Opinions wanted from gun owners
 

What do you think is the best value in a conceal carry gun. I don't have a lot to spend, but I don't want to break the bank either.

I've ben looking at the SCCY CPX2 which is made here in Florida. There are a lot of good reviews online on it.

From what I understand, the CPX1 had a lot of trouble with the safety but the CPX2 doesn't have one.

Does anyone here have one or know someone that owns one?

S&W Bodyguard .380. Nice and small; lightweight; fits just perfectly in a front pocket. Should be able to get one for around $325.

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Shop around. I just bought a Walther 9 MM and the shops were wiling to negotiate.

Being a retired Trooper, I think the Ruger 380 is a great pistol. I have the Kel tec, but the Ruger is a better gun. It's small and powerful. A good gun to carry. You don't want anything to big or you won't carry it. A great choice.

Roger LCP is a great Gun.

Retired Trooper myself. I had a Ruger LCP .380; didn't like it not having an active safety; sold it and got the S&W Bodyguard.

If I was to get one IMO I prefer simple revolver, 38 cal. Double action in stub nose. You pull the trigger it goes off up to 6 times, no jams. After than you can use it as hammer or club and full frame construction won't fall apart.:ohdear:

SW 380 Bodyguard comes with laser sight .... When carried in a pocket holster it is perfect.

It is my carry after 35 years in law enforcement.

I've read some negative reviews of the Ruger LCP. I understand that it doesn't have sights. I have a friend who's trying to get rid of one now because he doesn't like it.

I also would like to have a larger capacity. I'm afraid that in a tense situation where I might be forced to use it, I might miss. The SCCY comes wth a 10 round magazine.

It's a relatively new product made right here in Daytona.

CPX-2 CB 9mm | SCCY Firearms

Most .38 snubs today are five shots. I'd like more capacity and it seems that a revolver has too many pieces and edges that can get caught if you need to get it out in a hurry.

The Sccy is tough to conceal. Like the S & W Bodyguard.

But you also have to balance that against the fact that smaller guns tend to have a lot of kickback making them not so much fun to shoot at the range an possibly less accurate in an emergency situation.

Totally agree regarding the SW Bodyguard. I wear glasses, as most seniors do, and use them for sighting accurately. In case of an emergency situation, if my glasses are not immediately available the laser sight is invaluable. The safety is also a necessity for my needs.

Ok. I'm going to say it. Check out the Glock 42. It's the new Glock .380. It is a little bit bigger than your typical 380, and some 9mm, but it has a longer sight line and is single stack. So it fits in your front jeans pocket pretty well. I have tried smaller (Kahr). But the Glock shoots more accurately in my book. And it is very reliable and trouble free. But, I think they are going for about $400-$450. I know. "Glocks suck. They're ugly. They are overpriced." But darn, they are simple, reliable, and accurate. If you are retired military or LEO, you can get on the wait list for their Blue label? program gun prices. It saves you about $100, which makes Glock very competitive.

I would be inclined to listen to the men who carried everyday for their livelihood. They know best! Great subject. I am partial to Smith & Wesson.

I understand the opposition to certain people owning a gun. Two guys I worked with were given a license to purchase a handgun and please trust my opinion,,,there is no way that either should have any access to a weapon..they are about as stable as Jello.