I'm so torn right now!

[Cotillion]

I recently sold off all my handguns in an effort to consolidate down to 1 handgun, 1 rifle and 1 shotgun. I was pretty set on getting a Springfield xd sub 9mm, but as I was shopping today there it was, my dream gun. The Sig p238. Silly dream gun I know but its one of those guns I really wanted but refused to pay almost 600 bucks for a .380. Well its on sale until the 11th for 499 including the lazer! I really can't afford both and never will.

So if you had a choice between the Springfield xd sub compact or the Sig p238 as your ONLY handgun, which route would you choose and why? The lazer included is awesome, I love that on a carry pistol, but then again it adds bulk to a gun that's supposed to be hidden. The xd has a 13 round capacity which is what I was looking for.

 

[eXGee11]

Well you do need a backup gun...

 

[GB-Boater]

9mm backed up by a 380, sounds right to me.

 

[gkeil961]

If this is going to be your "primary" weapon, then i would choose the springfield, solely because i believe that you should choose the highest caliber you can effectively shoot, and 9mm is a proven caliber (military, LE) .380 are nice as a BUG however i would not use it as a primary

Scratch both and go with a Glock 26 had to say it .....lol

 

[jrtyson72]

Well you do need a backup gun...

I like this answer.

At first I chose the XD .45 but felt it was to big so I opted for Tauras PT145 .45 for compacity & plus I lIke .45, O've become pretty proficient at 7 to 15 yds, so that plus an extra mag, 21 rnds total. Plus my Kel-Tek p3at on my ankle w/extra mag gives me 13 rnds of .380. In short, I personally like capacity.

 

[Providence Ranch]

What did you do a fool thing like that for? Never sell guns or guitars. You'll always regret it.

 

[Cotillion]

What did you do a fool thing like that for? Never sell guns or guitars. You'll always regret it.

I've traded and sold to come up. I started with a kel tec pf9 and now I have 900 to split between a handgun and a shotgun. I just priced a mossberg 500 for 279 too which is exciting

 

[Phillip Gain]

That's pretty high for a Mossberg 500, unless it's all outfitted with tactical-plastical stuff. I bought mine used for $125 this year. (Admittedly that's a bit low, but you can find them under $200 all day long if you look around a bit.)

 

[B2Tall]

What did you do a fool thing like that for? Never sell guns or guitars. You'll always regret it.

I miss every gun and guitar that I've ever sold. Of course I used the proceeds to buy other nice stuff....

Anyway, go with the XD if that's gonna be your only pistol.

 

[Treo]

I recently sold off all my handguns in an effort to consolidate down to 1 handgun, 1 rifle and 1 shotgun. I was pretty set on getting a Springfield xd sub 9mm, but as I was shopping today there it was, my dream gun. The Sig p238. Silly dream gun I know but its one of those guns I really wanted but refused to pay almost 600 bucks for a .380. Well its on sale until the 11th for 499 including the lazer! I really can't afford both and never will.

So if you had a choice between the Springfield xd sub compact or the Sig p238 as your ONLY handgun, which route would you choose and why? The lazer included is awesome, I love that on a carry pistol, but then again it adds bulk to a gun that's supposed to be hidden. The xd has a 13 round capacity which is what I was looking for.

IMO it's foolish to limit yourself to 1 handgun

 

[Cotillion]

That's pretty high for a Mossberg 500, unless it's all outfitted with tactical-plastical stuff. I bought mine used for $125 this year. (Admittedly that's a bit low, but you can find them under $200 all day long if you look around a bit.)

That was the pursuader ( sp ) model and the cheapest I've seen for mossbergs. The only option I've found under 275 is the new England pardner knock off.

 

[Cotillion]

It's a limit for a year minimum. If I don't ill never be able to squeeze an AR into the mix

 

[wizard]

Sounds like a good deal on the Sig, with the right ammo it would make an O.K. EDC. I think the 238 is a fine handgun. They shoot well and are very concealable. The Springfield is good also, just a bit bulky for a sub compact 9mm, IMO. The price for the Mossberg is fair, as I would assume it is new. good luck with your decision.

 

[unclewayne17]

Go with your dreams, you said it.

 

[roguesam]

Hunting luckily expands my needs re: calibers/actions!

 

[rogerw]

I would go with the springfield. The p238 is single action gun. You lay not have time to pull the hammer back. Or you could walk around with the hammer back and the
safety on.

 

[Phillip Gain]

That was the pursuader ( sp ) model and the cheapest I've seen for mossbergs. The only option I've found under 275 is the new England pardner knock off.

Go here:

Yankee Artifacts

Their stock is a little low right now, but there's ONE with a 29" barrel for $159.

Or check here:

http://www.gunsamerica.com/Search/C...=&dn=&ns=0&zipcode=&distance=0&limittostate=&

There's a Mossberg 500A (almost exactly like mine) with an 18" barrel for $175. And there's a "tactical plastical" one for sale for $189.

 

[ironmike86]

Only one gun.I would pick the Xd sub 9mm. More rounds it is bigger. Good for carry and home. But since you are getting a shotty the 380 would be good for carry. So it is a hard choice the Sig p238 is sweet. I have a G23 and Colt Mustang. Similar sizes. I will carry the G23 more than the Mustang. I like to have round could. The Sigs may go down in price when the Mustangs come out again. Or the Mustangs maybe cheaper?? Hard choice.