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February 9, 2016, 10:38 AM | #1 |
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It is finished. Finally the new purchase.
Ok after a long drawn out process of research and hundreds (not kidding, don't judge me) of dollars on gun rentals I've made my final decision and purchase. I feel really good about it. Yesterday my son and I went to the shooting range to rent guns. I rented several 9mm's including the Shield and one I didn't think I was even interested in owning. I decided to give the Sig Sauer P938 a try thinking well I've rented every other 9mm they have here so why not. I was a stout gun but extremely accurate. The recoil seemed to absorb different than any of the other guns I rented. Making the recoil seem not so recoily (yes I know it's not a word). I shot an extremely tight group with it so I thought ok let me go back and get the Shield. I shot it and thought eh maybe the recoil on this gun is slightly lighter so maybe I'll get the Shield after all. I rented the P938 again, once again with little aim a really tight grouping. It just fits and somehow I can hold it still even with the crispy trigger. I can't explain it. So I went back and rented a Glock because the guy behind the counter who was probably sick of looking at me suggested it. I didn't care for it so much. I thought one more time lets shoot that P938. I shot it again perfect tight group once again. Easy to hold and shoot. I thought that's it I'm done here. I walked in the store to purchase some ammo. And there it sat my gun the Sig Sauer P938 BRG. The rest is history. I'm very excited about it.
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February 9, 2016, 10:47 AM | #2 |
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You went through a careful and thoughtful selection process that left you certain of your decision. Anyone who criticizes that is messing with you.
We have his and hers Sig P238s (the .380 little sister to your pistol) at our house. My wife and I both like them a lot, and I feel sure you will continue to enjoy your 938. When a gun feels right for you, you know it, and you have plenty of experience on which to base your decision. Congrats, and enjoy! |
February 9, 2016, 11:02 AM | #3 |
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Good luck with your Sig P938. The wife and I have the P238's and I also have the Sig P938 SAS. The wife has two P238's a black one with a laser and Hogue rubber grips for the range and a rainbow to carry. A very accurate gun. Watch out when you clean the gun and put it back together read the instructions. Some people don't read how and end up sending the gun in for repair.
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February 9, 2016, 11:06 AM | #4 |
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You did it thw right way instead of just winging it. Good job!
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February 9, 2016, 11:19 AM | #5 |
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Great gun. You won't be dissapointed.
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February 9, 2016, 11:24 AM | #6 |
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I think the Sig is a great little pistol. I occasionally carry a less expensive 380. I would carry the Sig instead if I money wasn't tight. You did well in your selection process and choice.
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February 9, 2016, 11:31 AM | #7 |
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Congratulations...I hope you enjoy it for a long time.
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February 9, 2016, 11:38 AM | #8 |
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Excellent choice! You definitely did your homework and chose wisely what best suited you.
I was in my LGS yesterday picking up a couple of new ones I had ordered and this guy came in to buy his wife a gun. It took all I could do, after hearing him talk for a bit, to keep my trap shut. The store owner kept looking at me and grinning like he was waiting but I just shook my head and felt sorry for the woman. It was obvious there was zero discussion between the two over what gun she would like. |
February 9, 2016, 11:53 AM | #9 |
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I'm pretty excited about it. I can't wait to shoot it The kids both have basketball today so I can't shoot today but Wednesday it's on. My son even offered me a box of his 9mm ammo which I thought was generous since ammo is like crack to him.
Redhologram I did tell my loving husband that I didn't want him to buy me a gun or tell me what I should buy. I'm new to guns and I needed a gun that felt safe to me and one that I felt I could shoot well. That doesn't mean I didn't welcome some input ect. It's not that I didn't appreciate the thought as I love gifts. But I wanted the gun that I wanted. Now my husband did purchase me a Ruger 22/45 to practice and play with for my birthday. That was completely different. I'm very excited about it and thrill that he bought it for me. To me that purchase is night and day. A conceal carry gun is very very personal. |
February 9, 2016, 12:17 PM | #10 |
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Fantastic and congratulations!
And now... You know it didn't happen unless we see some pictures. Right?? |
February 9, 2016, 12:21 PM | #11 |
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Thanks for the report.
I did something similar when I was looking for a .45 acp pistol. I probably spent $100 in gun rentals and ammo. But it was fun and it still beat buying the "wrong" gun. I've wondered why I'm not hearing more about the 938. All the talk seems to be over the 238. |
February 9, 2016, 12:21 PM | #12 |
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LOL, got it! I'm on it!
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February 9, 2016, 12:26 PM | #13 |
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I don't know. Less recoil with the .380's maybe? I didn't shoot the P238 because I already have the Ruger LCP custom. I didn't want another .380
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February 9, 2016, 12:39 PM | #14 |
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Congratulations. Good choice. The P938 is much nicer gun than the Shield, as I'm sure you found out by the price differential.
How do you plan to carry it? |
February 9, 2016, 01:00 PM | #15 |
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Yes I plan on carrying it. There may be times I choose my LCP to carry over it. But I really love the Sig.
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February 9, 2016, 01:10 PM | #16 |
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HOW do you plan to carry it?
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February 9, 2016, 01:25 PM | #17 |
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What he is getting at Scatcatt. There are different conditions in carrying single action semi autos like yours and 1911's. Ranging from no magazine in the gun, condition 4, to round in chamber, hammer back and safety off, condition 0. Condition 1 is the same as 0 with the addition of the thumb safety being engaged, condition 2 is a round in chamber with the hammer down, and condition 3 is hammer down and no round in chamber.
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February 9, 2016, 01:43 PM | #18 |
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Spending a couple hundred on rentals versus a couple hundred on buying a second gun "just to try it" makes a bunch of cents to me.
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February 9, 2016, 02:08 PM | #19 |
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Ah how to carry. I'm unsure yet. I want to experiment and what suits me but I am wide open to suggestions on what has worked for other people. I've been thinking about it a lot. I'm thinking chambered hammer down safety on. But again I'd love to hear what works best for other people and why.
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February 9, 2016, 02:10 PM | #20 |
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Or chambered half cocked no safety. I'll have to practice which feels most natural to me.
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February 9, 2016, 02:10 PM | #21 |
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Chambered, hammer back, safety on...condition 1. Thats the only way I would carry it for defense.
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February 9, 2016, 02:20 PM | #22 |
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Thank you I appreciate that.
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February 9, 2016, 04:17 PM | #23 |
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By HOW to carry I am asking if it will be in a purse, or an on-the-body holster and the location of that holster. As to condition of carry, here is the list of Col. Cooper's five options:
- Condition Four: Chamber empty, no magazine, hammer down. - Condition Three: Chamber empty, full magazine, hammer down. - Condition Two: Round chambered, full magazine, hammer down. - Condition One: Round chambered, full magazine, hammer cocked, safety on. - Condition Zero: Round chambered, full magazine, hammer cocked, safety off. The P938 is designed to be carried in condition 1, cocked and safety locked. You need to practice disengaging the safety during the draw, AFTER, the muzzle is rotated to point safely downrange (toward your target) and before your sights come on target. It needs to become automatic, so you may want to incorporate a downward thumb swipe when using your LCP, just to remain consistent in your behavior. Last edited by Limnophile; February 9, 2016 at 04:27 PM. |
February 9, 2016, 04:23 PM | #24 |
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Limnophile, that's exactly what I was thinking. Thank you. I think on my person. Maybe in my purse if I carry the LCP on my person instead.
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February 9, 2016, 04:29 PM | #25 |
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Although the Glock was a better option...
Just kidding. The Sig is really nice and if you shot it well and you felt comfortable with it it should be a really good firearm to CCW. I really liked the one I tried out. |
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