Sorry, but this is probably going to end up being another thread about which gun is more suitable (notice, I didn't say better). I've been following several ongoing threads right now and have done my best to not hijack 'em. So, I figured I'd just start a new thread getting to the point I'm interested in.
I currently carry either an LCP or a PF9, depending on my dress and how concealed I need to be. I consider the LCP to be the bare minimum for a SHTF gun. Close in, under extreme duress, it's better than the Colt Python back in the truck glove box. The PF9 is better. 9mm vs the LCP 380, longer barrel, one more in the mag. But, I have some doubts about the PF9. That guy's recoil is snappy, to say the least. I have had trouble with limp wristing it when firing outdoors in cold weather. That, and the fact that it is only 7+1 has made me think about getting a new concealed carry pistol (though I really like size of the PF9).
That gets me closer to the question of my post. I am looking at buying a new gun. The requirements are: less than 7.3" or so in total length, less than 5" in height, with a barrel no shorter than than 3.46" (yeah, I didn't want to ignore the SC glocks so dropped it from 3.5"). Caliber 9mm, 40, or 45. I plan to carry in my pocket if it's small enough, IWB if it's not. Deep conceal is a priority for me.
The guns that I've put on my short list are
glocks g26,27,30
S&W M&P
Firestorm Mini Pros.
I've expanded from the smaller guns up to
glocks g19,23
XD with the 4 in barrels.
S&W SW9/40GVE
Oh, yeah, and I'm likely never to shoot one of these guys before I buy it; no place to rent around here. I will have a chance to handle it, but not fire it. Oh, yeah, I'm also under a tight budget, hence no SIG, HK, Walthers etc on the list. A NIB M&P is probably outside of my budget, too.
So, my questions are: What is the perceived recoil difference between these guys in the same caliber (say, g23 vs XD40 4") and what is the perceived recoil difference between similar guns in different calibers (g26 vs g27 vs g30)?
Yeah, I realize that asking this question probably puts my man card in jeopardy, but I'd like some info from folks with experience with these pistols......
Thanks,
David
I currently carry either an LCP or a PF9, depending on my dress and how concealed I need to be. I consider the LCP to be the bare minimum for a SHTF gun. Close in, under extreme duress, it's better than the Colt Python back in the truck glove box. The PF9 is better. 9mm vs the LCP 380, longer barrel, one more in the mag. But, I have some doubts about the PF9. That guy's recoil is snappy, to say the least. I have had trouble with limp wristing it when firing outdoors in cold weather. That, and the fact that it is only 7+1 has made me think about getting a new concealed carry pistol (though I really like size of the PF9).
That gets me closer to the question of my post. I am looking at buying a new gun. The requirements are: less than 7.3" or so in total length, less than 5" in height, with a barrel no shorter than than 3.46" (yeah, I didn't want to ignore the SC glocks so dropped it from 3.5"). Caliber 9mm, 40, or 45. I plan to carry in my pocket if it's small enough, IWB if it's not. Deep conceal is a priority for me.
The guns that I've put on my short list are
glocks g26,27,30
S&W M&P
Firestorm Mini Pros.
I've expanded from the smaller guns up to
glocks g19,23
XD with the 4 in barrels.
S&W SW9/40GVE
Oh, yeah, and I'm likely never to shoot one of these guys before I buy it; no place to rent around here. I will have a chance to handle it, but not fire it. Oh, yeah, I'm also under a tight budget, hence no SIG, HK, Walthers etc on the list. A NIB M&P is probably outside of my budget, too.
So, my questions are: What is the perceived recoil difference between these guys in the same caliber (say, g23 vs XD40 4") and what is the perceived recoil difference between similar guns in different calibers (g26 vs g27 vs g30)?
Yeah, I realize that asking this question probably puts my man card in jeopardy, but I'd like some info from folks with experience with these pistols......
Thanks,
David