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BillCA · November 8, 2011, 02:38 AM

Deena,

If you liked the S&W 3906, then almost any of the older S&W 39-series single stacks should work for you. The original 39-2 (shown below) is more of a "service pistol" with a 4-inch barrel, 8+1 capacity and moderately light.

The "Ladysmith" and similar variants, like this 3914NL are compact carry versions of the 39-series.

Other compact, single-stacks you can evaluate:
- Kahr K-9, PM-9
- Springfield Armory EMP-9 (Expensive, scaled down 1911 to fit the 9mm)
- Ruger LC9
- Kel-Tec PF-9
- Taurus 709 Slim

I'll offer one other choice for you to try because it's a single-stack pistol and the trigger might be easier to reach -- a 9mm 1911 pistol. I'm often surprised that some women with "small hands" seem to find the 1911 suitable.

Colt's 9mm Combat Commander

Since you are currently using a Marlin .357 lever rifle for home defense, one of my questions is if you have attempted to find a .38/.357 revolver that fits your hand to accompany the rifle?

November 8, 2011, 02:38 AM	#13
BillCA Senior Member Join Date: November 28, 2004 Location: Silicon Valley, Ca Posts: 7,117	Deena, If you liked the S&W 3906, then almost any of the older S&W 39-series single stacks should work for you. The original 39-2 (shown below) is more of a "service pistol" with a 4-inch barrel, 8+1 capacity and moderately light. The "Ladysmith" and similar variants, like this 3914NL are compact carry versions of the 39-series. Other compact, single-stacks you can evaluate: - Kahr K-9, PM-9 - Springfield Armory EMP-9 (Expensive, scaled down 1911 to fit the 9mm) - Ruger LC9 - Kel-Tec PF-9 - Taurus 709 Slim I'll offer one other choice for you to try because it's a single-stack pistol and the trigger might be easier to reach -- a 9mm 1911 pistol. I'm often surprised that some women with "small hands" seem to find the 1911 suitable. Colt's 9mm Combat Commander Since you are currently using a Marlin .357 lever rifle for home defense, one of my questions is if you have attempted to find a .38/.357 revolver that fits your hand to accompany the rifle? __________________ BillCA in CA (Unfortunately)