What's The Most Popular Concealed Carry Handgun on USA Carry

[wizard]

Can you add the Sig 938 and the Beretta Nano?

 

[cluznar]

Many people seem to use the mini-guns which is fine, but I like a compact SR9c for IWB then if I want maybe a pocket gun also. I like something substantial in my hands if possible.

:triniti:

 

[RRusso]

Ruger SR9 with Crossbreed Super tuck Deluxe

 

[Fla Catman]

Glad to see the S&W Bodyguard 380 w/laser was not on the list! Wife just bought one on the basis of size and grip but it has been back for warranty service longer than she has had it for use. The InSight laser is held in with a single set screw. If that backs out, there is no chambering another round. So much for self defense reliability!!!

 

[psbiker]

Alternate carry is my Ruger LC9

 

[titon]

why no Diamondback 9mm? It's the best, by quite a large margin, actually

 

[SFC]

I carry my Springfield XD 9 Laser guided with Hi Cap Magazines of two on me and 4 more in Alice. My other gun is a Ruger Shoulder Holster GP 100 revolver 4" barrel. 357 Magnum with two speed loader on my harness and 3 more in Alice, this too will become laser guided once I scrape the $200 plus to purchase the grip laser.

One bit of information, if you have a semi auto and add the under the barrel laser you will need a custom holster made. I only use two brands leather holsters both right here is Phoenix, Arizona, are Galco and International Handgun Leather (IHL). Although I have tried many, Galco and IHL have always seem the best, especially their customer service and their products.

I have been known to carry a Walther PSS 9 in my date and appointment book with one extra magazine that does hold eight each magazine/ Besides who pays any attention to someone in a wheelchair? you know we are perfectly harmless

 

[praxus]

Glock 17 everyday in the colder months, Glock 19 when the weather heats up.

 

[mojoman]

Springfield XDm .45 4.5 in the winter and the Springfield XDs .45 in the summer.

 

[cjranucci]

Kimber Ultra Carry II Stainless and Ruger LC9. Don't see either on the list....

 

[CDMAGS]

I carry my RIA 1911 mostly but recently got a G19 I will start carrying that once in a while too, but very hard to part with my 1911...maybe I will just carry both.

 

[Weentastic]

This is a fantastic infographic, cool deal.

 

[cluznar]

My Bersa Thunder .380 and Thunder .32 are gaining my attention. They are made right to be a carry gun and are dependable. Not enough fire power you say? A round or two in center mass would make you feel different.

:dirol:

 

[mojoman]

I just pick up the XDs .45.

 

[One78Shovel]

My Bersa Thunder .380 and Thunder .32 are gaining my attention. They are made right to be a carry gun and are dependable. Not enough fire power you say? A round or two in center mass would make you feel different.

:dirol:

You betcha. I have ample choices in my stable for CCW, yet I find the Bersa Thunder 380 makes the trip with me more than any. It carries very well on cross country motorcycle trips or sitting at home watching TV. Carries easily in the pocket. Just perfect.

And if I put (2) of those Cor-Bon 95gr home defense rounds in the BG's forehead, game over.

-178S

 

[iakobos]

I carry a Keltec PF9.
It's easy to carry.
It's dependable.
It's not easy to learn how to shoot proficiently. The biggest challenge is learning how to grip the gun for making followup shots which has taken a lot of practice, and trial and error in order to become proficient with it.

 

[wigman]

I carry a flame thrower disguised in a Starbuck back pack...don't see that option.

 

[torontogunguy]

So I'm curious, what's the most popular concealed carry handgun amongst members here on USA Carry. I'm starting this poll off with guns I personally carry. Just post the gun(s) you carry and I'll add them to the list for you to vote for. Let's see what we can get going!

Boy, this is a tough one for me. Here are my choices in no particular order:
Glock 36 (I like it being about the smallest I can legally transport across border to Canada and Carry stateside)
Glock 30
Glock 30SF
Glock 32 (I like the .357Sig for its ability to smack thru glass and sheet metal, use Gold Dots to prevent overpenetration)
Kimber PRO series (have several)
Sig C3 officer size 1911 modified for 105mm barrel for Canada legal
Sig Compact Carry 1911 (Canada legal)
HK USP Compact
Walther P99 (like the grip safety)
Glock 26 9mm (I tend to try and carry larger calibers as I am limited to ten round magazines anyway to be Canada legal)

I have several other semi-compact and full size handguns/revolvers but find they are too cumbersome for me to carry in warm weather. If I could carry during COOL weather with a jacket or in formal circumstances with a sport jacket I would probably carry full size in a shoulder rig (a QUALITY shoulder rig).

Let me be very clear about one thing: I am both Canadian AND American citizen. When ANYONE comes to Canada you need to know that there is NO CONCEALED CARRY despite any US permits (and I have several). If you wish to bring handguns or other restricted weapons (short barrel rifles, AR's, etc.) you need to register them IN ADVANCE and pay a short term, renewable registration/permit fee and send in the form which is available on the Canada Firearms Centre website. Or you can just get your Canadian RPAL and register your guns same as everyone else. TWO choices. No need to leave guns at home except that they must be CANADA LEGAL (generally, barrel over 105mm, magazines under 10 rounds on pistols, etc. See the CFC website for full details).

I tend to lean towards my Glocks these days as they are ultra reliable and sufficiently accurate. I used to be bothered by the fact that they had neither thumb safety nor grip safety. I have changed my feeling through the use of top quality holsters that protect the trigger and practise TWO HANDED reholstering always as that is when most ND's take place with Glocks... piece of shirt gets stuck in the trigger area, bang. I carried for almost two years without one in the chamber and then tried carrying around the house cocked and empty.... never a problem with a top quality holster, so I carry 'hot' now and it can make the difference between life and death. Take it from one who HAS BEEN in that position at least once.

I have to add one of my favorites! The HK P7M8 9mm. I would not use it for my EDC but it is a great gun. It is a squeeze cocker and an incredibly safe gun to carry in a pocket (I have deep pockets that are reinforced for casual EDC on my shorts). It carries 8 in the magazine and one in the chamber and I have no problem carrying hot in my pocket with no holster. SUPER safe and super accurate and reliable.

 

[filarks]

I have Ruger P95 9mm, and a Ruger LCP w/ crimson trace laser. I've taken the class & sent in for my chl. eagerly waiting.

 

[Wrencher218]

I like my full size 1911's.