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scref wrote:I have not shot any of them yet. I am trying to narrow my list down before I shot them. I would rather not have a list of 6+ guns to arrange to test shoot.

Getting a long list of guns when considering an EDC is pretty hard to avoid. However, you should be able to rule out many of them by simply handling them at the store or a gun show. Consider the weight, but know that they will be heavier when loaded. Look at the profile from the behind the hammer/striker and think about how thick it is. Look at the styling, many manufacturers are working to smooth the lines so that any bulges that are produced are round bulges instead of sharp corners. Grip it in your hand to see how it feels.

But, also remember, that no matter how big the gun (within reason), it can be concealed. A larger gun will likely require you to change how you dress, but you will conceal it. People don't notice bulges as much as it seems like they might ... they don't really notice them at all.

I can conceal my SR9c in 95% of what I wear. The only time I need my PF9 is if I am wearing a tighter t-shirt or trying to tuck in with dress slacks.

Nothing is going to beat the mini/micro 9's (PT709, PF9, LC9, PM9, etc) for concealability. But there are a few double stack options that are thinner/smaller than the XD9 if you still want a higher round count.

I carry the Ruger SR9c. It is one of the thinnest double stack 9's out there. But I also carry a PF9 when I need something a little smaller for concealment.