Sidearms & Scatterguns Midsize 9mm - Ambi Controls

[MtnCreek]

Any suggestions on a mid sized (similar to G19) 9mm with Ambi Manual Safety and mag release? Ambi slide release is not a requirement. I would lean striker, but might would go with a da/sa. Use is training for my son. He has a SR22 (decocker) that he uses with a holster. He also shoots glocks, but I don't let him holster chambered. Thanks.

 

[tylerradke]

I really like the m&p 2.0 the compact is identical in size to the g19 and it has a manual ambi safety option. 4" and 3.6" barrel options. The mag release is reversible. The grip on these guns is amazing I feel. Interchangeable back straps also just like most of the polymer guns. You can pick one up for right around 400 bucks if you do a little looking too.

 

[Novak77]

Not exactly a midsize, but a CZ 85 Combat might fit the bill. They're DA/SA, ambi-controls and 9mm. They don't make them anymore but you can probably snag one on gunbroker for a decent price.

 

[SharpsNitro]

HK P30 can be had with those features.

 

[Novak77]

HK P30 can be had with those features.

An HK USPc might fit the bill too.

 

[MtnCreek]

Anyone have experience with a fns compact? It's a little on the small size, but feels pretty good just handling.

 

[Vodoun daVinci]

I'd suggest looking at a Beretta Px4 Storm full size in 9mm.

http://www.beretta.com/en-us/px4-storm-full/

Ambidextrous controls, 17 rounds, back strap kit, very soft shooting.

VooDoo

 

[MCSO1357]

HK VP9 will answer all of your questions.

 

[SharpsNitro]

The OPs spec of manual safety rules out the VP9, that’s why I floated the P30.

 

[whiskeytower]

I run a P30 SK, it is available with the desired controls, as well as the the other P30 variants.

 

[dc451718]

CZ PO1 omega. CZ p 10 or Walther PPQ for striker fired

 

[Cheyenne Bodie]

PPQ comes with a manual safety at all now?

Who cares, get one. They are awesome.

 

[hermosabeach]

If you are concerned about Glock leg, then any pistol shares that concern.

When I think of Ambi Manual safety I think 1911

Striker normally dont have manual safety that is easy to get on' off

Sig 225 - single stack and 226- double stack - I can recall if they are ambi decocker or not?

 

[Novak77]

If you are concerned about Glock leg, then any pistol shares that concern.

When I think of Ambi Manual safety I think 1911

Striker normally dont have manual safety that is easy to get on' off

Sig 225 - single stack and 226- double stack - I can recall if they are ambi decocker or not?

All of my Sigs, 229, 226, 220s are all setup for right hand shooters. I did have a 226 X5 Tactical that was SAO and had an Ambi safety though.

 

[Jsmith410]

I like my CZ P10c. The trigger reset is phenomenal for a factory gun.

 

[clcustom1911]

CZ P07. Ambi DA/SA decocker or Ambi thumb safety that and they can be had for under 500

 

[gunjunkie45]

I'm going to give a tentative suggestion for the Cz p01 omega. Mine should arrive this week. Ambi decocker or safety.

 

[Novak77]

I'm going to give a tentative suggestion for the Cz p01 omega. Mine should arrive this week. Ambi decocker or safety.

If I didn't live in California a P01 Omega would be on my short list.

 

[gunjunkie45]

If I didn't live in California a P01 Omega would be on my short list.

They aren't easy to find. Took me a while to track one down.

 

[northshorelumber]

Wilson Combat EDC X9 if money is not an issue. Otherwise I agree with the CZ P01 Omega crowd.

 

[dc451718]

PPQ comes with a manual safety at all now?

Who cares, get one. They are awesome.

Sorry about that.. Not to my knowledge. I got carried away because I just shot my Q5 match and have Walther PPQ on the brain

 

[Trevor300wsm]

Someone asked about that FNS9C......I have one that I carry daily. Very nice/under rated pistol. I was a little unsure about the safety at first, but now I actually prefer it. My second choice would be the M&P 2.0 compact. I have this pistol also. It’s virtually a Glock 19 clone without the shitty grip and junky sights. A bit more streamlined as well.

 

[MtnCreek]

Someone asked about that FNS9C......I have one that I carry daily. Very nice/under rated pistol. I was a little unsure about the safety at first, but now I actually prefer it. My second choice would be the M&P 2.0 compact. I have this pistol also. It’s virtually a Glock 19 clone without the shitty grip and junky sights. A bit more streamlined as well.

Let me know if you've found a good source for FN mags and extensions. Thanks.

 

[Greg Langelius *]

When I got my Ruger American Pistol 9 Pro, I gave some thought to the size and impediments to concealed carry. Well, apparently, so did Ruger when they developed the 9 Compact.

It has all the features I like (emphasis on the ambidex ones), and uses a shorter magazine, that probably/likely is also compatible with the appropriate magazine well adapter for the Ruger PC Carbine, which is a takedown rifle and can fit into a compact backpack. I am really sold on this particular compatibility. The 17 round mags intended for the full size version can also be used with a sleeve adapter that eases the ergonomic fit to work better with the smaller grip length of the Compact.

The full size version was designed with much input from a broad spectrum of users when the company was seeking to develop a new design to enter into the competition replacing the military's M9 Beretta. It was never submitted (?), but it's up to speed in my estimate.

Greg

 

[2ndSecuresTheRest]

My FNX9 has been excellent reliable shooter, not as nice a decocker as my Sig SP2022 but it's ambi everything, holds 17+1, eats everything I feed it though I don't buy much imported budget ammo. They're easily found under $550 and Muddy River Tactical makes a great Kydex IWB for them. Polymer lower has steel chassis like SP2022 also.

 

[Bender]

Any suggestions on a mid sized (similar to G19) 9mm with Ambi Manual Safety and mag release? Ambi slide release is not a requirement. I would lean striker, but might would go with a da/sa. Use is training for my son. He has a SR22 (decocker) that he uses with a holster. He also shoots glocks, but I don't let him holster chambered. Thanks.

HK P30