Encoreman
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Hi all, I am looking for my next new CC firearm. I prefer a .40 or .45, no Glocks need apply just don't favor them. Don't want a micro gun, but not a full size. Thanks and hope ya'll have a Happy New Year!
Looking for a new CC firearm
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chickasaw_hunter
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I'll get my popcorn and drinks ready to watch this thread. Maybe we'll also learn the best pickup truck too. There is just so much out there today it will be a tough choice, I made my choice many years ago and in the 40 S&W area I got a Kahr P40 stainless. It's heavy, but that's not a bad thing when you touch one of those 40's off. I tried a poly frame, but liked the solid steel pistol better. You need to go somewhere you can handle, fondle, and helft a bunch of pistols and see what appeals to you.
1942bull
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Ruger Security 9 or Security 9 Compact. Capacity of to 17 rounds in standard model. And 10 to 15 rounds in compact model. Standard ha 4 inch barrel and compact gas 4.42 inch barrel. I carry the compact. Excellent gun on all points, and better yet economical. If you want a showpiece they are not for toy, but if you want a reliable CCW they are near perfect.
Reasons for selecting on this forum at
https://www.thehighroad.org/index.php?threads/your-favorite-ruger-why.899616/page-2#post-12161434
Reasons for selecting on this forum at
https://www.thehighroad.org/index.php?threads/your-favorite-ruger-why.899616/page-2#post-12161434
Lots of good choices out there. Here’s one idea:
Lo-Profile
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Sig Sauer C3 1911 ... That's my EDC
45acp, 4.25" slide on a officer frame.
29.5 ounces empty.
All I added was the magwell and WC magazines
45acp, 4.25" slide on a officer frame.
29.5 ounces empty.
All I added was the magwell and WC magazines
Mark_Mark
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that’s sweet! 4.25” is the sweet spot for 1911 carry!
JeeperCreeper
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Oh man, there's some good options...
For practical boring options I'd probably look to Smith n Wesson of some flavor, shield or m&p2.0 compacts.
For classy, a midsized SIG in .40
For a compact .45 though, if you can find a Beretta/Stoeger Cougar or even a new PX4 compact.
Oh, or an HK45c!!!
For practical boring options I'd probably look to Smith n Wesson of some flavor, shield or m&p2.0 compacts.
For classy, a midsized SIG in .40
For a compact .45 though, if you can find a Beretta/Stoeger Cougar or even a new PX4 compact.
Oh, or an HK45c!!!
Encoreman
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Thanks everyone. Chickasaw hunter, yea I should have known better than ask that question. And we didn't find out which truck was best either.
FL-NC
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I carry a shield 9. I got it when they were available for around $300. Its a good pistol for what I use it for. I also accumulated 2 additional mags thanks to a sale PSA had a few years ago, and I have 2 great holsters for it I really like. Would I rather have a Sig 365 or hellcat? Sure. They are also great guns that hold more rounds and are also very useful for CC. But even if I sold my shield and the stuff for top $, I would still come up short on a 365 or hellcat, along with the additional mags and 2 holsters I would want for a 100% changeover in capability. So in this case, what I have is satisfactory. I have a good CC pistol that I shoot well that carries as many rounds as a 1911. Just because there are some things out there that are a little better doesn't make my shield no good.
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For 40 or 45, and easy to carry?
The Kahr works for me. I'll get one in 45 when I run across one for a good price. This one is in 40. I've carried it at times. It's a bit spicy to shoot, but plenty accurate.
It's about the size of a Glock 43, maybe? I've had it for a few years and never had any problems with it. It's easier to shoot with the pinky extension grip.
The Kahr works for me. I'll get one in 45 when I run across one for a good price. This one is in 40. I've carried it at times. It's a bit spicy to shoot, but plenty accurate.
It's about the size of a Glock 43, maybe? I've had it for a few years and never had any problems with it. It's easier to shoot with the pinky extension grip.
md7
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Shield in whatever caliber you prefer. Slim, proven track record, decent size with the extended plate mags.
Racinfan83
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Nah - I like my F350 Supercab 4x4 with the 6.7 diesel better..
On the OP - it's hard to decide, I know. Every time I think I've bought the "perfect" CCW, somebody comes out with a new and better one. My current EDC is a P365, but I also have a Hellcat. I had a Shield .40 but it was pretty snappy and my aging hands didn't like it much so it went away. I have a Kimber Pro TLE II that I love, but for me it's just a bit big to EDC. I'm also thinking of getting an Ultra Carry II or something of that sort. Still mulling it over...
Mark_Mark
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naw! a Prius with 55 mpg!Nah - I like my F350 Supercab 4x4 with the 6.7 diesel better..
On the OP - it's hard to decide, I know. Every time I think I've bought the "perfect" CCW, somebody comes out with a new and better one. My current EDC is a P365, but I also have a Hellcat. I had a Shield .40 but it was pretty snappy and my aging hands didn't like it much so it went away. I have a Kimber Pro TLE II that I love, but for me it's just a bit big to EDC. I'm also thinking of getting an Ultra Carry II or something of that sort. Still mulling it over...
Well, I like a good 1911, but swore-off anything smaller than full-sized 5” 1911 pistols. A full-sized 1911 is, however, nicely slim, so is “less-full-sized” than many of the wider-body handSguns out there, on the market.
For a smaller .45 auto-pistol, I recently acquired a Glock G30s Short Frame, and then added a G30 Gen4, but Glock having been factored-out by the OP, I might have a look at the .45 ACP version of the Shield, because I know that some real-world folks have throughly tested their .45 Shields.
For a smaller .45 auto-pistol, I recently acquired a Glock G30s Short Frame, and then added a G30 Gen4, but Glock having been factored-out by the OP, I might have a look at the .45 ACP version of the Shield, because I know that some real-world folks have throughly tested their .45 Shields.
jag1954
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I'm partial to this. MR Desert Eagle 4.33"
CapnMac
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As above, SIG C3 is probably the right answer.
Armybrat
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Do not overlook the Kahr P45... standard officer size mags work just fine in mine.
https://shopkahrfirearmsgroup.com/copy-of-p45-matte-stainless-slide-w-night-sights-ca-approved/
https://shopkahrfirearmsgroup.com/copy-of-p45-matte-stainless-slide-w-night-sights-ca-approved/
It’s OK still. Ford. And a Kimber. I would say we agreeNah - I like my F350 Supercab 4x4 with the 6.7 diesel better..
On the OP - it's hard to decide, I know. Every time I think I've bought the "perfect" CCW, somebody comes out with a new and better one. My current EDC is a P365, but I also have a Hellcat. I had a Shield .40 but it was pretty snappy and my aging hands didn't like it much so it went away. I have a Kimber Pro TLE II that I love, but for me it's just a bit big to EDC. I'm also thinking of getting an Ultra Carry II or something of that sort. Still mulling it over...
tomrkba
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SIG P320 45 C if you can find one. It is between the Glock 30 and Glock 21/M&P 45 FS M2.0 in height. I really like mine.
However, HK is excellent and you will not regret getting one. Try a HK USP 45 Compact or HK45 Compact. Both with LEM trigger.
However, HK is excellent and you will not regret getting one. Try a HK USP 45 Compact or HK45 Compact. Both with LEM trigger.
ontarget
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My Colt Commander carries well.
I can't wait to get it back in the holster.
Very accurate but I need to have it looked at by a pro before I carry it again.
I can't wait to get it back in the holster.
Very accurate but I need to have it looked at by a pro before I carry it again.
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