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Posted on 01/22/2011 5:20:17 PM PST by skimask

My son has asked me for input/advice as to which compact or sub compact semi auto hand gun to buy in either a 9mm or 40 SW. I am partial to the H & K in a 40 SW configuration with a laser sight. I also like the Sig 226 in a 9mm. What do yall think?


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To: skimask
Thank you...he’s leaning toward the Springfield XD in 40 SW.

XD is a good gun (that is what I have in 9mm) as is the XD Subcompact. Get a good conceal carry holster if that is the intent.

The Crossbreed Supertuck holster is a really good conceal carry holster, that is custom fit to your specific handgun.

61 posted on 01/22/2011 8:06:00 PM PST by VRWCmember (Veritas vos Liberabit)
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To: skimask
I carry an HK subcompact in .40 cal and it is quite a bit bigger than the G27. You definitely have to dress around it. I would prefer the G27, but I have to carry what my agency issues.

One difference is that you can actually get 9 rounds in the mag of the HK. I never try to jam that last round in a Glock mag.

62 posted on 01/22/2011 9:30:32 PM PST by USNBandit (sarcasm engaged at all times)
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To: TheGarbone

I bought a High Noon holster for my subcompact and found that I didn’t like it. The ride was high enough that I felt like it didn’t have enough of the barrel down inside the waistband to be secure. Felt like the whole holster was going to flip out over my belt. Maybe I just bought the wrong model for that gun.


63 posted on 01/22/2011 9:37:44 PM PST by USNBandit (sarcasm engaged at all times)
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To: All

Thank all of you so much your insight and wisdom. My son and myself really appreciate it.


64 posted on 01/22/2011 11:35:17 PM PST by skimask
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To: VRWCmember

Thanks for mentioning the Crossbreed Supertuck. I have one for my full-size XDM .40. Have been known to fall asleep in the chair with it on.


65 posted on 01/22/2011 11:53:03 PM PST by 21twelve ( You can go from boom to bust, from dreams to a bowl of dust ... another lost generation.)
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To: Travis McGee

Guns and underwear share many comonalities. It’s all in personal preference...just as long as you wear them. :-)


66 posted on 01/23/2011 7:11:01 PM PST by scottfactor
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To: skimask

I’ll second the Glock - buy a Glock 23 (mid-size .40 S&W) and you can convert it to .357 SIG with a $100 barrel, or to 9mm with a $100 barrel swap and a $25 magazine. If you are looking for concealed carry, the Glock 27 offers the same advantages (please note that a barrel for the 23 will work in the 27, but not vice versa) plus extreme concealability. The basic Glock design is identical across all their pistols and is ingenious, simple, reliable, and safe. YMMV


67 posted on 01/23/2011 8:50:31 PM PST by bt_dooftlook (Democrats - the party of Amnesty, Abortion, and Adolescence)
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