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Posted: 3/13/2017 9:50:03 AM EDT

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I was thinking M&P9mm when I saw the thread title. However, I would go with the "C" model. I had both the 4.25 and the 3.5 models in .40... I sold the mid-size because it was really closer to a Full Size to my brother and kept the Compact. The finish on these pistols is very durable, almost to that of my Hard Chrome finished pistol. I just fell the compact is the perfect size for carrying in public and the woods. A 3.5" barrel is more than plenty enough left for velocity; especially Buffalo Bore's "Woodsman" loads!

ETA: My M&P40c came with a pretty damned good trigger out of the box. All I added to it was an Apex Reset Assist Mechanism for $20 and 15 minutes of extremely minimal effort. I added Meprolite sites in about 20 minutes too. The M&P is the AR-15 of the handgun world for aftermarket support and the ease of modification.

My M&P40 4.25" trigger was awful. I had to install a new $120 trigger right away. An Apex competition sear, striker block, return spring, R.A.M., and a reworking of the trigger bar.

Posted: 3/13/2017 9:57:58 AM EDT

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I would look for a Police trade-in Glock.

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This

Summit GunBroker had some good deals in .40 cal.

Posted: 3/13/2017 11:01:31 AM EDT

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+1 for used/trade-in Glock

couple years ago I paid $325 for a Gen 2 19 with night sights, a blade tech holster, 5 mags and 300 rounds of 9mm FMJ... has a few thousand rounds through it since then with zero issues. . It's still friggin' ugly, but it goes bang every time. Since that point, I only buy beat-up used Glocks. Great value for the money, and Glock will refurbish them for free.

If i'm looking for a "beater" gun, I'm going to look for the well used/worn gun that has proven it can take a beating rather than the cheap new gun that hasn't been put through the ringer yet.

Posted: 3/13/2017 11:51:59 AM EDT

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Cz75 or clone (EAA). I picked up a witness in .45 for around $150

Posted: 3/13/2017 1:36:03 PM EDT

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Posted: 3/14/2017 11:45:10 AM EDT

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you can find FN FNS-9's for around $400 now and those would be my no1 recommendation

Posted: 3/14/2017 2:47:24 PM EDT

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XD hands down over anything you listed. Great pistols.

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The LGS has an XD9 that appears to have less than a box shot through it for $349.

They're also blowing Canik's out for $319.

Posted: 3/14/2017 3:17:25 PM EDT

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I CC my Shield and put LOTS of rounds through it so I love the S&W brand overall except for the SD9VE (HATE the trigger). I would also highly recommend the Canik TP9 especially after buying one for $329 and it came with the holster and two mags and it's 18 + 1. The trigger is awesome but now I have to buy one for my wife.

Posted: 3/14/2017 4:47:56 PM EDT

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It's funny that you guys are mentioning the Canick TP9, the LGS was pushing them hard as a "good, low budget" handgun. I will admit, the trigger was nice.

Posted: 3/14/2017 10:21:36 PM EDT

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I went through the same exercise recently in wanting to get a different full size woods carry pistol. I ended up with a H&K USP police trade-in for $390. What also drew me in was that extra mags are being offered by the same dealer for only $13.

Posted: 3/14/2017 10:44:14 PM EDT

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If you want new and are ok with DA/SA give the Tristar line a look. CZ clone for $329-$359 at Academy sports.

Posted: 3/15/2017 3:17:50 AM EDT

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I will likely get a TP9SF as a "cheap" gun to keep in the SUV, but I'm currently saving for the CZ P10C (which for $432 shipped is only like $72 over "cheap" to me).

Posted: 3/15/2017 10:01:02 AM EDT

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It's funny that you guys are mentioning the Canick TP9, the LGS was pushing them hard as a "good, low budget" handgun. I will admit, the trigger was nice.

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I got yesterday a Canik TP9sa and two boxes of Hornady Critical Defense for an OTD price of $395.75. Makes your criteria.

Posted: 3/15/2017 10:20:14 AM EDT

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It's funny that you guys are mentioning the Canick TP9, the LGS was pushing them hard as a "good, low budget" handgun. I will admit, the trigger was nice.

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Rumor is they have the same trigger as the Walther PPQ which is a known good quantity.

Posted: 3/15/2017 5:31:33 PM EDT

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I just got an M&P 9 m2.0 for $379.99 shipped from Brownells

Posted: 3/15/2017 5:38:30 PM EDT

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Classic smith model 10 revolver. Can leave loaded and unattended literally for decades and still be depended on. 300 bucks or even less with a bit of searching. If you prefer stainless ( I personally do not) I have bee in 2 shops with smith model 64's( stainless version of the ten) wth $300 o the price tag

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I too would suggest a wheel gun. Though I'd suggest something in .357/.38, maybe attempt to find a Md. 65, stainless, built like a brick, and from every experience I've had with mine quite accurate. (Oh, and no fucking stupid lock on it.)

Posted: 3/15/2017 6:55:03 PM EDT

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I just got an M&P 9 m2.0 for $379.99 shipped from Brownells

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How?

Posted: 3/15/2017 6:55:54 PM EDT

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I will likely get a TP9SF as a "cheap" gun to keep in the SUV, but I'm currently saving for the CZ P10C (which for $432 shipped is only like $72 over "cheap" to me).

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$432 where?

Posted: 3/15/2017 8:46:58 PM EDT

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Makarov trumps everything you listed and can be had 'unissued' for $300-350

Posted: 3/15/2017 10:26:25 PM EDT

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I just got an M&P 9 m2.0 for $379.99 shipped from Brownells

How?

I follow mrgunsngear on Facebook and he posted that they had them for $399 + a $30 off plus free shipping coupon. $379.99 shipped after a $10 ffl fee and it came pretty dang fast.

Picked it up today along with an AR lower and vicker g17.

Posted: 3/15/2017 10:33:09 PM EDT

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Police trade in Glock...or the tp9

Posted: 3/17/2017 8:03:03 PM EDT

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BigHutch:
It was $432 at KyGun, but then that price changed to the 10rd version, but the tactical ("17rd") version was still priced at $454, which was like $45 cheaper than the non-tactical version. So obviously they're still tweaking prices.

Posted: 3/18/2017 10:03:45 PM EDT

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Buy a used Glock

Posted: 3/19/2017 9:43:28 AM EDT

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In my neck of the woods, I haven't come across any used Glocks <$400. On a rare occasion, maybe a worn out .40 cal. for $375. Why not just get a new one for another $100.

Posted: 3/19/2017 10:56:57 AM EDT

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$17 over budget, but this may be the one CZ P-10c

Posted: 3/19/2017 11:01:37 AM EDT

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$17 over budget, but this may be the one CZ P-10c

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Posted: 3/19/2017 1:27:38 PM EDT

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Check out the 3rd gen smith&wesson. Can be had for well under 400.

Posted: 3/20/2017 8:05:05 AM EDT

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Check out the 3rd gen smith&wesson. Can be had for well under 400.

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That will depend on the particular model. Many of them are north of 400 now; although some aren't that much over.

Posted: 3/20/2017 12:16:09 PM EDT

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Out of your choices, the M&P.

Outside of your list, a LEO Trade in G17 (Gen3 with the older teflon-like finish). No better "rough use" gun out there.

Or if you really want to keep the cost down and have something that you wouldn't have to care about losing or destroying.. S&W SD9VE. Great friggin gun for the money (~$280 on sale)

Posted: 3/21/2017 1:23:41 AM EDT

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JGSales just got a bunch of Ruger P89 police trade-ins. Not the prettiest, but they are $199. I had one way back when, and it was absolutely reliable. Went bang every time. JGsales Rugers

Posted: 3/21/2017 1:15:17 PM EDT

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I'm not very brand loyal, so any of those named should fill the bill for you. That said, there are plenty of PD/Agency trades out there at very good prices. I picked up a clunky old Ruger P95 9mm for around $200. Makes a fine truck gun.

Posted: 3/21/2017 6:57:02 PM EDT

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The two best under $400 buys I have made this year so far are a pair of Michigan State Police turn-in S&W 640-1's from Centerfire. $325 each is a ridiculously good price for a stainless snub nose S&W .357

As received.

With its brother and new grips

Something that is probably closer to what you had in mind is a SAR B6P Compact from Sportsmansguide. $259

Posted: 3/21/2017 7:06:17 PM EDT

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M&P or SD9VE. Despite a lot of internet disdain for S&W triggers those are two great pistols.

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Put the aftermarket trigger pack in it.

Bang for the buck, best thing going.

GTG.

Posted: 3/22/2017 3:44:13 AM EDT

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TWO Ruger P89s for $398. (or one for $199, if you must)

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1976955_-199-Ruger--P89-s--9mm-.html

Posted: 3/22/2017 8:22:12 AM EDT

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TWO Ruger P89s for $398. (or one for $199, if you must)

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I agree the Ruger has a good reputation for toughness and reliability; and, I agree one of those PD trade-ins would likely make a good beater or truck gun for $200. But judging by some of the comments on that thread, it is not necessarily well received by some, even at $200. On the other hand, if you like tinkering and doing some restoration and refinishing work on your guns, one of the Rugers would make a good project gun, as well as a beater...

Posted: 3/24/2017 2:56:06 PM EDT

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I'd also put any of the 3rd generation S&W pistols on this list - 5906, 4006, 4506, etc. The DA/SA versions can be had for sub $400 and the DA only versions can be had for sub $300. They are overbuilt guns that will last for decades.

Posted: 3/24/2017 8:39:32 PM EDT

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Sig 2022

Posted: 3/24/2017 9:03:25 PM EDT

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Take a look at the Canik TP9SF. Best trigger I have ever tried on a striker fired pistol.

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+1

I have the tp9sa and its great, i cam shoot it just as good as the glocks and smiths i have.

Posted: 3/28/2017 10:34:10 AM EDT

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New Stoeger Cougars on Gunbroker for $319. Tough to beat that.

For CCW the Shield 9 seems tough to beat.

Posted: 3/28/2017 10:36:04 AM EDT

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I still have not figured out what the point of the Ruger American Pistol is.

The Ruger SR9 is less expensive, better trigger, thinner, lighter, and frankly less ugly.

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The Ruger AP I shot, and the ones I handled, had fantastic triggers.

But my God, it is ugly as hell.

Posted: 3/28/2017 11:09:10 AM EDT

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if you've got another $20 you can get a CZ P-07 or P-09

Posted: 3/28/2017 3:29:22 PM EDT

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I just got a CZ P=07 an love it, My next will be a P-10

Posted: 3/29/2017 9:31:38 AM EDT

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I have a SCCY that I got for $250. Actually shoot great and you can beat it to hell and send it to them and they will fix it and send it back. Even if you shoot it and destroy the plastic grip.

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Its a under rated gun imo. Did a outdoor range session and it was raining pretty good and shot 500 rounds through my sccy and it never skipped a beat, i cant say the same for my cousins lc9s pro that had multiple ftf and fte.

Posted: 4/2/2017 9:06:14 PM EDT

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Well, with the big rebate on the M&P Shields going on right now I couldn't resist. Got an M&P9 Shield for a grand total of $279 new (includes the $75 rebate). I would have rather had something with more capacity, but oh well, the price couldn't be beat.

ETA: I'll probably due MagGuts on the extended magazine for 9+1.

Posted: 4/2/2017 9:47:45 PM EDT

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if you've got another $20 you can get a CZ P-07 or P-09

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Great guns, but I paid more than that for a used one.

Posted: 4/2/2017 9:50:35 PM EDT

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I'd get the XD out of your choices. My HS2000 was a great pistol. Should have kept that one!

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Derp

Posted: 4/3/2017 11:35:18 PM EDT

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Ruger 9E. Slightly cheaper version of the SR9. Actually nicer in a couple ways.

Local shop has them for $319. Cabela's had them on sale last week for $299.

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I got one. Put about 500 rounds through it in the first outing with no issues.

Not a bad choice

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