Quality 9mm pistols from $700-900

[RedClayCherries]

I would like to know which pistols do you own or have shot that have left a positive impression. I haven’t bought a pistol in about 3 years, saved up around $1000, and about ready to purchase. Any feedback is appreciated.

 

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[ZX9RCAM]

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[Texasgordo]

That price range I would like a Sig P226 or P229 variation. 2nd place would be a Sig P320 if you want to personalize it.

 

[EZ-E]

I always start with saying, WHAT FITS BEST IN YOUR HAND not what ever brand/model someone tells you.


For sub compact I'd look into the Sig 365x or Glock 43X with the Shield Arms 15rd mag

Compact
Sig P320C
H&K VP9
CZ P07
CZ P10C
GLOCK 19
WALTHER PPQ or PDP

 

[Sam7sf]

As others have said: welcome.

Why start at 700.00? Start at 500.00
Plenty of good 9mm’s under 700.00

I’ll start with the glock 19x. I don’t have a iwb holster yet just owb. Currently carry my xd mod2 service but I think the 19x is the best bang for the buck. Good durable gun, night sights, good capacity, ok trigger. Other things going on under the hood are better than most other handguns. For the price is just a great gun.

 

[1911'S 4 Me]

PSA Dagger $300

 

[Lonesome Dove]

I was gonna say this will turn Glock real Quick.
Op don't bite!

 

[Ingramite]

Beretta 92fs.
Period.

 

[Axxe55]

Beretta 92fs.
Period.

All fine and dandy if the OP has large hands.

 

[CharlieWH2O]

What are you shooting now?

 

[Texasgordo]

All fine and dandy if the OP has large hands.

Vertec grip is a good option for smaller hands. The regular 92FS grips is nearly too large for me but I keep it around for cool factor. I'm a big Die Hard and Lethal Weapon dork.

 

[Axxe55]

Vertec grip is a good option for smaller hands. The regular 92FS grips is nearly too large for me but I keep it around for cool factor. I'm a big Die Hard and Lethal Weapon dork.

I have been a long-time fan of the 92F's for years, but the grip is almost like holding a 2x4 in the hand.

 

[TxStetson]

I would agree with those above who said see what feels good in your hand and go from there.

My recommended starting list around $700:
Sig P320
Sig P365XL
Beretta 92
H&K VP9
Walther PPQ
Glock 17/19/19X
Springfield XDM

More economical but still good quality:
Sig SP2022
Ruger Security 9
Canick TP9
RIA 1911

Maybe find a range that rents handguns and try a few out first.

 

[EZ-E]

I will add, depending on the purpose will depend on the size. I would not want to carry a full size all steel frame pistol around all day.... maybe for my bedside or a truck gun sure.

 

[avgatbest]

All fine and dandy if the OP has large hands.

you ever tried the thin grips? they're great.

 

[avgatbest]

I will add, depending on the purpose will depend on the size. I would not want to carry a full size all steel frame pistol around all day.... maybe for my bedside or a truck gun sure.

The 92 compact variants "feel" like they'd be heavy but they actually carry very nice. I just grabbed one myself and I was surprised - it obviously weighs a little more than a Glock 19, but it's a really nice shooter and I'm becoming a big fan of the DA/SA coming from the Glock world.

If you want ultimate custom-ize-ability, get a Glock...parts availability, aftermarket support, part prices, etc - Glock is at the top. The gun has to fit your hand and you should figure out which gives you the most natural point of aim and all that jazz...that part takes a while to figure out.

Best bet is to find a gun range that has several different guns available for rent and run through a bunch of them - which feels comfortable, do you like a hammer-fire or are you a striker-fire person, do you want polymer or steel, red dot, etc etc.

 

[billtool]

While you’re trying out guns at the range, don’t miss the S&W M&P 2.0. I’ve found it to be easy to shoot and failure free.

 

[avgatbest]

While you’re trying out guns at the range, don’t miss the S&W M&P 2.0. I’ve found it to be easy to shoot and failure free.

fantastic gun - the grip texture is perfect and has that nice grip angle, but aftermarket support isn't the best...great value though....you can get the non-optic versions (or you could) for under 500 and in some cases close to 400.

 

[billtool]

fantastic gun - the grip texture is perfect and has that nice grip angle, but aftermarket support isn't the best...great value though....you can get the non-optic versions (or you could) for under 500 and in some cases close to 400.

Yeah- they’re high like everything else in the gun world today. My wife wanted me to cover the grip in some tennis racket tape as the texture was a bit rough for her hands. Hers is a full size version and is a great night stand occupant. I put a laser and light on the rail and all is good. She sure isn’t under gunned with 19 rounds. Thumb safety as well. That’s preferred around these parts.