Recommend a 9mm handgun

[Romulus]

What do you all like? I prefer a subcompact with hi-cap... is there a good mix between the 2?

I am open to a smaller full size one too.

 

[jkr]

Springfield xdm
9mm
19 round capacity

 

[fisharmor]

My everyday is a GLOCK 26.
It accepts G19 and G17 magazines. I'm pretty sure that there's an adapter you can slip on a 19 magazine at least that gives you a pinky finger grip.

I had some friends shoot it last week and they were surprised at how smooth it is.
I always put out the disclaimer on these posts that I don't like it. I wish there were other guns with the GLOCK's combination of features with the same aftermarket support. I also wish that the GLOCK was more naturally pointing.
And I particularly wish that there was such a thing as a DA/SA with GLOCK's price point and reliability.

But none of these things are reality, so I carry a GLOCK.

 

[Confederate]

Get a Glock 19 or 26.

 

[Todd]

My everyday is a GLOCK 26.
It accepts G19 and G17 magazines.

But none of these things are reality, so I carry a GLOCK.

seconded.

Unless you are going for complete concealablility, I don't think anything beats a Glock.

 

[brushfire]

Springfield xdm
9mm
19 round capacity

+1

I agree 100%. 20 total in either 3.8 or 4.5 barrel lengths. If concealability is a factor, the XDs will be coming out soon. Lastly the XDsc is a little thick but can also conceal well in an IWB.

9mm seems to always be the first to go in an ammo shortage.... Not to discourage the choice, just pointing that fact out. Despite what seems to be common knowledge, it may be wise to diversify calibers to give you more options during times of shortage. One gun will never get jealous of another...

 

[AFPVet]

If you're going for metric calibers (9mm, 10mm), Glocks are probably the best.

 

[sam1952]

I'll just throw something out there that I like. CZ75 compact/PCR. The PCR model is aluminum alloy. I prefer DA/SA pistols. 15 rounds and can be concealed but still feels great in my hand. Not sure of current prices but am guessing in that $400+ range.

Truth is there are lots of great pistols out there so get what feels good to you with the options you prefer. Capacity, DA/SA and fit are big for me plus the job it used for.

 

[Romulus]

Thanks all

What about a Sig P250?

 

[AFPVet]

Thanks all

What about a Sig P250?

Back when Sigs were made in Germany, they were great! I have a German made Sig P220 and love it! The new ones are made in New Hampshire IIRC though. If I had to pick between a Glock and a German made Sig, it would be tough, but a Glock crushes these new American Sigs.

 

[kcchiefs6465]

And I thought I'd catch some shit when I recommended Glock. There's a lot of Glock haters out there. I'm surprised none have shown up yet. Glock 26 if you want subcompact. I'd go with the 19 personally. Not real big, not real small. My hands are too damn big for a subcompact. Then again, I like the .40 S.W. caliber so the Glock 23 would probably be where I settled.

 

[Confederate]

And I thought I'd catch some shit when I recommended Glock. There's a lot of Glock haters out there. I'm surprised none have shown up yet. Glock 26 if you want subcompact. I'd go with the 19 personally. Not real big, not real small. My hands are too damn big for a subcompact.

There are a lot of Glock haters, but I don't think anyone can come up with a valid reason not to own a Glock that isn't grounded 100% in personal preference and/or bias.

Then again, I like the .40 S.W. caliber so the Glock 23 would probably be where I settled.

The 19 and 23 are virtually identical. IIRC they are exactly the same external dimensions and the only difference is the calibre.

 

[Romulus]

I've never fired a glock but held them... the ones I've held were too thick, didn't feel right in my hands. Not sure what model I was holding though...

 

[Todd]

Thanks all

What about a Sig P250?

Sig doesn't have a good reputation about customer service. From my experience Glock replaces most of thier bad items no questions asked. With Sig, there are alot of loopholes.

But I must admit my CC is a SIG 232 and I love it. But it's a 380

 

[Confederate]

I've never fired a glock but held them... the ones I've held were too thick, didn't feel right in my hands. Not sure what model I was holding though...

The 10mm and .45 are quite a bit thicker than the 9mm/.40

 

[GunnyFreedom]

I would love to recommend a 9mm, only it would be a .40S&W

 

[XTreat]

Sig p938 is getting good reviews and it is a 1911 model if you prefer that style. It's very small as well if thats what you are looking for.

 

[Pericles]

1. Weed out pistols that you do not shoot accurately
2. Next criteria is either conceal ability or capacity, depending on your needs

 

[AFPVet]

The 10mm and .45 are quite a bit thicker than the 9mm/.40

... and the full size (not the SF) Glock 20 fits my hands perfectly For others, that's why they have the SF and Gen 4 models... regardless, a .45 or 10mm is going to be a large handgun... it has to be... those rounds are big boys!

 

[mortepa]

My Favorite 9mm Pistols:
For pure dollar Value = Taurus PT92 - I think this is the absolute BESTvalue out there!
For simplicity & field proven reliability = Glock 19/26 - Plus there are a TON of great mods to make it your own.
For quality and "show & tell" factor = Sig Sauer P226/P229 - Top of the line, also field proven like the Glock. Lots of nice custom shop options if money is no object.

Honorable mentions:
Springfield XD - I don't like the backstrap safety, but great guns
Kahr - Great pistols, but a little expensive. Is a good alternative to a Glock perhaps if you like.
S&W/Walther P99 - Just a dang great gun, period. Alternative to a Glock, Springfield, or Kahr.