suggestions for a Single stack 9mm metal frame and slide?

If you want a cheaper option, the M88A and M70a are good options if you don't mind com-bloc. They are essentially a Russian "copy" of the 1911/Hi Power.
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Umm, I don't think so. The Yugoslavian M88 and M70A are slightly modified Russian Tokarevs, which, in turn, shared only the main features of a swinging link barrel and recoiling slide with the original 1911, but were otherwise very different.

They share no characteristics with a Hi-Power.
 
My bad, didn't read the OP fully. And as far as the design being related to the 1911 and Hi Power, I don't know alot about internal design and workings, but this is where I got that from:

http://www.thebangswitch.com/zastava-m70a-tokarev/

"Internally the M70A resembles a mixture of Browning creations including the 1911 and Hi-Power pistols. The locking mechanism and recoil system is clearly a Browning design. If you’ve ever field stripped a 1911 or Hi-Power you will quickly figure out how to tear down the M70A. The only real difference between the M70A and the Browning Hi-Power in how you strip it is the retainer clip used to hold the slide stop pin in place."
 
I have several that I like , SIG P225, Walther P5, S&W 3914, Kahr PM9, and XDs. I like them because most are thinner and easy to carry, and 7-8 shots as a carry gun should be sufficient.
 
If you want a cheaper option, the M88A and M70a are good options if you don't mind com-bloc. They are essentially a Russian "copy" of the 1911/Hi Power.
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How do you figure? They have nothing in common with the Hi Power.

They have some very basic 1911 design similarities, but they're hardly a copy or even close, in my opinion.



Edit: I see your source. I think the term "copy" is too loosely used by many people.
 
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Single stack steel guns

Star BM 9

Astra A 70

All steel, single stack. 1911 type style.
 

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Sig p6 is a solid choice.
Makarov is a single stack 9x18... So, it's 'kinda 9' :)

I loved my Tokarev. How's the Zarastava's treating you?

edit: oh, and welcome aboard
 
All my favorites have been listed, but I'll throw in one more oddball that I owned briefly (and liked - but just couldn't justify keeping it): the Smith & Wesson CS9. It's the Chief's Special of the 3rd gen wonder nine lineup. It was small for its time but wouldn't be considered small today for a capacity of 7+1 (IIRC).

Still, if you have a fondness for the S&W wonder nines, it's one to consider.
 
I love the zastavas. They function great! My m70a has had no malfunctions while my m88a had only one malfunction, stovepipe on the second round through it. I just wish I could find more magazines for them. I'm going to try and smooth out the triggers over the next week in my free time.
 
I thought I got a great deal on my Star M43 when I bought it in 1999. My local dealer neglected to tell me that Star had filed bankruptcy and gone out of business in 1997. Although I never had a problem with mine, the lack of available spare parts was a factor when I decided to trade it off. The Model B series, on the other hand, was produced in far greater numbers and used as a service pistol in several countries, so parts can still be found.
 
Single stack, 9mm that I own (or have owned) in order of preference: STI Range Master, Springfield Range Officer, SIG p239, Dan Wesson Guardian, and Kimber SOLO.

I carry the SOLO most of the time. It's reliable and accurate to 7 meters when shooting in hurried condition. When taking time to set up for the shot, it's accurate to 10 meters, past that accuracy is OK, but doesn't compare to the others.

I've carried the SIG p239 or the Guardian at times. They're equal at 7 meters, further out I shoot the SIG better.

I've been lusting for a SIG p210 ever since I returned to shooting almost two years ago. Tried buying one through SIG US when they were importing them. That was about the time SIG US ran into import issues. Since then the used market has gotten a bit rich for me. I'll bite the bullet and get one when the right one comes along.
 
One that I missed buying is the SIG 1911 9mm Target. A friend bought the one I was considering; he loves it. I missed buying it because I was just getting into .45 ACP and bought the SIG MMAX 1911 45 and the SIG 1911 45 Target instead. Drifted on off the December H&K rebate program where I found a couple of 9mm pistols, felt I had enough 9mm guns after that.
 
Several made in1911's brands Bersa has a nice striker fired 9mm single
Great trigger and quick reset

Walthers P-1 is a nice 9mm
 
Sixgunluv, what kind of magazine is that in the Star BM in the picture? I've never seen one with a finger rest like that.
 
Sixgunluv suggestion on the Astra A70. And if you want DA/SA, get the A75.
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Given that these pistols really aren't well-documented online, IMHO a little explanation is necessary. :)

The A-70 is a steel-frame SAO pistol with an up-for-safe, down-for-fire non-decocking thumb safety at the rear of the frame.

The A-75 is a steel-frame DA/SA pistol with a lever that looks like the safety of the A-70, but it's actually a spring-loaded decocking lever that returns to the FIRE position when released.

The A-75L is an alloy-frame A-75.

The A-80 is a steel-frame DA/SA pistol with a SIG-style decocking lever at the front of the grip.

I've handled several of these pistols but haven't fired one. However, they seem to have a very good reputation, although their finish isn't very attractive. They sadly weren't imported for very long before Astra folded.
 
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Aircool65

" A 70 finger rest"

The finger rest that comes standard on the Astra A-75 mags fits the A -70 like it was made for it.

Oh wait... You asked about the BM 9. I bought an extension from Pearce off ebay. It's not a perfect fit, don't even have it on there anymore as the grip is just long enough. The A-70 requires the extension for my slightly larger than average hands.
 
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