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mr surveyor wrote:for a sub-compact - Kahr PM9, CM9, MK9, CW9.......

the ultimate smoothest DA trigger on the market (cam action), accurate, well balanced (low bore axis due to offset feed ramp), reliable, and very easy to carry.

I fought the urge to even consider a Kahr for many years until I traded for a CW9 a couple of years ago. No looking back!

G26TR wrote:My absolute favorite sub/micro compact is the Kahr PM9. Next, if wanting even smaller, definitely the Kahr P380 - but break-in and ammo choice are picky for this last one! I'm definitely a hard core Kahr fan and follower.

I have to qualify a prior response. As previously stated, I own and would recommend the LC9 -- but for me price was certainly a consideration and I have other carry guns chambered in 9mm. Since cost is not a concern for you, I would reiterate the others suggesting that you check out the Kahr PM9.

While smaller than 9mm, I recently picked up a P380 as a BUG. In response to G26TR comments (and I've read similar statements elsewhere), I have had no issues with the break-in period/ammo selection so far. Only one outing to the range yet, but it has 175 rounds flawlessly through it. I'm quickly becoming a hard core "Kahr fan and follower," too.

wgoforth wrote:I would NOT suggest removing the mag disconnect. In the event of any type of accident,even if it had nothing to do with the mag disconnect removal, you could set yourself up for liability.

I appreciate the advice. This was a concern, but wasn't sure of the likelihood that the modification would factor in.

texaspirate wrote:Im looking for a carry that is not so large and I am torn... I like the Sig P238 because its a sig thats it... but its just a 38... I can get the Ruger LC9 or Kel Tec PF9 in 9 MM..

Price is not the issue for me... Consistency, no FTF when it counts and Accuracy, Stopping power weighing....

I have a Ruger LC9, like it, and would recommend it. It's criticisms are true: It has a long trigger pull and a thumb safety. If you train on them, these can be thoroughly minimized. But it comes down to a personal preference... I don't mind the long pull a small carry gun and having the thumb safety was actually a plus for me. Mine has over six hundred rounds down range and not a single issue. I've read of removing the magazine-disconnect safety and thought that it may make sense, but I've not done so.

I would put it a slightly-larger-than-pocket-gun category. This may make a big difference to you if you're looking for a true pocket gun. For me, the more important consideration was the 9 mm cartridge, versus the .380. Price was a major factor in my decision, but the Ruger did win out above the Kel Tec.

All that being said, if you're partial to them already, the Sig might be the best gun of the lot... especially if that means you'll carry the .380 more than the 9mm'ers.

[Edited to fix grammar.]