Carry Options for Women

ADRidge's Girl

Hey guys,

I got my CHL earlier this year, and am finally starting to look into carry options a bit more seriously.

Drew had taken me to the gun range some months back to shop around, and I loved the Kimber solo (of course) and also liked the Karh PM9, was wondering if anyone out there could suggest any other small carry pistols in 9mm to try out before I make a decision? I know the Kimber is on long wait list most everywhere - but that would be my preferred option. I'm sure the wait list is about the same anywhere, but if you know of anyplace where it's a bit shorter, send my way.

Also, if any of your wives/girlfriends have preferred methods for carry, would love to hear. I have been looking into the Flashbang and Marylin holsters from flashbang.com, but might also try something on the hip. Any helpful advice would be most awesome!

U T

How about a Kahr CM9, a cheaper similar version of the PM9. Then with the money you'd save, you could get a Kel tec 9mm too? I hear they are nice, but have only held one.http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/21_150/products_id/411535235

U T

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SirGeorgeKillian

Hey! Glad to see you posted this here too! Here is a great review from a girl. I can tell you I carry a similar holster with my Springfield Ultra Compact V10, and it is a winning combo. I would also take a look at one of them too, just for the sake of keeping your options open. My wife likes the 1911 in .45acp much more than the .380 I bought her.

Here is the review, also, if you look at some of her other videos, you will see many many great options for the wommens.

LMLarsen

The Wife has a Smith & Wesson M&P9 Compact (that she liberated from me!), and often takes it with her to horse shows. Her Virginia permit is honored by pretty much all our surrounding states where she competes (except Maryland, but she only has one show there).


She uses a Galco fanny pack holster that fits in perfectly with all the other bags and gear in the truck.

DoctorWho

Again. there are many female Law Enforcement Officers that can aid any female CCW holder as far as holster choices.

Jeeper

If you ike 1911style pistols, don't overlook Springfield armory's EMP. Personally, I would choose that over the Kimber Solo.

Luis

JasonMPD

If you carry a purse, the world is your oyster. Get a Glock 19. If not the purse type, the one's you mentioned are nice. A compact 1911 is probably well-suited for your needs--or possibly the new S&W Shield. I held one of those a couple days ago--very nice. And you would be surprised what a good IWB holster can hide!

breamfisher

One caution about off-body carry (purses and etc.): if you put down the carry device, you've just put down your firearm.

SirGeorgeKillian

Also, with a purse, a snatch and grab becomes a big problem.

Linefinder

I carry a PM9, so don't get one. If you do, these guys are going to start telling me I'm packing a woman's gun. They already tell me that about my .270.

Mike

JasonMPD

SirGeorgeKillian wrote: »

Also, with a purse, a snatch and grab becomes a big problem.

Or fanny pack it.

knitepoet

Linefinder wrote: »

I carry a PM9, so don't get one. If you do, these guys are going to start telling me I'm packing a woman's gun. They already tell me that about my .270.

Mike

Mike, a PM9 is what I bought for my wife to carry, so I can already say you're carrying a woman's gun.

They're nice, small, accurate & reliable pistols. Since I have 1st hand knowledge of them, it would be my choice for a small 9mm.

SirGeorgeKillian

Sarah, if you get the PM9 also avoid shooting it over buckets of...... Well, we would let you bring that one up! :jester:

Gene L

Kahr PM 9. Great pistol, and well made. It's a little strong in the slide at first, but eases up after a couple of hundred rounds. Just make sure you can rack the slide before you buy.

mythaeus

Jeeper wrote: »

If you ike 1911style pistols, don't overlook Springfield armory's EMP. Personally, I would choose that over the Kimber Solo.

Luis

REDDEVIL wrote: »

:agree:

I personally haven't owned an EMP but have witnessed consistent failure in one. I've seen enough anecdotal reports of the EMP failures when I was VERY interested in getting one that I decided against it. Most of all, its price hovers around the $1000 mark, which seems rather steep compared to something like a Colt Defender 9mm.

JasonMPD wrote: »

If you carry a purse, the world is your oyster. Get a Glock 19. If not the purse type, the one's you mentioned are nice. A compact 1911 is probably well-suited for your needs--or possibly the new S&W Shield. I held one of those a couple days ago--very nice. And you would be surprised what a good IWB holster can hide!

Don't arm the purse snatcher! :tooth:

Sarah, the PM9 is good gun with a solid reputation. My wife has an MK9, which is the all-metal (heavier) version of the PM9 and really like it! She's really good with it. The only thing is that it doesn't shoot steel case (cheaper) ammo reliably. The Solo is relatively new to the market and there have been quite a few reports of issues (again, anecdotal). Personal, I never recommend or purchase a gun that is new to market for carry. Too much risks.

Al

temmi

My D-I-L (who is also a Houston Cop) carries a Walther PPS in .40 S&W.

It is a very nice carry HG.

So nice I am going to get one.

Buffco

Linefinder wrote: »

I carry a PM9, so don't get one. If you do, these guys are going to start telling me I'm packing a woman's gun. They already tell me that about my .270.

Mike

Me and you know the truth, brother. Those other guys are compensating for some lack...

Buffco

I carry my women like a six-pack.. Dunno how you guys do it.

NCFUBAR

Buffco wrote: »

I carry my women like a six-pack.. Dunno how you guys do it.

That could almost be a real "Shocker" ... :devil:

DoctorWho

Buffco wrote: »

I carry my women like a six-pack.. Dunno how you guys do it.

Then you wake up as your wife reminds you to take out the garbage.... :jester:

Jayhawker

mythaeus wrote: »

Don't arm the purse snatcher! :tooth:

Al

Not as much of a chuckle as you intend. Some years ago, a close friend of mine carried her carry gun in her purse despite being advised repeatedly of the risks involved. The purse was grabbed by a couple of adolescents as she was leaving the mall.. Knowing what was in the purse she refused to let go and as a result was badly beaten by the pair and still lost her handgun. Visiting her in the hospital, she relayed that the fact that she had armed these guys hurt worse than the beating...and assured me she would never carry in that manner again.

Linefinder

knitepoet wrote: »

Mike, a PM9 is what I bought for my wife to carry, so I can already say you're carrying a woman's gun.

Whoa....that left a mark!:tooth:

Mike

knitepoet

Linefinder wrote: »

Whoa....that left a mark!:tooth:

Mike

The truth hurts my friend :beer:

Buford

Really:roll:

Jayhawker

Buford wrote: »

Really:roll:

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Your one word replies can be confusing at times...

Buffco

Jayhawker wrote: »

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Your one word replies can be confusing at times...

Really?

jbp-ohio

Jayhawker wrote: »

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Your one word replies can be confusing at times...

I got it. All about bad timing.....

jbp-ohio

Women have tons of vest options they can wear to better conceal a CCW that don't scream, ''I have a gun!''




Unlike men......

mythaeus

Jayhawker wrote: »

Not as much of a chuckle as you intend. Some years ago, a close friend of mine carried her carry gun in her purse despite being advised repeatedly of the risks involved. The purse was grabbed by a couple of adolescents as she was leaving the mall.. Knowing what was in the purse she refused to let go and as a result was badly beaten by the pair and still lost her handgun. Visiting her in the hospital, she relayed that the fact that she had armed these guys hurt worse than the beating...and assured me she would never carry in that manner again.

Wow, that's definitely a lesson for everyone! I tell people "don't arm the purse snatchers" all the time, but haven't had anecdotes to share. I'll be using this one for sure.

Al

DoctorWho

"Women have tons of vest options they can wear to better conceal a CCW that don't scream, ''I have a gun!''"

No, it is merely the perception that women do not carry firearms.... that is what screams "I don't have a gun" a good thing, the last thing to pass through that criminals mind before the bullet.....