Single stack 9mm

[inspcalahan]

What's been mentioned several times, including mblis57 above, the Sig P239 is hands down the best single stack sorta compact 9mm going. Do this - get one in .357sig or .40 and buy a 9mm barrel and 9mm mags as extra...you'll have 2 or 3 guns in one and the top of the line. I've carried or extensively shot most of those listed and that P239 is what you want. Unless you want a single action, then get a slim 1911 style like a P938. This is the best option for metal framed, based on your parameters. If you can handle a little plastic in your hand, the P365 or P365XL are even better.

 

[S-W4EVER]

The Beretta 92FS Type M is a nice pistol (and I have two of them) but I didn't recommend it because spare magazines are almost non-existent. Thanks to an earlier SIG P239 thread, I purchased some spare P239 9mm factory mags from Osage County Guns, not cheap but cheaper than the used mags on Ebay. The P239 is a good pistol.

 

[BAM-BAM]

The Beretta 92FS Type M is a nice pistol (and I have two of them) but I didn't recommend it because spare magazines are almost non-existent. Thanks to an earlier SIG P239 thread, I purchased some spare P239 9mm factory mags from Osage County Guns, not cheap but cheaper than the used mags on Ebay. The P239 is a good pistol.

Good point on the Beretta 92 M mags... I got my first and second off a Police Supply house who had a good size Dept order and stocked extra guns and mags...... so I stocked up when I got my second at about $20 a mag.

Found my 2 bright blue guns in another Cop Shop about a year apart in the early years of the 21st century; both are "anib"; they both came with 3 or 4 mags IIRC.

Beretta's answer to the S&W 39........ in the age of the "Wonder Nine" So wasn't a great seller... but a great gun IMO

 

[majick47]

I'll go along with the recommendation of a number of other respondents for a metal frame single stack 9mm, Star BM and Sig P6, both former LE pistols of Spain and Germany respectively.

 

[LostintheOzone]

Sig Sauer P239. Excellent pistols. Now discontinued, but readily available on the used market. And well worth hunting one down.

Here's mine on the bottom right, with a few friends.

I have several P-239's. Hard to beat for a compact pistol. Although designed for the 40 S&W cartridge, it can be had in 9 mm and 357 Sig. Both of mine are 9 mm because that's what I load. 40 and 357 barrels can be used on the same frame/slide, 9mm is it's own frame/slide.

I buy those anytime I find a good deal on a 9mm. They don't pop up very often because people are starting to realize that they're the best compact pistol Sig ever made. Hence the 9mm is becoming pricy on the used market. I paid $500 for my first one years ago and $600 for one I just purchased.

 

[sodacan]

Another vote for the Sig P6 (P225). I have a 40 YO West German model that is a terrific shooter.

 

[clang444]

How does the Sig P-239 compare to a S&W 3913 or 3914? It looks about the same size. Anybody have both?

 

[LostintheOzone]

How does the Sig P-239 compare to a S&W 3913 or 3914? It looks about the same size. Anybody have both?

No safety on a P-239, just DA/SA and no controls on the slide. Both of mine have short reset triggers (SRT). P-239 (9mm) mags are scarce as hens teeth.

I don't have a 3913 so can't be much help.

 

[inspcalahan]

The P239 and 3913 are arguably the same size, for concealment purposes. The 3913 is a tad lighter and has the slide mounted safety. The P239 is "beefier", a dream to shoot and only has the decocker feature. Both great pistols, my preference leans towards the P239.

 

[Miami_JBT]

My single stack 9mm guns are the following.

Springfield Armory 9mm EMP 1911
Walther P38
Walther P1
S&W Model 3913
S&W Model 909
GLOCK 43
Ruger LC9s

I have a GLOCK 48, but I carry it with the aftermarket 15rd mags.

 

[Muley Gil]

Why dismiss the polymer guns? Not pretty but carry pieces are tools, anyway.

I've been carrying a Ruger EC9s for two years and I am very happy with it. As small as a 9 can get and still allow for a strong grip. So far 100% reliable and at 20 yards rapid fire I feel confident with it.

I agree with Art Doc. Gosh, did I just say that???

I've had my Ruger EC9S about three years now and it is also 100% reliable and accurate as well. It is one of the best gun buys I have ever made.

 

[otis24]

Won the bid on Kahr K9 on Gun B'rkr

 

[oysterer]

Pointman Carry in 9, so accurate, so good looking...

 

[BigBill]

Star BM 9 mm Luger/ parabellium? Mini 1911.

 

[bananaman]

Sig P239's used to be a hot thing. Then came plastic. I don't own any poly weapons now. Do have a P239 though! Bob

 

[Chief Wiggums]

Glock 43
single stack - yet polymer
6+1
goes bang every single time

on a personal note...
The Mrs loves the single stack Glocks the 42 & 43
Myself, double stack is all that I will carry.
Any more , I really dont care about printing.
I certainly dont advertise anything , proper clothing eliminates any concern

 

[sabashimon]

Of course another way to go is to (try to) find yourself a Rohrbaugh 9.
Hard to find, expensive, but dependable and suits your needs/desires.

 

[squidsix]

If the new Sig 210 Carry hits the street, it would be a contender.

 

[Igiveup]

Star BM, hefty, dependable, accurate, affordable. What's not to like?

 

[ContinentalOp]

Won the bid on Kahr K9 on Gun B'rkr

I hope you'll post some pics and a range report when you can.