Top 5 Carry Guns for 2023!
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We take a look at my top pics for concealed carry handguns for 2023.
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Still carrying my trusty CZ P01. Can't believe no CZs in the top 5.
Rip
Americans are slowly learning cz is where it's at.
@@DanaOrtiz ma
I was surprised as well
It's not cause CZ isn't wonderful it's just variety is the spice of life.
S&W Shield Plus Performance Center w/ 4" barrel. Before I encountered it, I only would carry SA/DA hammer fired. Now, I almost always carry my Shield Plus, the trigger is phenomenal, it sits in my hand perfectly, and it conceals very easily. Been carrying it for about 2 years now and put hundreds of rounds through it, I can't praise it enough.
Couldn't agree more!
Do you have the ported one? If so, how aggressive is the compensation effect from it? I have an optics ready smith and Wesson shield plus, but I wanted to see If I could trade it in for the PC ported 4 inch one.
@@inferninx Mine isn't ported. My personal preference about the ports, their effect on muzzle flip is negligible, would only ever want them on a comp gun, never a carry.
People sleep on the 4” shield for some reason.
Easily one of the best on the market.
I have a S&W sheild M&P 9mm I love it it's perfect to conceal and small enough for me
Tim, I really enjoy this type of video. I mentioned in a previous video comment that you and Honest Outlaw are the only reviewers I trust. I may not always agree you and/or Honest Outlaw and you may not always agree with each other but you are both upfront honest reviewers.
And by the way, I do totally agree and love the P365 Macro!
Thanks Wayne, and thanks for watching.
Agreed. Waiting on the FN Reflex reviews by MAC and Honest Outlaw. Might one up the 365.
I carry the p365x and g45 gen 5. The sig is so easy to conceal it’s kinda silly to carry the g45 but I love that pistol so when I can wear heavier clothing, I do carry it.
I have carried concealed for work and off duty now for 32 years (recently retired) around the country and in foreign countries, so you learn a great deal about what works and what doesn't by trial and error. I have carried a Hellcat (not pro) the better part of 2 years now off duty and have been pretty satisfied, but I'm always on the prowl for the next thing. Choices in this area are really pretty subjective. What works for one may not for another. We live in fantastic times with so many great options. Back in the late 80's and early 90's it was pretty much snub noses. Appreciate your channel's info. I find it rather interesting.
I'm surprised the S&W Shield Plus. I loved my Shield but when they came out with the Plus I traded my old one in for the new one right away.
That's the one I want o have the sheild M&P right now I need to upgrade
Totally agree, I love my shield plus and the performance center 4 inch version with optic .
@@lisajudkins6265 The S&W shield plus really is a great choice , my wife loves to carry it and is really proficient with it.
My edc is the LCP Max and I love it. Been that way since it came out.
Same.
TBTH, I have no issues being left handed with non-ambi firearms. I learned over time to adapt, mainly because I want my firearms to be easy enough for a right handed shooter to manipulate. I also believe in practicing as you fight, and if I can use a non-ambi firearm without skipping a beat I can pick up just about any firearm and continue the fight.
Good video though. I appreciate watching yours as well as others when it comes to opinions about firearms.
I recently sold my sig p365x to get the macro and couldn’t be more happy with it. It’s extremely accurate for having a 3” barrel. Only 300 rounds through it so far but no malfunctions!
Nice firearm, but I have heard time and again, that they have corrosion issues. Note, I own a Sig 365.
@@jayp4114 every gun that I’ve owned has had rust issues until I coated them with ballistol. No rust after some good ole ballistol…
I just started carrying my xmacro so I can't speak on rust issues but I've ran just shy of 900 rounds through mine and it's ran perfectly even without regular cleaning
Outstanding pistol , I got one a few months ago , I wanted a smaller lighter carry gun for work but I have large hands and most compact just dont cut it , never could get a good grip purchase for my pinky , the macro is perfect, add the 17 round mag in such a compact gun , win win
@@jayp4114 I doubt if you've heard "time and again" about the "SO CALLED CORROSION ISSUES. You may have heard some Glock guys trashing sigs that's "par for the coarse" No-one believes glock guys anyway!
I've been carrying my 365XL for a couple years now. Fits me perfectly and has, for me, perfect point of aim. I did add the Wilson Combat grip module which made it even better.
Add a P365 Xmacro grip module, to your gun, with 17 rounds and you'll like it even better plus have 17 rounds and changeable back straps!
That’s my wife’s EDC too. I carried it a few times. She got the factory Romeo 1 package, and I set it up in an AIWB Alien gear holster for it. Great combo. For me, it’s a little small in my hands, and I’m not a huge 9mm fan. It’s a perfectly acceptable round, it’s just not my go-to.
The Canik Mete MC9 is the perfect size and capacity for me. It just might be my edc for a VERY long time. My 509CC Edge is also great for winter carry
Love canik, I carry my rival sometimes and despite being slightly bigger than a Glock 34 it’s super lightweight and I don’t even notice the size when it’s on my belt
Might get the MC9 eventually as a beach gun
@@S1deshowRob I really like them too. I own the TP9 Elite Combat Executive and it’s also an amazing pistol! I love the fact my TP9 mags can fit the MC9. My favorite brand of firearm is CZ but Canik is my second in line
@@RepentorPerish77 same here, I have a P10 as well and I love it, the trigger is almost as good as the walther/canik models.
My LGS had an elite combat executive come in a few weeks ago, they wanted to show it to me next time I came in but it didn’t last 24 hours there lmao
Have just got the sig 365 tacops this week, put 150 rounds through it and am in love. Love the extended slide release and flared mag well.
The new S&W Shield Plus is surprisingly nice. Slightly bigger than something like a P365, but exponentially more comfortable to shoot. Variants available with optics cuts, tritium sights, etc. The original Shield sort of launched the whole "micro 9mm" craze, and it's good to see it get some updates.
He’s paid by sig
Been carrying a Shield Plus for 6 months. Got 2000 rounds through it without one single malfunction. Easy to conceal. Just love it.
Sig is king
The S&W Equalizer is excellent also. The hammer firing mechanism is better than a striker IMHO.
@Southern Yankee sig is my most hated brand under glock, don't know where you got that thought from
I'm really liking my Glock 43x with s15 mags. I've shot a few hundred rounds through it and it's been flawless.
Get the PSA mags instead
Really nice to see the G48 on this list. I recently got its brother the 43X mos, and i like it way more than i was expecting to. I agree that these "intermediate size" handguns are phenomenal.
8:24 Ruger's low recoil compared to a Walther PPK is because the Ruger has a locked breech. Blowback actions have added recoil apart from that gained from the momentum of the projectile. Think of them as a form of over-gassed, gas operated actions.
I'm very happy with my S&W M&P .380 EZ. Great ergonomics; nice heft, so recoil is almost imperceptible, but not so heavy it drops your pants to your ankles. Smooth, easy trigger action. Grip safety like a 1911; just a great all-around gun; don't know why it doesn't get more love.
I steered a friend towards buying one, she is very happy with it.
My wife loves hers
Got my wife the shield 1.0 years ago but she has trouble racking most handguns. About to get the ez 9 for her. I have .380s but only in guns small enough that they can't be chambered in 9mm. I figure since there's no significant size, weight or cost savings, why not go for the more effective cartridge. Although, I plan to have her shoot both and decide. If she can handle the .380 recoil even better, I'd rather her be accurate with something less effective than inaccurate with something more effective because missed shots don't help.
What!!!!!! 380 is best when it's in a 1911 like that Browning arms or baby Rock Island or Citadel 1911 in 380. And guess what it has the sweet trigger pull found on the full size 1911
Amen that is what I carry.
I carry a Sig P365 every day. One of the original versions but found the extended mag works well for me.
Nice, a few of my friends carry one of those, I shot one myself, it's a pretty good quality firearm but it's a little too small for my hands through
Yep first gen 365 with the 12 round mag is the way to go
I carry P365xl with the red dot on it as my daily carry.
@@christopherjones8149 I added a Hogue Handall sleeve to my P365 and it really enhanced the feel.
@@MrTennc okay, I'll give them a look when I buy my P365. Thanks 👍👍👍
I think that the FN Reflex is looking promising.
I held one today … it’s the best feeling micro gun on the market and the trigger is outstanding
Love finding both of my two EDC guns on a list like this.
I pretty much agree with your top 5 completely. I would add the p365xl in for the 10mm though. The macro is a bit much for me in the summer months. But here in Michigan 7-8 months of the year are cold enough to need extra layers of clothing, so the macro is my choice the majority of the year.
The CZ P10S is my EDC. With some spring, trigger and magazine mods it is my go-to. It didn't require the mods, it did shoot very well and reliably out of the box, Blazer brass to SIG +P ammunition.
Same here. Also carry the 10C sometimes.
the S with +2 extensions and 15 rounders as extras.
CZ P10s optic ready is my edc. Its the perfect size for me, shoots better than a g43 or p365, and still conceals very well. The EPS carry makes shooting feel like cheating
Thanks for the video!
I recently picked up a S&W shield plus performance center...love the thing
Carrying my g29 just about everywhere.
I'm suprised there was no CZ on the list. In the past, and for some time, Tim carried a CZ. However, they haven't really introduced a contender for the 365's crown.
I thought the same thing. He used to brag on them so much and Mac was real big on having a hammer fired gun for appendix carry…he said it was a no brainer smart and his wife would be upset if he shot his peepee off….and now CZ doesn’t even make his top 5, hammer fired guns aren’t even mentioned…..I’ve learned Mac is fickle
I carry a North American Arms Guardian 380. Several holsters are available that will fit in the back pocket of a pair of jeans. Long t-shirt and nobody knows you have it.
Solid choices. Happy I watched the video.
Masada slim is an excellent choice. Top notch quality and really competitively priced.
The Smith & Wesson Shield Plus has been my everywhere except bear country EDC since about 3 months after they came out. It comes with factory mags of 10, and 13 rounds, however, they recently came out with factory 15 round mags. This gun feels awesome to shoot with those 2 extra rounds because I’ve got big hands and it gives me even more grip while not printing much more at all than the 13 rounders! Plus, now I’m up to Glock 19 capacity in a waaay smaller package that is honestly just as accurate, and has a much better trigger!! However, I still have to carry the LCP Max at work because we have a no weapons policy.
I only own 2 guns so far and they are the Macro and LCP Max. I agree with this list. One of my next purchases will be the Hellcat Pro. Great video.
The p365xl is just the sweet spot for me. Bought a year or two ago, and still love it. Going to buy a new slide so I can use my irons of choice, and so I don't lose my rear sight when mounting an optic. I can totally see how someone would go with the Macro though.
For my smaller carry I have the p365. I have the XL frame so I can convert it to a 365x, but having the ability to start at the smallest size and increase is very convenient and versatile. The macro was interesting, tried it, thought the comp cuts were a gimmick, and increasing to this size defeats the purpose of the 365 (granted for bigger hands I can see the appeal). I noticed they have models now without the built in comp and I am sure the frames are on the way. Might be more interested again once we see more models and aftermarket parts (Wilson). Great list though.
I run the 365 or the G26 with no light and no red dot.. I like them sleek and as easy to carry as possible
Masada Slim, Arex Delta M, Shield Plus are mine. I own others, but these are my most commonly carried.
Thank you for including the G48!
I think I’d replace the Hellcat for the Shield Plus with its new 15 round mag. I think it has a better trigger than the Hellcat. Only thing is it doesn’t have an accessory rail. You can install a TLR6 on it like I have, but it’s less lumens than a 7a or 7Sub. The other option is a Warriorland light and holster combo. I’d like to see what holsters you think would be best for all those guns you mentioned. Thanks for the video!
Exactly I just upgraded from the 2.0 to the shield plus optics ready and for the price you get optics capable Smith and Wesson with tritium night sights you can use 10 13 15 round magazine and not have a bulky boat anchor and at it's size it out shoots full size guns in a smaller package it's just that accurate
@@9mmthroatpunch211 came to say this.
TLR6 is basically a waste of a light. 100 Lumens is an aim here light, since all it’s gonna do is give your target a point to shoot back at. Idk why smith hasn’t made a railed shield plus model yet, but perhaps they care more about holster compatibility with legacy holsters people already own than innovating and creating a better platform.
Two words: Equa lizer. Three mags up to 15 +1, light rail, optics ready, hammer fired, easy rack, no recoil, fantastic egos, made in America. It ticks literally every box.
@@wigglesticker my shield is optic ready and takes 15 round mags. I’d argue the ergo and grip comfort. No rail on the shield, yet I have a light/laser on it and that grip safety is a no go for me.
For years I’ve carried a Glock 19 MOS. However, I have started carrying my Macro as well. I have the EPS Carry multi-reticle. Such a great gun. Looking at the TLR 7 sub as well.
Nice Setup!
I carrying my archon type b. It was my second handgun, and I still love shooting.
I’ve gone completely full circle in the last year. My primary carry is still my Ruger SP101 in 327 Fed Mag but if I feel the need to increase capacity to a craptastic plastic it’s back to my tried and true Glock 26. Shield Plus and P365 can stay in the safe.
Surprised the M&P shield didn't make the cut
Low round count really hurts it. It was amazing a decade ago.
The shield plus is OK but I definitely think Sig 365XL/macro has it beaten
@@timunderbakke8756 thats true, the plus is the better one forgot to add that in on my comment. And what is the advantages the 365XL/Macro have over the Shield Plus/2.0Compact
Edit: take into consideration I'm fairly new to firearms but not unfamiliar so what might be nuance to you might not be to me, for example idk by memory the barrel lengths, or over length, etc.
Eh MP Shield Plus Performance Center ported is one of the most underrated carry guns. With a full sized grip using 15 rd mags it’s a great one.
@@timunderbakke8756 I think when one considers all the problems Sig has with their products they don’t have anyone beat except on their concepts.
@@oleboy7615 i just wouldn’t buy their first Gen anything because it seems like we are the beta testers. But after the first run they generally have all bugs worked out and they run pretty well.
My vote is for the Walther PPS M2 for summer carry; and HK VP9 SK in winter
My usual EDC is an XDs .45, but I recently acquired a Walther CCP for a really good price. So, I'm now rotating my EDC to include the CCP, because I'm really loving their grips. The XDs has that 'hand grenade' texture that just bites the hell out of your hand, but the Walther's curly texture is sort of soft feeling. Fun fact: The CCP actually fits the XDs' IWB and OWB holsters!!
My dad had a PPS and it was very pleasant to shoot for its size, and I was able to shoot it well too.
Been carrying for close to 30 years, carried many different guns over the years from revolvers to 1911s , my personal favorite and current is S&W Shield plus . Traded my Glock 43 after several failures at range and never been happier , carry with 13+1 and back up 15 rd mag. Got around 1000 through it and never had an issue.
I carry the 365 XL with Macro 17 round mag, TLR 7A light, and EPS carry red dot! I love it light weight easy to conceal and you forget it’s even there.
Main reason I will go with a 1911. Over every other gun from my everyday care is. The trigger you can't get that type of trigger In a glock. Not to mention it's what I grew up shooting so. It's what I feel the most comfortable with and what I am most confident using
Gone to the Hellcat Pro with the Holosun 407K for my main carry because 15 rounds, it carries and just shoot well for me. Did do the MCarbo upgrades to improve the trigger etc and now prefer it over the 365 XL, G48, G19. Glad we got so many good options. Agree for field carry, a good 10mm is hard to beat.
Love my Hellcat Pro as well. I went with the Apex flat trigger package, Lakeline steel striker sleeve, Hyve mag extensions and mag release, Streamlighr tlr 7 sub light, and topped it with a Holosun 407K. Perfect size and fit my hand well. The only thing I'm going to change is the 407K for the new EPS carry closed emitter optic.
Ditto on the Hellcat Pro.
Just ordered an fn510. Cant wait to get it. Thanks for the great video.
I have been caring a FN510 close to a year now, Love it. And finally, some of the top leather holster companies are offering leather holsters for the FN510. You can't go wrong with 10mm. I am 6'6" at 350lbs and the FN510 fits me well.
Mac I am digging the British/ Rhodesian looking camo you are rocking.
You gotta have the shorts to complete the look though 😂
I absolutely love my PDP Compact. I prefer thicker grips on my guns generally. The shape and texturing also feels perfect in the hands. The trigger is the nicest trigger I've used on a stock pistol. The large slide with very generous "serrations", if you can even called them that, make it really easy to get a grip on the slide. I honestly very rarely shot pistols and never carried before getting my PDP because I didn't like any pistol I've held or shot up to that point. Now it's my carry gun. I bring it every range trip and it's one of my favorite guns to shoot.
Dat muzzle flip tho
Learn to grip the gun properly
just switched from a gen 5 g19 to a hellcat pro and it is much nicer to carry and after getting comfy shooting my glock the recoil is more noticeable but nothing that can't be managed so I have been much happier with the comfort of the hellcat pro in terms of the frame thickness in the waistband
I can't wait to see your full review on the p365x macro. I've been waiting for quite some time to get your thoughts on it. Everyone else was raving about it and and I've been waiting on what your thoughts are on it. You've never steered me wrong on a sig product yet. I've avoided what you've had trouble with and I've purchased what you've loved.
I’m a Glock Boy, own several and carried a 48. I recently went to a a Sig X Micro. Love the ergonomics and capacity. I pairs well with a Vedder IWB holster. 👍
Love my LCP MAX. Best upgrade is the Sigurd MAX Trigger from Galloway Precision. I disagree though: at it's weight, it is very snappy for me with my large hands. It doesn't deter me from carrying it daily in the summer nor dumping a ton of rounds through it at the range though. Cheap too. Love Ruger.
I concur, it's a snappy little gun and I'm a bigger guy myself
Mine is comfy to shoot. I don't think it's "snappy". I did have to play with and adjust my grip till it worked. If your hands are big enough to palm a basketball, any compact gun is tough to hold without some intentional adjustment.
@@thewatcher611 agreed. I guess I should say it’s “snappy” for what it is. It’s directly related to the weight and grip size for sure. My buddy just snagged a SIG P238 and the recoil feel is night and day between the two.
Like I mentioned, in no way do I think the recoil pattern/feel should deter anyone from buying or carrying the MAX.
Sold my Max to get the 365-380, would never go back
100 💯
P365XL new optic cut is my EDC now. Love it!
Use to carry and love my CZ P07. Now carry a Walther PDP F w holosun509. Fits my old small hands and old bad eyes.
I carry a P365XL. Great shooter. Easy to carry.
G19 for me. I want to know that the (tool) I’m carrying goes bang every time. I am confident that I can protect my family and myself in a serious situation. It eats everything I’ve put in it and more upgrades you can shake a stick at if you want or need. I really like the gen 5 so not much to add, it’s great right out of the box. Optics are nice, but most life on the line situations are within 7yards and most people can hit center mass at that distance. My Ruger LCRx is also good in a pinch, goes bang every time. Good video. Thanks.
Way to stay stuck in 2010! I'm right there with you though. If it ain't broke don't fix it. Although I do find myself grabbing my 26 just as much here lately as the 19.
All modern handguns go bang everytime dude 😆😆
@Joshua James your joking right?
I just switched back to the MR920 with a RMR. I just really like the way the RMR rides on the gun.
I have two out of your five: LCP MAX and the Glock 48. I initially had two problems with the Max but Ruger got that straightened out. It runs very well now. I stoke it with the Federal Hydra Shok Deep which is, I think, a game changer for.380. The Max is an anywhere gun. The Glock 48 I can hide easily under a Polo shirt.
Love my heavily modded G48. However, If I had do it over, it would be a Shield Plus PC w/ 15rd mags.
Which one do you think has the edge the M&P you listed or the P365XL/Macro.
@@williammorales3859 I think you can't go wrong either way. Personally, I'd go Shield Plus PC. Easier to conceal, better trigger (although I've only dry fired the Macro). The Macro gives you 2 more rounds, but for that I carry a Walther PDP compact (18+1).
I hope they come out with more holsters for the MC9
Glad to see you reviewing the Springfield Hellcat. I was looking for your opinion before I bought a Hellcat.
I carry the macro as well and just got my wife the 365 Rose with is a girly color scheme of the macro for my wife because she seen it and loved it and loves that Lena had a hand in the design
We the people holsters and claws suck. I had 2 holsters and 6 claws break in a 6 month time frame for just wearing the holster while doing general chores and activities. WTP did not replace any of the items when they broke. Their belts however are awesome and i recommend them to anyone, the Cobra buckle is great and the belts can handle alot of tension and stress. They can handle 18KN (kilonewtons) or 4046.56 Lbs of force on the belt and 9KN or about 2000 LBs of force for the buckle. They claim this on the buckle itself, its etched in with the patent info. I personal used mine one to to wrap around the frame of a car stuck in the snow and attached the tow rope to it and was able to help a car get out of the snow but idk how much force that put on the belt and buckle because the stuck car had AWD and just needed my help getting out of the area it was in. Great belts, bad holsters. Good cloths.
Don't like claws. The teeth wear a hole in my pants.
I love pocket carry but always with a holster! The Vedder Pocket Locker is perfect for my SIG P365 with the XL grip. I always want that trigger guard completely covered!
Very well done. Some great solid choices! I would feel well armed with any of these choices. And more! We live in an age where the choices of excellant firearms is amazing.
God bless all here.
I guessed right! I figured you'd be carrying the Macro. I carry the XL with a Wilson grip, and a 507k. I really like the EPS, though. Eventually I'll swap one in. I used to carry the 43X, but I kept getting slide bite with my preferred high grip. Glock really needs to extend that beavertail in my opinion!
Glad to see a Springfield make the list, quality firearm!!
I’m a fan of the 365XL. More concealable than the macro but still large enough I can shoot well. I agree the original 365 doesn’t work for me outside of a pocket gun with maybe a 2-finger grip on a good day
My edc is a Colt Officers 45ACP. I'm "old school". I have full size colt 1911s but Officer is easier to hide even with a loose T shirt IWB. I will only carry a pistol with grip safety and/or manual safety. When I holster my thumb is back of slide. I'm always cocked and locked. I carry two spare 10 round mags. Very thin, I don't feel it under pillow at night.
one comment about the Xmacro with the integrated "comp" that I didn't know before I bought it. if you shoot a serious course of fire, like a high round count class, the slide gets VERY hot. it doesn't take rapid fire blazing down, either. i'm not exactly sure of how many rounds/minute it would take to burn you, but I can definitely say it feels achievable in concentrated practice.
Shield Plus is vastly underrated.
Shield 🛡 + PC for the win!
Not a gun guy,..dont really like shooting that much,....I researched far and wide and got the Shield plus over everything else out there,....need reliability first ,...pls tell me i didnt make a mistake,.........I havent even shot it yet,...its almost a year old. yeah,..i'm lame
Shoot it. When it comes to a lifesaving device, you need to be confident. Train.
@@5664788 You made an excellent choice for a 1st gun. 👍 That being said, if your not familiar with operating it and proficient using it.....well......my recommendations would be take a basic safety and training class first, and hit the range several times until you feel comfortable handling it. Hopefully you will never NEED to use it. But learning in a time of crisis could end in disaster.
I recently purchased the
S&W M&P 2.0 10MM, and I feel exactly the same way about this gun that you feel about the 510. I have yet to shoot the 510, but I am looking forward to trying it out.
I've been eyeballing those since they came out. It just seems every time I go to buy one I wind up purchasing something else.
@@FuzedBox I know what mean. I have the same problem. 😆
Too many folks in YT showing stoppages with S&W’s 10mm…
@@mdd1963 That's good to know and something worth looking into. What drew me to the M&P 2.0 10mm was its higher capacity and how crisp the trigger felt for a polymer striker.
@@mdd1963 That's interesting, I'll have to check it out. I have not had any problems with mine with about 500 rounds.
I rock a shield plus in the summer and the 4” 2.0 in the winter. I’ve rotated through them all though. HellCat, 365,G48, CZ P10s, P320 x compact and several others. I really like the ergonomics and grip texture on the smiths but the G48 I would pick up again since the S15 mags are out and doing well.
My daily is my Smith and Wesson m&p9 m2.0 compact optics ready with a thumb safety and flat face trigger. I LOVE it!! Shoots extremely well, conceals well on me, great round capacity for what it is. It's 9mm which is cheap and easy to come by and cheap to shoot. I carry it in an urban carry G3 holster and it's VERY comfortable to carry. In certain types of clothing, it does print but people think it's just my phone or something and it's really not all that terrible. They even say on the website, you can't wear very tight or form fitting pants with these. I wear Walmart bought wranglers at work and it works perfectly in those, even the slim straight ones.
I have the S&W sheild M& P 9mm I love my gun very easy to conceal and comfortable to wear
I like the M2.0 Compact 13563 OR, no Thumb Safety, flat trigger.
Tim - for a fairly long time, you seemed to really love your CZ P-01s (P-01 and P-01 Omega), especially after you had them "Cajunized" (Cajun Gun Works). Was there some inherent issue you discovered that made you re-evaluate using them as your EDC, or was it simply you found you preferred the P365's (Macro/XL) smaller form factor or some other quality? The P-01s are a joy to shoot; wondering what made you change your mind about carrying them. Thanks.
I know your comment was directed at Tim, but after three days perhaps I can share my P-01 experience. I love my P-01 Omega, but if you are considering one, be aware that their decocker design has an inherent flaw in design. Within about 500 rounds the small internal lever broke on mine and CZ has not had replacements available for years now. I am not aware of any alternative from Cajun, I have looked extensively on their site, but I haven't called them or anything. I ended up learning how to silver solder and fixed it myself (it was worth it for me since I don't like it as much with the safety installed). Otherwise, it is one of my favorites to shoot. After helping a friend test their p365 with about 400 rounds of ammo, I absolutely loved it, so I got one and that is my edc now. I have had no trouble with it thus far. Just my experience and ymmv, hope it helps!
Doubt he did, has to make videos to make money.
@@mastabugfish Thank you - I much appreciate your reply! It is really troubling to learn of your decocker issue. I was thinking of picking up another one, but hearing of your experience and the fact that CZ and Cajun have no replacement parts or design upgrades - this gives me major pause. Would you know if this is a common issue? Does the CZ P-01 Omega have any other function or dependability issues that you know of? The P365 is a great, dependable firearm...until now I had thought the P-01 Omega was too. Thank you Pro2A!
We think the P365-XMACRO, Holosun 507K X2, and Streamlight TLR-7 Sub is an excellent choice for everyday carry. We need to get an EPS on a pistol so we can test it.
What holster do you use with that setup?
@@rlm3051 ours
Thank you
CZ P07 for me. Big fan of DA/SA as I carry appendix and enjoy my pp attached.
I’ve carried a sig 239 for a long time but recently bought the LCP Max for pocket carry. It’s got some recoil but manageable. My biggest complaint is the sights seems a few inches low, I’ve started just training to index it rather than take a full sight picture
Thanks for sharing enjoyed your list great guns carry a sw shield 2.0
I recommend, as an alternative, the Shadow Systems CR920, a subcompact that is designed to shoot like a full-size pistol. Made in the USA in Plano, TX. OK, so didn't go for the Shadow Systems, so now it's the Wilson Combat SFT9. LOL
Hellcat Pro, the Sig’s don’t feel right in my hand and I’d prefer a trigger dingus.
Now how about revolvers? I know that they’re not as popular as they used to be, but do bear in mind that some folks still carry them even to this day. Hopefully we’ll see more revolvers in this channel soon, especially since Henry had just released their Big Boy line of them.
True, I know quite a few people who prefer the likes of the Ruger revolvers.
I agree, I carry a RIA AL3.1 in .357 or my Kimber Ultra Carry II in .45!
I have a blued Taurus 650 and it hasn't left my side in 3 years. Everything about that revolver is solid and the only change has been the Hogue monogrip which allows me a full grip.
For summer time I carry 2 S&W 642 Revolvers. One in each front pocket. Both in leather pocket holsters. With one in each pocket things look balanced and don't scream gun.
If things look like they might go sideways. I can put my hands on the grips and not seem threatening to bystanders.
thanks!
My EDC is an FN510 tactical, AIWB with the 15rd in the gun and the 22rd magazine in my magazine pocket on my hip. 38 rounds of 10mm at the ready gives me complete peace of mind. I keep a 15rd mag loaded with underwood xtreme penetration rounds for going up in the woods, in the vehicle. I don’t carry small pistols for carry convenience, I carry the weapon I want to have in the fight when it happens.
To each their own.
What the hell is wrong with Japanese sports cars??
A guy on SIGTalk recently shared the death of his friend who bled out after shooting himself in the leg with a striker-fired pistol without a manual safety. I grew up carrying Glocks, S&W's, FN's et al. without a manual safety, but over five years ago I started carrying the SIG P229 chambered in .357 SIG, .40 S&W and 9mm and never looked back. I'm not a big guy at 5'10", but I carry it very well AIWB. I also carry a Langdonized Beretta PX4 Storm Compact which is slightly smaller. Not only are these guns safer, but they shoot better than any gun on your list by a long mile. I do think the SIG P365 Macro is a vast improvement over the P320, but I would never carry one without a manual safety. That said, I don't like manual safeties, so I am still in love with my P229.
I just recently got a chance to shoot a Hellcat and found it to be very accurate as well as ergonomic. My G2C is my EDC but I am working my GX4 into my carry rotation. I still carry my M&P Shield on occasion. I'm thinking about getting a LCP Max to work into my pocket backup rotation because the round count beats my TCP and Bodyguard. Thanks for the video and have a great evening.
Xmacro-fits great in the hand and it conceals easily.
We the people holsters are garbage. People who never had a quality holster might think they’re okay.
Last I checked they don't even make light bearing holsters which is a 🙅🏾♂️ in my book
So what holsters do you suggest?
@@Botzz28 tier 1 concealed are good, PRICEY but good.. also QVO tactical have some good holsters
They have vastly improved over the last couple of years
@@Botzz28 I have 3 Vedder holsters and no issues. IWB for an SR22, OWB VP9 and IWB CZpo7. All 3 have the claw option and the 1.5" and 1.75" belt width options.
Longtime Glock guy (like 30 years). Sold my 43x MOS & replaced it with the IWI Masada S. Better trigger, more useful grip angle and I love mine. I am hoping to see a review soon on this little gun. Holster selection isn’t quite there yet, but maybe better as time goes by.
The regular Masada was trash lol you get an apex or johnny Glocks trigger in that 43x it makes a huge difference
Good list!🙂
I carry the P365 and also have the P365 X. Really love this 365 X and I carry everyday, mine doesn’t show any rust what so ever and I have around 1500 rds down range so far. I use Talon grips on all my guns, the rubber type.
I overlook the political stance and carry a Hellcat Pro. It is a fantastic firearm for me. Nothing against any on your list, all solid choices. I’m actually considering moving to an X Maco Tacops myself. Great video.
Glock boys with the Major W as always. It’s okay that some of y’all don’t prefer Glock but to try to knock glock and say they are trash is comical.
But the fact is glock doesn’t even make the best glock now
Point is Glock is a Toyota Corolla; Shadow Systems, CZ and other companies have surpassed Glock.
The most unreliable handgun (by far )in my group of friends, is a bone stock Glock. It makes me laugh so hard. I am not talking trash, i now it's fluke but it is hilarious watching him struggle to get a complete mag through "the most reliable gun made"
Glock definetly are NOT trash, once their patent expired, competitors copied Glock and advanced on their design. Shadow Systems is one such example.
Sure they work. Thats it. They sell the same gun every year.
10mm forever!!! I’ll still CCW 9mm and .380 though. Being narrow and light are my major requirements. I ankle carried for many years, but begrudgingly agree that I be ready to present it faster. I recently bought a 48X MOS and I love it.
I just purchased the S&W Equalizer and really happy with it.
I like the hellcat pro, but I hate the mini finger grooves. I hope they do away with them like Glock did.
Good guns on the list. HK VP9SK took the CCW spot for me and is commonly overlooked