jimbo555
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I'm happy with my ruger lc9,it can fit in most pockets but I prefer a simple slide holster owb. I carry a walther tph always in a pocket.
Pocket pistol! Reliabilty is my first choice!!
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OrangePwrx9
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Reliability is the issue, alright grey. But think total system reliability. What if you're partially disabled with a broken arm or wrist; or maybe picked up a bullet that's disabled a flipper?
I'd love to try a CM9 or a G26 because I own and like their larger brethern. OTOH, getting older has taught me that strength and ability isn't always a given. That's what sent me to the revolver camp.
I'm confident I can keep a revolver running, reloads and all, with one hand. Without some very specific training and regular practice, I'm not sure I could do the same with a semi-auto pistol.
So, for now the pocket pistol is a J-frame. There may be a CM9 in the future, but there may also may be an LCR or another J-frame.
I'd love to try a CM9 or a G26 because I own and like their larger brethern. OTOH, getting older has taught me that strength and ability isn't always a given. That's what sent me to the revolver camp.
I'm confident I can keep a revolver running, reloads and all, with one hand. Without some very specific training and regular practice, I'm not sure I could do the same with a semi-auto pistol.
So, for now the pocket pistol is a J-frame. There may be a CM9 in the future, but there may also may be an LCR or another J-frame.
CountryUgly
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If reliabilty is the main concern then What tihs guy said ^^^^ ...Sure I carry a 1911 but I don't leave home without the 442 in the pocket.
Soldiernurse
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The M&P Shield .40 fits well in cargo pockets w/ DeSantis Superfly holster.
Soldiernurse
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Hated the heavy pull on the PM9 & traded it. I'd highly recommend the KelTec PF-9 for a pocket carry. Thin, light weight, and only 5lb trigger pull. Plus, the recoil is very doable.
I owned both and after I got a PM9 I couldn't wait to get rid of the PF9.
I found the felt recoil from the PF9 was much more punishing than the recoil from the PM9 and I am way more accurate with the PM9 as well.
easyg
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If reliability is the most important factor then the revolver has a slight edge over an autoloader.
I really like the Ruger LCR....
I've owned several S&W snubbies but the Ruger has a better trigger pull by far.
I really like the Ruger LCR....
I've owned several S&W snubbies but the Ruger has a better trigger pull by far.
Do you happen to have a side by side or comparision photo of the Ruger and Walther THP?
I am very interested in that little Walther
Dr_B
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I pocket carried my Shield .40 most of last week while visiting family in another state. It works fine for pocket carry depending on the person.
DAdams
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http://www.mouseguns.com/PocketAutoComparison.pdf
In my view and experience it's not as much about size as weight. Put a pound in your pocket and walk around with it for a day. Try it in the different slacks, jeans, and shorts you commonly wear.
I haven't found a nine then that will pocket carry. Let alone the reliability or lack there of of a semiauto.
Next consider shape and size in the same pants above including weight.
The quest continues......good luck.
Consider also a revolver for pocket carry.
In my view and experience it's not as much about size as weight. Put a pound in your pocket and walk around with it for a day. Try it in the different slacks, jeans, and shorts you commonly wear.
I haven't found a nine then that will pocket carry. Let alone the reliability or lack there of of a semiauto.
Next consider shape and size in the same pants above including weight.
The quest continues......good luck.
Consider also a revolver for pocket carry.
One_Jackal
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The OP appears to be dead set on a 9mm. He would have to go to a 38 spcl to own a proven revolver. All I can say is good luck!
jimbo555
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Sorry,not very good at pics yet! Ruger lc9 and Walther tph.
jimbo555
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TennJed,post #59 asked for the comparison.It does show that there are big differences in the sizes of pocket pistols!
stroked383z
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I bought my wife a .380 BodyGuard, and I have a Ruger LC9. Both are nice guns. Didn't take very many rounds to get used to the long trigger on the LC9. Both of these guns are little firecrackers in your hands. They really do kick pretty decent. I also have a .38 Special Derringer (wouldn't ever wanna carry it in my pocket though)
jolly roger
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Reliability...S&W J Frame REVOLVER no question.
Yeah blame that on me. I have shot the LC9 so I know what it feels like in my hand. Just wanted to see what they looked like side by side to get a feel for the true size of the TPH since I have never seen one in person. I am really interested in them though
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