I’ll try this again…., Top Handguns under $350

[Tallball]

I hope this isn't thread drift, but on the used market right now, the Springfield XD pistols have been going for very cheap.

They're a good quality service pistol. You just have to be okay with the small grip safety.

I won a subcompact version for a bid in the low $200's recently, and that's just a ridiculous price. It seems to be every bit as good as my G26 that's the exact same size.

My former FiL has a full-sized version, and it's a good shooter that's given him no problems.

Something to keep an eye on if you're looking for a good-quality used pistol.

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• Tallball
• Aug 25, 2023

 

[kje54]

I hope this isn't thread drift, but on the used market right now, the Springfield XD pistols have been going for very cheap.

They're a good quality service pistol. You just have to be okay with the small grip safety.

I won a subcompact version for a bid in the low $200's recently, and that's just a ridiculous price. It seems to be every bit as good as my G26 that's the exact same size.

My former FiL has a full-sized version, and it's a good shooter that's given him no problems.

Something to keep an eye on if you're looking for a good-quality used pistol.

Springfield XD9.jpg

• Tallball
• Aug 25, 2023

Tho OP didn't stipulate size and Honest Outlaw's video is relatively old so I personally don't see this as a departure from the OP's intent.

 

[kje54]

This Honest Outlaw's video is one of many that keeps getting recycled. If I remember correctly this one first came out years ago, I don't remember exactly when.

 

[Mike J]

I have a PSA Dagger & like it. I did pay over $350 though. I got suckered into paying extra for cerakote & night sights. At the time I bought it the plain jane ones were going for $300 with one Magpul P-mag. I bought a couple of OEM Glock magazines for it. So if I had bought the simpler version & the Glock mags I would have been right at the $350 limit. I have heard they are discontinuing their non-optic cut slides. They were clearancing them over Labor Day weekend. I don't know if any are left or not. I am unsure of their current pricing but they have many different options. The only bad thing about my Dagger when I first got it was that the mag-catch/release was crazy stiff. After shooting it a while it is fine. Some people change the spring.
I had a Millenium Pro G-2. I sold it off because I did not like the trigger. It worked but I decided I didn't like it. I am tempted by the TH series. I would like to try out one of them just because it is DA/SA.
That SAR looks good.
I have been carrying a Ruger Max-9 that is well below the $350 ceiling. It is not the nicest gun ever but it does have a decent trigger (around a 5 pound rolling break) & is very easily concealable. I had some difficulties initially but after adjusting my grip it seems to be fine. I know some people have had some difficulties but I believe if you do Ruger will take care of it. I need to get out & shoot it this weekend.

 

[Mike J]

Here is an under $350 Dagger deal if you are okay with the color https://palmettostatearmory.com/psa...tol-with-extreme-carry-cuts-sniper-green.html

 

[Buckeye63]

I'd spend the extra $20 and get this. I paid $399 for mine from PSA and feel like I stole it.

Steyr M9-A2 9MM Pistol SALE - AtlanticFirearms.com

Steyr Arms 9MM M9-A2 Pistol 78.223.2H0. Great tactical semi automatic striker fired pistol for home defense or recreational shooting. 688218791844.

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I just watched a review of that pistol by “Honest Outlaw” Im impressed

 

[Buckeye63]

Its absolutely mind blowing that you can purchase a CZ P10C or P-10S for under $325
Mine P10C arrived yesterday… quality through and through, Hopefully range day a bit later on .. company today .. so I might can squeeze in a bit of range time .. mind you its non-optic … but personally.. I’m not really on the optic wagon.. probably because Im older and later in the game .. I actually rarely scope a hunting rifle (336)
Basically a 19ish size .. which I really like the Mid-size pistols …The Mid-size just works for me .. extremely shootable and still easy to conceal.. came with two high quality 15rd mags and I ordered a 17rd extended mag which arrived yesterday also..
BTW .. trigger is great .. Im not a trigger snob by any means.. but I can see how this pistol is comparable to the PDP
This is not my pic …

 

[Buckeye63]

Another extremely high quality pistol that is floating around at a unbelievable price is the
Springfield XDM series
I actually saw a XDS M Elite Compact in 9mm with optic cut for $350.00 NIB
A own a 10mm model .. probably one of the best polymer pistols I have ever owned .. great trigger built like a tank

 

[Coyote3855]

Recently purchased my first Taurus, GX4. I'm impressed with fit, finish, and reliability (only 200 rounds to date, no issues.) The ergonomics are great with good grip texture. About $325 shipped for one with a coyote slide.

 

[NIGHTLORD40K]

Just picked up a Beretta APX A1 Carry for $250 on sale from Buds, but their regular price is around $350. Great little gun for the money except for the annoying trigger dongle. An extra hole and roll pin will fix that, though.

 

[Buckeye63]

Recently purchased my first Taurus, GX4. I'm impressed with fit, finish, and reliability (only 200 rounds to date, no issues.) The ergonomics are great with good grip texture. About $325 shipped for one with a coyote slide.

My GX4 & GX4XL are great pistols quality built
Im glad tbey are coming out with a 15rd ( true midsize) im planning on getting a few 15rd mags
for my GX4XL … I hadn’t really had the GX4 In my carry rotation… as yet but the GX4 is probably my most carried pistol.. 100% reliable .. easy to conceal very shootable

 

[Tallball]

I'll pile on. I bought a GX4 due to complicated circumstances and was probably going to "flip" it or have my FFL sell it on commission. Nope. Fits my hand too well and the trigger is too good. It's now my only double-stack carry piece. My friend who shot it intends to buy one for herself.

Taurus GX4 9mm

• Tallball
• Apr 6, 2023

 

[kje54]

I'll pile on. I bought a GX4 due to complicated circumstances and was probably going to "flip" it or have my FFL sell it on commission. Nope. Fits my hand too well and the trigger is too good. It's now my only double-stack carry piece. My friend who shot it intends to buy one for herself.

Taurus GX4 9mm

• Tallball
• Apr 6, 2023

I love my G series pistols, they are my favorites, they fit like a glove and go bang every time. The only one I don't have is the GX4, think I'll have to add that one to my stable. Gotta sell off a few first.

 

[Tallball]

jI love my G series pistols, they are my favorites, they fit like a glove and go bang every time. The only one I don't have is the GX4, think I'll have to add that one to my stable. Gotta sell off a few first.

I was also impressed with my G2C. I bought it out of curiosity because it cost almost nothing. It turned out to be exactly like my G26, except with a weird trigger. I kept the Glock and let the G2C go, just because of the trigger difference, but it was a good pistol that gave me zero problems.

 

[kje54]

I was also impressed with my G2C. I bought it out of curiosity because it cost almost nothing. It turned out to be exactly like my G26, except with a weird trigger. I kept the Glock and let the G2C go, just because of the trigger difference, but it was a good pistol that gave me zero problems.

Their older triggers take some getting used to especially on the G2C. However I will be doing the opposite and letting my G23 go while keeping my G2C.

 

[Buckeye63]

I was also impressed with my G2C. I bought it out of curiosity because it cost almost nothing. It turned out to be exactly like my G26, except with a weird trigger. I kept the Glock and let the G2C go, just because of the trigger difference, but it was a good pistol that gave me zero problems.

G3 has bit better trigger .. than the G2 … I really like my G3X .. which is a G3C with a longer 15rd grip frame … and as you have seen I like the GX4 .. gotz two GX4 & GX4XL now they are coming out with a 15rd version of the GX4XL

 

[Styx]

The best duty grade self-defense handgun under $350 is Beretta APX.

 

[kje54]

The best duty grade self-defense handgun under $350 is Beretta APX.

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There are a lot of good ones out there and the APX is definitively one of them. It's another one on my short list.

 

[Buckeye63]

The best duty grade self-defense handgun under $350 is Beretta APX.

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At any price point… its a contender for the best..

 

[blackd24]

Big fan of the dagger. Trigger is not good - but it depends how you define a good trigger. It’s heavy and mushy but I shoot it really well. The gun fits my hand well and I like the day sights. After shipping and transfer fees they can be had for $275. Easily upgrade the trigger for another $100, or leave it as is. There are all different options and colors and it’s a Glock copy. The platform works.

I have a full size 75B, P-01 with all the Cajun upgrades and it’s really hard to justify spending 3x compared to the dagger.