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September 10, 2018, 10:04 PM | #26 | |
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Still, I see no reason why the 99 compact wouldnt be fantastic as well. |
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September 11, 2018, 11:45 AM | #27 | ||
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Speaking of triggers, I really like the feel of the P99 AS when used as DA/SA. With the striker mechanism, it feels almost like my finger is smoothly drawing a bow in double action. The single action is actually nicer than the celebrated PPQ in my opinion. The reset is nice and short too. Quote:
The premium compact carry edition comes with them pre-installed if you want to see the difference IRL. It's still relatively thick but soooooo much more streamlined. It makes the difference between "range toy" and "winter carry" in my opinion. |
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September 11, 2018, 12:25 PM | #28 | |
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September 11, 2018, 01:23 PM | #29 | |
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The slide is 1.06" wide as measured with a digital caliper. If you measure the point of maximum width across both ambidextrous slide stop levers the width is 1.28" at the thickest part of the levers. The width there is slightly more than the width measured across the take-down lever. But those levers are small in size and smoothly rounded in contour. In my opinion, their functional contribution to the perceived thickness of the pistol is negligible. The grip frame is 1.1" in thickness at the thickest portion with the Talon grip sleeve. |
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September 11, 2018, 02:42 PM | #30 |
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I carry a Beretta 85FS. It's a single stack .380 with all the reliability of the 92 series. It's very high quality, an accurate & excellent shooter, and can be easily concealed.
Edit: Sorry, ignore, just noticed you're not interested in .380. |
September 11, 2018, 06:06 PM | #31 |
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Cosmodragoon and others who have sung the praises of the Walther P99,
I'm right there with you. I really love the P99. We own several of them because they're my wife's favorite pistols and I really enjoy them too. If it only had a hammer, there would be no need for any other pistols (that's an exaggeration. There's always a need for more pistols. But you get the point). Looks like I need to check out the Sig P250 and the Sphinx. If only that Beretta was narrower...
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September 18, 2018, 07:40 PM | #32 |
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Sig p225A1
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September 18, 2018, 07:44 PM | #33 | |
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didn't the OP already say it's too big? Quote:
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September 19, 2018, 05:39 AM | #34 |
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Based on everything posted, it seems the XD-E is the closest or only thing that fits the bill. DA/SA with exposed hammer, reasonably compact and slim, 9mm.
Are the words "Grip Zone" the deal breaker? If this is a carry gun, it's either concealed or in your hand, so you won't be seeing the grip.... Thankfully Springfield has dropped the words from the new Mod 2 version of the XDS. Otherwise honestly I think a Glock 43 with the"Gadget" is your best choice. Will conceal better than XDE with its shorter grip and lighter weight (also smaller capacity in standard magazine), but it doesn't have the trigger action you prefer. Have you shot the XDE? I thought it was a pretty competent gun. |
September 19, 2018, 07:05 AM | #35 |
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I went through the EXACT run
I loved my P229...... But for me, it was a pain as I had to get a two clip, pancake holster. It was "doable" but man..... A little too much IMHO In all I tried P229, P226, CZ75, Bersa UC40, then I went lighter and smaller..... CM9, K40, LCR38, I ended up with a carry rotation of M&P40C (Favorite) M&P Shield in 40 LCR38 - For those days that its pocket only Taurus G2 - Car gun I dropped from DA/SA guns completely Love them.... but they just dont fit the CCW world IMHO --- FOR ME
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September 19, 2018, 09:13 AM | #36 | |
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Looking like the Glock gadget might be the best solution here... which kinda stinks. I really love DA/SA. Or maybe a Rami and have CGW work on the trigger.
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September 19, 2018, 09:17 AM | #37 |
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Is the Rami very thin? It doesn't look like it, but I've neve handled one.
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September 19, 2018, 09:22 AM | #38 | |
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The Sig P225 really is a sweet looking gun and I'm sure it shoots well, but it's a solid 4-5oz heavier, and has a lower capacity.
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September 19, 2018, 09:25 AM | #39 |
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I offer another vote for the SW 3913. I bought mine used but consider it my most reliable handgun. It has never flinched. Enjoy.
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September 19, 2018, 09:32 AM | #40 |
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Px4. I swear I hear more good things about this gun from friends, family, internet/press, etc than most other guns. This is on my list as my next carry gun.
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September 19, 2018, 05:52 PM | #41 |
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RAMI is a chunky little sucker. Nice shooter but fat, much like PX4 subcompact.
I had an XD for quite a while. Reliable as hell. Not a big Glock 43 fan. My usual carry is a Walther PPS M2 with LaserGuard. But I carry my P-07 whenever I can. |
September 19, 2018, 07:10 PM | #42 | |
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September 19, 2018, 07:13 PM | #43 |
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Numbers don't tell all. My K40 is .9 inches wide, and the Sig 230 SL is advertised as 1.1, but the Sig is way thinner by comparison in real life, as the slide is tapered at the top, but the Kahr is more square like a glock.
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September 20, 2018, 10:18 AM | #44 | |
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September 20, 2018, 10:31 AM | #45 |
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September 20, 2018, 02:56 PM | #46 |
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I'm surprised that nobody has mentioned Bersa,,,
I'm surprised that nobody has mentioned a Bersa handgun,,,
Bersa Thunder Ultra Compact Pro series. I have one and it's a very nice handgun,,, I've heard people call it a poor man's RAMI. I have two friends who own RAMIs and to tell the truth,,, I think the Bersa is a much nicer handgun. Mine is the 13 round 9mm version,,, One can also buy 10 round mags if needed. The gun is not skinny so to speak,,, But it is very ergonomic and nestles very well into my palm. For you lefties out there,,, The controls are fully ambidextrous. I'm not saying it's the finest 9mm out there,,, But you would be doing yourself a favor to at least handle one. Aarond .
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John Correia of Active Self Protection gives a humorous but reasonable review of the XD here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PShoOEUjlGg Quote:
Speaking of, I've been waiting to get one of those in hand. I'm curious to see if the size reduction to compact is worth it. I know from the full-size that ditching those big safety and release levers goes a long way towards reducing perceived chunkiness. I'm not so sure about the sub-compact version though since it ditches the rotating barrel system that I've come to appreciate in the larger versions. If I ever get around to shooting one, I'll post about it. |
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September 20, 2018, 06:38 PM | #48 |
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Beretta PX4 Subcompact with a DSpring. SA/DA, hammer fired, decocker, 12 round mags.
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September 20, 2018, 07:35 PM | #49 |
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What is "EDC"? Thanks in advance.
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September 20, 2018, 07:38 PM | #50 |
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EDC=Every Day Carry!
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