mez1st wrote:Compact .40 options
by mez1st on Sun Nov 30, 2008 6:58 pm
I am in the market for a compact pistol in anticipation of my CHL arriving. I have a Taurus 24/7 pro 9mm, but feel it is a little large to conceal. I am happy with it and becoming quite proficient with it. I have been told .40 is better choice for protection i.e. more stopping power than 9mm. I do not want to start another 9 vs. .40 debate. Just need some advice on which compact is reliable and easy to conceal. Also, looking to keep the cost below $ 600.
I carry a glock 23 with speer gold dots, 13+1 in a crossbreed supertuck at 4 o'clock and a spare mag in a pocket holster 12-16 hours a day. It's comfortable and I can tuck my shirt on Sundays at church and nobody knows the wiser, even while ushering.
I have 2500 flawless rounds through it, from winchester white box, blazers, UMC, Speer Gold Dots, Federal hydrashocks without a single hickup.
If you shop around you should be able to get a glock 23 and quality leather for $500-$550. I saw a new in box 23 at the gun show this weekend for $469.
