Pistol Preference

[BlkGoatLV]

Need opinions.

http://ls1gto.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124468

Edit:
I should clarify that I already have:

Glock 27
Glock 23
Smith & Wesson .44, with the 10" Barrel (I love saying that, see pic in above thread)
S&M .22 revolver
S&M .22 pistol
S&M .357 revolver
Mosburg 12 gauge

and others..........

Looking for a subcompact, large caliber concealed carry pistol.

Thanks for all opinions

[jcain]

they gave a black man a ccw? sheeeeeeeeeeeeesh.. they'll give `em to anyone eh?

[Quantim0]

There's not much that is an autoloader, useful, and smaller then a sub-compact Glock. The only Glock smaller would be the 26 in 9mm. You might want to try a S&W J-frame revolver in .38 spl or .357 mag if you like pain.

[vtown1616]

Check out the new sub compact XD pistols from Springfield. They are autoloaders, and small as a glack. 3 inch barrels I believe. I have the compact, 4 inch barrel XD 40 and I love that freakin gun.

[BlkGoatLV]

they gave a black man a ccw? sheeeeeeeeeeeeesh.. they'll give `em to anyone eh?

You have nothing to worry about, I like you.

[Woody]

Anything mainstream is a good choice. Try going to a shooting range that offers rentals and shoot a couple different guns. Buy what you shoot the best...

[wolfdogs]

Kimber Ultra Raptor II is my primary carry.... .45 ACP 3" barrel.

http://www.renokeo.com/kimber1.jpg

[dragula07]

I carry a Beretta 9000S .40cal. At the time that I bought it (several years ago), it was the smallest large caliber pistol that you could buy. Polymer frame and very ergonomic but the grip is a little wide to accommodate the double-stack clip. If you have small hands, it won't feel very comfortable to you.

http://matrix.dumpshock.com/raygun/firearms/pistol/ img/ber9000s.jpg

[GTO THUNDER]

Here is what i carry:
http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n229/ejdallim/1 40SSP.jpg

http://www.taurususa.com/products/product-details.cfm?id=38&category=Pistol

Its a great gun. Basically a glock for 3/4 the price.

[nobdy1977]

Anything mainstream is a good choice. Try going to a shooting range that offers rentals and shoot a couple different guns. Buy what you shoot the best...

I agree, I'm an HK fan, but whatever works best for you. Choosing a gun is like choosing a car, Ford, GM, Honda, Toyota all make great cars, but they all have their individual quirks and they all have their fanboys. Go take some test drives see what you like and don't like. Just like cars, the Bavarian brands are exceptionally well engineered, but much more expensive, The American brands are a bit more affordable and still have great quality and reliability, many of the Asian brands (and Central and South American) are great but I'm still weary of anything undrpriced.

[st8gunner]

NEVER NEVER NEVER buy a gun before you shoot it. EVER.

I can't hit the broadside of a barn with a subcompact glock, but I'll drive nails with a sig all damn day.

[wolfdogs]

NEVER NEVER NEVER buy a gun before you shoot it. EVER.

I can't hit the broadside of a barn with a subcompact glock, but I'll drive nails with a sig all damn day.

isn't that hard on the butt of the handle? i would imagine it damages the magazine too......










:wall: :secret:

[st8gunner]

isn't that hard on the butt of the handle? i would imagine it damages the magazine too......










:wall: :secret:

They have hi-perf mags for that. I think Craftsman makes em. And they got that warantee......:wall: :wall:

[axles of evil]

i agree, shoot lots of guns before you buy. i dont own because i have no reason, but i go to the range all the time.

my favorite is the reg size glock 9mm, i think its called the 23. the 40cal one is nice too, but im just more comfortable popping off rounds of the 9mm.

i cant get my hands to fit right on compact pistols, and my hands arent really taht big for my body (but im 6'7" so theyre still a little big i guess)

definitely shoot a lot of guns before you buy.

[axles of evil]

im wondering why so many people carry weapons... ? i cant say im against it, id maybe do it in the future, but im wondering what your motivation is to carry.

[BlkGoatLV]

i agree, shoot lots of guns before you buy. i dont own because i have no reason, but i go to the range all the time.

my favorite is the reg size glock 9mm, i think its called the 23. the 40cal one is nice too, but im just more comfortable popping off rounds of the 9mm.

i cant get my hands to fit right on compact pistols, and my hands arent really taht big for my body (but im 6'7" so theyre still a little big i guess)

definitely shoot a lot of guns before you buy.

I already have the 9mm Glock 23. Too big for concealment though, thats why I got the G27. Some of the subcompacts suggested look good. However, not all gun shops carry all makes, so I was trying to get some feedback so I have an idea and can call ahead. Thanks for the info.

[maybelooking]

I swear by Kimbers. They are simply the best for the money out of the box you can buy.

[maybelooking]

im wondering why so many people carry weapons... ? i cant say im against it, id maybe do it in the future, but im wondering what your motivation is to carry.

are you being serious?

watch the news!!

[BlkGoatLV]

im wondering why so many people carry weapons... ? i cant say im against it, id maybe do it in the future, but im wondering what your motivation is to carry.

Because it is my right as an American Citizen to do so. Besides, I like guns!

[badkarma]

im wondering why so many people carry weapons... ? i cant say im against it, id maybe do it in the future, but im wondering what your motivation is to carry.

Because it kept a dude from bashing my skull in with a metal pipe.

Never had to pull it, just laid in on my lap. . . dude dropped the pipe ran to his truck and drove off.

[GTPprix]

H&K USP Compact FTW! I've got a Glock 19 too and the H&K blows it away in every facet (personal preference of course here!)

[rVOLT]

H&K USP Compact FTW! I've got a Glock 19 too and the H&K blows it away in every facet (personal preference of course here!)

See what im saying? blk created a thread on this in the south western section, and im trying to get him to go with the H&K. I dont even own one. I own a glock, and have only fired an H&K. It just feels right. lol

[rVOLT]

im wondering why so many people carry weapons... ? i cant say im against it, id maybe do it in the future, but im wondering what your motivation is to carry.

cause were bad muthafukas. lol.

[luke0927]

Kimber raptor .45 as wolf post!!!! my next pistol damn nice!!!!!!

[rVOLT]

Here is what i carry:
http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n229/ejdallim/1 40SSP.jpg

http://www.taurususa.com/products/product-details.cfm?id=38&category=Pistol

Its a great gun. Basically a glock for 3/4 the price.

lol, thats a real gun? lol The grip is twice as thick as the trigger...

[luke0927]

im wondering why so many people carry weapons... ? i cant say im against it, id maybe do it in the future, but im wondering what your motivation is to carry.

To protect my self and my family from anyone who want to do us harm.....i will not stand to be a victim....sorry....Its all about safty and responisbility

[st8gunner]

Because I'd rather have it and not need it, than need it and not have it.......

[rVOLT]

Because I'd rather have it and not need it, than need it and not have it.......

exactly!!

[GTPprix]

See what im saying? blk created a thread on this in the south western section, and im trying to get him to go with the H&K. I dont even own one. I own a glock, and have only fired an H&K. It just feels right. lol

I completely agree! I've had a Glock 19 for quite awhile and while I do like it it pales in comparison now (again personal pref!) When I was looking at a new pistol I ended up renting a bunch of guns to shoot including the normal S&W, Glock, 1911 knock offs ect and when I got to the H&K I put a full clip through it and immediately bought it. It's seriously amazing, if you have the opportunity I recommend renting anything you are considering buying obviously and going with what feels right and for me it was night and day to the H&K from everything else. Plus I like some of the features such as a conventinal safety and while I know conventional thinking still rings true "pull the trigger when you are ready to fire, who needs a safety" it's nice to just have it there plus it works in double action mode and even has a de****ing function built in.

:monkee:

[DABLACK1]

GET YOU SELF ONE OF THESE I GOT 1 KICKS LIKE A HORSE
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c347/Bodhisattva Nosferatu/DE50ae.jpg

[BlkGoatLV]

Kimber Ultra Raptor II is my primary carry.... .45 ACP 3" barrel.


H&K USP Compact FTW! I've got a Glock 19 too and the H&K blows it away in every facet (personal preference of course here!)

See what im saying? blk created a thread on this in the south western section, and im trying to get him to go with the H&K. I dont even own one. I own a glock, and have only fired an H&K. It just feels right. lol

I'm gonna see if I can shoot the above pistols this weekend. I'll let you know.

[GTPprix]

Shoot whatever you can get your hands on, thats my best advice but definately shoot the H&K if you can ;)

[Napalm]

Like what GTPrix said above, is the reason I bought a Sig 226 in .40. It just felt right in my hand.
I do like the Walther P99 as an option (and its S&W counterpart), H&K was also in the top running, but I wanted an all metal gun.
XD's are bad ass, all calibers and models, I would take one over a Glock any day.

I would also start by picking a caliber for your CCW. I specifically chose .40 due to recomendations by my family Law and Military officers. Good Luck.

[DABLACK1]

THIS WILL BE MY NEXT GUN
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i232/eds-stuff/Billshooting3.jpg

THIS IS ALSO A GOOD ONE
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/atlantis_gat e_2/TGP/Handguns/FiveSeveNTactical.jpg

[BlkGoatLV]

I sometimes have a hard time making decisions when I have too many choices. I am also gonna try Springfield XD and the Beretta Tomcat/Bobcat series. I have a few months before I have to purchase, so I can take my time choosing.

[GTPprix]

XD series as Napalm said are also excellent guns :) Whatever feels good get it ! :D

[BlkGoatLV]

Like what GTPrix said above, is the reason I bought a Sig 226 in .40. It just felt right in my hand.
I do like the Walther P99 as an option (and its S&W counterpart), H&K was also in the top running, but I wanted an all metal gun.
XD's are bad ass, all calibers and models, I would take one over a Glock any day.

I would also start by picking a caliber for your CCW. I specifically chose .40 due to recomendations by my family Law and Military officers. Good Luck.

I like .40 cal, thats why I went with the G27 last time. I am open to change, but would prefer the larger caliber.

[rVOLT]

THIS WILL BE MY NEXT GUN
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i232/eds-stuff/Billshooting3.jpg

THIS IS ALSO A GOOD ONE
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/atlantis_gat e_2/TGP/Handguns/FiveSeveNTactical.jpg

Dont fk with burt raynolds... lol (i know its not him)

[rVOLT]

I like .40 cal, thats why I went with the G27 last time. I am open to change, but would prefer the larger caliber.

40s are good because they're effective and the rounds are cheep as hell. I get like, 100 .40 rounds at walmart for 13 bucks usually. Plus, if you wanna blow the shit out of something, just get hollowpoints. I was making pumpkins all but explode at the range after holloween with hollowpoints in my glock 22 (.40cal)

[ZeroNeed]

I might be byself here, but I like the baby eagle. It is a great gun.

[BANANAGOAT]

Go for the Kimber Ultra Carry II or any of the Kimber compacts in .45 ACP.

They are my favorite because they are highly accurate, extremely well built on the most modern machinery and a comparative deal compared to some others out there.

http://www.kimberamerica.com/pistols/

Good luck in your decision.

[jacobyb]

I carry a Sig P239 off-duty. .40 cal, 4" barrel, and a single stack magazine make for a fantastic CC gun.

If that is not big enough power, I also have a Glock 29 10mm. That thing would take down an elephant.

[wolfdogs]

Go for the Kimber Ultra Carry II or any of the Kimber compacts in .45 ACP.

They are my favorite because they are highly accurate, extremely well built on the most modern machinery and a comparative deal compared to some others out there.

http://www.kimberamerica.com/pistols/

Good luck in your decision.

kimber member here........... all the way.

[BlkGoatLV]

GET YOU SELF ONE OF THESE I GOT 1 KICKS LIKE A HORSE
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c347/Bodhisattva Nosferatu/DE50ae.jpg

Got a .44 already. Anything over that is overkill. Besides I'm only 5'7", how the hell would I conceal that? :huh:

[GMMillwright]

I swear by Kimbers. They are simply the best for the money out of the box you can buy.

Yup. No question.

[Napalm]

You know, I forgot about the baby eagle. Its orginally made by IMI, just like the desert eagle (that big nickel mofo posted above). I looked at the all metal version in 40 Cal, but I couldn't shoot one before I bought. Thus I stuck with Walther, Sig, and XD at the end.

Admittedly Kimber is great equipment if you want a 1911 Clone. Then again so is any custom gun.

[drivefastgto]

Geez, I feel so old-school here...

I have had a Colt 1991A1 Commander .45 ACP for years, and I think it's the greatest. It's just thin and short enough to conceal, but large enough to shoot +P rounds all day with no discomfort. Amazingly accurate too, especially considering I still have GI sights on it. Oh yeah, no misfires after thousands of rounds either. An "oldie but goodie" for sure...Still, I don't know if I'll ever feel the need for a "better" handgun, perhaps a .22LR auto just for fun.

[SpeedRacer]

Got a .44 already. Anything over that is overkill. Besides I'm only 5'7", how the hell would I conceal that? :huh:

Just stick it down your pants... nobody would question that would they?!!?!?

[-db-]

.357 Sig, .40 S&W, 10 mm > .45 ACP

:secret:

[DABLACK1]

Got a .44 already. Anything over that is overkill. Besides I'm only 5'7", how the hell would I conceal that? [

if this kid can do it you can to check it out


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ade7dO8dmd4

[Scurvy]

Depends on your price range and shooting preferences...

You a glock fan or a 1911 fan? different grip angles for different people. If you are alreayd a glock fan and accurate with them go with the sub compact glock in .40. IF you like 1911 style and are on a budget, XD40s are amazing pieces of machinery.

Personally if I had the money I would get a Kimber RCPII. Completely stripped down, no snag gun. Awesom Awesome piece, but they are a grand.

http://www.kimberamerica.com/images/pistols/summer le/thumbs/UltraRCPII.jpg

It's got a groove instead of sights, everything has been shortened and smoothed for no snag quick CQC

[Scurvy]

if this kid can do it you can to check it out


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ade7dO8dmd4

I hate that video, it's so pointless. If they showed that kid walk/run into the room, turn around, bend over to pick something up and then pull all those guns, Then I would acknowledge it's legitimacy.

A tight dress code policy will keep shottys out of kid's pants?

[stillgreedy]

that was a funny video. I was expecting him to pull out a RPG or grenade tho

[BlkGoatLV]

Depends on your price range and shooting preferences...

You a glock fan or a 1911 fan? different grip angles for different people. If you are alreayd a glock fan and accurate with them go with the sub compact glock in .40. IF you like 1911 style and are on a budget, XD40s are amazing pieces of machinery.

Personally if I had the money I would get a Kimber RCPII. Completely stripped down, no snag gun. Awesom Awesome piece, but they are a grand.

http://www.kimberamerica.com/images/pistols/summer le/thumbs/UltraRCPII.jpg

It's got a groove instead of sights, everything has been shortened and smoothed for no snag quick CQC

I already have the Glock 27, its a .40 caliber. I do like the specs on the Kimber. Will try to get a hold of one this weekend to test before buying. As stated before, I have a few months to decide.

[BlkGoatLV]

Just stick it down your pants... nobody would question that would they?!!?!?

For the record, I do have a shoulder hoster for the .44!:secret:

[chaseg08]

I currently carry an XD-40. Just convinced my best friends to pick up an XD-45. I love em'. I really like Kimber as well. The XD-40 won Guns&Ammo gun of the year last year and the XD-45 won this year.

[Mike@AZPowerAndSound]

Check out the new sub compact XD pistols from Springfield. They are autoloaders, and small as a glack. 3 inch barrels I believe. I have the compact, 4 inch barrel XD 40 and I love that freakin gun.

I will vouch for that one... I sold my HK USP 45, HK 1911 TRP Operator, beretta 92FS and 96FS and picked up a XD 9mm 5 inch and a XD 45 ACP 4 inch... they are BY FAR the best guns ive EVER shot... I was amazing with my HK USP which I thought was the best hand gun in the world... I was even more accurate with the XD first time to the range. Kick is VERY predictable, gun is cake to use and maintain, and 13 rounds in the mag!

[Woody]

im wondering why so many people carry weapons... ? i cant say im against it, id maybe do it in the future, but im wondering what your motivation is to carry.

People don't like my profession sometimes... A gun is nothing more than a tool, that you rely on when ur in deep sh*t.

[Woody]

By the way... I carry a HK USP .40 full size as my primary and a HK P2000SK for my back up. I trust my life to both.

[Silver04]

My S&W 9mm has been good to me, although the finish on the gun is admittedly not the best. Probably going to buy my buddies S&W Air weight revolver for concealment purposes. As a footnote, allot of guys I work with like Sigs..........

[vtown1616]

I just got back from the range, and everytime I get to shoot my XD40, I love it more and more. I have to admit though, that I have always been a Glock fan, and still to this day I love Glocks. I shot my buddy's new Glock 36 subcompact .45, and for being a small gun chambered in a big round, it was exceptionally controllable. Double taps were easily contained within about a 2 1/2 to 3 inch spread at 15 yards

[Pavia]

[QUOTE=Looking for a subcompact, large caliber concealed carry pistol.

Thanks for all opinions[/QUOTE]

You already have a Glock 27. Can't get better than that. However, being that I have already filled my gun-safe to capacity, you definitely need one more...:)

I like the HK USP Compact. The Sig P229 is good too.

Or get another Glock!

[wolfdogs]

I just got back from the range, and everytime I get to shoot my XD40, I love it more and more. I have to admit though, that I have always been a Glock fan, and still to this day I love Glocks. I shot my buddy's new Glock 36 subcompact .45, and for being a small gun chambered in a big round, it was exceptionally controllable. Double taps were easily contained within about a 2 1/2 to 3 inch spread at 15 yards

springfield's xd line has gotten rants and raves from every major firearm mag rag. i have the xd .45. i love it . its our "house gun". even my wife has shot it with great results due to it min. recoil. its an awesome pistol.

[BlkGoatLV]

You already have a Glock 27. Can't get better than that. However, being that I have already filled my gun-safe to capacity, you definitely need one more...:)

I like the HK USP Compact. The Sig P229 is good too.

Or get another Glock!

You can always get a bigger safe!:ftw:

[wolfdogs]

You can always get a bigger safe!:ftw:

cars, guns, and watches.........you can never have too many.........


i'd say women......but....
well.........never mind..........

[vtown1616]

I think one of my favorite things about my Xd is the trigger squeeze. It's so linear and consistent. Not full of slack, then a hard pull like other pistols. It really feels better pulling the trigger on my XD than on any other pistol I have fired. Especially the Beretta 9mms we use in the army. Ugh, heinous

[DABLACK1]

You can always get a bigger safe

WHO needs A SAfe i keep my guns between the mattress

[DABLACK1]

does anyone here have a full auto glock

[BlueFlyingGoat]

GET YOU SELF ONE OF THESE I GOT 1 KICKS LIKE A HORSE
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c347/Bodhisattva Nosferatu/DE50ae.jpg

That's not a gun, that's a missile launcher!:eek2:

Shot a 10mm once and thought that was hog, can't imagine shooting that!

[Woody]

does anyone here have a full auto glock

Maybe....

[GTO DIVA!]

im wondering why so many people carry weapons... ? i cant say im against it, id maybe do it in the future, but im wondering what your motivation is to carry.

mr here-

ever had someone unload a 45 caliber round into your door on the Freeway? I have. Colt 45 w/ Crimson Trace laser grips, wilson clips FTW. As far as concealment, howabout a 3/4 length leather jacket. Works for me.

Somebodys got to prove Darwins theory. just one more YBM w/ a CCW:gr_devil:

[txbatman]

cars, guns, and watches.........you can never have too many.........


i'd say women......but....
well.........never mind..........

yeah, one of those is more than enough. Any more and you cant afford any of the above.

[dozlert]

GET YOU SELF ONE OF THESE I GOT 1 KICKS LIKE A HORSE
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c347/Bodhisattva Nosferatu/DE50ae.jpg

I was thinking of getting one of these. How do you like it? Comfortable? Not too expensive to plink cans on the weekend? LOL.

[spd98]

I have a styer S40 and an M357. Nice thing is I can use the M357 barrel in the S40. I'm thinking of ordering another M357 barrel and milling it down to the proper length for the subcompact S series.

[DABLACK1]

I was thinking of getting one of these. How do you like it? Comfortable? Not too expensive to plink cans on the weekend? LOL.

THEY range in price got min for 1200 the all black ones are cheaper-800-900
the gold plated one are the most 1500and up.... but the grip is bulkey cuz of the big mag and you can only squeze off one round at a time cuz fo the kick
i tried to do a double tap with it and it almost flew out of my hands...but its
a really fun gun to shoot ......plink cans no more like destory cans:eek2:

[DABLACK1]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__JkOUheyVk]


can yo imange if those melons were somebodys head lol

[TexRdnec]

i don't carry on my person but i do carry in all of my vehicles. in the truck theres a loaded parkerized springfield armory. in the GTO theres a colt commander lightweight stainless.

John Moses Browning's Model 1911 is still, 95 years after the fact, the end all be all shooters pistol.

and i'm an FFL so if anybody wants to price check or needs any help with firearms or related topics just IM me and i'll try to help yall out.

(P.S. kimbers are fine weapons but their magazines are pure shit. throw the factory magazines in the trash and pick yourself up some wilson combat mags for it. you can gain an extra shot with a full size this way as well)

[ZADITOR]

get a compact glock in 45 ,45gap, or .357 sig. 11 rounds of best stopping
power in the smallest package

[man2machine]

GET YOU SELF ONE OF THESE I GOT 1 KICKS LIKE A HORSE
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c347/Bodhisattva Nosferatu/DE50ae.jpg

My wife had one of these and liked it. A little spendy to shoot though... and it's like carrying around a boat anchor. Now we're getting her a Ruger snub nosed SP101 5 shot .357 to carry. Can't go wrong with a wheel gun.
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