Just one 9mm pistol opinions

Seems the glock 19 and sig sp-01 are leading candidates. I'm leaning toward the the 19 as well, with tru-glo sights and some trigger work. Before buying I will take a close look at the cz as well.
 
CZ 75 B SA.....with the trigger tuned for carry.

The guns are accurate, low recoil, reasonable weight, have good triggers and come ready to go....
 
Right now I'd have to put in a vote for the Walther PPQ. Mine is the M1/Classic version with the paddle magazine release. It's about the same size as a Glock 19 (which I also have). I find it easier to shoot accurately, more comfortable to grip and so far just as reliable as the Glock. The drawbacks I'm going to list in no way make me feel negative about this pistol, as for the most part it doesn't need anything but ammo, holster, and magazines.

There are some downsides to the Walther: spare magazines aren't as plentiful and cheap as they are for Glock (~$35-45 each, depending on source), holsters aren't necessarily off-the-shelf ready (but are available in my searching), aftermarket sights aren't as plentiful (biggest strike in my mind; I have a specific sight set-up I prefer, if you like 3-dot type sights this isn't an issue) and you don't have the plethora of random accessories, gadgets and gee-gaws that are available for Glock. (I didn't mention aftermarket trigger upgrades because frankly, the PPQ doesn't need them. Shoot one and you'll understand why the trigger tends to get glowing marks in reviews of these pistols.)

I'll report back when I have a few thousand rounds down range with my Walther, but right now it has a strong lead in the polls to displace my Glock 19.
 
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From what I currently own, I'd take my CZ P-09 MHS, which is currently at CZ Custom getting the same modifications done to smooth out and lighten it's trigger pull down to 6 1/2 pounds, the same as they did on my P07 DAO conversion.

But since the option is out there to be able to buy what ever I want, one of the new Urban Grey Suppressor-ready P-07's!
 
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There are many excellent choices. I would take some of that $1000 and rent a few different guns to see what you like. I like that you want absolute reliability, but unfortunately there is no guarantee of that, even with a Glock.:eek: Buy a quality handgun from a major manufacturer and enjoy the process.
 
Seems the glock 19 and sig sp-01 are leading candidates. I'm leaning toward the the 19 as well, with tru-glo sights and some trigger work. Before buying I will take a close look at the cz as well.
 
No surprise that the Glock 19 is the run away slam dunk favorite top choice so far as it is a great choice as a reliable all around pistol that packs 15 rounds and is very concealable for many/most and a top choice for many elite agencies now. If it works for you then it is a terrific choice. I have a Gen2 that I CCW often. As far as striker fired pistols the Walther PPQ IMO is terrific too and not that much, but noticeably, bigger that the Glock 19. The HK VP9 is another terrific choice that is a little larger than the PPQ. A lot could depend on how big a pistol you can comfortably conceal.

K_Mac makes an excellent point in it is best for you to try out what appeals to you and then go best with what works best for you.

I would hate to have to pick one pistol. I tend to favor hammer fired pistols so it would probably be the poly frame (for lighter CCW) my HK P30L or maybe HK my P30SK subcompact that can use either 10,13,or 15 round magazines.
 
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I tend to favor hammer fired pistols so it would probably be the poly frame (for lighter CCW) my HK P30L
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I hate to be this generic, but how do you like the P30L? CDNN keeps having them for $800 new and I keep resisting the urge.
 
I hate to be this generic, but how do you like the P30L? CDNN keeps having them for $800 new and I keep resisting the urge.
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STOP RESISTING! <insert LEO joke here>

Seriously though. The P30L is GREAT. It's what the P30 should be. It's proportions are nearly identical to the full size USP.

It's pretty much tied with the P2000 for my favorites. P2000 is favorite carry. P30L is favorite to shoot. :)



And back to OP's question... since carry is part of the requirements.... I suggest the HK P2000 - just be sure to get the FLAT base plates for the mags. It makes the gun carry much nicer than the pinky extension that comes as default.

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Two glock 19s. Or, one, with the rest of the budget spent in magazines, a couple of holsters, new sights if that's your thing, and a ton of ammo.
 
I hate to be this generic, but how do you like the P30L? CDNN keeps having them for $800 new and I keep resisting the urge.
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Obviously I like it a lot. I believe you have had P30 before? If so you know the trigger has a long reset but that is not an issue for me. Other than reset the trigger is very sweet. SA was always really nice and with the change to the 10LB hammer spring and light FPBS the DA is really sweet too - about 8.5LBs.

Grip with large all around fits me perfectly. Shoots great in my hands. I like it so much I recently bought a P30SK also, primarily for CCW with P2000/USP-C 9MM 13 round magazine and X-Grip adapter, and am very enamored with it too. Was not sure if I would like LEM but so far so good.
 
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