MiaStar
Regular Member
Hi everyone, I've been on the hunt for a good, reasonably-priced 9mm pistol for about 2 months now. I'm in no hurry to purchase one, so I can take time to peruse articles, forums, reviews, GunBroker, etc.
I like the price points, performance reviews, and general styling of the following pistols:
S&W Sigma 9VE, Taurus 24/7 G2, Taurus PT 909 (identical to my PT 38S but in 9mm), Glock 17, Glock 26, Taurus PT 92, Bersa Thunder in 9mm, Kel-Tec, Sig SP2022...
Ruger P95, Ruger SR9/SR9c, Beretta PX4 Storm, Beretta 92FSA1, EAA Witness Elite/Corps Witness/Witness Match, Springfield XDM (difficult to find under nearly $600), RIA 1911 in 9mm, Taurus PT 1911 in 9mm, Stoeger Cougar, or something similar and along those lines.
I would like to keep the cost under $550 ideally (shipping, FFL transfer fee, and retail cost of the pistol), since I'm just starting my collection, and have a LONG way to go in that regard.
I would also like a HI-CAP 9mm...the more rounds it holds, the better (prefer 12 or more minimum). I understand that hi-cap will add to weight, but that is fine so long as the pistol itself is not over 36 ounces alone.
I also REALLY prefer a manual (thumb) safety, but that is not mandatory if it means saving $200-$300 over a pistol that does have a manual safety or other safety features like the Taurus Security System, for example.
I have better accuracy with and prefer medium to large frame pistols, which is why I didn't list any small 9mm like the Kahr CM9, Taurus 709 Slim, SCCY 9mm, Ruger LC series etc.
If any of you well-versed OC members have particular suggestions for a nice, reliable, durable 9mm pistol that is not too heavy, I would GREATLY appreciate it! (It will be an open carry gun worn on my hip...and will take the place of my PT 38S on some occasions, since the 9mm magazines and ammo are WAY cheaper, and more readily available).
Thanks in advance!
P.S. I am not adverse to purchasing a "used" pistol, so long as the condition is 95% or better, and it is coming from a reputable dealer.
I like the price points, performance reviews, and general styling of the following pistols:
S&W Sigma 9VE, Taurus 24/7 G2, Taurus PT 909 (identical to my PT 38S but in 9mm), Glock 17, Glock 26, Taurus PT 92, Bersa Thunder in 9mm, Kel-Tec, Sig SP2022...
Ruger P95, Ruger SR9/SR9c, Beretta PX4 Storm, Beretta 92FSA1, EAA Witness Elite/Corps Witness/Witness Match, Springfield XDM (difficult to find under nearly $600), RIA 1911 in 9mm, Taurus PT 1911 in 9mm, Stoeger Cougar, or something similar and along those lines.
I would like to keep the cost under $550 ideally (shipping, FFL transfer fee, and retail cost of the pistol), since I'm just starting my collection, and have a LONG way to go in that regard.
I would also like a HI-CAP 9mm...the more rounds it holds, the better (prefer 12 or more minimum). I understand that hi-cap will add to weight, but that is fine so long as the pistol itself is not over 36 ounces alone.
I also REALLY prefer a manual (thumb) safety, but that is not mandatory if it means saving $200-$300 over a pistol that does have a manual safety or other safety features like the Taurus Security System, for example.
I have better accuracy with and prefer medium to large frame pistols, which is why I didn't list any small 9mm like the Kahr CM9, Taurus 709 Slim, SCCY 9mm, Ruger LC series etc.
If any of you well-versed OC members have particular suggestions for a nice, reliable, durable 9mm pistol that is not too heavy, I would GREATLY appreciate it! (It will be an open carry gun worn on my hip...and will take the place of my PT 38S on some occasions, since the 9mm magazines and ammo are WAY cheaper, and more readily available).
Thanks in advance!
P.S. I am not adverse to purchasing a "used" pistol, so long as the condition is 95% or better, and it is coming from a reputable dealer.
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