Best compact 9mm non-polymer
- Thread starter Prodigalshooter
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Ditto the Kahr if you're looking for really small. 6+1 of 9mm punch in a package that's almost identical in size to the Tomcat.Kahr MK9 Elite page
Ditto the Kahr MK9.
I have two, I like 'em so much.
Compact, flat (narrower than any other compact 9mm pistol out there), reliable, accurate, easy to conceal in a variety of places and ways. Nothing else comes close in size except the polymer framed compact Kahrs, which have had some problems (frame-warping, trigger pin-walking, etc.) Best.
I have two, I like 'em so much.
Compact, flat (narrower than any other compact 9mm pistol out there), reliable, accurate, easy to conceal in a variety of places and ways. Nothing else comes close in size except the polymer framed compact Kahrs, which have had some problems (frame-warping, trigger pin-walking, etc.) Best.
Prodigalshooter
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Thanks for the suggestions, everyone. VvG, yes to all except, don't care about the weight issue, prefer SA but DA/SA would be fine; no decocker. Could see range and IDPA use. I 'm going to take a look at the Sigs, see how they feel. I have a full size CZ and it's a great gun, I'm pretty sure I'd like the compact version, but I want to be less impulsive on this purchase than the last couple were. I'm not sure if the Kahr "rings" my chimes, there are none around here to check out, so far, plus, I would prefer more rounds than 6 or 7.
I really don't have a "good" reason for this pistol, other than , well, I just want one!
I really don't have a "good" reason for this pistol, other than , well, I just want one!
Mannlicher
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CZ 75 PD PCR. I have shot a lot of 9s, but this little CZ is tops in my book.
DreamWeaver88
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Even though it isn't on your list I'd have to agree that the SIG 239 is one nice pistol. I've shot two, a .40 and a 9. The 9mm was a beat up range gun. Both felt great, were 100% reliable for the few rounds I shot through them, and were very accurate. It is on my "must have" list.
The Ruger is ok, but it is priced like a CZ and while as reliable and durable (maybe more durable actually) it is nowhere near as nice a gun. It is also a bit big and it sounds like that isn't what you are after.
I've shot a few Kahrs and they are very nice guns. Comfortable to shoot, well designed, accurate and reliable. They are run by the Moonies (the Rev. Sun Young Moon's son is the guy in charge), you'll need to decide for yourself how big an issue that is for you (or if it is an issue at all). I am back and forth on it but I'm sure I'll eventually end up buying one since they are just so nice.
I own a CZ 75 B and just bought a CZ 40(but I am still waiting on the waiting period). I love my 75. I don't have to say much more since you are a CZ owner and thus, know about their virtues. Probably can't do better for the money (and for more it is still hard to do better) than the CZ 75 PCR or if weight isn't an issue a CZ 75 Compact.
The Ruger is ok, but it is priced like a CZ and while as reliable and durable (maybe more durable actually) it is nowhere near as nice a gun. It is also a bit big and it sounds like that isn't what you are after.
I've shot a few Kahrs and they are very nice guns. Comfortable to shoot, well designed, accurate and reliable. They are run by the Moonies (the Rev. Sun Young Moon's son is the guy in charge), you'll need to decide for yourself how big an issue that is for you (or if it is an issue at all). I am back and forth on it but I'm sure I'll eventually end up buying one since they are just so nice.
I own a CZ 75 B and just bought a CZ 40(but I am still waiting on the waiting period). I love my 75. I don't have to say much more since you are a CZ owner and thus, know about their virtues. Probably can't do better for the money (and for more it is still hard to do better) than the CZ 75 PCR or if weight isn't an issue a CZ 75 Compact.
Marko Kloos
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For a non-polymer compact 9mm, I prefer the single-stack SIGs, the P239 and P225. Out of all handguns I've ever held, the P225 is the most natural fit for my hand.
My daughter just bought an excellent used Sig P239 in your price range. Great gun.
People often trade in guns that are hardly used when they see their next gotta-have-it firearm. So I'd check out the used as well as the new.
Lotta folks would like to have those trade-ins back too.
People often trade in guns that are hardly used when they see their next gotta-have-it firearm. So I'd check out the used as well as the new.
Lotta folks would like to have those trade-ins back too.