9mm Luger slim sub-compact, need opinions

[MikeE]

9mm single stacks
Kel-Tec PF9
Ruger LC9
Kahr CM9
Kahr CW9
Walther PPS (a little over budget)

Another option is a Ruger SR9C, which is relatively slim for a doublestack.

I don't own a Ruger SR9C, but have shot one and was impressed. I have read good things about it on line, and I think the price is right, maybe used. Only thing I do not like is the manual safety (if I'm recalling correctly) but that's just because I like simple, for the complete idiot (me).

 

[Just Jim]

And maybe I jumped the gun on JustJim. His last comment was right on.

Being friends means different things to different people.

jj

 

[Hawaiian]

He should wait and save up enough to get what he really wants. He will be much happier in the long run.

 

[G1GRANDEUR]

He should wait and save up enough to get what he really wants. He will be much happier in the long run.

Exactly what I was going to say. I can't promise nothing is going to happen tomorrow, but unless you are going to gun fight soon, save up and buy what you like.

 

[FourTeeFive]

He should wait and save up enough to get what he really wants. He will be much happier in the long run.

Agreed, although as the owner of a few very nice handguns I still like my Ruger LC9.

 

[hackercat13]

I have a Kel Tec PF9. It holds 7+1, is super slim, and shoots surprisingly well. I am hitting coffee can groups off hand at 25 meters. I love the lack of manual safety and loaded chamber indicator. It's basically a LC9 without all the Kalifornia nanny crap attached. I also have a Ruger LCP, much less acurate at range, but super tiny and easy to carry. Either will do the trick without breaking the bank.

 

[cotillion]

Yeah the kel tec guns have been around long enough and they do a great job of repairs. On a budget they are great guns