I would like a 9mm concealable pistol, what to consider?

[Sigarms]

For backpacking "out in the woods", I'd suggest something in a revolver over a semi auto. They can be had in 9mm. Easier to use, less chance of something going wrong be it you or the weapon.

 

[_RaT_]

I was wondering when you were going to chime in... :thumbsup:

For backpacking "out in the woods", I'd suggest something in a revolver over a semi auto. They can be had in 9mm. Easier to use, less chance of something going wrong be it you or the weapon.

 

[Cat_Driver]

Given the conditions back packing I would go with the Glock, my favorite.

This explains it a lot better than my words. You wouldn't want to do this with a nice shiny pistol.

YouTube - Glock mud and water test

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJTi2TjR1UQ&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ri5AyXzxb4o&NR=1&feature=fvwp

 

[brain55]

Having owned only Glocks and primarily only shot Glocks, I guess I'm naive about semi-autos having issues with feeding and stovepiping.

Brian

 

[RoyJackson]

Having owned only Glocks and primarily only shot Glocks, I guess I'm naive about semi-autos having issues with feeding and stovepiping.

Brian

Glocks can do it too...don't kid yourself!
As long as you have a firm grip (no limpwristing!!), you shouldn't have a problem. But the OP is not a "gun guy"...he needs to be alert for things that can cause misfeeds or stovepipes.

Speaking of the OP (RaT)...one thing that helps is a Hogue Handall (I think that's what it's called) for the grip. I have one on my Glock 19. It provides for an outstanding grip on the gun. Good price too...about 10 bucks. I recommend them 100%, especially for an older gun like a series 1 or 2 Glock (my 17 is a Series 1...the 19 is a Series 2)

 

[k0ua]

If I knew I was going to need a gun I would have something bigger than a 9. But a 9 or 380 or 32 or even 22 on you is a whole lot better than a cannon you left at home or in your vehicle

+1 on that: the best gun to have when you really need a gun is the gun you have with you at the time.
Kahr's are great, Glocks are great, Sigs are Great, Revolvers are great. Semi- auto's have more firepower and with good guns and good ammo are just as reliable as revolver's. Semi auto;s load faster. Revolver's can be had with more power generally. and are simpler to operate just pick the one that fits your needs and ability's the best.
James K0UA

 

[johnk]

As many know, I've been collecting firearms for over 30 years. That gives me about....well, plenty, of firearms from which to choose. After literally shooting hundreds of different models, calibers and brands, my personal choice is a Glock 29 with Tru Glo sights and LaserMax internal laser. The 10mm is far, far more potent than a .45 (Glock 30...have one of those too ) and I've never had a misfire in a few thousand rounds in any Glock.

Now, if I'm traveling into some deep woods etc., I'll carry my Glock 29 with 2 spare mags in a Jackass Miami Classic shoulder holster (very comfortable) and a 2" S&W Model 500 on my hip. With only a 2" barrel, the Model 500 may not stop a charging bear but, even if I miss, it's going to make him deaf for a while, blind him, and likely set his fur on fire from powder burns.

Having said that, when my son graduated from RIP school I went bought us matching pistols; Glock 19's with night sights. I know he's never cleaned his and it's never misfired and looks no worse for the wear. Whatever you choose, it's most important characteristic is to go "bang" when you pull the trigger.

I also after many years of owning guns and selling them as a dealer elect to carry my Glock 29. If the going gets tough,, the tough get going. It is a very managable weapon if you are used to shooting hanguns. The stopping power is perfect for man or beast, it it is a dependable weapon. Just my opinion...

 

[_RaT_]

I can crush an aluminum can with my fist! No limp wrist here even if I am only 100 miles away from SF.

Glocks can do it too...don't kid yourself!
As long as you have a firm grip (no limpwristing!!), you shouldn't have a problem. But the OP is not a "gun guy"...he needs to be alert for things that can cause misfeeds or stovepipes.

Speaking of the OP (RaT)...one thing that helps is a Hogue Handall (I think that's what it's called) for the grip. I have one on my Glock 19. It provides for an outstanding grip on the gun. Good price too...about 10 bucks. I recommend them 100%, especially for an older gun like a series 1 or 2 Glock (my 17 is a Series 1...the 19 is a Series 2)

 

[Dargo]

Given the conditions back packing I would go with the Glock, my favorite.

This explains it a lot better than my words. You wouldn't want to do this with a nice shiny pistol.

YouTube - Glock mud and water test

YouTube - Firing glock underwater reality bang bang bang (part 1of 2)

YouTube - Glock 19

I had to eat my words when it comes to Glock. For years I wouldn't even touch one when someone tried to hand me one at a gun show. I generally said something (stupid) like "I want a pistol, not a block". Then, for whatever reason, I shot my first Glock when a Glock employee/salesperson/rep was at the range showing off the soon to be released Glock 30. I punched the center out of every target with it! Then he shocked me and dropped it in a bucket of mud, stirred it around a bit and walked off. He came back a bit later, fished around in the bucket until he found the pistol, submerged it in a bucket of clean water, jacked the slide a dozen times or so and inserted a fresh mag and invited me to try again. Heck no!! I wasn't going to have a pistol blow up in my face.

Needless to say, he fired 3 or 4 mags through it and I finally shot it again. I was amazed that it shot exactly the same as before! I was hooked. I bought (well, ordered) my first Glock that day. I now have over a dozen of them. There again, I have just as many, or more, Colts, H&K's, Sigs, etc. etc. Hey, when you collect something for over 30 years you end up with a few of them.

 

[RadarTech]

hmm.. a hiking defense weapon...

I have a friend that has one of these:
AR-7 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Henry Repeating Arms | Fine Rifles Made in America and Priced Right

That would be nice beside an 9 MM..
It is a great firing little weapon that packs away quickly and is ready to fire quickly too....
It was so much fun to fire..
and Range oh range... much better than a 9...
hitting 8 in targets at 100 feet was easy..


whatcha think?

J