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[ddouglas3d]

Hi all, I am looking for a compact 9mm for concealed carry. I currently have a S&W 9 Shield but it's just a bit small for my hand. Also would like one that has more than 8 rounds. What would you all suggest?

 

[Expat]

The Sig P365 is really popular. It is too small for my hand. Some suggested the XL version. I like my H&K P2000. It isn’t the latest hotness, but I am okay with that.

 

[Jndturner317]

I recommend going to a range with a decent set of rental guns and trying them out. I’ve switched from Shield to J Frame to P365 to Shield Plus. I also have large hands. The subcompact’s are a compromise for me. I like the size to carry but feel as they are small for my hands. The slides on both the 365 and shields typically do not stay back after the last round due to my large hands hitting the slide release.

 

[spencer rifle]

The P365 is also too small for my hand, but the P365XL macro is just right, and 15 rounds.

 

[DadSmith]

Hi all, I am looking for a compact 9mm for concealed carry. I currently have a S&W 9 Shield but it's just a bit small for my hand. Also would like one that has more than 8 rounds. What would you all suggest?

I have large hands also.
I suggest the CZ P10C or CZ P10S and use the 15 or 19rd magazines with magazine sleeves.

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[WebSnyper]

Hi all, I am looking for a compact 9mm for concealed carry. I currently have a S&W 9 Shield but it's just a bit small for my hand. Also would like one that has more than 8 rounds. What would you all suggest?

If you like the Shield check out the Shield Plus. Slides, holsters, etc should be compatible for you. Adds a little grip girth and standard mags for it hold 13 and you can get 15 rounders.

I prefer the 365 series for carry. I carry a 365x config (standard slide, XL grip module). Lots of flexibility due to the FCU being the serialized part and you have your pick of grip modules and can swap them at will.

You might also check out the M&P compact 2.0 either the 4" or 3.6" model since you like the Shield.

 

[ddouglas3d]

Thanks for the suggestions. I will check out the P365s but they are a bit pricey. The CZ P10s look pretty good too for the price. Will also look at the S&W Shield plus.

 

[Scott58]

I have a CZ P10c. It is a nice gun. Like it better then my glock 22 in .40 s&w.

 

[J Galt]

Glock 26.

Glock 19.

M&P compact.

 

[Dean C.]

Thanks for the suggestions. I will check out the P365s but they are a bit pricey. The CZ P10s look pretty good too for the price. Will also look at the S&W Shield plus.

P365X , XL or Macro will serve you very well. Your life is worth more than $800~ or whatever they cost now a day's

 

[ddouglas3d]

Today I looked at many guns, the CZ P10, the Glock 19, the S&W EZ shield, and the Sig P365. I decided to go with the Sig P365X model with 12 round mags. It has pretty good reviews online.

 

[Amishman44]

Hi all, I am looking for a compact 9mm for concealed carry. I currently have a S&W 9 Shield but it's just a bit small for my hand. Also would like one that has more than 8 rounds. What would you all suggest?

Compact 9mm that holds more than 8 rounds...for concealed carry?
Recommend a Glock 19 (15 round magazine) or a Glock 26 with a Glock 19 magazine and an X-Grip spacer for a comfortable full-size grip!

 

[ratames]

I recommend going to a range with a decent set of rental guns and trying them out. I’ve switched from Shield to J Frame to P365 to Shield Plus. I also have large hands. The subcompact’s are a compromise for me. I like the size to carry but feel as they are small for my hands. The slides on both the 365 and shields typically do not stay back after the last round due to my large hands hitting the slide release.

I second this. Test fire guns at a range that rents them so you know before you buy whether or not it works for you. Also, go to a local gun store and just window shop. Pick up and hold as many as you are interested in just to see how they feel in your hand. The feel is much more important than how they look in the case.

 

[Jndturner317]

After going through several of the micro compacts I realized that my hands are simply too large for them. I really like the M&P Subcompact which is similar to a Glock 26. The larger grip gives me something to hold onto. It can use any of the 9 mm M&P mags.

 

[INP8riot]

No love for the Springfield Hellcat?

The 365 was a close second for me though.

 

[firecadet613]

No love for the Springfield Hellcat?

The 365 was a close second for me though.

The Hellcat is amazing. It beat out many other options and has been my EDC for a few years now. It disappears on me and isn't too small for my hands. It carries as many rounds as much larger pistols.

That said, I've come to realize there isn't much love for Springfield on INGO...

 

[INP8riot]

The Hellcat is amazing. It beat out many other options and has been my EDC for a few years now. It disappears on me and isn't too small for my hands. It carries as many rounds as much larger pistols.

That said, I've come to realize there isn't much love for Springfield on INGO...

If I remember correct, I think they voted in favor of limiting yearly gun purchases. I imagine if we look deep enough into any big company, there will be something we don't like.

 

[5point9]

+1 for the Sig Macro. For years I've always carried micro/pocket guns as I am very particular about size and weight of a carry gun. Even the very small guns bothered me all the time. I got the Macro and started carrying it just to try it. Now it's the daily. It's not the smallest gun on the planet but there is something about the shape and how thin it is that makes it very, very easy to carry and conceal. Plus you've got 18 rounds. That's crazy..
The micro/pockets have been sold.. no longer.