Single-Stack 9mm Recommendations?

[SeANMcBAY]

https://www.apextactical.com/blog/in...ld-sd-pistols/)


It is the obvious choice if you want small sub compact and on the roster.

[Packy14]

So, here's my admission: I have small-size Trump hands. As a result, big 'ol double-stack handguns are just too big for me to hold comfortably. So far, I have a Bersa Firestorm and a Ruger LCR in .357 (the issue isn't hand strength, but hand size), and both fit me perfectly. But if I wanted a single-stack 9mm, what would be my on-roster options? I know the Glock 43 is out of the running. What about the Ruger LC9? Some Google-fu just confuses me - like it was on, then off, then on again - so what's the story on that? There seems to be a CA-compliant version of the M&P Shield; is that a decent option? What others are out there that are any good? Thanks, everyone.

G43. Shield without work is trash and that work makes it dubious for carry in ca

[WartHog]

G43. Shield without work is trash and that work makes it dubious for carry in ca

Kind of a broad brush statement that many happy Shield owners would dispute.

[Regular guy]

Glock 43. Absolutely.

[71MUSTY]

Glock 43. Absolutely.

Why would anyone want to pay twice what it's worth for a G 43? You could have two shields for the same money.

Even if you added a Apex Duty Carry trigger to the Shield you would spend less then buying a G 43 PTP.

[hambam105]

Packy14,

I do believe the OP received my message on the issue in a positive or neutral light. As for your question:

It wasn't my suggestion or insinuation that the Industry make all pistols chambered in 45acp. But if they did without my consult then fine by me, as long the pistol is U.S. Made all steel single stack 5 inch 1911.

A positive "Can-Do" attitude goes a long way toward pistol shooting efficiency and with efficiency usually comes satisfaction. Proficiency on the range means keeping or continuing the option of practicing their LE jobs; not to mention the SD & constructive recreational aspect for all other citizens willing and in good standing.

If my approach was a bit harsh than sure, I apologize if I offended. Relax.

[Fish On]

M&P Shield is a solid choice.

[Equitymind]

Surprised that the Kahr K9 Elite hasn’t been mentioned yet. The first compact all steel single stack 9 that began a new precedent for compact and sub compact pistols to come. Excellent grips, nice manageable heft therefore minimal recoil. Smaller than all of the Sigs mentioned save the P938 and on roster.

[Saddleback]

Browning hi power or cz 75sa. Both are double stack but fits the hand nicely.

Yep, first time I held an HP I loved how it fit. I recently almost went with a CZ 75b, but got a full size 1911 in .45. The CZ grip was nicer though.

[migg48]

Shield is good, but I much prefer my Micro 9 CDP. It has Lasergrips, is a tack driver, reliable, smaller than my Shield (even with the extended mag) and, IMHO, has less perceived recoil than the Shield. Not cheap, but nice.

[AKexpat]

1911 in 9mm.

^^^^^+1

[Denver Dick]

Haven't seen this suggested so I'll toss it out:

S&W 3913 or 3914. These are 3rd generation Smiths, all-metal, with frame-mounted safety/decocker levers, so just like a Beretta 92 or OPs' Firestorm. Single-stack, good solid firearms. They haven't been made for a while but were on-roster for a long while after being made - not sure about now. And I've heard that they're values are going up. There are a number of variants of these, as well, with some other numbers.

Yep, there it is . . .

3913, you can't beat it. JMHO

[M1American]

Kahr PM9 is better than Shield in most categories.

[WartHog]

Kahr PM9 is better than Shield in most categories.

It all comes down to personal preference. They are both good pistols but only handling and shooting each is the only way to tell which is better for a particular individual.

[supermario]

I have a 3rd Gen S&W CS9 and that gun is an excellent choice if you can find one. Thin profile, perfect placed safety/decocker, smoothest double action trigger ive felt and super short trigger reset. Plus its just a very reliable platform.