Same here ....
I'm 5' 9' ... give or take an inch (( BUT... my feet reach tha' ground !)) I weigh 200-210 ... BUT... I'm BIG BONED !
Irish/Scottsman ... Blame my ancestors ... 
I.. stick to the DAOs.... No hammers, levers, buttons or things to poke ya' !
Wear a good holster, and carry it on a good, thick belt !
Buy tha' XD .40/.45 or get a Kahr CW .40/.45.
Mac