What's the best CCW out of these 4&why?Ruger380pocket,380max micro,Ruger9mm micro,springfield 1911micro3"9mm,springfield Hellcat micro3"9mm?Criteria consideration as fallows but not prioritized:Capacity,weight,size,comfort for all day,accuracy, handling, recoil,reliability,looks, price to be taken into some consideration but not as important as the rest(yet a small factor).As in previous question,looks of the 1911is my fav& suggested to go with my heart but what about the other factors;Size,etc?

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Tom H. · Answer

I would go with the non-polymer 1911.  It is what you want.  The others will just disappoint.  For the trigger if nothing else.

Jason L. · Answer

Funny you don't have the Kimber Micro 9 in there as that's what we've been checking out & discussing lately at my LGS. At my LGS, we all like it because it's basically a mini 1911. Considering we are all partial to 1911's , it's no surprise we like the Kimber Micro 9.

James G. · Answer

Hi Mike and welcome back. Of the models mentioned, I am partial to the Springfield Hellcat Micro 9mm. I own two, one of which my wife carries, and I carry my Springfield XDM Elite 10mm. Different firearms will be judged differently by different folks. A small carry pistol for a 5-foot 6 person will be vastly different than for a 6-foot 3 country boy. I recommend going to a brick and mortar and handling each and picking the best feeling one for you. Cheers and stay safe!

Teresa W. · Answer

Hello!! Everyone's body type is different and what fits me may not fit you. I carry a Taurus GX4 in a OWB holster from Rounded.

Kevin M. · Answer

The Springfield Hellcat would be my choice but you have to conceal it. Reliable and ergonomically pleasing. 👍🏻

Ric F. · Answer

Good evening to you!! First of all from one vet to another thank you for your service. What is comfortable to me may not be comfortable to you. I also believe in Clint Smith adage of a CCW firearm should be comforting over comfortable. I have a micro Springfield Armory 1911 in 45acp that was my go to gun when carrying. I have since switched to the micro 9's due to capacity. I carry a Springfield Armory Hellcat for the last 3 months and love it. I switch to the hellcat from a S&W M&P Shield. Mostly because of the number of rounds the Hellcat can be loaded with. If you really want a 1911 you won't be satisfied with anything but. But, be aware the the micro 1911's are a handful. So with that being said, buy the hellcat and save for a full size 1911. You may also want to see what your friends are carrying and how they like or dislike the firearm. Go to a quality gun store and try out as many as you can and see how well they fit your hand. Hope this helps. Have a good rest of your day. 
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