[MrPiper]

Kel-Tec PF9

[spookie]

a lcp 380 auto is fine. Small fits in palm of hand and light.

[surfer]

My two cents...for in vehicle carry...the Judge rocks. Lots of firepower and flexibility of loads.

For me...on person, Kimber 45, nicest handgun I have ever fired. It truly feels like an extension of your arm. Crimson trace and you can shoot from the hip if you have to.

But for availability of ammo, etc...a Springfield 9mm is a great choice.

[papertyger]

Seconded.

[DYngbld]

I am really happy with my Glock 19. I am getting a Glock 26 later this week. It is a bit smaller, very easy to conceal.

[papertyger]

That is...seconded the PF-9!

[13Sisters76]

I have a mini-Glock, which is light and easy to carry. But, far and away, I love the Walther PPK, and that will be my next gun.

[bmwcyle]

[clintonh8r]

bookmark

[mamelukesabre]

If SR9 is too bulky for ya, you won’t have much options bigger than a 380.

Kahr PM9

And that’s about it for 9mm. You better look at 380.

[crghill]

I luv my Springfield emp 9mm

[The Comedian]

Don't even screw around.

This is your *life* we're talking about saving here.

Compact 1911 .45, Crimson Trace grips.

Frowning takes 68 muscles.
Smiling takes 6.
Pulling this trigger takes 2.
I'm lazy.

[mnehring]

Personal preference: Walther P99

[Recon Dad]

leaning towards auto

You mean semi-auto. I can only recommend the Glock’s. If you want to carry try their sub-compacts, 27,36 etc. Good and reasonable. Anything with a .4 in it anything less and you can use it as a hammer or for throwing.

[HuntsvilleTxVeteran]

Taurus 8 + 1 Round 9MM Slim Compact w/3 Barrel/Blued Finish

Elegant in blue and stainless this small pistol can easily fit under a cummerbund or pair of bibs. Cool, neat and ready to go the Taurus Slim is the ideal companion for years to come. The Model 709, available in 9mm, features a double action, 8+1 or 9+1 shot capacity and fixed sights. Lean and lightweight in design, the pistol weighs just 19 ounces, 17 ounces on titanium model measures a mere six inches long and is less than an inch thick. Standard features for the 709 Series include a visual loaded chamber indicator, and the unique Taurus Security System that allows users to securely lock the gun using an inconspicuous key lock.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Mfg Item Num: 1709031
Category: FIREARMS - HANDGUNS
Type :Pistol
Action :Single / Double
Caliber :9 MM
Barrel Length :3
Capacity :8 + 1
Safety :Taurus Security System
Grips :Polymer
Sights :Fixed
Weight :19 oz (empty)
Finish :Blue

UPC: 725327605621

[RasterMaster]

[umgud]

Here are my little guns. The Kahr PM9 is pretty close to a pocket pistol and is the easiest to ccw. The S&W is also easy to carry, but most of the time I carry the Glock G26. It's a tad bigger and bulkier, but it's the smallest 9mm I could find with 10+1 capacity. I carry these in the summer and a 1911 in the cooler months.

[Tarpon]

Kel-Tec mini-9 is the gun of choice for off duty police around here. If it’s too expensive, Glock G-26 would be and is my choice. Just learn to use the awful trigger.

I would definitely recommend an auto ... The ammo capacity and reload time is important, as in an emergency where help may not come.

[OKSooner]

There's really only one CCW handgun in the world, and that would be the Smith model 642 in .38 special. Fully enclosed hammer and it goes blam five times "for sure". With only a little effort you can carry it year-round in any attire except maybe your speedo. All the rest are imitations.

Here's the 642 club:

http://thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=138658

[caver]

OK, I’m not going to start another vanity post, but, it seems to me in my small little mind that there is an increasing number of new posters that come on to FR and and are always asking about recommendations for firearms. They are always the same questions; What is the best... “fill in the blank”. I would think that these redundant posts could be summarized into some sort of “stickies”.

My question: Are these numerous posts and responses making us look like a bunch of gun crazed “anti-governement” types?

BTW, I enjoy the firearms related posts and anything gun related more than most anything else, but it just has me wondering. Are we being “setup” to be labeled as a “pro-gun site”?. Personally, I have no fear as I am getting past my prime. But, it is just something to think of? Flame away if you feel like it.