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Compact 9mm comparisons
Compact 9mm comparisons










It is under an inch wide, weighs an ounce over one pound, and is short enough to disappear inside a pocket, but it is still strong and is +P rated for limited use. The LC9s does not fall into that category. Ruger is a company that has been accused of over-building almost all of its handguns, adding weight and strength where it may not be needed. The sights are dovetailed, which means they can be replaced, but the factory sights do the job very well. The trigger on my LC9s is around 5 pounds and smooth as butter. To my knowledge, the plain ol’ hammer-fired LC9 is no longer made, but you may run into one while shopping.Īnyways, we’re here to talk about the LC9s. Well, we’ve got some recommendations for you! So, now that we’ve figured out that we want to carry a subcompact 9mm and we know how we’re going to carry it, the only question remaining is–which gun am I going to buy? Some subcompacts hold as few as five or six rounds, which means you must be accurate and not waste shots.

compact 9mm comparisons

The magazine capacity of the little guns can be restrictive.

compact 9mm comparisons

A shorter sight radius can make it more difficult to hit a target much beyond ten yards or so, even for experienced shooters.Extended magazines do tend to provide extended grip, but a stock flush-fit magazine won’t, and we’re talking flush-fit. The subcompact’s short grip frames can be hard to control with their smaller grip size.Felt recoil is usually multiplied because of the lightweight and short length of the subcompact.These guns are, for the most part, not the best choice for an inexperienced shooter. You must examine the reasons that are leading you to look at subcompact 9mm handguns. Let’s talk some more about why you might want (or want to avoid) subcompact handguns. The subcompact gun, especially subcompact 9mm pistols, is probably the fastest-growing segment of current handgun production. We will confine our survey to 9mm guns with a three-or-so inch barrel that has the ability to hold up to ten rounds using flush-fit (not extended) magazines. The 3.3-inch version is firmly in the subcompact family but given my definition of a compact guns’ barrel length above, the 4-inch model is technically a compact. This pistol comes with either a 3.3 or 4-inch barrel and a seven-round flush-fit magazine. One of the most coveted firearms in the industry. Sig P365: This pistol has redefined the micro-compact pistol category.With a slew of safety features for secure carry and peace of mind. Springfield Armory XDs 3.3 and 4.0: This pistol is a high-capacity self-defense weapon.The well-known brand has been popularized by law enforcement and the military. Kahr CM9: This handgun is small and light, making it ideal for concealed carry.Taurus Slim (PT709 Slim): This 9mm single stack design is both practical and effective as a self-defense weapon.This pistol is perfect for concealed carry and self-defense. Beretta BU9 Nano: The BU9 is small, powerful, and intuitive to use.

compact 9mm comparisons

And it’s just as high quality as the Shield 9.

  • S&W M&P Shield EZ 9: Slightly bigger than the Shield 9, but easier to rack.
  • S&W M&P Shield 9: This pistol is easy to conceal and offers professional-grade features, with simple operation and reliability.
  • Glock 43 Gen 4: This pistol is ultra-concealable, accurate, and fantastic for all shooters.
  • Ruger LC9s: This pistol is slim, lightweight, and compact.











  • Compact 9mm comparisons