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baddarryl · January 9, 2013, 07:12 AM

I have an old M85 that so far has been reliable and a fine shooter. I have a KelTec p3at that has not really left me with confidence, but is a fantastic backup pocket gun. Zero fun at the range. Have not shot Bersa's, but of the 3 have the most natural feel. When I first started CC I would have got one, but they didn't offer it in 9. I feel as a first gun it is very important to be a good range gun. That way you will practice with it until it becomes 2nd nature.

I have decided that I can conceal most anything IWB with a good holster, so my carry rig is a Glock 19 IWB and KelTec p3at in the pocket. Good luck.

January 9, 2013, 07:12 AM	#25
baddarryl Senior Member Join Date: March 29, 2011 Location: Cape Fear! Posts: 1,683	I have an old M85 that so far has been reliable and a fine shooter. I have a KelTec p3at that has not really left me with confidence, but is a fantastic backup pocket gun. Zero fun at the range. Have not shot Bersa's, but of the 3 have the most natural feel. When I first started CC I would have got one, but they didn't offer it in 9. I feel as a first gun it is very important to be a good range gun. That way you will practice with it until it becomes 2nd nature. I have decided that I can conceal most anything IWB with a good holster, so my carry rig is a Glock 19 IWB and KelTec p3at in the pocket. Good luck.