The BEST Carry Guns For All Income Levels!
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Can’t believe the Canik mete sf isn’t on your list. Awesome pistol that comes with much more out of the box than any of the guns on your list. If that’s too big in your eyes to carry concealed, there’s always the tp9 elite sc from Canik. You should try them out. If you want a little bit larger do all pistol, go for the Canik mete sft pro 👍🏻 you won’t be disappointed. Check ‘em out
@@Bryan-1980 One problem: Its made in Turkey.
@@jonnyt16 I put the new mete sf against a new gen 5 glock 17 and it not only outperformed the Austrian glock, it also outlasted the Glock and had less issues, not to mention it just looks and feels and shoots so much better than a Glock. I’m not pro-terrorist or anything but I really don’t care who made it after it’s proved itself to be good enough to protect and defend myself with. I’ve got over 80,000 rounds through the Canik now on all of the stock parts it came with and the Glock needed a barrel and guid rod and springs around the 40,000 mark as well as the mags not seating very tight anymore now that it has over 8,000 mag changes. Plus, side by side compare the triggers, sights, capacity, grip angle, and feel in the hand…. The Glock wins on none of those and we all know it. And yes, glock was was first handgun and I still own 2 of them today. But had they been around in the 90’s I would’ve chose the Canik over the Glock after owning and shooting both. Just my personal opinion.
@@Bryan-1980 size for size, canik outperforms any competitor
German high end Sigs FTW
I definitely recommend the PSA Dagger to anyone with $300 looking for a pistol. It’s a gen 3 glock 19 clone so there is a ton of support for after market upgrades in the future if you want to go that route too! I have a black base model dagger and it’s been absolutely amazing! No jams, super easy to take apart and clean, much better irons than a glock, and the grip is amazing
I’ve been thinking between a dagger and a canik. I’d love to support PSA but the Canik seems like a better overall deal.
One quick thought: when it comes to cost, on the lower end, a .380 has an issue of the ammo being significantly more expensive than 9mm. If you’re gonna carry, you gotta practice. Which means rounds down range that will start sounding like a cash register bell after every shot.
Joe Smo, as much as people on these forums want, will not be sending hundreds, let alone thousands of, rounds down range every month.
For the mid-tier, the Canik TP9 Elite SC is a great choice. I find it shoots as good as any gun I've ever shot, at around $400. Optics ready, 12 and 15 round mags, great trigger, adjustable backstraps, just a fantastic gun.
When I was just getting into guns I got a tp9 SA for like 290$ and it's served well every since and at a really good price.. if your not looking to put an optic on you can save money and get the older model tp9's
Best striker fired triggers out there IMHO. have the TP9SFX coming up on 1500 rounds and it's magnificent.
There's a reason it's known as "The Glock Killer".
I have multiple caniks, glocks, and sigs and I’ll straight up tell anyone that my smallest canik (elite sc) will outshoot all of my bigger glocks and sigs.
Wanted one badly, but had to go with a shield plus instead as I don't live in a free state and the canik doesn't come in a 10 round version.
Just purchased my first edc and went with a Taurus G3C and I can say this thing is a terrific value! Does everything I need and I have faith it will do it’s job
I have and carry this gun it is great just a little heavy
I have G3 and G3c…both are outstanding high value options
if you swap that trigger with one of the "keep tinkering" triggers it will be a dream. ive done that to all my g2c and g3cs. 30 bucks and it would shoot like a glock for half the price
My mom and step dad have the g3c me and my sister have the gx4 all great pieces best bang for your buck
I just bought a G3c a few months ago (literally less than $285 here in NH) and absolutely love it... fits in my hand like a dream!
Nice job, Mr. H. I'm older now, but money was never the priority - service to others was; therefore, I never made much. I'm always on the lookout for great budget guns. I appreciate that you are more in touch with the realities of a lot of people out here. I want to give a shout out to the Ruger EC9. Was just out at the range with it yesterday (cleaning it as I watch this), and as a former police officer will say that's it is one of the best $250 or so weapons one will find. I also have its little sister, the original LCP 380, and can say the same for it. Signs are pointing us toward another recession, so thanks on behalf of the economically "less blessed" out there!
7:17 Thanks for giving a shoutout to the original M&P line! My EDC for years now has been a Shield .40c (compact) and out of the box it was just dead-on accurate and feels AMAZING in my hands with the pinky extended clip as I have to wear XXL size gloves.
P10s for my EDC. Flat faced trigger shoe and a 3 pound striker spring along with a night fision front sight in orange. I shoot it well and it has been very reliable for me. Whatever you shoot well, are comfortable with and can conceal without printing your good to go!
I totally agree. Spent a few months and saved up a bought the sheild 2.0, and glad I did. Been 100% happy with my choice.
Always fun to view your content. Change is always good, it shows progress and development. I started with a Taurus, the Shield and now the Shield +…thanks for sharing. Always an awesome and educational content when you post. Carry On!
I carry a Taurus GX4 TORO or Ruger LCP Max depending on what I'm wearing. Love both and trust my life to them. Never in a million years thought I would say that about a Taurus but they have really stepped up their game in recent years!
I got my GX4 toro about 6 months ago and I love it , best $189 I’ve spent
Great list! I definitely agree with almost everything you've mentioned. The one thing that I would add, is that Shield Arms has 15 and 20 round mags, for the G43x. The 15 round mag. is exactly the same size as Glocks 10 round, oem mag. FYI. The 20 round, extends about an inch more.
My carry rotation is a G2C, Glock 42, and a Shield Plus in 9mm. I use to carry pocket 380's Taurus Spectrum and LCP. Never had any issues with my G2C and recommend it for a budget friendly person. Not to mention police trade in's are great deals for people looking, mostly Glock 22's but they range from 299-350(A Glock for the price of a Taurus)
I have a taurus G3 and I LOVE it 17 round capacity nice smooth trigger never had an issue with it jamming/malfunctions I would highly recommend
Shield Plus & P365XL 👍🏽 Agree
My beretta 92FS was my appendix for a while. Got tired of the weigh and switched to the Beretta Px4 Storm Compact Carry! Love it and my 92!
Awesome video. I’ve shot about 75% of these pistols and they’re all worthy purchases. I went with the Shadow Systems CR 920 because the Glock 43 was the gun I shot the best out of all the micro 9’s I tried, and the CR 920 is essentially a G43 with higher capacity and better sights and ergonomics out of the box. Loving the gun so far.
I nominate the FN 509C for the upper tier. Ambi controls, slide cut with optic mounting plates, adjustable backstrap, picatinny rail under the barrel, 12 +1 carry capacity with standard mag but comes with a 24 round mag, and solid ergonomics. Shoots great and is highly reliable. The tactical version comes with a threaded barrel as well.
Love my fn509c tactical for concealed carry!!!
Awesome because I’m left handed!!!!
Berettas are nice too we can’t forget about those
Just bought the SW .380EZ. Love it!!! $430 w 15% sale price, plus SW gives a $50 rebate. $315 final season price. I should have bought 2.
When I first started carrying, I was broke broke. Couldn't afford much, but I found a used charter arms off duty 5 shot 38 SPL. 13oz aluminum frame. I paid $235 for it. And after the M&P shield plus came out, after saving my money for several months, I bought one after the 1st month it was released. And I absolutely love it. 20oz polymer frame, 13+1, reliable, etc. And as of right now, I alternate between my Glock 19 gen 4, shield plus, and charter arms off duty. Depends on what I'm doing or where I'm going.
My first gun was an M&P Shield 9mm. I've carried it for years with the extended mag. I didnt mind the trigger because it really was all I knew until I purchased other guns. My friend has a p365 and I shot it well, but it felt odd in my hand. I wanted to get more capacity in my CCW and tried a few out. I ended up purchasing a Shield Plus. I saw the p365 Macro is out and wanted to give it a try. I couldn't find one. I saw the CZ 75 P-01 Omega on sale and picked that up. I know its a little larger than these in the video, but i really like this one. I wish it had on it stock a cut for an optic.
My G2C has 350-500 rounds ran through it with no jams. 12 round -32 round mags.
Great list! My personal EDC is the Shield Plus, liked the Hellcat Pro but found it a bit too bulky for my preferences. Best bang for the buck? Definitely the GX4.
I like the PPQ SC. It has one of the best triggers and ergonomics of any pistol. I love it because you can use the 10 rnd mag for a Glock 26 style or you can put the 15 rnd mag for a Glock 19 size. It makes it really versatile. I even did a dremel job on mine and got a 4" threaded barrel so now I can put a 21 ext mag on it with a 4" barrel or put the 3.5 and the 10 rnd flush fit mag and get a GLock 26 style pistol. A configuration for every need.
That's the one everyone forgets lol ..great pistols for sure. I have the 4" PPQ M2 love it. It's my "baby" LOL. The ergonomic grip is awesome and the PDP COMPACT is next on the list a must have. Walther makes quality pistols👍
@@blackticalmayhem8461 Yeah I am getting the PDP SD Pro Compact with the 5" barrel next. My 15 rnd mags for my PPQ SC will fit in them.
Unfortunately they’ve stopped production of the SC.
Great gun and no one makes a better factory trigger than Walther.
If you are broke and need something to go bang the Taurus g2c can be found for 220-230 now days. I used to have one and literally never had one issue.
I was going to buy a p 365, I bought a shield plus because of you. I can't thank you enough man 👍
I like the 43x as a carry. In my opinion it's perfect grip and weight and capacity very reliable performance. Not to much not to little. There's of course better out there but as for perfect everything it's a win.
Im running the 43x with the shield mags flush 15 round magazine. Best purchase i made last year
Yea 43x is great. Its slim, short, but the handle is just long enough for me to get a perfect grip from draw. Mix it with a tenicor c3 holster at a slight cant on hip carry and its a perfect edc system. I barely even know its on me and I wear it at work all day
The Arex Delta M Gen 2 is an excellent value at the $400 price point. Optics ready, Thin, lightweight and 15 round capacity. I love my Shield too.
The Delta M is an extremely under rated pistol, i absolutely love mine. Still waiting on an EPS carry to put on it.
@@1312020m I agree. I have a 407k 6moa green dot on mine. Works extremely well for me, but that EPS looks like the best optic for the money for sure.
@@freedomlineman3105 i threw one of my 507ks on it for a little right after i got it, but im switching all my carry optics to enclosed emitters so the EPS carry seems like an easy choice.
That’s not bad
I bought the Taurus G2C because of its affordability, but also because of its reliability. This gun is really smooth. Fires nicely, the 3 white dot sighting is easy to pick up quickly. I've put 1200 rounds through it so far, bought back in May of this year, and I haven't had 1 FTE, FTF, and no issues whatsoever. I've seen many reviews on RUclips about the G2C and several reviewers were not happy with the trigger and trigger safety, with one reviewer actually claiming the trigger safety was pinching their finger. I've had no problems like that. Surprisingly, the G2C, though compact in size, fits my large bear paws comfortably. I picked it up at Sportsman's Warehouse for $260, and it has all of the Glock tech on it. Nice gun, great price, very reliable.
My G2C does go bang every time, but it has a couple of quirks. It does not always chamber a round, and you have to tap the rear of the slide for it to fully chamber. The slide also locks sometimes, and you can't eject a round manually, forcing you to fire the gun. I have noticed that this has only happened with round nose ammo.
@@TeeLocky Usually, JHP ammo can have a FTF issue because the edge of the hollow point can catch on the edge of the feeding ramp. If yours does it with FMJ ammo, then I would suggest having a licensed gunsmith look at it, and if need be, contact Taurus Customer Service. You may need to send your pistol to them.
I literally put around 150 to 200 rounds through my G2C and the slide lock lever spring popped out and the slide locks back every time I fire it now. Going to send it back to taurus for repair.
Good points made in the video. I absolutely love the Smith and Wesson performance center line of pistols and you also cannot go wrong with good quality SIG guns. Great American made guns on the list.
Good info.Thanks.
I enjoy the g2c pt111 I have , easy to conceal, easy to operate and break down to clean. And some pretty neat options to modify
Great (and practical) video!
I recently made the switch from my standatd G43x to the Sig P365 X Macro and I love it!
Nicely done hegs. Thanks for this one.
Thank you for coupon codes for Kore gun belts, and Tulster holsters. I received both of them last week and what a difference they both made. Keep up the good work brother!
I own several Shield pluses including the performance center 4 in. I recently bought the bug out version which is your standard shield plus optic ready with night sights. Very hard to be. Accurate Gun easy to shoot. Very easy to conceal with the 10 round mag. Carry the 13 Rounds back up. Of all the carry guns that I own the shield plus is probably the only one I just came to the range to shoot on a regular basis. Great video
THANKS GREAT REVIEW
Deby Hackney I am a senior and my EC9S slide is kind of hard to rack also. Can’t really afford to buy anything more right now , but I love the way it feels in my hand .
High End: Love Kimbers, especially their revolvers. Ditto Their micro line. Low priced> Bersa. Bought a few and was surprised at the quality of their tooling, quality and dependability after 1000s of rounds. Excellent vid and I agree with your selections. SF🇺🇸
Carry a Shield Plus and recently bought a P365 X Macro. Love both but still find that I shoot better consistently with the Shield. Now I'm considering a Shield Plus Performance Center and perhaps using the others for secondary carry guns.
Got my shield plus for $350 about a month ago. Love it
Awesome thanks for sharing this
My carry lineup consists of the Walther PPS M2, Taurus Gx4 Toro, and the CZ 75 Compact PCR. It just depends on where I'm going and what I'm wearing as to which gun I carry. However, recently I added a gun to the collection may be a gamechanger and might be the gun I will carry exclusively. And that is the IWI Masada Slim. It's smaller than the PPS but larger than the GX4. So far, for $420, it's simply amazing!
Love my pcr but not a fan of the sights. I put white fingernail polish on mine to make them pop more but will eventually swap them out for the Dawson night sights.
@@camerons3097 Yes, the stock sights are junk. I changed out mine to TruGlo pro night sights. The front sight has a big orange ring for daytime and tritium for night. Great sights.
I would love to have a CZ-75 BD with a cajin trigger someday personally. I don't like that long reset it comes with stock but that weapon is built like a tank and has a great record for reliability.
Yes the gx4 thats my fav for sure
Very similar the the SIG 365xl/macro but the IWI doesn't have a thumb safety unfortunately, went with the SIG. The IWI is excellent otherwise.
Recently bought and started carrying a p365x. Very comfortable gun considering I carry appendix and I’m a 300+ lbs guy
Love the video and shirt!! 🙌🏽👏🏽
Great video man i am a beginner with firearms but i found your video most enjoyable can't wait till i get my passport sorted out for sure
i enjoy your content Salute from Philly
I carry a G2C for the last 4 years and what a great gun I got it for a budget truck gun but I have to say I love shooting it at range it I use it for a home defense gun as well I got more expensive guns since then but I always go back to my G2C I had it the longest I know it well it never let me down paid $220 for mine new I have 3,500 rounds though mine only 2 jam and that was in the beak in same day I got it I was at the range and put 500 round though it right out of the box shot steel case brass case and aluminum case rounds
The G2C is a gun that I’ll recommend for a first gun or budget gun
S&W for the win 🥇
great video, thanks. the Vp9sk has 13 round mags available.
I have another one to be added to the list: Shiled Plus Performance Center. Better sights, ported barrel, improved trigger :)
Based on the recommendations I assumed this video was a few years old. The G2c can be found for $175 to $200 with rebate which occurs several times a year. The G3c has a slightly better trigger for $180 to $225 after rebate. It comes with 3 mags while the G2c only comes with 2. Putting a Hogue LCPII grip sleeve on the LCP Max really improved the experience shooting it. Using a sharp knife to trim off the sharp edges of the trigger eliminated 80% of the pinching that causes one's trigger finger to hurt after 10 to 30 rounds. I would recommend the Shield Plus for a gun similar in size to the G2c and G3c but with a better trigger. The Taurus trigger has a lot of pre-travel with the break far back. The MSRP of the Shield Plus was dropped a few months ago.
I have a PT111 G2 and have been very happy with it. The trigger gets better as I put rounds through it!😉 shooting it off the reset is a dream, it just seems to get better with age! 😉
Facts! I have the same one as well as a couple others but I absolutely love my PT 111 G2
Same with me! I have about 10,000 rounds true it - and it's still shooting perfectly and trigger get nicer with the each 100 rounds.
You bet!!! 😉😉😉
Good video.
I have a G3C, was using it to carry but at the range it would jam and have feeding problems so for a peace of mind I got the shield plus. Still have the Taurus but I'll keep it in the house or car or something. Didn't want to go cheap with my life on the line.
Just got a used G2C a couple weeks ago for only 192 🔥 cheapest gun I’ve ever purchased and also very reliable
I personally carry a 365 XL great gun will over 10k rounds now no issues even dropped it once in a class coming out of a holster no issues. I recently got a chance to shoot a macro and am seriously considering it as a winter carry gun to replace my compact 15+1 gun
Absolutely love my P365X Macro. First time Sig purchaser. Im glad companies like this are pushing the limits of carry pistols and hopefully encourages more innovation in the future from more companies as well.
Macro feels amazing in my hand but I went with the p365xl bc I wanted the thum safety.
My edc is the Taurus Gc3 and I love it, but I recently purchased a P320C I can't wait to test it at the range.
Good job bro, thats the info I needed for my next purchase.💪🔥
While I have several of the guns on this list, my carry gun of choices the S&W Shield Plus for all of the reasons that you mentioned. it just kind of fits. It shoots great and it’s extremely comfortable and it holds plenty of rounds!
Same…. It basically retired my other carry pistols instantly. And that’s after having most in this list for years now.
@@badhombre8383 Yep... my Shield has been my EDC for years now.
My wife bought this as her first gun and she loves it. I shot it and am a little jealous. It's a fantastic gun
@@richardrobb6937 I've owned a M&P Shield for over 8 years now as my EDC and it's been such a treat.
The shield in 40 is in my rotation along with the Masada Slim.
so... Taurus... has actually impressed me, they have come a long ways. almost like a nomans sky. great little guns. CZ p-07... one of my top favorites. very nice gun cheaper too.
I got the Taurus GX4 a week ago locally for $299 and with the $50 dollar mail in rebate from Taurus bringing it to $250, It's a heck of a deal. I Also have a Taurus GC3 I got on sale along with a $25 rebate.
where did you go ?
I love my HK VP9sk. Easy to conceal and I carry it with 10+1 (pinky ext.) and w/2 extra 15 rd mags. 😎
Great list 👌🏽🤟🏽
Great video, very well done. I like the way you cover all the bases, well-Thank you-God bless.
Proud and happy owner of 3 G2cs, 3k rounds each, love em all!
The 365 XL Spectre comp is amazing. I love to carry it. Even with a surefire light and red dot it carries very comfortably.
I love seeing my early buying decisions vindicated 😁
My wife got her Canik TP9 Elite SC for $370. 12 + 1 and 15+ 1 with the best trigger on any sub compact.
The PPS M2 has been my EDC for the past 2 years and I love it just recently found out that the early models do have a recall on them but Walther does have the serial numbers on their website of the recalled ones and will fix them and send them back to you for free. Good quality firearm and super comfortable in the hand.
I had that , it’s okay
I just subbed today to your channel. Great content and informative, even to seasoned gun owners like me (35 years). I'm sold 😉 Keep up the good work.
I love my SIG P365!!! I changed to the larger XL grip and that took about 5 minutes. I'll be buying the SIG P365 XL for winter carry with a red dot!
My G48 MOS is Magic! Love it! (W Shield S15 mags, completely reliable - for me)
Recently bought a Ruger Max 9 ($308, optic ready on GunBroker and shoot it well!)
Springfield EMP3 9mm. Sweet gun but a bit heavy for me to carry. I bought it to carry but just don't. Insane Trigger!
S&W CSX, full lefty, wife's carry but every time I shoot it, I want to get one for me. (Looking forward to trigger kits and an optic cut slide in future generations of it.)
PSA Dagger. It Runs!!!
My Taurus G2c is unreliable. It shoots great until it doesn't which is too often. (if there is a worse trigger on any gun in the world, I never want to find out) Totally turned me off to Tarus products.
Awesome video! Quick question. Why the G2C not the G3C? Not arguing, just curious if you prefer the 2.
First Hegshot video I’ve watched. Easy subscribe. Much thanks Homieshot.
You are right Taurus G-2. C. I got one I love it
Love everything about my Glock 19 gen 5, 48,and 43x .
Good video. Good channel. Good, solid content. Well presented, too.
Thank you for your videos. Can you do a list of best California compliant everyday carry weapon?
I bought the hellcat pro only because I own a dodge hellcat 😂 anyway, it’s my EDC and I love that it made it pretty far in this video. It’s a great gun, I’ve only shot 5 different guns and all have been on this video. I would pick my hellcat pro over all of them ❤️ Great video!
I own The Walther Pps M2 and The H&K Vp9sk two fantastic guns.
I would add the Canik SC and the very underrated Beretta APX Carry. But great list things like this help us dealers. Thank you
just got my G2C today thanks foe the video
I rotate between a hellcat pro, shield plus performance center, and GX4 toro all have been great
I just bought a canik TP9 FS on sale for 275.00 at academy sports 4.5 inch barrel holds 18 rounds, haven't shot it yet but the regular price was 375.00..I was told by the sales man that the black color was discontinued that's was why it was a 100 dollars off, had to get such a great deal for a quality 9mm pistol..
Glock 23 gen 5 shoots like a 9mm little recoil I love it
Nice video great info a must see for any one who buys fire arms
My kid recently bought a new Shield 9 Plus for $400, on sale at a fairly expensive shop.
I got the LCP2 in 22LR. Cool little mouse gun. 10 round capacity
The Bersa BP9cc is a great gun at an awesome price. Bersa all around are awesome bang for the buck. It has a great trigger. The Bersa TPR9 and TPR9c are AMAZING for the price. Awesome Trigger again, it is a hammer fire and has an incredibly short trigger reset better than a Sig short trigger reset.
Great list man! ive Been carrying the g26 gen 4 and recently bought the gx4 xl it's been a good little shooter so far
Which one do you prefer?
@@joeyphillips1181 I prefer to carry the gx4 for the most comfort but the 26 is an all time favorite
I keep going back to the 26 I just love the versatility with the mags it’s a highly underrated gun IMO and I carry a p365 and Seecamp also but keep the 26 in rotation cause Glockmags.
Cz p07. It's a great pistol. I carry it cooked and locked because I also like 1911s. But a 9 mm with 18 rounds on board is hard to argue with, especially for around 500 bucks.
I'll be staying tuned in for whether the CR920 knocks off the Shield Plus ll.
Good brass tacks gun information.
Love my M&P Shield 9
Great list.
Hopefully some day Walther gives us an updated PPS…still love mine.
I’m sure they will but it’s taking a while
Another great video. Love the Spectre Comp., Shield Plus. P30 sk V1 / VP9 sk. BTW HK USA just listed 12/15/17 round mags for the VP9 / P30 sk .
CZ P10S , CZ P10C, Canik TP9 SE Compact are fantastic 👌
Id sway the Ruger EC9S with a S&W Shield 1.0 or 2.0. I have three shields and i haven't paid more than $229 for any of them. I think they're a little better option than the EC9S just do to the aftermarket support in holsters and accessories. That is my single most recommended budget gun, its not a super high capacity gun but 7+1 or 8+1 will do the trick pretty much every time.
Haha guess thats what i get for commenting early in the video. But the Shield at least around here is easily available under that $250 price.