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Have You Found Your Perfect Handgun?
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digiroc
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My Current Perfect Gun ...
If I can have only one of my guns as the most perfect it has to be my Shorty Forty. Serial number 36 of the Paul Lebinberger design that the corporate big wigs said couldn't be built until he brought it to the next Board meeting.
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If I can have only one of my guns as the most perfect it has to be my Shorty Forty. Serial number 36 of the Paul Lebinberger design that the corporate big wigs said couldn't be built until he brought it to the next Board meeting.
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Zebra War Wagon
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I have been searching for over 40 years for the perfect one and only CCW pistol, but as others have stated, it doesn't exist. I narrowed it down to 2 handguns, maybe 3.
The S&W 640 J frame in 357 mag.
The S&W Shield (I have one in 9mm)
When visiting high crime areas, the CZ 75B PCR.
My personal opinion, I aspire to the 3-3-3 rule; 3 shots in 3 seconds within 3 yards. (I used to think and say 3 feet, but I have adjusted my thinking as 3 feet is awfully close)
I am not a LEO, security professional or in any high level threat position; merely a mortal soul looking to protect my butt......
The S&W 640 J frame in 357 mag.
The S&W Shield (I have one in 9mm)
When visiting high crime areas, the CZ 75B PCR.
My personal opinion, I aspire to the 3-3-3 rule; 3 shots in 3 seconds within 3 yards. (I used to think and say 3 feet, but I have adjusted my thinking as 3 feet is awfully close)
I am not a LEO, security professional or in any high level threat position; merely a mortal soul looking to protect my butt......
When I posted way back on page 1, I didn't even realize the OP asked about carry guns.
I bought a S&W 642 over 20 years ago, and have been happy with that choice for carry ever since. Ommmm
I bought a S&W 642 over 20 years ago, and have been happy with that choice for carry ever since. Ommmm
mrrick
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CZ-75 Compact 9mm 14+1
SA Champion 45acp 8+1
S&W 442 as backup
SA Champion 45acp 8+1
S&W 442 as backup
prochi2k
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For the last 5+ years for me it's been an M&P 9c with thumb safety, 17 rounds with x-grip, in a Galco horsehide tuckable. I've tried revolvers and other calibers but this seem to work for me the best.
The best I found was the Colt Commander. I liked it in either .45 or .38 Super, though generally I leaned toward the .45 since I used to shoot a few rounds just about anytime I had the chance. Was loathe to lose my Super brass, which was much harder to come by back then.
I'd say my Bodyguard except that I still think it's a tad under powered, low on rounds, and I had to spend a decent amount on aftermarket parts just to "fix" the factory trigger.
So, maybe it's not the Bodyguard even though I carry it 5 days a week. It's not my Glock either, despite my love for it. Just a bit too fat and heavy.
I'd have to guess it's somewhere along the lines of a Sig Sauer P938 or maybe even a Walther PPS(v1)? I've held both but shot neither. Both seem like the right weight and size, plus 9mm, but only actual carry reveals the qualities of a gun that keep it in my rotation. I'm more citical of these things as I get older.
So, maybe it's not the Bodyguard even though I carry it 5 days a week. It's not my Glock either, despite my love for it. Just a bit too fat and heavy.
I'd have to guess it's somewhere along the lines of a Sig Sauer P938 or maybe even a Walther PPS(v1)? I've held both but shot neither. Both seem like the right weight and size, plus 9mm, but only actual carry reveals the qualities of a gun that keep it in my rotation. I'm more citical of these things as I get older.
Nope, I've tried to find the perfect pistol for over 50 years, still looking. But now I carry a 638 for social work & a No. American 22 with snake shot When out in the woods. Both are good but not perfect.
snowman.45
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Since retiring from LE, I have tried every year as we come up on annual qualifications to cut down to just four. I think I've pretty well decided on the four I carry most often; M&P 340, 640-1, Shield .45, Glock 19. The 340 M&P gets the call a very large portion of the time, with the Shield being a close second.
This year, the 640-1 may get assigned to safe duty as I'm about to buy a new Model 66 2 3/4" .357 magnum. It's getting a little easier to decide as I get older and more used to comfort while maintaining capability, but I still find that different modes of dress, activity planned and locations dictate the choice for the day.
This year, the 640-1 may get assigned to safe duty as I'm about to buy a new Model 66 2 3/4" .357 magnum. It's getting a little easier to decide as I get older and more used to comfort while maintaining capability, but I still find that different modes of dress, activity planned and locations dictate the choice for the day.
deadear dan
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Glock 36. Single stack of 6 + 1 230gr HST with ridiculous reliability gives me peace of mind.
DelawareDave
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There ain't much wrong with the model 3913...
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Moe Mentum
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Summer - Ruger LCP
Winter - Ruger LC9s
Other CZ 75D ( PCR )
Winter - Ruger LC9s
Other CZ 75D ( PCR )
Harkrader
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No. And I plan to keep on looking. And looking. And looking . . ..
mule69
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Yes I have. The Colt commander (04692) is the perfect handgun. With the right holster and belt it is comfortable to carry. I am for the most part a mediocre shot but with this weapon I can actually hit what I aim at out to 25 yards.
I'd have to say that my new model 69 with the 2.75 inch barrel is a real contender here. Lots of versatility since I can use holsters I already have for my 686 and the variety of ammunition it can handle.
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Well after 10 years and 15 or so guns I've come full circle started out with a Model 37. Somehow became enamored with bottom feeders. Those are all gone except for a Glock in the nightstand. I've narrowed it down to these two, sometimes I carry both. A M&P 340 that I weld it up the internal lock holes.. it's now wearing a bead blasted finish and a titanium cylinder that I fitted. I'm kind of a two is one one is none kind of guy so I picked up 340pd no lock. I don't see myself ever carrying anything but a revolver and these two fit the bill perfect.
Well after 10 years and 15 or so guns I've come full circle started out with a Model 37. Somehow became enamored with bottom feeders. Those are all gone except for a Glock in the nightstand. I've narrowed it down to these two, sometimes I carry both. A M&P 340 that I weld it up the internal lock holes.. it's now wearing a bead blasted finish and a titanium cylinder that I fitted. I'm kind of a two is one one is none kind of guy so I picked up 340pd no lock. I don't see myself ever carrying anything but a revolver and these two fit the bill perfect.
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RubenZ
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For me its my SIG -938 cocked and locked. In Winter time its my Colt Combat Commander
Talldog
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I really love my Ruger SR9c, but it has become a home gun. My Shield 9 may end up being the one I carry until it wears out.
CheEng1
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BG380 w/ extra mag.
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