Thoughts on 9mm.

[wizard_of_ahs]

Don't count out the Taurus PT709

Taurus has come a LONG way in the past few years and my "slim" has served me well. NOT a pocket gun, but easy to conceal (single stack, 7 mag, 1 chamber) and light enough to be very comfortable. Great value for the price. I have about 800 rounds through mine without a hitch

As already stated, go shoot a bunch of different ones.....SOMEBODY'S got to do it

 

[monitor51]

What about something like these?
ARMSLIST - For Sale: S&W 9mm (OD green)

ARMSLIST - For Sale: Beretta 92FS Border Marshall

ARMSLIST - For Sale: Glock 22 with nights sights

 

[monitor51]

It is always nice to test drive before you buy. I need to head to the club and see what I might be able to try. Barring that maybe I'll head to Dons guns and rent a few for a bit.

I sure do like the way a Beretta looks.

 

[esrice]

maybe I'll head to Dons guns and rent a few for a bit.

 

[Magnum314]

Lot of great options out there now...Glock, Kahr, Kel Tec, S&W...the list goes on.

I'm a big fan of the 9mm, and as has already been stated, find what fits and feels good to you. You will be well armed with a 9mm of any that have been mentioned here. Having said that...my first choice...a Glock 19, followed by the excellent Kahr family.

 

[ThrottleJockey]

It is always nice to test drive before you buy. I need to head to the club and see what I might be able to try. Barring that maybe I'll head to Dons guns and rent a few for a bit.

I sure do like the way a Beretta looks.

Now, that being said....I prefer .40 but do understand the cost of ammo factor. My SAXD.40SC is fantastic and with a 9mm drop in barrel I will have the best of both worlds. I also really like my Beretta 90-two (.40 but avail in 9mm) although it is a bit large for CC.

 

[goinggreyfast]

I heard, chucking your smartphone at the car gets it to move!

That's the word on the street anyway.

 

[Stringtown]

You can get a Kel-Tec PF9 new for under $300. Six in the mag and one in the chamber. I have had mine for about a year now. It has served me very well.

I agree the PF9 is a good carry gun. Smalll enough to fit IWB or in your pocket.

 

[88E30M50]

I'm a fan of the CZ family of guns. They meet most of your criteria except weight. But, my opinion is that light is overrated in handguns. If you have a good quality holster and belt, an all steel gun will carry like it's not there. If your into cheap nylon and dress belts, a heavy gun will flop around like you tied a dead possum on your best by it's tail.

But, there is little you can do to a light gun to give it the feel of a heavy gun. Heavy guns shoot like a dream and follow up shots are much faster than with a light gun. One of my carry guns is a CZ 97B which is a 10+1 45 acp pistol that gets close to the 3lbs mark. With a good belt and holster, it feels good. My normal carry is either a 1911, full size CZ 75 or CZ 75 Compact. All are considered heavy by Glock standards but all carry very well in good holsters and all are very smooth to shoot.

The thing I like about the CZs is that I can disassemble the gun down to the very last part and reassemble easily. The 1911s and Hi Powers share that attribute. I'm not a fan of guns that have a bunch of tiny springs inside that cannot be easily reassembled if you do take one down. I can't knock Glocks, as I've never owned one, but I've shot them and did not come away smitten with them. They are great guns for some, but just don't seem to work well for me.

 

[SSGSAD]

I am a BIG S&W fan, esp., the M&P line ..... Try as many as you can, B4 you buy .....
and I am a 9mm fan, also .....

 

[andfc]

Like others have said, your budget is important.

You can't go wrong with a Glock or S&W M&P, in whatever flavor you prefer. I have settled on a Glock 19, but there are a lot of good options. If you want to spend more for cutting-edge ergonomics and design, check out the Walther PPQ. If you want a great value, the Ruger SR9C is really comfortable and compact. If you're turned off by plastic and want to go with something bigger and more classic, a CZ-75 or a Browning Hi-Power might be up your alley.

I wasn't really interested in a single-stack 9mm. That being said, my favorites are the Walther PPS for a fuller grip and the Diamondback DB9 for pocket. The Kahrs and the Ruger LC9 are worth considering too.

Don's leaves a nasty taste in everyone's mouth, and there are much better shops and ranges around. Indy Trading Post on the south side has a brand new range and their prices are really reasonable, and if the east side is a lot more convenient, Pop Guns is pretty good as long as it's not crowded. Even if you're coming from right next to Don's, driving across town will be less aggravating then actually going there.

 

[jimmyw86]

I paid 360 brand new for my 9mm sig p250 and it was a great gun especially for the cost. I now my have p30 which was 780 and I absolutely love it. My roommate is selling his glock. Let me check and see what hes selling it for.

 

[jimmyw86]

Would I pay 800 for another 9mm? Probably not. Go to the gun n knife show on the 13-15 and you'll find yourself a good deal. Thats where I got my p250 for 360.

 

[monitor51]

a heavy gun will flop around like you tied a dead possum on your best by it's tail.

The Hi Point .40 I have states that it is 35oz and that is unloaded. A loaded Glock 19 weighs 30oz loaded according to Glocks site. I know comparing a .40 to a 9mm isn't quite apples to apples but I'm sure you get the idea.

I hope to be trying some various 9s out soon.

 

[monitor51]

My roommate is selling his glock. Let me check and see what hes selling it for.

Sweet, keep me posted.

 

[monitor51]

Don's leaves a nasty taste in everyone's mouth, and there are much better shops and ranges around. Indy Trading Post on the south side has a brand new range and their prices are really reasonable, and if the east side is a lot more convenient, Pop Guns is pretty good as long as it's not crowded. Even if you're coming from right next to Don's, driving across town will be less aggravating then actually going there.

Good to know. Guns shops around Indy I'm not too familiar with.

 

[monitor51]

Go to the gun n knife show on the 13-15 and you'll find yourself a good deal. Thats where I got my p250 for 360.

I'm on call over that weekend. Pending how the week goes I may try to venture over there, I just have to be sure I can get to some WIFI. I love the shows, nice to shop and look. Wish I could do my taxes, I've got an economy to support.

 

[TheWabbit]

I'm going to try out a bunch of Summer guns of the 9mm variety at the 1500. I carry a .45 M&P Mid in a Supertuck but sometimes the weather is just too hot for pants and a gun belt. I'm leaning towards the PF9. I know the CW9, LC9, and the Glock 36(?) are other options to try out. I do like that PF9 price though.

 

[monitor51]

I'm going to try out a bunch of Summer guns of the 9mm variety at the 1500.

Never been to the 1500, they have areas where you can try the product?

 

[jgreiner]

I was torn between a S&W MP 9mm or .40, both in the Pro Series......I ended up deciding on a 9mm for several reasons. One is my joint problems, and I knew I wanted to shoot a lot. The 9mm is far less punishing. Also the ammo is cheaper.

My MP has been flawless, 3200 rounds down the pipe since June, no problems at all. I plan on many more with it. The cost was $490