![]() ![]() ![]() The Glock 19 is the definition of the perfect size for general use. The Gen 5 Glock 19 added front serrations, a better trigger, and an improved barrel over the older models.Īs straightforward as it gets, this polymer, striker-fired pistol holds 15 rounds and has everything you need and nothing you don’t. But all seriousness aside, the Glock 19’s place on this list is well deserved. I would probably have been hunted down by an angry mob and burned at the stake if I didn’t include a Glock somewhere on this list. What about size? While the gun is a little chunkier than some, they have size options to fit just about anyone out there. Additionally, it is optics-ready out of the box, and the rear sight is fully adjustable. These features, combined with Walther’s excellent build quality and fitment, lead to a very accurate and easy-to-shoot pistol. The 4-inch barrel with the “compact” 15-round grip is my favorite configuration of the PDP. I never feel strained to reach or use anything on the PDP. It is ambidextrous, lengthy, and easy to actuate without shifting the grip on my medium-sized hands. I especially appreciate the oversized slide release. Large, easy-to-reach controls and a well-contoured and textured grip make this gun almost feel like a natural extension of your hand. Measuring around 4.5 pounds out of the box with an ultra-crisp break, this is arguably the best striker-fired pistol trigger out of the box. This gun features the PDT, or Performance Duty Trigger. I own quite a few different striker-fired pistols, and both of my PDPs definitely stand out amongst the crowd. So what sets it apart? Let’s take a look. The Walther PDP is yet another home-run hit for the company. I’ll admit, I’m a huge Walther fan, but for a good reason. I honestly prefer my Cajunized PCR even over my higher-end guns like my Staccato C2 and Wilson EDC X9. I added the defensive carry package from Cajun Gun Works to my personal PCR and ended up with one of, if not the nicest shooting compact pistols I have ever laid my hands on. That substantial “normal pistol” feeling is something that is often absent from the newer micro-compacts.Īlthough these are not the slimmest or trimmest concealed carry pistols out there by today’s standards, they are some of the best shooting ones in my experience. It is a DA/SA gun, and the double-action pull is a bit heavy, but the single-action pull is fairly good.īeing a CZ 75 derivative means you also get a low bore axis and extremely good grip ergonomics, which results in a very pleasant shooting experience.Īccuracy of these guns is outstanding, and I find they shoot much more like a full-sized pistol. A variant with an accessory rail is also available, the CZ 75 P-01. CZ 75 D PCR 2-1īased on the venerable CZ 75 design, the PCR is a compact, alloy-framed version with a 3.8-inch barrel, 14-round capacity, and a decocker. In a world where ultra-slim polymer pistols are the current meta, it is easy to forget about older designs that can still hang with the new kids on the block. Oh, and if there is anything you want to change, the aftermarket for these guns is massive.įor more details on the P365XL, check out our full review here. One 12-round magazine at 7 yards (Right) and another at 12 yards (Left). My groupings with the P365XL equipped with the Holosun EPS Carry. When I want to carry something thin that sticks close to my body, but I don’t want to feel like I am sacrificing terminal performance, I grab my P365XL. With a red dot equipped, I can easily nail the x-ring time and time again at 7-12 yards with cheap range ammo. My Sig P365XL with the Holosun EPS Carry is an easy shoo-in for pistols that make my regular carry rotation.Īccuracy has been excellent on all the models I have tested, especially given the size of the gun. While the regular P365 is still the king for deeper concealment, I find that the XL’s slightly longer grip and barrel improve handling and shootability without adding too much bulk that it still isn’t easily tucked away. Couple that with good ergonomics, factory night sights, an optics-ready slide, and a flat-faced trigger, and you have a winner. The Sig P365XL holds 12 rounds of 9mm in a gun that is only 1 inch wide. The P365XL represents a massive shift in what smaller, thinner guns can be capable of. These guns are immensely popular and have quickly become a go-to recommendation throughout the gun community. It should be no surprise that a P365 variant would make the list. ![]()
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