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  • don1911

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    I need a small pocket pistol. I am not interested in 380. I would like 45. But that is a lot of caliber in such small gun. So I'll go with a 9mm if I can find one in a pocket pistol.

    Looked at Ruger LC9. It is too big for a pocket pistol. Any suggestions on a pocket 9MM.

    Please don't waste time trying to talk me into a 380. 380 is probably a good weapon. I personally am not interested in going that small. I don't care for small calibers. I actually prefer a 45. But back problems are forcing me to look into smaller lighter options. 9mm is as small as I'm willing to go.

    Anyone out there have a pocket 9 that you carry and like? Please tell me about it.

    Thanks.
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    Wildcat Diva

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    Glock 43? I don't have this personally but it was my first thought. Have researched it a lot.
     

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    The Kel-Tec PF9 is about the smallest 9mm I've personally held that felt ok in the hand, and it's definitely a lightweight too. If you move up to the Shield, Sig P938, Glock 43, etc. you're stepping up a hair in size/weight, to the point they really can't be pocket carried unless you're a big guy with big pockets :)
     
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    I've got a 380 for gym shorts but jeans and cargo shorts/pants - Kahr CM9. DeSantis holster and about 20oz when loaded with defense rounds.
     

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    The Kel-Tec PF9 is about the smallest 9mm I've personally held that felt ok in the hand, and it's definitely a lightweight too. If you move up to the Shield, Sig P938, Glock 43, etc. you're stepping up a hair in size, to the point they really can't be pocket carried unless you're a big guy with big pockets :)

    Brains is correct. I did some research last month and the PF9 is small plus 18oz loaded. Kahr is minimally larger and just under 20oz. A DB9 is smallest and only weighs 14.5oz. Taurus Slimline is small but weights 22.5oz. I bought a CM9 and second choice would have been the PF9. DB9 seems to have a questionable reliability but the size and weight is enticing. The Slimline goes over the maximum 20oz weight I was wanting.
     

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    I'm learning on here. I didn't know that the LC9 was bigger than anything. I carry a shield in my back pocket sometimes. I'd rather have a clip on belt holster than pocket carry without a belt. Pocket carry feels awkward to me.
     

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    The eased 'edges' of the LC9s and Pro make it seem smaller than it is, IMO. There's also something to be said for filling up your hand a bit, rather than having a gun that is TOO small.

    My LC9sPro loaded is almost exactly 20 oz
     
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    I've stuffed my LC9S Pro in my pocket before. Fits easily, but I usually carry it in a IWB holster.
     

    heavygunner8

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    Glock 43 is your best bet. I purchased one last month and its extremely compact and very accurate. Legendary reliability of a glock that fits in your pocket.
     

    jeepinbanditrider

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    G43 is at the top of my "pocket pistol" list followed somewhere by LC9S. The LC9S could be carried in my pocket not sure about others. And it has the advantage of useable sights. Same for the G43. G43 is about 22.5 ozs loaded.
     

    shortround

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    You would have to be the size of Paul Bunyan to carry any 9mm pistol in a pocket.

    Every caliber has its limitations, and no one has figured out how cheat physics yet.

    Even the fellows who try to cheat with big-bore repeating pocket pistols.

    A derringer does have its place.

    Be well.
     

    Jack Ryan

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    I need a small pocket pistol. I am not interested in 380. I would like 45. But that is a lot of caliber in such small gun. So I'll go with a 9mm if I can find one in a pocket pistol.

    Looked at Ruger LC9. It is too big for a pocket pistol. Any suggestions on a pocket 9MM.

    Please don't waste time trying to talk me into a 380. 380 is probably a good weapon. I personally am not interested in going that small. I don't care for small calibers. I actually prefer a 45. But back problems are forcing me to look into smaller lighter options. 9mm is as small as I'm willing to go.

    Anyone out there have a pocket 9 that you carry and like? Please tell me about it.

    Thanks.

    S&W 3913.
     

    heavygunner8

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    You would have to be the size of Paul Bunyan to carry any 9mm pistol in a pocket.

    Every caliber has its limitations, and no one has figured out how cheat physics yet.

    Even the fellows who try to cheat with big-bore repeating pocket pistols.

    A derringer does have its place.

    Be well.
    I'm able to fit my G43 into my short's pockets, it's a tight fit and it does imprint a bit (still legal with a CHL though). I'm 5' 8.
     
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