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What is your favorite pocket pistol?

Posted By: skinnerback

What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/07/15 09:22 PM

I'm in the market for a new one. Just curious what everyone's favorite is. Go!
Posted By: Pointer

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/07/15 09:47 PM

I am old school. Not a pistol...but a revolver. LCRX. I think it weighs in at a little more than 13 ounces.
Posted By: skinnerback

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/07/15 10:00 PM

I favor revolvers myself. up
Posted By: Cast

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/07/15 10:03 PM

Bersa Thunder CC
Posted By: skinnerback

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/07/15 10:24 PM

Originally Posted By: Cast
Bersa Thunder CC


I've been looking at those. up
Posted By: Tactical Cowboy

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/07/15 10:45 PM

Originally Posted By: Pointer
I am old school. Not a pistol...but a revolver. LCRX. I think it weighs in at a little more than 13 ounces.


I REALLY like the 3"model. For a pistol, lc9.
Posted By: Weegs

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/07/15 10:53 PM

I really like my PM9 by Karr. Smallest 9mm I could find. Fits in the pocket of dress slacks. Works well in a Kangaroo Carry and I have IWB holster that will let me wear it with Gym Shorts.
Posted By: skinnerback

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/07/15 10:59 PM

Originally Posted By: Weegs
I really like my PM9 by Karr. Smallest 9mm I could find. Fits in the pocket of dress slacks. Works well in a Kangaroo Carry and I have IWB holster that will let me wear it with Gym Shorts.


I like the lc9, I have never looked at that PM9. Will check it out.
Posted By: BOBO the Clown

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/07/15 11:15 PM

TCP
Posted By: skinnerback

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/07/15 11:19 PM

Originally Posted By: BOBO the Clown
TCP


Been kinda looking at those too. up
Posted By: Shooter5645

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/07/15 11:48 PM

Ruger LCP.....2 yrs, never an issue....
Posted By: Wildhorse

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 12:01 AM

The TCPs are actually really good. I've shot three different examples with zero issues. The only negatives with the TCP are the lack of real sights and the sharp corners at the muzzle end of the slide which feel a little sharp if you pocket carry. Unlike the LCP and P3AT it also has a functioning slide lock. I'd get the stainless model and sand down the corner on the muzzle and call it good. If Taurus would make a model with real sights like Ruger did with the LCP it'd be the best .380 in the category because it has a way better trigger than similarly designed pistols.

I don't pocket carry much anymore but if I did I'd probably get a TCP. They are cheap and reliable and they get the job done.

Posted By: WBYHunter

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 01:24 AM

Seecamp
Posted By: Beckett

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 02:00 AM

Hammerless 38 revolver. Taurus or Smith & Wesson. Goes in and out of front pocket easily!
Posted By: Murphscout

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 02:51 AM

Have Kimber Solo with Desantis pocket holster. Cant see it. Light. Works well
Posted By: 5 Stand Dan

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 05:03 AM

S&W J frame
Posted By: skinnerback

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 05:06 AM

Originally Posted By: 5 Stand Dan
S&W J frame


I've never shot one, but like what I see. up
Posted By: okstatefan

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 05:25 AM

Sig P238 in an Alabama holster
Posted By: RH422

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 11:48 AM

Ruger LC9S (in a Desantis), had carried the LC9 but the S version is a dramatically better trigger pull.
Posted By: Ranch Dog

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 01:31 PM

I looked at and shot the 3AT, LCP, & TCP. The TCP won out because of the slide lock and the last round slide lock. Both tactical advantages I would want in any pistol regardless of size.
Posted By: Cast

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 01:44 PM

Originally Posted By: skinnerback
Originally Posted By: Cast
Bersa Thunder CC


I've been looking at those. up


They now have Bersa Thunder PLUS. The same gun with polymer lower and double stack mag. I'm upgrading when I find one.
Posted By: ralph

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 01:47 PM

Love my LC9. No malfunctions. Accurate. Just had to learn the trigger pull. LC9S should be just as reliable but with advantage of better trigger.
Posted By: Cast

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 01:50 PM

I got my P3AT customized and ported. It's real smooth now and cycles well, a real shooter. But the Bersa Thunder CC is much more accurate and also a shooter. It's amazing how much better my Walther 380 shoots but I don't consider that gun a throw down weapon. Wouldn't want to hand a fine gun like that to the man.
Posted By: QuitShootinYoungBucks

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 02:23 PM

Isn't the LC9 a bit large for the pocket?
Posted By: okstatefan

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 06:23 PM

Originally Posted By: Cast
... but I don't consider that gun a throw down weapon. Wouldn't want to hand a fine gun like that to the man.


I carry a rather expensive Sig p938 everyday everywhere. I've thought about having to turn it in. However, I've also thought that if that pistol saves my life once, it will be worth the $700; regardless of where it ends up afterward.
Posted By: charlesb

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 06:29 PM

So where do they get the right to confiscate your firearm if you defend yourself with it?

Self-defense is a lawful activity, let us not forget.
Posted By: ralph

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 07:01 PM

Not much bigger than the LCP. In my experience, the LC9 will fit in a pocket holster in front pocket of my jeans/shorts and won't print. Fits better than J-frame with exposed hammer.
Posted By: skinnerback

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 08:17 PM

Originally Posted By: QuitShootinYoungBucks
Isn't the LC9 a bit large for the pocket?


I was looking at one this morning, I thought it looked a little big for pocket carry.
Posted By: Rembrandt

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 08:39 PM

Boberg XR9S.....
Posted By: ralph

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 10:45 PM

Originally Posted By: skinnerback
Originally Posted By: QuitShootinYoungBucks
Isn't the LC9 a bit large for the pocket?


I was looking at one this morning, I thought it looked a little big for pocket carry.


I also use a 9 round extended mag. That's 10 rounds of 9mm in my pocket with no problems.
Posted By: skinnerback

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 11:27 PM

Originally Posted By: ralph
Originally Posted By: skinnerback
Originally Posted By: QuitShootinYoungBucks
Isn't the LC9 a bit large for the pocket?


I was looking at one this morning, I thought it looked a little big for pocket carry.


I also use a 9 round extended mag. That's 10 rounds of 9mm in my pocket with no problems.


Do you use a pocket holster too?
Posted By: janie

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/08/15 11:49 PM

Colt Mustang pocket-lite stainless. The more I shoot and carry this the more I like it. Perfect summer time carry piece.
Posted By: Loaded

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/09/15 12:06 AM

My go to for pocket carry is my S&W M&P340 .357. With boot grips and it being so light you hardly notice you're carrying. Recoil is downright brutal with full house .357, but at 13 oz unloaded it's to be expected and I do practice with the hot stuff occasionally to make sure I can control it and make decent follow up shots.
Posted By: ralph

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/09/15 12:29 AM

Originally Posted By: skinnerback
Originally Posted By: ralph
Originally Posted By: skinnerback
Originally Posted By: QuitShootinYoungBucks
Isn't the LC9 a bit large for the pocket?


I was looking at one this morning, I thought it looked a little big for pocket carry.


I also use a 9 round extended mag. That's 10 rounds of 9mm in my pocket with no problems.


Do you use a pocket holster too?


Yes, just a cheap Uncle Mike- actually sized for a J frame revolver. I don't carry very often but when I do the LC9 is not a problem.
Posted By: skinnerback

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/09/15 12:47 AM

Originally Posted By: janie
Colt Mustang pocket-lite stainless. The more I shoot and carry this the more I like it. Perfect summer time carry piece.


Janie I just checked that gun out for the first time, I want one.
Posted By: janie

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/09/15 01:03 AM

Originally Posted By: skinnerback
Originally Posted By: janie
Colt Mustang pocket-lite stainless. The more I shoot and carry this the more I like it. Perfect summer time carry piece.


Janie I just checked that gun out for the first time, I want one.



Wish you were closer. Would gladly let you borrow mine and put it thru the paces.
Posted By: skinnerback

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/09/15 01:59 AM

Originally Posted By: janie
Originally Posted By: skinnerback
Originally Posted By: janie
Colt Mustang pocket-lite stainless. The more I shoot and carry this the more I like it. Perfect summer time carry piece.


Janie I just checked that gun out for the first time, I want one.



Wish you were closer. Would gladly let you borrow mine and put it thru the paces.


Thank you ma'am. smile I'm thinking I'm gonna get one. Will sleep on it though. bang
Posted By: Bear Charge

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/09/15 02:33 AM

Originally Posted By: 5 Stand Dan
S&W J frame


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Posted By: skinnerback

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/09/15 03:05 AM

Originally Posted By: Bear Charge
Originally Posted By: 5 Stand Dan
S&W J frame


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I've been looking at them hard. I love revolvers. I'm torn between the J Frame and the Colt Mustang pocket lite.
Posted By: Loaded

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/09/15 11:47 PM

Originally Posted By: skinnerback
Originally Posted By: Bear Charge
Originally Posted By: 5 Stand Dan
S&W J frame


This


I've been looking at them hard. I love revolvers. I'm torn between the J Frame and the Colt Mustang pocket lite.


I am a Colt and 1911 fan so I was looking at the Mustangs, but I didn't like the sights. They are small and hard to see I prefer the Sig P238 and P938 sights.

I do like the J frames. I originally had a 642 Pro and now the M&P 340. My only gripe with them is that the triggers are extremely heavy (14 lbs and 13 lbs on my two from the factory). They are surprisingly accurate with some practice and great to carry.
Posted By: Chunky Dunk

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/10/15 03:27 PM

you know my vote for auto pistol. Revolvers are interesting, the ultra light weight hammerless are my next addition I think. Unless you buy one and I don't like it of course. grin
Posted By: HuntingTexas

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/10/15 09:42 PM

P938 SAS
Posted By: thorn4570

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/10/15 11:20 PM

Ruger lcp
Posted By: Jimbo

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/10/15 11:51 PM

KelTec P3AT which I've had for five years. It goes bang every time, and it's easy to forget even with light clothing. I've got it in my right front pocket in a soft pocket holster of course.
It's accurate enough and not meant to be a range gun, so by enough we are talking just a few feet.
Posted By: skinnerback

Re: What is your favorite pocket pistol? - 08/11/15 12:36 AM

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