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Equipment & Gear => Guns and Ammo => Topic started by: Aaron bosley on August 02, 2013, 10:24:53 AM
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I am looking into a new gun to Conceal. But can't Decide what I should get the sig p238 m&p Shield in a 9 or the ruger lcr in 357. What do you guys thing
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Don't know much about the shield but have the LCR 38 and like it but it got replaced with the xds in 9 and 45 that I just got and love them.
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If I had the money for a Sig there would be no question.
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I love revolvers for their ease of use and and easy conceal-ability with a powerful round to back it up, but reloading becomes a serious issue and how to carry extra rounds. Things to consider I myself carry a subcompact .45 dao pistol with the low round count I would trade it for a .357 snubbie any day of the week.
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There is a 9mm Shield that just got posted in the classifieds.......There might also be a S&W .40 M&P......both great options.
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I carry the LC9. LOVE IT. Never know its there yet shoots awesome.
I also have the LCP in 380, its just alittle too small for my liking
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Good luck on finding a Shield. You'll probably have better luck finding the Loch Ness monster or Atlantis.
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Lowpriceguns in Bellevue had a shield9 the other day. I'm going there this after noon to pickup my m&p9c. Tough decision there. After holding both, I liked the c better for the interchangeability with FS mags.
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I wouldn't even look in the direction of a S&W Auto, let alone carry one. Hands down the Sig over the Ruger. To each their own. You can't go wrong with the Ruger or the Sig.
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You really need to shoot them yourself. I have 9 shield and I wish I had shot other guns. It's okay. The trigger feels different than other 9s, maybe I just need to get used to it.
But it does conceal nice.
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Sig! I love my P938
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I have the P238, LCP and LCR (.38) - all great choices. The P238 is the most fun to shoot, the LCr is the one I hope I am carrying if I ever need it.
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Sig P238 for my wife and A Ruger SR9C for me. I used the sig on a recent trip to Spokane and actually forgot it was on me! No failures on either one so far!
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Got the Shield 9 and have it loaded with Liberty Ammo.
Only thing that I needed to upgrade was the trigger. Added the Apex kit and now it shoots much better.
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Rudy
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Get the one that feels the most comfortable in your hand and you feel comfortable shooting. Even if it's a full size 1911. Worry about how you are gonna hide it later. I learned it's better to get the gun I feel the best with and dress around it. Even if it means having change up your wardrobe. Better to be confident with protecting your life than saving a few bucks on some new clothes.
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Sheild is an awesome conceal, but sure love my Sig 238 Blackwood for pocket carry!
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Arron
I'm in Arlington also, I have a bunch of handguns. If you want to go out and do some shooting let me know, I go out by Oso or up to Darrington depending on if it's durring the week or on the weekend. Up to Norpoint Shooting Range you can buy a range shoot $15 and do the lane gun rental another $15 (you have to buy their ammo) and shoot as many of the range gunsyou want. This gives you the option of actually shooting what ever gun you want before you go out and buy one.
Norpoint also has the lay-away program, 25% down and three months to pay it off. And they have a large sellection of handguns or can order you what ever you want.
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Another vote for an lc9 I have one and yes you don't even notice it's there feels great to me and shoots great have not had a single issue with it, may be something you want to consider
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Really any gun that feels good to you and that you will carry everyday.(weight wise) and you can shoot well will work fine.
I carry a S&w Sigma 9 mm auto. My pocket rocket is a .380 LCP by Ruger
There are a lot of threads on here about this topic.
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Thats what it boils down to, what you are comfortable with and will carry every day and not leave it home because it is to big or bulky or uncomfortable you don't want it sitting at home when you need it.
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Another vote for the LC9. I have the LCP also and neither have FTF ever. Made in the USA!
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Springfield XDS .45 :tup:
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The best one is the one that you practice with the most and are confident with. If you can, try a few out. If you can't, just handle a few and ask the person behind the counter if you can dry fire it.
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Don't rule out the Kimber Solo CDP/Laser in (9mm).....great shooting gun and really easy to conceal.
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Like one nationally ranked instructor said..concealed guns are not meant to be comfortable- they are meant to be CONFORTING. I personally carry a Sig 229/9mm in a kramer holster or a Sig 220 carry/.45 in a kramer holster. Both are great. Personal choice for a revolver is a Ruger SP101 2 1/4" .357 w/ a Hogue monogrip--very comfortable. My 2 cents worth.
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I've carried everything from a fullsize 1911 to a Keltec 380, My go to gun for over a year has been my ruger LC9, yes long trigger pull but if your in a defensive shooting that isn't gonna matter at the time in my opinion. I now own two since I bought a second one with the crimson trace for my wife. Although my new conceal carry is the springfield xds .45 :IBCOOL: very comfortable to carry and well its a .45 :chuckle:...My buddy has the shield in .40 and loves it I can only imagine the 9 version is just as nice! Probably my next purchase when the funds are ready!
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I love the Sig 238. It is an outstanding carry pistol. I prefer a strapless leather holster. If you get a holster that straps, be sure the strap does not disengage the safety throughout the day. Accurate, reliable. I always have a voice pager, or a radio on my belt, so when I am off duty, the 238 is about the same as carrying a Motorola Minitor.
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S&W 629
Sorry, that wasn't on your list.
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Glock 29SF 10MM for conceal
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G30 SF or Springfield XDs. 9's are for p******!
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Wonder why it edited Pansies. :dunno:
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I carry a Kimber ultra crimson carry. it conceals and carries better than the glock 30 I had. I like it a ton.
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We've got a sig p238 it's one of the nicest shooting pistols ive ever had. Out shoots my glock any day of the week! Plus it's a sweet looker! 8)
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I have two SIG P238s - love em.
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Wonder why it edited Pansies. :dunno:
Maybe you had too many S's?
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Sig p938. Almost same size as p238 but in 9mm. Sweet lookin rig too.
