The Bushmaster
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Odd Job said it...Firestar M43. All steel and an excellent choice. Unfortunately it is not manufactured anymore, but can be found on www.gunbroker.com
Is there a single stack steel 9mm auto?
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Nushif
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The Kahr K/E 9 would be a good one, I also really really loved my 9mm New Agent.
mgmorden
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I can't believe this thread got this far without anyone mentioning the SIG P6/P225.
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I know that it is a double stack but try a BHP with thin wood checkered grips.
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Not new, but can be found holster-worn but like new internally, the HK P7 is a fine carry weapon.
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guyfromohio
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I took "steel" to mean "not plastic"..... Glock, XD, M&P, etc...
SharpsDressedMan
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^^^That might have been how the OP intended it, but an all steel gun is a different animal that an alloy framed gun. He may want weight, slightly more durability, or the ability to apply finishes uniformly (steel is a bit easier that way). If he just wants "all metal", we need to know that.
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BigFatKen
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mass and reloads
When I said all steel, I should have included "plenty of recoil absorbing mass". This will be a shooter that mostly sits around the house. Carry is not an issue.
After I tested the Luger, I bought 500 reloaded cartridges labeled "9mm Luger". It should have also said "not actually for picky pistols like a Luger or clone". "For CYA, I loaded these on the light side so they won't blow up some 100 year old pistol".
I suppose I could take them to the range to get plenty of practice clearing jams. The new pistol should be able to cycle with light loads or I will end up at a gun show to trade the reloads.
Thanks for all the tips. I have enough now to last a week of looking.
Here is a NIB 9mm http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=262597070
So many used ones look like a POS.
When I said all steel, I should have included "plenty of recoil absorbing mass". This will be a shooter that mostly sits around the house. Carry is not an issue.
After I tested the Luger, I bought 500 reloaded cartridges labeled "9mm Luger". It should have also said "not actually for picky pistols like a Luger or clone". "For CYA, I loaded these on the light side so they won't blow up some 100 year old pistol".
I suppose I could take them to the range to get plenty of practice clearing jams. The new pistol should be able to cycle with light loads or I will end up at a gun show to trade the reloads.
Thanks for all the tips. I have enough now to last a week of looking.
Here is a NIB 9mm http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=262597070
So many used ones look like a POS.
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rodinal220
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I second the HK P7.Built like a Rolex,this is some really nice old school gun building.
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BigFatKen
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The Rolex quality is unquestioned; see http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=262672101 $1300
I am leaning toward the Rock Island @ about $400.
I am leaning toward the Rock Island @ about $400.
SharpsDressedMan
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Too bad your first experience with a Luger was with ammo not suited for it (Lugers have a reputation for needing 124gr or heavier ammo, loaded "full", or as the Germans have designed and loaded it, which is a bit warmer than the US manufacturers do). I recently got to shoot a WWII Luger with FNM military ammo, and it functioned flawlessly. http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=622748
woad_yurt
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How about a Norinco 213, their 9MM Tok version? They're all over Gunbroker for $200-$225. I have one and it's been a stellar performer, never jamming and accurate like a target gun. It's also thin, well suited for smaller hands, reasonably light and definitely built to last.
About the afterthought of a safety:
The safety was put on there to satisfy U.S. requirements. The gun was designed with the strongest half-cock imaginable. They originally tested it by dropping it off the roof of a three story building onto the concrete below. Just leave one in the chamber and, if ever the need arises, just cock it fully and you're ready for action.
About a Hi-Power:
Have you held one? They do have quite a nice, slender grip for a double stack.
About the afterthought of a safety:
The safety was put on there to satisfy U.S. requirements. The gun was designed with the strongest half-cock imaginable. They originally tested it by dropping it off the roof of a three story building onto the concrete below. Just leave one in the chamber and, if ever the need arises, just cock it fully and you're ready for action.
About a Hi-Power:
Have you held one? They do have quite a nice, slender grip for a double stack.
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Nushif
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Ooooh, yes. Totally forgot about that. Love my 213.
Shadow 7D
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zastava_M88
http://www.zastava-arms.rs/cms/index.php?id=275
The Tokarev (or norinco 213)
updated a bit with a shorter frame and shorter slide in 9mm for about 250 to 300 NEW
can't find a 213 new for that anymore.
http://www.zastava-arms.rs/cms/index.php?id=275
The Tokarev (or norinco 213)
updated a bit with a shorter frame and shorter slide in 9mm for about 250 to 300 NEW
can't find a 213 new for that anymore.
Another vote for the Tokarev in 9mm...very good value (Norinco) & lots of mass
Keep an eye out for the Norinco "rebadges":
KSI 213
Navy Arms TU-90
Sportarms 213B
The Norinco Tokarev is still being produced - Unfortunately, they are no longer exported to the USA - on the used market you can get the "rebadges" for under $150.
You can get an add on compensator for around $50
Keep an eye out for the Norinco "rebadges":
KSI 213
Navy Arms TU-90
Sportarms 213B
The Norinco Tokarev is still being produced - Unfortunately, they are no longer exported to the USA - on the used market you can get the "rebadges" for under $150.
You can get an add on compensator for around $50
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woad_yurt
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Posted in error. Oops! As you were....
doc540
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I like the Colt model 1911 in 9mm
Lucky Derby
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1911 or Kahr K9 or T9
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Springfield loaded in 9mm
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Stainless P226
EDIT - skimmer right over the single-stack part... nevermind.
EDIT - skimmer right over the single-stack part... nevermind.
Ghost Tracker
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My strictest answer to the OP is a Kahr T9. But while it's not "all-steel" and not "single-stack" I have small hands as well & my favorite 9mm is the Browning Hi-Power. Best fit among all handguns IMHO.
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Hi-Point is single-stack.
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