What is (would you like) for your CCW?

[xxxleafybugxxx]

I know I'm flip flopping and I'm all over the place. I'm making my choice in 3 days. Now, I'm thinking nano, as it looks the best (to me anyways) and just seems like the best choice from my research.
Don't be afraid to chime in!

 

[mnhntr]

You really should try to find a way to shoot some before you buy or at least handle so you can see what fits you the best.

 

[beeenbag]

Why don't you shoot some and decide based on your own opinions of each gun?

What works for me or joe the plumber, may or may not work for you.

 

[tarosean]

Looks shouldn't be important. How it feels and acts under live fire is more important.

 

[George Dickel]

I've also been looking for a small semi-auto pistol for CCW instead of my 5 shot revolver. LGS has an indoor range and I tried out a Ruger LC9 that they use in their concealed carry classes. Loved the feel of the pistol and it wasn't much on recoil, actually pleasant to shoot, however the trigger is atrocious. Long, long pull and I kept pinching the tip of my trigger finger between the trigger and the trigger guard. Had to just put the tip of my finger on the trigger to keep from being pinched. Not something easy to remember in a panic situation.

Long story to say you should locate a LGS that rents pistols to shoot and try them out. I was allowed to dry fire the pistol in the display case but I didn't get the pinch that way, only when I shot it. Once you have bought it, it's yours and you will lose money if you decide to trade for something else that suits you. What feels good in my hand may feel like crap in yours. Also asking others what they prefer is like asking what type of woman they like, blonde, brunette, redhead, tall, short, etc, you will get all kinds of different answers.

Don't get into such a hurry, it will only disappoint you if you choose poorly.

 

[LKLive13]

I chose XD after firing multiple rental guns at the LGS nearby. They just fit me well versus any other that I tried.

 

[Wreck-n-Crew]

You had a Bersa and a Kel-Tec and no S&W? I feel slighted . Not really but you left a good one out there. The Shield is a fine pistol and gets good reviews.

I tend to favor bigger guns than the subcompacts and manage to carry them in lieu of pocket pistols. Compacts with at least a 4" barrel make a good carry for me a good balance of accuracy and capacity fill my needs fine.

 

[Antrome]

I carry an Xds most of the time, it's more concealable in my work clothes. I prefer to carry my Glock19, and do so whenever my wardrobe allows.

 

[possum]

Glock for me.

 

[hartcreek]

Hey this is 2014 what happened to all those jet cars and lazer guns that were supposed to be available by now?

 

[Strahley]

I agree, don't be in a huge hurry to go buy something. Do your research as you are doing, but you should absolutely go out and rent some guns to see how you do with them. Some guns may feel great in hand but you may be a horrible shot with them. Vice versa may also happen. You'll also learn what sort of features you like, dislike, or are indifferent about. What works for me will be different than what works for somebody else

Me, I like simple and reliable. No manual safeties or goofy features to worry about. I want a good grip, a good consistent trigger, good standard capacity for its size, and for it to go bang without question. For me I found my answer in the SIG P250 lineup for a primary/winter carry and a Taurus 738 as a backup or summer carry when I can't dress around a bigger gun

Which leads me to say, you don't have to limit yourself to one gun for carry. Have some options. You don't play a round of golf with just a putter

 

[Inebriated]

Glock.

 

[silicosys4]

Sig saur p290

 

[Lucky Derby]

1911

 

[F-111 John]

Beretta had a "test drive days" event a year and a half ago, where you could test shoot the Nano and one other Beretta of your choice for $10, and you get a free hat. I shot the Nano, and was all over the place with it. I also shot the 92FS and really wasn't much better. Then I still had some range time and 9mm ammo, so I rented a Glock 26. I immediately shot tight groups, it felt good in hand, and it wasn't much larger than the Nano (thicker though.)

Been carrying the G26 and a Smith J frame (depending on clothing) ever since.

 

[xxxleafybugxxx]

as a very satisfied owner of a XD 45 compact, I may just ohh it to myself to spend the extra money and get an XDS 45. Here's my question to you xDs owners. Can can you justify spending the extra money and the slightly larger size in order to have an XDS as your CCW?

 

[xxxleafybugxxx]

Owe** pardon my phone's voice to chat

 

[thefish]

Shield in 9mm here.

 

[huntsman]

Other, LCP but I'm starting to carry a P-11 also.

 

[Hometeached1]

M&P Shield in 9mm or Glock 26 for smaller CCW although I would prefer a G19 or M&P 9mm.

 

[bannockburn]

I tried the Beretta Nano and the Kahr PM9 and found I preferred the design ergonomics and the DA trigger of the PM9 over the Nano.

 

[Robbins290]

Sig p220 compact in 45

 

[On An Island]

My primary CCW is a Glock 30S (10+1 in .45ACP). Having said that, you really should shoot the choices you are interested in. It'll delay your final selection but for something as important as your CCW could be to your continued well-being, getting the best one you can handle/shoot/be-comfortable-with is priority one.

 

[Arkansas Paul]

Now, I'm thinking nano, as it looks the best

Looks should not factor in to your decision regarding a carry gun.
Lord knows it didn't for me or I certainly wouldn't have ended up with a Taurus 709 Slim. lol

 

[gunsablazin]

I prefer a 1911, in .45 ACP, but when I can't carry a gun. I pocket carry a KelTec P3AT. Keep it simple, pick a gun you shoot well, and that is reliable, and carry it, there are few "wrong" choices among the many quality pistols on the market today.