Traveling 9

Vermonter · August 8, 2012, 02:34 PM

This is a tread I haven't seen before here so I figured I would post it. Recently I have been doing some traveling. Way more than usual. Due to this I have taken the steps to get CCW permits from outside my own state. I have also been doing a decent amount of flying.

I am considering the purchase of a cheap single stack 9mm to take on these trips. Airlines will allow you to claim a firearm obviously and check it with your luggage. I just want someting that I will not be devistated if they loose or destory it during shipping and travel.

So far my best suggestion to myself is a Kel Tec PF9. I can't find a decently concealable 9mm for much less than $250 so does anyone have a reason why I can't trust my life to one of these. (for a short trip)

Regards, Vermonter

Constantine · August 8, 2012, 03:39 PM

Khar CW9

I just got one...I'm venturing out..Not my style, but giving it a try I guess.

stingray2100 · August 8, 2012, 03:41 PM

I do not see any problem with them.
they work fine...they are not pretty or have much glamour.

but they do the job well.

good luck.

Fishbed77 · August 8, 2012, 04:16 PM

I second the recommendation for the Kahr CW9. If you want something slightly smaller, the CM9 is also an excellent choice.

Vermonter · August 8, 2012, 04:35 PM

I was trying to keep it cheap as the airlines may loose the darn thing. $500 is Glock $ in my firearms budget. I think If I were going to spend that much I would head in the direction of the M&P sheild.

I have one handgun that is cheap enough not to worry about however it was a gift so I would hate to see it lost.

Thanks, Vermonter

ScotchMan · August 8, 2012, 04:38 PM

I fly with the same handgun I carry at home, my P2000sk. It is probably one of the more expensive carry guns out there. Each time, I think about taking my PPS instead, for the same reasons mentioned here. But ultimately, I rationalize by saying the reason I am taking this is to potentially protect my life, and if its the right gun at home, its the right gun here. It is what I practice and train with, so it's what I want to have if I need it.

FWIW, I am Platinum with Delta and haven't had ANYTHING lost or stolen yet.

David the Gnome · August 8, 2012, 04:39 PM

Kahr CW9 or CM9. Either one would be perfect for that role.

Kahr CW9 $369 shipped at Bud's right now:

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...Frame+%26+Stai

Kahr CM9 $399 shipped:

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...ly+Grip+and+Fr

reaganmarine84 · August 8, 2012, 11:44 PM

What about a Kel-Tec P11? Or,I like my SCCY CPX-2. They go for around $235 or so. Comes with (2) ten round mags. Give it a look see.

Hosty79 · August 9, 2012, 06:30 AM

I would suggest a Hi-point, cheap and ugly, but effective and accurate.

Sparks1957 · August 9, 2012, 09:06 AM

I would highly recommend a Kel-Tec P-11, relatively inexpensive and reliable. Perfect for the application you speak of.

Skans · August 9, 2012, 10:02 AM

Diamondback DB9.

Outdoorsman5 · August 10, 2012, 12:00 PM

Get the PF9. It's my edc and I like it better than the other options out there (small size, slim, lightweight, & conceals well.) If it's not in my pocket then it's in my car. I wouldn't want to leave any of my more expensive guns in the car, and it would hurt less if the Kel-Tec was stolen.

August 8, 2012, 02:34 PM	#1
Vermonter Senior Member Join Date: October 17, 2010 Posts: 871	Traveling 9 This is a tread I haven't seen before here so I figured I would post it. Recently I have been doing some traveling. Way more than usual. Due to this I have taken the steps to get CCW permits from outside my own state. I have also been doing a decent amount of flying. I am considering the purchase of a cheap single stack 9mm to take on these trips. Airlines will allow you to claim a firearm obviously and check it with your luggage. I just want someting that I will not be devistated if they loose or destory it during shipping and travel. So far my best suggestion to myself is a Kel Tec PF9. I can't find a decently concealable 9mm for much less than $250 so does anyone have a reason why I can't trust my life to one of these. (for a short trip) Regards, Vermonter

August 8, 2012, 03:39 PM	#2
Constantine Senior Member Join Date: December 5, 2010 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 4,029	Khar CW9 I just got one...I'm venturing out..Not my style, but giving it a try I guess. __________________ Sáncte Míchael Archángele, defénde nos in proélio, cóntra nequítiam et insídias diáboli ésto præsídium. Ímperet ílli Déus, súpplices deprecámur: tuque, prínceps milítiæ cæléstis, Sátanam aliósque spíritus malígnos, qui ad perditiónem animárum pervagántur in múndo, divína virtúte, in inférnum detrúde. Ámen

August 8, 2012, 03:41 PM	#3
stingray2100 Member Join Date: March 30, 2012 Location: Georgetown, Texas Posts: 51	I trust my life to a kel-tec FP-9 I do not see any problem with them. they work fine...they are not pretty or have much glamour. but they do the job well. good luck. __________________ Invest a day with the Citadel, learn to be safe for a lifetime.come visit us at: www.citadelinstitute.com Check our Facebook page. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Citade...92409560873257

August 8, 2012, 04:35 PM	#5
Vermonter Senior Member Join Date: October 17, 2010 Posts: 871	cost I was trying to keep it cheap as the airlines may loose the darn thing. $500 is Glock $ in my firearms budget. I think If I were going to spend that much I would head in the direction of the M&P sheild. I have one handgun that is cheap enough not to worry about however it was a gift so I would hate to see it lost. Thanks, Vermonter

August 8, 2012, 04:38 PM	#6
ScotchMan Senior Member Join Date: July 3, 2011 Posts: 1,211	I fly with the same handgun I carry at home, my P2000sk. It is probably one of the more expensive carry guns out there. Each time, I think about taking my PPS instead, for the same reasons mentioned here. But ultimately, I rationalize by saying the reason I am taking this is to potentially protect my life, and if its the right gun at home, its the right gun here. It is what I practice and train with, so it's what I want to have if I need it. FWIW, I am Platinum with Delta and haven't had ANYTHING lost or stolen yet. __________________ 1. Mindset 2. Tactics 3. Skill 4. Equipment

August 8, 2012, 04:16 PM	#4
Fishbed77 Senior Member Join Date: November 23, 2010 Posts: 1,468	I second the recommendation for the Kahr CW9. If you want something slightly smaller, the CM9 is also an excellent choice.

August 8, 2012, 04:39 PM	#7
David the Gnome Senior Member Join Date: July 5, 2007 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 3,090	Kahr CW9 or CM9. Either one would be perfect for that role. Kahr CW9 $369 shipped at Bud's right now: http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...Frame+%26+Stai Kahr CM9 $399 shipped: http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...ly+Grip+and+Fr __________________ Si vis pacem, para bellum.

August 8, 2012, 11:44 PM	#8
reaganmarine84 Member Join Date: December 6, 2011 Posts: 79	What about a Kel-Tec P11? Or,I like my SCCY CPX-2. They go for around $235 or so. Comes with (2) ten round mags. Give it a look see. __________________ Taurus 24/7 Pro DS 9mm & .40;(2)Taurus OSS DS 9mm;Taurus OSS DS .40;Taurus 809;809 compact;840;PT709 "slim" SS;PT738;full size BUL Cherokee;SCCY CPX-2;Smith&Wesson BG .380;Arcus 98 DA;EAA witness P 9mm;I.O. inc. AK-47C;Zastava PAP;Mossberg 500 tactical;Marlin model 60.

August 9, 2012, 06:30 AM	#9
Hosty79 Member Join Date: June 29, 2012 Posts: 23	I would suggest a Hi-point, cheap and ugly, but effective and accurate.

August 9, 2012, 09:06 AM	#10
Sparks1957 Senior Member Join Date: September 4, 2011 Location: Vermont Posts: 1,396	I would highly recommend a Kel-Tec P-11, relatively inexpensive and reliable. Perfect for the application you speak of.

August 9, 2012, 10:02 AM	#11
Skans Senior Member Join Date: November 20, 2008 Posts: 6,246	Diamondback DB9.

August 10, 2012, 12:00 PM	#12
Outdoorsman5 Member Join Date: July 6, 2011 Location: North GA Posts: 47	Get the PF9. It's my edc and I like it better than the other options out there (small size, slim, lightweight, & conceals well.) If it's not in my pocket then it's in my car. I wouldn't want to leave any of my more expensive guns in the car, and it would hurt less if the Kel-Tec was stolen.