What make/model sub compact 9mm? - The Firearms Forum

smlake · 04-09-2010, 12:49 PM

I am considering purchasing a sub compact 9mm semi auto pistol since I do not own one of these. I already have 5 full size 9 mm or 40 S&W along with many revolvers in various calibers. I have a concealed carry permit and may carry a sub compact concealed. I am open to many suggestions as to make and model of gun and would like suggestions from the readers. I have ruled out a 380 caliber since ammo is expensive and difficult to find. Thanks in advance.

Airdale · 04-09-2010, 02:53 PM

I have a Springfield XDSC in 9mm and am more than pleased. Accurate, dependable and, in my opinion, a bargain.

donhudd · 04-09-2010, 03:06 PM

I am well pleased with my Taurus 709 Slim. It functions well and is easy to conceal.

tim.sr · 04-09-2010, 03:29 PM

This is the one I love a Bertta Px4 Storm 13in the clip and one in the tube its my 24/7 Gun

scudrunner · 04-10-2010, 09:24 AM

I like my Kahr CW9, reliability, accuracy and user friendliness all in one package! You can find them used for around $350 - $450 and new for under $500.

6x6pinz · 04-11-2010, 05:12 AM

slim 9mm, I like my Kahr P9, excellent performance in a small package.

Michael G · 04-11-2010, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by smlake

I am considering purchasing a sub compact 9mm semi auto pistol since I do not own one of these. I already have 5 full size 9 mm or 40 S&W along with many revolvers in various calibers. I have a concealed carry permit and may carry a sub compact concealed. I am open to many suggestions as to make and model of gun and would like suggestions from the readers. I have ruled out a 380 caliber since ammo is expensive and difficult to find. Thanks in advance.

Bersa makes a SC9, Kel Tec makes a single and double stack concealable 9. It all depends on how heavy a pistol you want to carry around and how much you want to spend. I own both a Bersa and a Kel Tec. Haven't had any problems with either and I didn't spend 5 to 8 hundred per gun to get them. Each to their own.

Terry_P · 04-12-2010, 06:46 AM

The Ruger SR-9C is getting some excellent reviews and is priced reasonably. I too am looking for a compact 9MM and have narrowed it down to the SR-9C or the Springfield XD-SC.

txwrangler · 04-12-2010, 03:11 PM

SMLake, I know you mentioned a SC 9MM but I carry the XD .40 S&W SC as my BUG on my off side at 8:00 in a Blackhawk "Check Six". I carry it and my XD .40 S&W Service all day long with 2 extra mags and do not have any issues. The frame on the XD .40 SC is the same as the XD 9MM so the "weight" issue will be very close. I love the XD line and they are the only conceal handguns I carry.

Shooter45 · 04-12-2010, 05:31 PM

+1 on the XD SC.

Rugermanws · 04-13-2010, 11:31 PM

I have never had one problem with my Taurus Pt111. I must say take down and reassembly after cleaning is rough at first but you'll figure it out. I did not factor in how much heavier this thing is when loaded with 11 rounds, 10 in the clip and 1 in the pipe. Three of my friends have them and they have had no problems. The only thing is the double action trigger is rough when your used to firing Colt .45s though. I'd buy one in ..45 if I had the money.

Tierra14 · 04-14-2010, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tim.sr

This is the one I love a Bertta Px4 Storm 13in the clip and one in the tube its my 24/7 Gun

timmmmm, you need to clean your keyboard!!! lol

tim.sr · 04-14-2010, 03:56 PM

yes I will put that on my to do list thanks

Danwin22 · 04-15-2010, 06:45 AM

I like the Ruger SR9-C and will be picking mine up next week.

Mine will be all black.

You can carry it with the short mag or use the standard SR9 mag for more shots.

Check it out.

UPDATE...I got it and it's tiny compared to my Ruger MK-II .22 auto

Dougspop · 04-15-2010, 12:06 PM

XD sc.

Love mine. In a super tuck holster.

rideflhtc · 04-20-2010, 09:21 PM

Kahr PM 9 can be carried in a pocket....check it out.

group17 · 04-30-2010, 01:12 PM

glock 27 with a 9mm conversion barrel. Or you can just buy a G26.

big steve · 04-30-2010, 03:51 PM

Can't go wrong with the Glock sub compact I like those a lot.

JoeV · 05-02-2010, 10:36 AM

Not wanting to be negative, because the gun does shoot just fine with no problems after running 250 rounds thru it during break-in, I would watch out for the very close front trigger guard on the DAO Kel-Tec PF9. All reviews prove out its reliability, but if you have a "fat trigger finger" you will find problems with the trigger resetting after firing. The front of the trigger guard is too close for my finger, and requires using the tip of my finger instead of the pad of my finger if I want a successful reset. If you have average to small finger thickness there should be no problems.

As with all pistol purchases, it is best to try out a couple of clips in the selection you make before buying it. Mine has been relegated to my wife as a carry pistol as she has slender fingers. A gun shop with an attached range will often let you try it out before buying.

Joe

jacksonco · 05-02-2010, 10:50 PM

SIG P250 - Sig makes a combo set that includes the frames and slides for a full sized and a compact sized pistol. All you do is switch the modular fire control unit back and forth between frames. They call it the 2SUM

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...ducts_id/63377

kda · 05-03-2010, 05:37 PM

G26. You will never regret it. Simply excellent in all aspects.

04-09-2010, 12:49 PM	#1
smlake Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 18	What make/model sub compact 9mm? I am considering purchasing a sub compact 9mm semi auto pistol since I do not own one of these. I already have 5 full size 9 mm or 40 S&W along with many revolvers in various calibers. I have a concealed carry permit and may carry a sub compact concealed. I am open to many suggestions as to make and model of gun and would like suggestions from the readers. I have ruled out a 380 caliber since ammo is expensive and difficult to find. Thanks in advance. -->

04-09-2010, 02:53 PM	#2
Airdale Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: N.W. Arkansas Contributor Posts: 750	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? I have a Springfield XDSC in 9mm and am more than pleased. Accurate, dependable and, in my opinion, a bargain. __________________ "The Utopian schemes of leveling [redistribution of the wealth] and a community of goods [central ownership of the means of production and distribution], are as visionary and impractical as those which vest all property in the crown.[These ideas] are arbitrary, despotic, and, in our government, unconstitutional." Samuel Adams

04-09-2010, 03:06 PM	#3
donhudd Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 38	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? I am well pleased with my Taurus 709 Slim. It functions well and is easy to conceal.

04-09-2010, 03:29 PM	#4
tim.sr V.I.P. Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: MI. Posts: 290	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? This is the one I love a Bertta Px4 Storm 13in the clip and one in the tube its my 24/7 Gun Attached Images __________________ Tim.Sr U.S.ARMY VET.

04-10-2010, 09:24 AM	#5
scudrunner V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 252	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? I like my Kahr CW9, reliability, accuracy and user friendliness all in one package! You can find them used for around $350 - $450 and new for under $500. __________________ HAVE A NICE DAY, DAMMIT!! When seconds count the police are only minutes away! The Number 1 Rule Of Any Gunfight.....HAVE A GUN!!

04-11-2010, 05:12 AM	#6
6x6pinz V.I.P. Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Mesa, Az Posts: 382	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? slim 9mm, I like my Kahr P9, excellent performance in a small package. __________________ friends don't let friends carry glocks

04-12-2010, 06:46 AM	#8
Terry_P Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NH Posts: 2,513	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? The Ruger SR-9C is getting some excellent reviews and is priced reasonably. I too am looking for a compact 9MM and have narrowed it down to the SR-9C or the Springfield XD-SC. __________________ NRA and NAHC Life "Both oligarch and tyrant mistrust the people, and therefore deprive them of their arms." -Aristotle

04-12-2010, 03:11 PM	#9
txwrangler Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Hill country, Central Texas Posts: 2	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? SMLake, I know you mentioned a SC 9MM but I carry the XD .40 S&W SC as my BUG on my off side at 8:00 in a Blackhawk "Check Six". I carry it and my XD .40 S&W Service all day long with 2 extra mags and do not have any issues. The frame on the XD .40 SC is the same as the XD 9MM so the "weight" issue will be very close. I love the XD line and they are the only conceal handguns I carry.

04-12-2010, 05:31 PM	#10
Shooter45 Administrator Join Date: Feb 2001 Contributor Posts: 8,752	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? +1 on the XD SC.

04-13-2010, 11:31 PM	#11
Rugermanws V.I.P. Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: White Oak Pa Posts: 225	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? I have never had one problem with my Taurus Pt111. I must say take down and reassembly after cleaning is rough at first but you'll figure it out. I did not factor in how much heavier this thing is when loaded with 11 rounds, 10 in the clip and 1 in the pipe. Three of my friends have them and they have had no problems. The only thing is the double action trigger is rough when your used to firing Colt .45s though. I'd buy one in ..45 if I had the money.

04-14-2010, 03:56 PM	#13
tim.sr V.I.P. Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: MI. Posts: 290	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? yes I will put that on my to do list thanks __________________ Tim.Sr U.S.ARMY VET.

04-15-2010, 06:45 AM	#14
Danwin22 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Central Florida Posts: 223	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? I like the Ruger SR9-C and will be picking mine up next week. Mine will be all black. You can carry it with the short mag or use the standard SR9 mag for more shots. Check it out. UPDATE...I got it and it's tiny compared to my Ruger MK-II .22 auto Last edited by Danwin22; 04-30-2010 at 07:25 PM..

04-15-2010, 12:06 PM	#15
Dougspop Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Arkansas Posts: 20	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? XD sc. Love mine. In a super tuck holster.

04-20-2010, 09:21 PM	#16
rideflhtc Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 19	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? Kahr PM 9 can be carried in a pocket....check it out.

04-30-2010, 01:12 PM	#17
group17 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 98	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? glock 27 with a 9mm conversion barrel. Or you can just buy a G26.

04-30-2010, 03:51 PM	#18
big steve Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 622	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? Can't go wrong with the Glock sub compact I like those a lot. __________________ I HAVE GIVEN YOU A REPUBLC IF YOU CAN KEEP IT "Benjamin Franklin"

05-02-2010, 10:36 AM	#19
JoeV V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: N.E. Ohio NRA Life Member Posts: 307	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? Not wanting to be negative, because the gun does shoot just fine with no problems after running 250 rounds thru it during break-in, I would watch out for the very close front trigger guard on the DAO Kel-Tec PF9. All reviews prove out its reliability, but if you have a "fat trigger finger" you will find problems with the trigger resetting after firing. The front of the trigger guard is too close for my finger, and requires using the tip of my finger instead of the pad of my finger if I want a successful reset. If you have average to small finger thickness there should be no problems. As with all pistol purchases, it is best to try out a couple of clips in the selection you make before buying it. Mine has been relegated to my wife as a carry pistol as she has slender fingers. A gun shop with an attached range will often let you try it out before buying. Joe

05-02-2010, 10:50 PM	#20
jacksonco Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Jackson County West Virginia Posts: 2,237	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? SIG P250 - Sig makes a combo set that includes the frames and slides for a full sized and a compact sized pistol. All you do is switch the modular fire control unit back and forth between frames. They call it the 2SUM http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...ducts_id/63377

05-03-2010, 05:37 PM	#21
kda Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 49	Re: What make/model sub compact 9mm? G26. You will never regret it. Simply excellent in all aspects. __________________ Always Carry, Never Tell NRA Life Member, GSSF member, AZCDL member I no longer trust my government to act on my behalf.