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atxtj wrote:I actually have a PM9, and I think it's a great little gun, especially when paired with a CB Minituck. The wife hasn't shot it yet, but maybe we'll make a range trip this weekend.

maverick2076 wrote:
Champion lists the CM9 for $375 and the CW9 for $397. I'm not sure about Independence, since they still don't have a website up and running for firearms.

Bud's lists them for $399 and $369, respectively.

Divided Attention wrote:If she can at all hook up with some like minded ladies and learn that way - less pressure - without you looking over her shoulder, I can't suggest that enough. Nothing personal against hubbies, boyfriends etc. but many women are a bit intimidated by handguns and we deal with issues that you guys don't.

I do not get to brag on my hubby (Middle Age Russ) enough about my journey to CHL. I grew up shooting primarily revolvers, but knew I needed to qualify with a SA. He took me to a local gun shop with a large selection and quietly ansered any of my questions unoppinionated. Bless him and the counter man that stood there with me for over an hour while I held, racked slides and dry fired everything from .380 to 45 in compact sizes. I narrowed it down to 3, and chose from that just because it felt right. Smaller is not always better as some gun salesmen would like to point females. If she can try some out, all the better! If hubby had said "you need to get this, or choose between these" my hard headed self would have likely hated it or fought it regardless if it were the perfect gun.

I now have 2 semi-auto primary carry sidearms and a 38 revolver snubby as well that I rotate through depending upon where I am going and what I am wearing.

I feel everyone regardless of gender should choose their own side arm. Everyone is different, with different hand structure and different tolerance for recoil. Like a pair of shoes - they are very personal, and typically my life doesn't depend on my shoe choice.

JMPHO - wish you the best - enjoy your new shooting buddy! Glad she was alert enough to get away and was not hurt.

Remember, if she would prefer a fun color you can always ceracoat what she gets Oh yeah, you did ask for suggestions. My first "choice" was an M&P 9C, my backup and alternate is my Sig P238. I held a Sheild this past weekend, and like the feel of the Kahr PM9, XD 9mm compact, and Beretta Nano, but have not shot them personally. again YMMV

maverick2076 wrote:

C-dub wrote:I've been eyeing that little Kahr CM9. I think I've seen them at a couple of gun shows for around $450-$470.

I was going to suggest a Kahr CW9. The grip is a little longer and you get one more round. The slide is pretty easy to manipulate as well. You should be able to easily find it or the CM9 for at or under $400 new. Check online, or locally at Champion in CS or Independence in Brenham.