9mm recoil

[latigo]

We all know recoil is subjective but also know that certain pistols of the same caliber and frame size have less or more recoil. My wife can shoot my Beretta 92 just fine however she is recoil sensitive to .38 special. I am looking for a small enough 9mm to fit in her purse and need INGO members experience in suggesting a 9mm pistol to fit the bill. I do not live near anywhere with rental for her to try and do not want to buy numerous 9mm pistols on a trial and error basis. I figure this is the best place to get some feedback via member experience.

Thanks in advance.

Latigo

 

[melensdad]

For a high quality gun that will have modest recoil, look at the ALL STEEL CZ75C (for cocked and locked carry, maybe not the best for a purse carry)

For a slightly lighter, but high quality gun, consider the ALLOY framed CZ75D or CZP01 (both offer a decocker for long first trigger pull)

For a slightly smaller gun consider the various 9mm BERSA models.

If she likes the 1911 pattern guns, consider the ALLOY ParaUSA "Carry9" pistol with the LDA trigger system, its slim, has a safety AND a long light first trigger pull.

Realize that lighter weight and smaller guns will have a greater felt recoil and heavier weight and larger guns will have a lower felt recoil.

 

[BillyJoe]

I personally like the Kahr PM9, it is a bit pricey, but the build quality and reliability after break-in (200 rounds) is on point.

 

[latigo]

Thanks, yup realize the size and weight will make a difference been looking a steel frame compacts just don't which one, I will give a look at your suggestions. Thanks again!

 

[Koukalaka]

+1 on the Kahr PM9. Mine has been flawless from round one and the accuracy is acceptable at a few yards' distance. It would be greatly enhanced by the addition of a Crimson Trace laser, and although the recoil can be painful I think it's manageable even with my rather small hands.

 

[latigo]

Anyone have any experience with Kahr MK9 ? Additional Info my wife has osteoporosis that causes the recoil sensitivity.

Thanks again everyone

 

[troy96]

A Glock 26 is small enough for purse carry. Its recoil is better than the 92.

 

[Joe Williams]

What size gun is she sensitive to in .38? If it's a snubby, those can feel violent to lots of folks.

For a smaller 9mm that I still found very pleasant to shoot, the XD9sc was a nice gun, though a bit thick in the butt. If she's recoil shy, you can't go to small or light.

 

[melensdad]

A Glock 26 is small enough for purse carry. Its recoil is better than the 92.

Just my personal opinion, but a Glock is best suited for holster carry and I do not believe that a gun with that type of trigger system is suitable/safe for purse carry. I have a G26 and love it, but would never consider it in a loose bag/cargo pocket/etc. For purse carry I would strongly suggest a real DAO trigger, preferably one with a secondary safety switch. But that is, again, just my opinion. For a poly pistol, the PT111 from Taurus comes to mind with its safety & fairly long trigger pull, but given the recoil sensitivity mentioned in the OP, I'd be looking at the heavier steel framed guns.

 

[latigo]

She currently carries a Taurus PT138, it suits her fine however I would rather her carry a 9mm. Maybe I'll let her try the Taurus PT111 since it is similar and see if she can endure the recoil for limited range time and carry using the .380 for longer practice sessions.

 

[snorko]

Might also consider a 327 federal revolver using 32 H&R ammo.

 

[Newbomb92]

S&W 3913

 

[stony]

HK P2000SK

 

[Dogman]

You might also look at low recoil ammo such as Federal Premium 9mm 135 gr. low recoil.

 

[musclecarr]

Try The NEW Ruger .327 magnum, Perfect for a woman!

 

[01deuce]

HK P2000SK

+1

also i had a MK9 and being a little on the heavy did help tame the recoil of such a small gun.

 

[JR50]

She currently carries a Taurus Pt738

The Taurus 709 seems like a logical choice considering her experience with the 738.

My wife moved from a snubby to the 709 with great success.

 

[U.S. Patriot]

I would sugest you look at these:

Xd subcompact
M&P compact
CZ P-01
Sprigfield EMP

My brain is fried, and that's all i can think of!

 

[cosermann]

What size gun is she sensitive to in .38?

I think Joe's on the right track here. The only way we can zero in with some suggestions that make sense is to know the .38 involved. Seems from the context a snub is the most likely candidate. If it was a 4" steel revolver, that changes the suggestions.

OP, can you fill us in?

Is weight important to you or just physical size?

 

[latigo]

Steel .38 spl. snubby. Carry weight not a concern,weight to lesson recoil is a factor, size is important that is will fit in her purse (pocket type holster)

Thanks everyone I am burning up the computer checking out your suggestions.

Anyone have any expirience with a Para 9mm LDA compact

looking at sp-101 3" .38 ?? anyone have expirence on sp 101 3" recoil vs snubbies??