Looks like a fun project.
IMO this is where it really pays off to spend a few extra dollars as when a part fails, it is usually here. Spikes has a pretty darn good one as does BCM. I like the chrome or nickel boron coatings as they are a lot easier to clean and are more tolerant to being...
I have this rifle, got it from Bradis earlier this year. It is $650, but remember that this includes a Bushnell micro red dot that is worth around $100, so you are effectively paying $550 for a pretty decent rifle. I will link at the bottom to the review I did on mine. Overall I have been...
If you are really needing ultra concealment, then go for the KelTec or LCP cousins. Honestly, I can conceal my 1911 Ultra Carry about as easily as my Taurus 85, even though the 85 is lighter. That being said, neither the 85 or the 1911 will work as a pocket gun IMO.
Just checked the link, do they have a forward assist? I honestly do not care as the need for it is highly debateable, I am just curious as to how similar this is to my Carbon 15 which does have it.
I have been really happy with the new design Carbon 15 setup. The advantages of polymers on pistols seems to be now mostly settled, not sure why it has not taken off more with the AR platform. So long as it a good design with quality materials, polymer works well.
You can read the review that I did on mine here. Overall I have been very pleased with it and enjoy the very light weight, it is several lbs lighter than a standard aluminum carbine. I have not had even a single malfunction and have 500+ rounds of a mix of 5.56 and .223 ranging from high...
The S&W is of course a fine gun. That being said, I have had the Kimber Ultra Crimson Carry for several years and love it. Both are going to do fine, just go with your gut and get the one you want.
Most experts agree that a quality magazine will suffer no ill effects to being stored loaded. All Experts agree that an unloaded magazine is completely worthless if you happen to need it in a hurry.