Does this gun even exist? 9mm experts needed

[RealTree]

My wife currently carries an LCP but I am trying to convert her to 9mm. The LC9 would be the logical conversion however if she is going to make the switch she would like the following functions on our new purchase:

Must be LCP size or close to it (she is 5 foot 100lbs, hard to conceal a larger gun)
Prefers a 6 round or higher magazine
Must have lever/manual safety
Short trigger pull or have hammer
9mm
Reliable (we live in the hood...ok not really)

Am I describing a gun that doesn't exist?

If it does exist what should I be shopping for?

 

[Jtgarner]

If the trigger pull on the LC9 is too long/heavy, maybe look into the Kimber Solo?
I have no experience with it, but I looked it up when I read your post and it seems it will fill the role you specify.

GL

 

[Mr. Habib]

This would be close. 9mm, 9 rnd mag, thumb safety, hammer, close to LC9 in size.
http://www.springfield-armory.com/assets/pdf/11111SPRINGFIELD_Book_armory_PI9209LP.pdf

 

[ElsiePeaRN]

My wife currently carries an LCP but I am trying to convert her to 9mm. The LC9 would be the logical conversion however if she is going to make the switch she would like the following functions on our new purchase:

Must be LCP size or close to it (she is 5 foot 100lbs, hard to conceal a larger gun)
Prefers a 6 round or higher magazine
Must have lever/manual safety
Short trigger pull or have hammer
9mm
Reliable (we live in the hood...ok not really)

Am I describing a gun that doesn't exist?

If it does exist what should I be shopping for?

I am in the same boat at the moment. But I don't think an LCP sized 9mm exists, and would likely be so hard to shoot accurately if it did, I wouldn't want it. I have enough trouble with accuracy on the LCP. I am 5'3" b ut think I could conceal a slightly larger gun. I am looking at the following:

Ruger SR9c (really nice short trigger and nice looking gun! Well, what do you expect? I AM a woman
S&W M&P9c

Good luck with the search!

 

[Cannon762]

Kahr cm9, you may have to make a couple sacrifices from your list, but it would be worth looking at imo, there's a good thread about the comparison between the LC9 and the CM9 here.

 

[red_zr24x4]

Its a little bigger than the Lcp, but check out a Sig P6. I think the P225 is roughly the same gun.(not sure on that model #, might be a 228)
Its a single stacked 9MM Fairly thin. Like I said its bigger, but if I was going for a smaller 9mm this would be my choice.

 

[RealTree]

The EMP by springfield armory is perfect minus the $1000 price tag : ) The Kahr...close but not exactly what i was looking for...the rugers great gun good price...and i saw a m&p 9c for sale on here for $450 today but its about a 3 hour drive to get it...soooo tack on $60-70 in gas money.

Each of these suggestions has been awesome! If there are any others that come to mind, your help is much appreciated!

 

[RealTree]

Its a little bigger than the Lcp, but check out a Sig P6. I think the P225 is roughly the same gun.(not sure on that model #, might be a 228)
Its a single stacked 9MM Fairly thin. Like I said its bigger, but if I was going for a smaller 9mm this would be my choice.

Now the Sig would be perfect! Any sellers out there?

 

[red_zr24x4]

Now the Sig would be perfect! Any sellers out there?

A friend of mine picked one up local for about $350. I see them listed in the shotgun news quite a bit. New I bet your looking at $600 (never priced a new one).
Glad I could help ya
Kenny

 

[Hoosier9]

Now the Sig would be perfect! Any sellers out there?

Ummm....the P6 is not much smaller than a full size gun, hardly comparable to the LCP. If she can carry a gun that size, there are a lot of choices.

As far as I know, there is nothing with a safety lever in LCP size in 9mm. The Ruger LC9 is about an inch bigger in both height and length, I believe. I'd check out the Kimber Solo, it has a safety lever.

Here is a chart that may help you out:

http://mouseguns.com/PocketAutoComparison.pdf

 

[indykid]

Was going to suggest the great Kahr PM9 which is my constant companion, but your requirement for manual safety negated that. Then I was going to suggest the Kimber Solo since it is about the same size but has a manual safety, but then you said external hammer, so I was going to say the Sig P290 but with the issues Sig has been having, I can't recommend it.

So it is back to the Kahr PM9 which if I am not mistaken is now available with an external safety. Check their website, I believe the safety equipped PM9 is very new.

Edit, I was right, expensive but seems to be made to order.

http://www.kahr.com/Pistols/Kahr-PM9-w-External-Safety-and-LCI.asp

The trigger pull of the PM9 is great!

 

[srad]

There's a REAL purdy S&W 3913 Ladysmith in the classifieds right now... I know a couple gals who carry & love em. Single stack slim, DAO w/safety, mag safety, light aluminum frame...

Please buy it so I don't have to keep getting tempted everytime I log into INGO.


Smith & Wesson Ladysmith (LS) Compact Pistol Reviews Forum and Reference Guide

Smith & Wesson Single Stack 9mm as a CCW

 

[J10]

Sig P238 fits your bill exactly. Except it is .380. So not exactly...

 

[GARANDGUY]

We will have some in the shop tomorrow. Thank God finally!

 

[thekuhnburger]

The Rohrbaugh R9s is very small. Close to LCP size. Although it does not have a manual safety and is very expensive. Just another idea.

 

[DownByTheTracks]

The Kimber Solo Carry is actually smaller than the LC9, and has a long, yet very smooth trigger pull. Very nice piece!

 

[ElsiePeaRN]

I don't think an LCP sized 9mm exists, and would likely be so hard to shoot accurately if it did, I wouldn't want it.!

The Kimber Solo Carry is actually smaller than the LC9, and has a long, yet very smooth trigger pull. Very nice piece!

I just may have to take that back I just read a couple reviews that said the Kimber solo is nice to shoot. hmmmmm

...........................Ht... Lngth.. Barrel ..Width... Weight.. Capacity
Kimber Solo 9mm... 3.9”.. 5.5”....2.7”...... 1.2” ....17 oz..... 6+1
Ruger LCP....380... 3.6" ..5.16 ...2.75"..... 0.82" ...9.4oz .....6+1

 

[GPD177]

If she can get over the no external safety the Walther PPS would be great.

 

[dice dealer]

The kimber solo is an awsome gun , we have had 3 in at work , they stay maybe a day before someone buys ...
The LC9 is the same way we have had 1 it didn't even make it to the display case before a guy bought it ...


The LC9 is under $500

the Kimber Solo is around $750

 

[DeadeyeChrista'sdad]

Ditto Sig 290