Budget 9mm CCW, which one?

[BigBL87]

I'd like to pick up a 9mm for when I eventually get my CCW license. My budget is in the $200ish range, which obviously limits my selection greatly. So far I've come up with these options...

Taurus PT111 ($199)

Zastava M88a ($207)

EAA SAR B6P Compact ($240)

I plan on carrying IWB.

I already own and like the full sized B6P. One additional thing to consider is I have above average sizes hands, so subcompact are pretty much impossible for me. Anyone have any recommendations I missed or any experience with these? Also, please don't pull the "Save more and buy a ______" card. My budget is my budget and disposable income is tight.

[Cheapshooter]

The SAR line of CZ75 copies have been getting very good reviews.
http://www.thebangswitch.com/sar-b6p-9mm-pistol/
Where I really like shooting my various Tokarev pistols, I don't care much for the design for CCW (Zastava M88a)
I have not had a single problem with any Taurus guns I have. Neither has my Son who has a PT145 Millennium Pro for his CCW. However, you may get a different story, and much less favorable opinion from many others.
I would say the SAR B6P Compact would be an excellent choice. In fact I am seriously considering adding a SAR K2 full size 45acp to my safe.

[Auto5]

Does the Kel Tec PF9 fall anywhere near your budget? Although I personally don't care for them, I know a few people who carry them, or the P11, if you can carry a double stack IWB, and they seem happy with them.

[warwagon]

I picked up a B6P before Christmas at what I consider a great price($250.00) out the door. I was frankly astounded by the fit, & finish, excelent to my aging eyes. For the money, to have even a CZ75 knock off it was well worth it. Flawless so far, accurate, and light. I will be looking for a compact to EDC.

[michael t]

I like my KelTec PF-9 Newer ones seem to have all the trouble worked out.

[jmhyer]

Sorry, nothing to add at ~$200.

For closer to $300, you might check out Bersa's BP9.

[BigBL87]

In the event I got into the $300 range, I'd be leaning towards a Canik Stingray C heavily, love them. Unfortunately, trying to get to $200 is difficult enough.

I suppose I could also carry my B6P, for being "full sized" it's not too big. But, I'm figuring wanting my CCW license is just as good a reason as any to justify buying a new gun. I'm not opposed to a revolver either, but with the grips on most snubbies and my having big hands I feel like I'd have a hard time being accurate.

[FM12]

Smith and Wesson 908 or 3914.

[BigMikey76]

I just got the PT111, and I love it. I'm 200 rounds in, so far, with no early reliability issues. It is very concealable, but fills my XL sized hands nicely with just enough room for my pinky to be fully on the grip. Accuracy is good, and recoil is very manageable.

[ATPBULLETS]

I'm 550 rounds into pt111 g2 taurus
Love it. grip is right on, no issues whatsoever.
ive loaded very mild to +p and no hang ups. hollow points etc...
I really like this gun. it has surprised me for the $$
I got the stainless for 250 shipped. case and 2 mags and cleaning rod/brush

[Whirlwind06]

Smith and Wesson 908 or 3914.

Please tell me where I can pick those up for $200? I'll take a 4 or 5.

[power5]

I have a canik 55-c and while more compact than my 92fs I do not see myself ever wanting to carry it iwb.

[tallball]

B6P or other good and affordable CZ copy.

[t45]

Another PF-9 fan here. I have never had an issue with mine.

[BigBL87]

Looks like the PT111 is out of stock at $199 now, cheapest I can find it is $240 which still isn't bad. I have $190 on hand at the moment, hoping to get some more from selling some stuff.

[hartcreek]

Spend around $300 and get a Beretta Itallian Police Trade in or a Star Model B. Either will last a lifetime.

[SmokinTom]

SCCY cpx-2. A very good 9mm for around $280.

[scottycoyote]

i like the keltec pf9, also have a p11 and a p32. No issues and the price is right

[stagpanther]

SCCY cpx-2. A very good 9mm for around $280.

I looked at one of those today, interesting gun except for the mile-long take up and 25 ton trigger pull. : )

I looked at a wide variety of 9mms with a bias towards a real conceal. My verdict--the Ruger LC9 striker-fired. That's be the one I get.

[TBT]

EAA SAR B6P of your choices.

In your shoes, I'm probably looking at for a Star BM though.

Good luck.

[BigBL87]

Thanks for the suggestions. Still haven't decided which direction to go. I'm actually thinking about getting an Armscor M200 revolver instead and using my B6P for CCW. Experimented a little today, mind you without a holster but still, the B6P tucks into my waist band very nicely. Hadn't thought about it but being 6'5" and 280 I probably have an easier time concealing than some.

[stagpanther]

Don't buy anything until you actually get to handle/try one. I once bought an expensive 9mm sight unseen based on stellar reviews and heavy recommendations--and I hated it.

[Sevens]

If you are willing to venture on to the used market, A Ruger P-95 can be had under $250 if you are savvy. It is not small but it is incredibly durable and shootable and ready for solid defense duty with no questions as to build quality, reliability and functioning. I would submit that it would be "last man standing" of just about anything mentioned thus far in this thread, with the exception of the two different Smith & Wesson pistols that won't be had on this budget.

The P-95 would outlast, outrun and out-do anything that Taurus or Kel-Tec could muster anywhere near that price point.

[JN01]

S&W SD9VE should be close to your price range.

[AZRoger]

I know you don't want to hear this, but why not wait until you get your CCW, then decide? That will give you more time to make your evaluation and choose wisely. By then you may have squirreled some more money away and be able to buy outside of the nearly impossible price range that you are now tied to.