9mm sub-compacts...What to choose?

9mm sub-compacts...What to choose?

  • Springfield XD-9 Compact (light trigger w/ grip safety)

    Votes: 21 35.6%
  • SW-99 Compact (DA/SA trigger option)

    Votes: 6 10.2%
  • Taurus PT-111 (DAO w/ manual safety)

    Votes: 3 5.1%
  • Here’s another option you should think about (describe below)

    Votes: 29 49.2%

  • Total voters
    59
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Your poll left off the two best options for a subcompact 9mm: The Kel-Tec P-11 and the Kahr PM9.

They weigh the same (14 ounces unloaded) and are virtually the same size, with the P-11 being slightly bigger. But the P-11 holds four more rounds.

If you can afford the price, the PM9 is the choice, but if money is an option, go for the Kel-Tec.
 
I own and carry a PT 111. It is 100% reliable. It is safe to carry with the long DA trigger pull. It will function with any ammo you choose. You can get a Fobus or a couple different types of IWB holsters. It is fun to shoot.
 
Well, if you're going to add in "pocket carry", using a suitable holster ... I think the CS9 might be a bit overly large for most folk's idea of pocket carry. But then again, some folks feel that using a G26 for a pocket pistol is just fine. All a matter of personal perspective ...

The little PM9's & P-11's are smaller, true. The only PM9 I've personally handled and shot seemed to function okay for me, but not consistently reliably for the owner. I can't say, personally, but you can read about variable QC reported by some current & prior Kahr owners. Don't know.

The same can probably be said for the P-11, I suppose. Very pleased and content owners on the one hand ... and not-so-pleased prior owners on the other hand. I've seen one come through our CCW course and complete 36 rounds without malfunctioning, and I've seen 3 others come through and malfunction anywhere from a couple of times, to frequently, during a short qualification course. Don't know what that means, either ...

I dislike DAO pistols for MY use, though, so that would mitigate against them for ME. Different strokes ... and only one of your potential choices is a DAO design.

I mean, the 3 examples you listed pretty much have 3 different types of actions, so to speak. The XD is essentially a fully cocked single action, the SW99 is TDA (DA/SA) and the Taurus is DAO. What's YOUR preference? Often someone will prefer a pistol simply for the action design/function, especially related to the trigger operation.
 
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