Subcompact 9 struggle
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Cyanide971
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Sorry for all of the pictures, but until you can actually get to various LGS's to get a feel for things, this might help a little...
Walther P99C AS, Ruger SR9C, Glock 26 (no, I didn't own two each, but simply combined images with larger mags & grip extensions):
Taurus PT-111 G2 & Glock 26:
HK P2000SK, CZ 2075 RAMI, Steyr S9-A1, Ruger SR9C:
CZ 2075 RAMI & Walther P99C AS:
Steyr S9-A1 & Glock 26:
Good luck!
Walther P99C AS, Ruger SR9C, Glock 26 (no, I didn't own two each, but simply combined images with larger mags & grip extensions):
Taurus PT-111 G2 & Glock 26:
HK P2000SK, CZ 2075 RAMI, Steyr S9-A1, Ruger SR9C:
CZ 2075 RAMI & Walther P99C AS:
Steyr S9-A1 & Glock 26:
Good luck!
HistoryJunky
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Without looking at all the specifications, the Glock 26 looks to be the smallest. That is what I'm looking for. You always do very good comparisons Cyanide.
Cyanide971
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Thank you! My apologies I don't have any comparison pictures of my former Sig P250 Subcompact or Springfield XD9 Subcompact Mod 2.
I know it isn't anywhere near anyone's first choice, especially with the crap going on with earlier generation pistols, but I would not rule out the Taurus PT111 Gen 2.
The one I had didn't seem too terribly much larger than the M&P Shield, especially in the grip width. Mine didn't give me any issues and it was nice having 12 + 1 capacity in something that small that I could still get a full three finger grip on.
Since I don't currently have any subcompacts other than my PX4 SC, I will eventually get another RAMI. Just personal preference over Glock (along with others) and, the weight difference isn't any big deal to me with what I currently EDC.
These below are mine, as I couldn't add them in my original reply.
Here's a rough combination of photos I just put together from a site I found online, and a couple of other pictures comparing the Glock 26 to a RAMI, and also the 26 and an SR9C (not mine):
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I carried a Gen 3 G26 AIWB for over three years and it was a great gun. Added a 8lb. NY1 trigger spring since it was always pointed at my junk, and I liked the consistent trigger pull it gave. Once I put on some GT5000 grip tape I bought of Amazon, that thing fit GREAT in the hand, and was dead nuts accurate and reliable. I only got rid of it because my first love is steel CZ's, and I sold it to free up money for a CZ-75 Compact. I will probably buy another G26 down the line since I think so highly of it. 
SocialAnarchist
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My wife has a Taurus PT111 G2. It is a striker fired 9mm with a 12 round magazine. She shoots it very well, and honestly if I was looking for a 9mm CCW pistol I very well might buy one for me.
zincwarrior
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The Glocks are fine. I prefer the M&Pc as it has:
1) higher capacity.
2) stainless steel frame. In high humidity environments this can be a factor.
3) grip angle. Some like the Glock grip angle, some don't.
Having said that, I'd suggest any of the "name" brands (S&W, Glock, Springfield etc) will do just fine and down to personal preference. Get thee to a store and put them in your hand, or better yet rent them if you can.
wildcat1950
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Here's another vote for the Taurus PT111 Milleneum G2. Taurus has taken some well deserved heat, but they got this one right. 12+1 capacity, trigger safety, manual slide safety, chambered round indicator, lifetime warranty.
You can find them on sale for under $220. Nice gun.
You can find them on sale for under $220. Nice gun.
Any of the Glocks mentioned here will probably work fine for you if you commit to train & practice your tail off with it. Glock markets their guns better than anybody, although S&W isn't too far behind with the M&P & Shield. However, I think the Sig P320 should take a chunk out of Glock's market; "IMHO" a striker fired Sig that points much the same as my P226 & P228 is a fine idea!