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Old 10-19-2018, 9:34 PM
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Default Suggest a pocket pistol

One on roster and one off in 32acp, 380, or 9mm. Revolvers are not out, if it's worth it.
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Old 10-19-2018, 9:35 PM
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Old 10-19-2018, 10:22 PM
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Suggest a pocket pistol

One on roster and one off in 32acp, 380, or 9mm. Revolvers are not out, if it's worth it.
How big are your pockets?

I find the majority of the 9x19mm "pocket guns" to be too big/bulky to comfortably fit in a pants pocket and not be noticeable.


Here are some .32ACP and .380ACP "pocket gun" suggestions...

On Roster
Kahr Arms P380
Seecamp LWS 32 CA
SIG P238 CA

Off Roster
Beretta Pico
Colt Mustang Pocketlite
Diamondback Firearms DB380
Glock 42
Kahr Arms P380
Kel-Tec P-32
Kel-Tec P-3AT
Ruger LCP
Ruger LCP II
Seecamp LWS 32
Seecamp LWS 380
SIG P238
S&W Bodyguard 380
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Old 10-20-2018, 12:19 AM
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9mm thoughts:

on roster:
kahr cw9

off roster:
sig 938
beretta nano
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Old 10-20-2018, 12:34 AM
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LCP2. I wear jeans, fits well in my front pocket with the pocket holster it comes with.
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Old 10-20-2018, 4:47 AM
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dont forget Taurus tcp. So small you'll forget its in your pocket.
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Old 10-20-2018, 5:23 AM
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I can fit my Ruger LC380 in my front pocket.
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Old 10-20-2018, 5:27 AM
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I can fit my CZ RAMI in my front pocket. But I don’t wear skinny jeans.
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Old 10-20-2018, 5:55 AM
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s&w model 442 ultra light in 38 +p

love it.......since owning it, i carry it more than my others. you wont even know that you have it. easy to carry wearing shorts.
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Old 10-20-2018, 7:08 AM
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s&w model 442 ultra light in 38 +p

love it.......since owning it, i carry it more than my others. you wont even know that you have it. easy to carry wearing shorts.
This is my pocket gun as well. I would just say that tiny guns can be difficult to shoot well, making it all the more important to practice with them. Some tiny guns also aren't that much fun to practice with compared to service-sized firearms. I make it a point to throw some lead down range at least once a month, and practice some draws at home in-between sessions.

I came off using a Bersa Firestorm prior to the 442. It's a little big for the pocket but it's totally doable. That is the most underrated DA/SA trigger in the game. Absolutely fantastic for what it is and the price of that gun.
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Old 10-20-2018, 4:30 PM
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I own a Kimber Micro 380; great for carry. A Glock 26; good but bulky, and the one I think is best, by far, the Sig P365. 10+1 8mm and no larger than a 380.
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Typo....9 mm 10+1.
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Old 10-20-2018, 4:33 PM
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Kahr PM9
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Old 10-20-2018, 5:03 PM
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Kahr Arms P380


Carried it all day today, while visiting San Diego, Balboa Park, Japanese Garden, etc...


Comfortable and comforting...
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Old 10-21-2018, 4:52 AM
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9mm Kahr PM9 / .380 Glock 42
Both reliable and affordable, they both not going to break your wallet , let you still have your legs, arms and kidney
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Old 10-21-2018, 7:40 AM
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I carry an Ruger LCP, Seecamp 32, Glock 42 & 43, and S&W 442 & 642.
My EDC has been the LCP for the last year.
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Old 10-21-2018, 7:53 AM
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The on-roster Sig P238 is small, very thin, reliable in .380. Off-roster the P938 is just a hair larger but is 9mm.
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One on roster and one off in 32acp, 380, or 9mm. Revolvers are not out, if it's worth it.
One of the advantages of a shrouded hammer or hamer-less revolver is that it can be fired from within the pocket, a semi auto cannot. This is one of the few cases where pocket carry can offer a tactical / functional advantage, particularly when carried in a jacket pocket. If you were fearful you could conceivable even have the gun in hand without brandishing.
This link is to a very good video demonstration on the subject for those who are interested. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAYkoXtulWI&t=72s
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I often carry a M&P 40c in the front pocket of Dockers with no issues.

But YMMV. I'm not into skin tight pants (on men)


But to answer OP's question

KAHR P-380
KAHR PM-9
KAHR PM-40
Shield 9 or 40
Glock G-42
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Old 10-21-2018, 4:45 PM
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I like this model 60.

Revolvers don't Stove Pipe or squib. Your life might depend on it.

BTW: I hear the new line of (Airlite) Snubbys are not built as well and most speed loaders don't quite fit.

The downside: not a combat pistol.
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Old 10-22-2018, 9:28 AM
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I’ve got an LWS Seecamp 32 and a Sig Sauer P238HD and they are the bee’s knees. I might be willing to sell both as a set so I can invest in another project. I have multiple holster options for both. Inside the waste band and pocket holsters for both. I’m in San Diego.


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I have a Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm that is my carry gun and
have put close to 6,000 rounds through it without a hiccup!
It's lightweight and has a small footprint.

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P238. One of my favorite little pistols. Even fun at the range!
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Bodyguard 380 SW
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Old 10-28-2018, 4:21 PM
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One on roster and one off in 32acp, 380, or 9mm. Revolvers are not out, if it's worth it.
On roster: H&k P2000 v3 9mm

On the larger side, but it's a slim double stack that's on roster. I've trusted H&k privately as well as professionally, and I'd say this shows away as easily as a G26. I have V1 (da/sa) USPs but I'm a fan of the LEM trigger and often reccomend them.

Off roster: Ruger LCP 380

This gun holds a special place in my heart. When asked by friends which of my guns is my favorite, the LCP is always my tongue in cheek response. Whether you're exempt and get one for under $300, or pay the regular guy toll and spent closer to $500, I say its s small price to pay for a great firearm.

The LCP (gen 1) has a smooth enough trigger that is just heavy and long enough for safe pocket carry, being that its without a glock style trigger saftey. I'm 6' 190lbs, athletic build, with medium/large hands. The LCP is not too small to hold onto during firing, or does it kick so hard it hurts. It conceals nicely in a front pocket with a wallet style holster, I use a desantis nemesis and found that it works just fine; I'm sure there are better more expensive options. A LEO friend of mine carries his in a kydex paddle holster, strong side, while riding his Harley to work.
The LCP isn't a fighting pistol, but I hesitate to describe it as "better than nothing," as I'm able to draw from the pocket (off hand) and rapid fire single handed, landing all rounds center mass from about 10 feet. What the LCP is, is a great last ditch, up close gun that is so good that it is my exception to my "45 and 9mm only" rule that I follow with my handguns.

Disclaimer: The 1st gen LCP has a common issue with the takedown pin working its way out while shooting multiple mags worth of ammo. I noticed this early on and initially resolved the issue by forming a habit of pushing it back in where Kagan change.
Luckily, TANDEMKROSS offers an easy fix for this for about $10. Done, and done. I swapped mine out and it works perfectly.

Ruger now sells the LCP II which incorporates some upgrades like better sights, a trigger safety, and I'm assuming they fixed the takedown pin issue. I'm sure this is a great firearm too, but I prefer the , more simplistic gen 1.
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Kahr or a J-frame.
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Old 10-28-2018, 6:57 PM
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On Sig p238 off Sig p938
I have both and both fit in jacket pockets or iwb with tucked dress shirt.
I quit carrying anything else.
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I have a .38 Ruger LCR in my pocket right now.
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Old 10-29-2018, 5:30 PM
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My son has a Kahr P380 that I play around with and I love it!

Great shooting, both speed and accuracy.

It's second on my acquisition list.

Greg Ellifritz has recommended it as one of the more reliable .380's that appear at his classes.
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LCR or LCP? I think the LCP is smaller, lighter, holds more rounds, and is pretty accurate with the Crimson Trace laser.
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