Concealable carry

[alfsauve]

While I have a love of Walthers, there are better alternatives to the PPK.    Smaller and lighter, like the LCP.    The P99 is anything but small.  While I owned one and loved it, there are better alternatives for concealed carry. 

Look at the S&W Shield and the Bodyguards, as well as others mentioned here.


Personally, I carry an LCP on my body when I'm away from the house because it is so small and flat.   Around the house/yard I tote a S&W M66 stainless in .357.    It's also what I carry if I'm going in the woods where 4 legged encounters are a likely.

[MandoFire42]

I am liking what I see. The only reason im not going with another Glock is just want something different. I liked one I had. Never had any problems with it.

[Magoo541]

I have three teenage daughters so "extra" money is rare as hen's teeth right now.  I ratholed enough money two years ago to get a good pistol, wanted a FNP 45 but liked the XDM 45 and bought it.  Its all I carry (I also shoot USPSA Limited with it), IWB kydex/leather hybrid.  Years ago I carried a H&K USP IWB in a Milt Sparks holster which was just not very comfortable but like Clint Smith says "it ain't suppose to be comfortable, its suppose to be comforting."  That being said my current holster is very comfortable and the fullsize pistol conceals pretty well on my big frame (I carried every day for 6 months before the wife noticed  ).  My point is-take your time and find the right gun that fits you, has enough energy to deal with the threat and is something you will carry everyday because the coolest gun in the safe is worth less than a roll of nickels in your hand.

[DaverZ]

My 2 favorite carry guns are my Glock 36 and my Ruger SR9C,I carry them in a good leather holster supported by an Uncle Mikes instructor belt.The belt is good and less than half of what a Wilderness cost.

[Strider]

If you are looking at a .380, I would take a hard look at the Khar line. I have used one as a back up and deep consealment piece for years. They have the best D.A. type trigger going and have been utterly reliable. They can be pricey, but ya get a good value.

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[oldkat69]

  I like Rugers LCP with a Hogue grip (takes away the bite for $8.00)  and a Crimson Trace loaded with a 7+ Ruger magazine ($36.00 yes they are available if you know where to look) totalling 8 rounds of Hornady Defense.

Very Easy to Carry every day with any wardrobe.

BUT, you have to shoot it regularly to get hits on target.  It has a VERY long trigger that takes time to master.

My wife has a LC380. Easy to shoot. A little bigger, not quite as easy to carry, also 7 +1 (8's are coming but not yet, $56 ouch!)
NO significant recoil and lots of Galloway trick LC9 parts are available to make it even better.  
http://gallowayprecision.com/
Shots on target right out of the box (after thorough cleaning). Still doesn't always lock back on empty.
LOOONG trigger so you have to get used to it.

[crusader rabbit]

My 2 favorite carry guns are my Glock 36 and my Ruger SR9C,I carry them in a good leather holster supported by an Uncle Mikes instructor belt.The belt is good and less than half of what a Wilderness cost.

If you go to www.hanksclothing.com you will find an Amish-made leather belt that is virtually indestructible and the price is around $30. It's available in black or brown and can be ordered plain or with eagles embossed along its length.  The belt is made from very robust steer hide and is just about bullet-proof.

I bought one many months ago and it is my daily wear supporting either my Glock 27 or my Rossi 971 .357 mag. usually in either a Fobus for the Glock or a leather pancake holster for the Rossi.  Both guns are significantly weighty when loaded and the belt has enough gumption to support either of them.

Offered FWIW

Crusader Rabbit

[fatbaldguy]

I went off the reservation for a BUG.  I got a CZ-83 European Police surplus.  More accurate than I, not much bigger than my hand, recoil is negligible as this is an all steel firearm (just don't go limp wristing). 12+1 Gold Dot's.  Primary is a 1911 Gov't.  Both in leather IWB's on a Hanks belt.  That Hank's belt might even stop a bullet, it is that tough.

[twyacht]

Love my PPK/S Walther, but it is heavy, especially for S. Florida climate attire....Shorts/T-Shirts. Many options, however, my P3AT in a Nemesis holster with Speer Gold Dot, or Cor Bon SD ammo fits like your wallet and has stood the test of time with reliability, and wear.

My Colt Mustang Pocketlite  .380 does also, but if involved in a SD shooting, it may get confiscated and mysteriously "lost"....

The pocket 9's seem to be the new thing, and plenty of options available.

It comes down to your comfort level. Remember higher capacity means more weight. Warm climate/cooler climate, makes a difference.  Kahr and Sig make great concealed carry pistols. So does Charter Arms with their micro .22 magnum. However, as has been posted, it's a persona; choice.

My M&P compact .40 in a Galco Summer Comfort rig works great with jeans, but not with shorts. My Taurus Ultra-Lite .38 snub works in shorts with Remington Golden Saber +P's also...

Celebrate diversity. As I've posted, sometimes the right "one" finds you...

[MikeW]

MandoFire42, I'm curious to know how you plan to carry your firearm, since I think that has a lot of bearing on the recommendation.  If you plan on limiting yourself to pocket carry, for example, that eliminates a lot of possibilities and pushes others higher up the list.

V/R
Mike