Gimme something I can grab on to! Full grip vs Short..

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Wethepeople01

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Hey everybody! I thought this would be a fun and informative thread. It's about grip size. I recently decided to only carry those handguns that allow for a three finger grip. I'm fine with a two finger grip on the range. But, from experience - the range is not the street. When the time comes, I want to have a firm - unchanging purchase on my carry weapon. I carry a Springfield XDS 9mm (8+1 extended) which is just long enough for a three finger grip. However, I'm interested in a double stack .40 or .45 for fall/winter that fills the hand without being too tall in overall height. My Glock 22 for example is 5.5" tall and a little too big for civilian concealed carry. I would love to hear your recommendations on a compact vs subcompact? Thanks!!!
 
My PT 111 G2 gives me just enough room for a 3 finger grip with nothing extra sticking out ( I wear XL gloves). It can be had in .40 (PT 140 G2), as well. The 140 holds 10+1, and it is just slightly larger than the S&W Shield. I have been very happy with it, and it has been my EDC for about a year and a half now.
 
This was one thing I noticed the second I picked up my new P-01. Every bit of bulk from the grip is gone but there is just enough grip to perfectly fill your hand with no fingers hanging off. The P-01 is a 9mm but they do make a .40 called the P-06. If hammer fired guns are your thing.
 
Glock 19. BTW, I often carry a G21 concealed under an untucked shirt. I'm 5'8" with an average stocky build.
 
Wethepeople01: said:
However, I'm interested in a double stack .40 or .45 for fall/winter that fills the hand without being too tall in overall height.
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I'd go with an HK USP Compact, I'd prefer this in .45ACP myself, but you can get it in .40S&W if you like, and I'd want the Light LEM trigger variant:D
 
Hard to beat the Glock 23 for a winter compact. I like .45 so I go Glock 30S for non 9mm, non 1911. I use the 9 round mags with a pearce +0 baseplate. Very comfy.

I suppose you could stick with the XDS or go Shield, but those little single stacks are too thin for my preference.
 
Try Beretta PX4 sub compact .
Some pistols like the Ruger have a magazine available that is longer and much better for me .
Kahr PM pistols have too short a grip but the P is ok. Try them !
 
I think I am strange in that regard in that I prefer my pinkie be below the magazine if given the choice. The good news is the new crop of ultra-small firearms gives me a lot of choices
 
I like a full grip too.
I've been carrying a Glock 21 appendix IWB, was carrying a 19/23 before that.

My Glock 22 for example is 5.5" tall and a little too big for civilian concealed carry
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The Glock 22 is about the same height as a regular 1911, many people conceal carry 1911's.
 
This was one thing I noticed the second I picked up my new P-01. Every bit of bulk from the grip is gone but there is just enough grip to perfectly fill your hand with no fingers hanging off. The P-01 is a 9mm but they do make a .40 called the P-06. If hammer fired guns are your thing.
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Good choice! I like the PCR because I don't need the rail, but the P-01 is a very close second for me.
 
Like labhoud suggested the Glock 23 sounds like a no brainer if you already have a Glock 22 and like shooting it. For .45 look at the Glock 30 series.

If you want to try DA/SA take a look at the HK P2000 for .40.
 
I have a Glock 26 and a 19. The 26 has the factory +2 extensions. I still prefer shooting the 19 but the 26 with the extensions is pretty comfortable.


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Of course we all want the extra real estate when firing. The sole reason that shorter grips even exist is for concealment. 3 finger grip guns don't carry well in a pocket or on an ankle. I need at least one of each of previously described sized pistols in my stable.
 
I carry a 26 with a 15 round G19 mag. For me that combination is about as perfect as it can get. The boot works very well and is comfortable.
I think you could do this with a Glock 45
 

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I too am annoyed with my pinky floating in space, but honestly I put up with it for ccw. Quite a few days I will throw on a duty sized pistol on the belt and wear a long shirt untucked over the pistol. Thats not really "concealed," but I don't really care as im in an OC state. I dont like OC per se, but it does mean i dont stress over printing. If I do care, a Sig P290 is the go to.
 
I, too, prefer a full grip. Generally, I don't even like extensions that attach to the magazine. If weather and wardrobe permit, dagnabbit, I want a full grip and I want the whole thing to be part of the frame. It was one of the factors that steered me towards the G19 over some of its competitors.

That said, I will carry a pinky-dangler in my pocket when it's just too hot to wear a cover garment.

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. . . . However, I'm interested in a double stack .40 or .45 for fall/winter that fills the hand without being too tall in overall height. My Glock 22 for example is 5.5" tall and a little too big for civilian concealed carry. I would love to hear your recommendations on a compact vs subcompact?
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Take a look at the G23.
 
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