Compact 9MM - Top 5

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predecessor

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Doing a little market research for a friend on what to offer customers at his store...

List your opinion regarding the top 5 compact 9x19 handguns for civilian concealed carry. (Please, no medium or large frame firearms and later threads on this topic will be created for .40 S&W and .45 ACP so no "Why not carry something in a bigger caliber?" suggestions ;))

Also, include a short reason for the listing: Price, value, reliability, finish, ergonomics, capacity, size, ease of takedown, etc. Thanks in advance for your input!
 
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dwatts47

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Glock 26 (actaully I have a 27, but its the same size as 9mm 26)

*disappears under even a t shirt
*utter reliability
*uses the same big gun mags, and ammo as model 17 + 19 (most of the time with no POI difference)
*uses most the same big gun holsters
*training familiarity
*uses same big gun sights
*IMHO best lil gun for the money.
*proven rep
*You can say "Thank you little baby G-lock" when it saves your @ss
 
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kristop64089

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Glock G33.
-Unbelievable accuracy(especially for it's size)
-Incredible fire power(.357 sig)
-Conceals easy(a bit bulky)
-Simple no frills gun.
 
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Alnamvet

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Glock 39...


1. Outstanding fit and finish.
2. Availability of parts
3. Easily concealable
4. Everything a 45 ACP is without the fat, bulk, and waste.;)
 
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armoredman

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Some might not call it a compact, but they are, the CZ PO1 and PCR, both outstanding firearms, worth more than they cost. Also, the subcompact CZ-2075 RAMI, another outstanding pistola.
All three seen here, CZ-PO1 with Crimson Trace Lasergrips, now a factory option, with CZ-UB logo. CZ-2075 RAMI is wearing Hakan Pek grips, not a factory option, unfortunately.
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kristop64089

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+1 aromored man

My gut was to go with my PCR D, but since it's comprable in size to the G19 i figured I'd go smaller.

and not to jack the thread But, how do you like that RAMI? is it steel?, I almost bought one but found it a little heavy for it's size.
 
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D-Bak

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my top 5 favorite compact 9 mm are

glock 26
XD9SC
M&P9c
EMP
Ultra Aegis II


I'd say my two favorite are the glock for every day carry and the Kimber for "dress up" or "fancy" carry
 
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armoredman

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kristop, that's my wife's sidearm, and she loves it. No burps, no bobble with factory ammo. Good little gun, and she uses the factory extended 14 round mag, too.:D
 
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LUPUS

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The smallest and the most compact guns I would trust my life on them are SIG P225, HK P7M8, Glock 19, HK USPc / P2K, SIG P228.
Best.
 
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Quail Fat

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I highly recommend the H&K P2000sk as number 1.

Here is my top 5 compact 9mms

1. H&K P2000sk
2. Glock 26
3. CZ 75 compact
4. Springfield Armory XD9c
5. FNP-9M DAO
 
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Playboypenguin

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In no particular order...

Glock 26 - This is a compact gun that is reliable, durable, and will appeal to all the "black plastic gun" lovers that like their guns to be tac-ti-cool.

Springfield EMP - Another high quality firearm for the lovers of the 1911 format in a compact style.

Kahr MK9 - An extremely well made and compact firearm for people who want something a little different in an all stainless package.

Kel Tec P11 - A function and light weight pistol for the budget conscious.

Rohrbaugh R9s - The ultimate compact 9mm pistol for the high end customer. Small, light weight, and precision made from quality materials.
 
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MPanova

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The Taurus PT111 would be a must have IMO it is a great small 9mm for CCW and it cost half of what some of the others do. They are great sellers aswell ;)
 
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Redneckrepairs

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Your friend really should stock a Kahr CW9 ( quite a bit more affordable than the p9 ) and see how fast it leaves the shelves , IMHO this likely will make a believer out of him .
 
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