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Good Day Men!

Not much of a handgun guy, have had military training many moons ago when 1911's were used, but have found myself needing to carry for protection.

Looking for a 9mm single stack double action that is ultra safe to carry "HOT" and use, but have no idea what is good and what is not. I would like to carry it in a shoulder holster sometimes & on my belt on other occasion. So I'd like recommendations for good usable holsters also.

Thinking something like a Beretta 92 but not sure?

Thank you,
Bill

Thats not a single stack and it is a large pistol. I would suggest a Glock 19.

Do you have to have a single stack? I thought that'd rule out a Beretta.

If double stack is an option, rent or borrow a Glock and M&P and see how they shoot for you. Try the mid-size Glock too, it might be worth the switch to you. Most anybody can shoot one of them, they're both safe, simple, accurate, reliable and inexpensive. And finding holsters / sights for them isn't an issue.

I would also recommend getting some quality basic instruction from someone reputable to get you started on the right foot and help knock some of the rust off. Not everyone needs a ninja school, but a half day of drawing and basic marksmanship can really pay off in the long run. FWIW.

Get an S&W M&P9. Easier to carry than the 92 and fit most hands better. Just one opinion.......... Some will say a Glock 19, but I say shoot all three if possible, then decide.

Okay--I'll be the first.

Get the 9mm that has .45 ACP stamped on the barrel.

Serious though. You will get some good info here. Just keep reading.

Europellet!

I have 2 9mm that I carry from time to time since I mostly carry a Ruger LCR for day to day stuff just to have a gun. When I want to carry more ammo I use either an M&P or a Ruger SR9. I like them both the SR9 feels thinner. Both have very good ergo's but I shoot the Ruger better. I know I can hit with that one on the move. If you need a gun you don't want to just stand there flat footed and make yourself an easy target.

For holster use it is hard to beat a Glock 19. It is large enough to feel and handle like a "real" pistol, but small and well-shaped enough for easy concealability and comfort. It holds 16 rounds of 9mm and is a safe pistol to carry holstered if the loose nut holding the grips does his job correctly.

I've been carrying concealed since 1972 and have never found a better option for concealed holster carry than a Glock 19. I carry mine in a Crossbreed Supertuck IWB holster and don't even know the gun is there while going through my daily activities.

There are other similar sized guns and also larger caliber versions available, but today's 9mm SD ammo is excellent and 16 rounds in the gun is a nice number. Many armed professionals consider the Glock 19 to be the best Glock of all and the best 9mm for CCW.

Okay, Maybe a little more info is needed to help focus your advise.

First and foremost I HATE GLOCKS! Had a 19 several years ago and I would have been better off throwing the darn thing cause it was a piece of crap for accuracy. Maybe it was just that gun but I won't waste my money or time on another one.

This gun will be concealed "kinda"...If most folks know you are wearing a gun they normally won't mess with you...verse them not knowing. I buy classic cars for resale and carry some pretty large sums of cash.

I'd prefer a full sized handgun just in case I need to actually hit someone with the bullet. Not a plastic gun fan. Prefer something nice and shiny like a stainless. Like I said it's more for a deterrent of trouble. I don't need to carry something that has 19+1 that's why I was looking for a single stack 10+1 or some thing like that. 9mm's are fine for scaring folks that might be thinking about messing with me. I've got a S&W 629 but it's a little bulky and heavy. I'd like to keep it fairly thin that's why I'm thinking auto single stack.

Glock 17 or 19. If you think a Glock 19 is not accurate , then you need more practice or learn to shoot .

Sounds like you're describing a 9mm 1911 to me.

Wild Bill - off the top of my head, this is the gun that most closely fits your request...

http://www.kahr.com/Pistols/Kahr-T9-w-Novak-Night-Sights.asp

You should seriously reconsider your "scare them with the gun" plan though. Besides the tactical flaw, it may also be illegal.

So we're looking for a single stack, 9mm, shiny, lightweight, full size pistol that's more accurate than a Glock that can be "mostly" concealed and scare people?

Now I am starting to get scared.

Carry-able, full size 9mm, but not a Glock... have you looked at some of the polymer (or steel for that matter) CZ options? The only thing single-stack, full-size even remotely close would be the rare 9mm 1911. The Beretta 92 is a substantial/heavy/double-stack sidearm but if you've good sized hands and like it, sure, there's that. Wouldn't make many lists for great concealed options, though.

That looks pretty good! I have a concealed weapons permit so having a bulge under my jacket or shirt is okay. Tactical flaw, nah, that is my tactical advantage. I hope! Cops and military use the same, everybody knows they are carrying, right?



Scare people isn't what I meant...I just want them to know I'm carrying without having to say so.



Honestly I tried hard to get that glock to shoot, different ammo, gunsmith checked it out and said it was functionally perfect. I could shoot circles around it with my 629!

Springfield EMP, RIA 1911 if want that type.

But remember - they also have a team backing them up. 's okay if the lump scares 'em off - but be ready to do business if it doesn't.

Wow, only one recommendation for a single stack. I would recommend one if the single stack 9mm 3rd generation S&W.

Find a S&W 3rd Gen stainless in 9mm; sounds like the closest to what you're looking for. If you allow for a double-column magazine, you'll add quite a few more choices.

Not many single stacks available & since you seem to like the Beretta 92's, you might consider a 92 Compact.

Still a double stack, but a nice gun; I have one & it carries much better than a full sized 92.

Here's a link to one currently on GunBroker........the buy now price is about the going rate right now.

Beretta 92 Compact Stainless

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