Is a single stack 9mm worth it?

[sacmedic01]

Kahr K9.


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[gsxr310]

Between my glock19 and shield9, I carry the shield ALOT more.

[Coltlover]

I have a Browning bda 380 double stack as my CCW love it but I love my 9mm model 39 S&W more.
I carry that as my main.

[Saym14]

Walther PPS 9mm single stack

[v.kevin]

All I have are single stacks.
EDC is a XDs 9 in a kydex holster with a single clip. It disappears at 3:00 with just a tee shirt.
I have a Walther CCP with an Alien Gear holster that I have never carried.
Also a full size 1911 in .45 I have an OWB leather holster on the way. Probably will rarely carry it and only with a jacket.

[GlockN'Roll]

If you are that concerned about the need to carry a double stack (still limited to 10 round mags) because of declining world conditions,

you might considered a backup mag, in addition to the standard concealment mag even if you carry a double stack pistol.


My G43 has be such an improvement in ease of carry over my G26, it defies logic.

I can't imagine that a further shrinking of the grip will add much without making it harder to shoot.


A G43 (or a equivalent slim single stack) with a seven/eight round magazine or a Magguts conversion, makes for a 7/8+1 package that is truly hard to beat.

Two to three rounds is not likely to be life changing based on most shoot outs where only three to four rounds are typically expended...


Life is a series of compromises, choose wisely as well as logically.

[cudakidd]

Kahr fan here, CW9, PM9, Mk9, K9. All very reliable after break in.

[Pupulepeter]

Another shield 9mm here. Heinie sights and apex duty kit. I sold my glocks.

[Maht_g]

Kahr fan here, CW9, PM9, Mk9, K9. All very reliable after break in.

+1, also a kahr fan, but pm40, p40, k40. Never a single problem with any of them.

[Tekguy]

Take a legit tactical training course that has a 300+ round count and find the balance between size and reliability. I dropped my pm9 and added a g43 to my Ltc because the pm9 was too small to manipulate under stress.

Once you learn to dress around the gun and find the right carry option for you, a glock 19 and extra mag is easially concealable for the average size man.

My suggestion is that you choose your 3 firearms on your ltc as the same brand and caliber.

Such as shield, m&p 9c, and m&p9 full size
Or
Glock 19,26,43

Learn how to run 1 type of gun where all the controls and trigger press are exactly the same

[Afterimage]

Shield 40 with 2 extra 7 round magazines is working quite well for me. Like others have stated, it's personal preference. 22 rounds is hopefully enough. I'm walking around in public, not going to war.

[scarecrowX52]

All I have are single stacks.
EDC is a XDs 9 in a kydex holster with a single clip. It disappears at 3:00 with just a tee shirt.
I have a Walther CCP with an Alien Gear holster that I have never carried.
Also a full size 1911 in .45 I have an OWB leather holster on the way. Probably will rarely carry it and only with a jacket.

Damn.....I wish I could get my hands on a CCP. Actually, I'm looking for one for my Mom as a carry piece, her hand strength is pretty limited, and she has trouble racking the slide on semi autos....I've been thinking she might be able to work a CCP if I ever actually find one in this state.

[ptoad]

Damn.....I wish I could get my hands on a CCP. Actually, I'm looking for one for my Mom as a carry piece, her hand strength is pretty limited, and she has trouble racking the slide on semi autos....I've been thinking she might be able to work a CCP if I ever actually find one in this state.

I just saw a CCP on here (calguns) the other day. Do a search.

[Packy14]

Yep been carrying my G26 for almost two years now. Smallest pistol I have on my license. I will be adding a G42 once I renew in a few months and most likely will be my main carry.

G42 is really small and ballistics aren't great. G43 is great.

[Packy14]

I just had my interview in San Bernardino county and I have some time to figure out my third weapon. Is it really worth it to have a single stack 9 mm on my list?

I have a Ruger LC9S pro, but I'm considering selling it. I already have a G26 for a compact weapon. Being warm here in California, how many actually have AND carry a single stack weapon. Like a Glock 43, Kahr Pm9, ruger LC9/S pro and the like.

G43 with the new factory minus connector.... its not a g19 shooting wise but it's decent and easy to conceal.