier and larger than the 642, but carries 10 rounds of 9MM. It would be thinner than the M&Pc but taller and slighly longer than the M&Pc (I may be wrong about the length, as I'm going from memory here).
Right now I think the best option is the 642/M&Pc combo, as it should get me through most any situation I'd be involved in.
Your thoughts/comments?
1) Kahr MK9 (already own). This is heavier than the 642 but similar in size, though the capacity is 2 or 3 more than the 642 and in a larger caliber (9MM). It can be pocket carried if necessary, though it works better IWB or OWB. It's only negatives would be that this is possibly too similar to the 642 sizewise and I'm not gaining a whole lot.
2) S&W M&Pc (already own). This is heavier and larger than the 642, though it carries 13 9MM rounds. It would be carried IWB at times, but probably mostly OWB in colder weather.
3) Springfield EMP (would need to buy). Again, this is heavier and larger than the 642, but carries 10 rounds of 9MM. It would be thinner than the M&Pc but taller and slighly longer than the M&Pc (I may be wrong about the length, as I'm going from memory here).
Right now I think the best option is the 642/M&Pc combo, as it should get me through most any situation I'd be involved in.
Your thoughts/comments?