Carl the Floor Walker
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While I don't have experience shooting the LC9s, I will say it is the one and only single stack 9mm that I would spend money on. Wait... it's one of two single stack 9's I'd spend money on, the other being the Sig P938.
The LC9 is such a thin pistol, it's actually thinner than a Glock 43 and many other single stack 9's, so it will feel easier to carry. Also, as other's have mentioned it's able to take 9 rd extended magazines that also increase the grip length.
To me, if you're going to carry a small pistol like the LC9 or LCP or whatever and you're going to carry a spare magazine, you would be best served getting something that is over standard mag capacities and can increase the grip and make shooting easier.
The Glock 43 doesn't share such a feature, among many other single stack pistols, and that's why I think the LC9 isn't just a good choice, it's one of the best choices one can make for a single stack.
Personally, I prefer subcompact pistols like the Glock 26 because they're equally as small, just thicker and a bit heavier, but they hold more ammo.
Is capacity everything in a pistol? No, but when you need and don't have it, you're in trouble.
Obviously a personal preference. I would much prefer the slimmer grip, so really is a mute point. And I feel more than competent with the results when shooting the gun. Especially with fast shooting. For the reasons you choose the Glock size are the reasons I choose to not want a Glock.
For CCW have the LC9S has plenty of fire power. Unless of course you see yourself in a LA style shoot out. I guess if you feel the need carry a number of mags strapped to your belt then that is up to you. I doubt nor Have I seen any real world satistics that show that you will be reloading in a fire fight. Most assaults are over quickly with not even full mag shot through.
What other single stack would I be interested in? Actually plan on getting one soon, is the Kahr CM9.
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