What would be your choice for EDC semi

[Ranger514]

P225-A1 Classic Compact

While a close match to the Sig P239, the P225 A1 has a contoured trigger guard that allows more grip area. Both single stack Sigs are similar in size to the G19. Other tha magazine capacity, the other major difference is that the Sigs are classic hammer-fired DA/SA semi autos. The P239 is also available in DAO, and has interchangable caliber capability.

 

[tlawler]

P225-A1 Classic Compact

While a close match to the Sig P239, the P225 A1 has a contoured trigger guard that allows more grip area. Both single stack Sigs are similar in size to the G19. Other tha magazine capacity, the other major difference is that the Sigs are classic hammer-fired DA/SA semi autos. The P239 is also available in DAO, and has interchangable caliber capability.

Too bad the 225 is only available in 9mm.

 

[American1776]

I'd recommend:

1) SIG P239 *or* P225a1
2) Beretta 92 compact (get the one without rail)
3) Kahr K9
4) CZ 75b Compact

 

[BB57]

^ I would agree about the 6906 but the OP is in Kali and can't have the 12 round mags.
soooo.....
3913/3914.
You aren't going to beat those, in my mind, for any price.

12 round magazines are hard to find for them in general, but they made 10 round magazines for them and they are readily available, and MecGar still makes them - so it's not a deal breaker.

 

[5Wire]

I'm a big 3913 fan. It's all metal and easy to deal with. However, EDC a Walther P99C AS, also have HK P2000SK, HK P30SK. All three are polymer/steel pistols with 10 round capacity—higher capacity mags will fit.

My favorite is the Walther P99C. S&W used to import the P99 line. Striker fired with re-strike capability among the three different trigger modes, extremely short trigger reset.

Walther P99C AS (9mm or .40) 6.6 inches length

HK P2000SK, 6.4 inches length

HK P30 SK 6.42 inches length

(Manufacturers' photos)

 

[lebomm]

Do I choose one from (1)my present battery, (2)any that I've ever had, or (3)just any auto in the world?
If (1), my Star Modelo Super, 9mm Largo, carried condition 1
If (2), an Argentine M1927 .45 ACP w/Colt bbl, flat housing, Commander hammer, relieved grip safety and long M1911 trigger, Cond. 1.
If (3), probably a Beretta (Stoeger) Cougar (full size), 9mmP, Cond. 2.

Larry

 

[Arik]

Mine has been the same every day, all year for the last decade....G19

A carry gun should have no feelings! Guns should have no feelings but especially carry gun. It's what best suits you for a situation, there should be no room for feelings that don't actually have any physical attributes. Bad guys don't understand wood and metal or soul! Those things are mental and don't help in any way!

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[EBSF1911]

My experience

I have experimented with a number of different sized guns, I finally settled in on a M&P 340 for myself & a Sig 938 for my wife (of course I swap her gun into rotation occasionally). My reason for choosing these small guns was if I can't conceal it anywhere in any dress I end up not carrying at all, I do carry a 1911 occasionally because I love them, I have started carrying my 1006 also. But 99% of the time pocket pistol.

 

[Dick_B]

I really like my Sig P938. It's small and very accurate.

I also like my 40 Shield, but it's tough on the hand and not as accurate or reliable as the Sig.

 

[EBSF1911]

938 likes

Some of the other things that I like are that it's manual of arms is very similar to a 1911 (sorry I have a affection with 1911's), there is getting to be a following with them and the aftermarket is starting to pickup on it and they are producing parts to customize it, and some Colt Mustang parts will fit (some assembly required) or so I am told. Evolution Armory is building a true radius hammer and then sear for it, as soon as they finish prototype development mine opps hers will be off to get a trigger job, 7.5lbs is to much for either of us.

 

[G.T. Smith]

Colt Government 1911 in .45 full size. 1000's of trouble free rounds, but that is only if I have to carry a semi. Otherwise it's a model 37 .38 airweight.
Peace,
Gordon

 

[digiroc]

When bigger is better ...

The Model 915 is an excellent choice when a high capacity gun is called for. Mine carry 17 + 1 for 18 rounds on board:

Two 915's one for the range with low profile adjustable sights, and one for carry with fresh Trigicons for low light situations.

For those in repressive states 10 round magazines are available.

digiroc

 

[Big Shrek]

Do I choose one from (1)my present battery, (2)any that I've ever had, or (3)just any auto in the world?
If (1), my Star Modelo Super, 9mm Largo, carried condition 1
If (2), an Argentine M1927 .45 ACP w/Colt bbl, flat housing, Commander hammer, relieved grip safety and long M1911 trigger, Cond. 1.
If (3), probably a Beretta (Stoeger) Cougar (full size), 9mmP, Cond. 2.

Larry

Don't feel alone there
I've got a Ballister-Molina that has occasionally
slipped into rotation

Going to toss another option to the OP.
Given that I'd prefer never to loose my
CS45 or CS40, went Inexpensive but reliable route...
Now own two Star M45's as EDC's...same size
as the CS 40/45, even uses the same CS45 mags,
also has 1911-style controls, but only cost around $400
in Like-New condition, far less if well-used

Why? They're reliable, but the main thing is,
if you ever have to use your EDC to defend with,
the cops are going to confiscate it. Frankly I
have reservations about how well the local PD
would care for it while determining the events.

So this is why a good used inexpensive pistol
is now my EDC, the CS40 & CS45 are now for
Dress-Up/BBQ carry, and if I have to have all four
on me, something has gone terribly wrong with
the world

It's also a good reason to consider the new SHIELD.
Especially with the rebate. Buy two

 

[HOUSTON RICK]

The LGS wanted $850 for it, but today I held a Model 340PD. Easy pocket carry, no weight to speak of, 5 rounds of 357, it has to kick like a mule, but if needed, who cares. I may get me one of those some day.

 

[MetalMan]

My winter EDC is typically this Kimber Ultra Carry Series I (2000 vintage) that I have carried forever in a Ken Campbell custom $OB holster. Getting older now and will move to a Milt Sparks VersaMax II holster that I currently have on order.

 

[ditrina]

For me it's the Kimber Ultra series..

 

[rwt1405]

I bought my 3953 new in 1991, and other then a short period of time that I carried a Glock 30 (late 1990's), it (3953) is again/still my primary carry choice, with my 642 as a BUG, or when it is all I can carry.

 

[digiroc]

More Power to You ...

4013 rechambered to 10mm is a compact powerhouse for EDC in bear country.

The recoil is vigorous and the report and muzzle blast is impressive, but sending 180gr downrange at 1500fps is comforting when your attacker weighs 800 lbs.

digiroc

 

[oneounceload]

I guess I'll ask the naive stupid question - why no GunBroker or similar IF the gun you want is on the CADOJ approved list? That would open up a lot more possibilities than you are going to find locally.......