Considering SR9 purchase

[Arkayem]

I am considering buying an SR9 at the next gunshow that will be in Savannah, GA on Oct 18. My purpose is to buy a good reliable handgun for self-protection and the occassional concealed carry. From what I have read, the SR9 fits that bill.

I have not yet found a range or a person with an SR9 to be able to shoot one, so I will have to go by the feel of it in my hand and the feel of the trigger pull at the gun show to make my final decision.

I know that there were some major modifications done since the original SR9 was released, especially to the trigger. I also know there was a recall and I think changes were made to the safety.

My question:
How can I check to be sure the SR9 I buy has all the latest changes? Is there a particular serial number after which all SR9's have all the latest changes?

Thanks,

Russ

 

[Gregg1LE]

It will have a D shaped mag release button and a 331 serial # prefix.

 

[Anonymous]

If concealed carry is a considering at all, I'd recommend the SR9c. It's much easier to conceal, especially when using the 10 round mag, but it turns into a great home protection piece with the included 17 round mag.

I have both an SR9 and SR9c, but if I could only have one, it'd probably be the C.

 

[Arkayem]

Thanks for the serial number info!

I considered the SR9C, but my experience is that accuracy suffers with smaller guns, and I want to be able to go to the range and actually hit my targets.

Also, my wife will be using this gun, and she has never even fired a handgun of any type. I thought a larger gun with a relatively easy trigger pull would be best for her.

I will probably not conceal it very often. If I decide I want to conceal more regularly, I will probabaly buy an SR9C.

Thanks,

Russ

 

[tookalisten]

The SR9 is my "nightstand" home protection unit and I am very happy with it. I have the Crossbreed Supertuck for it; but rarely carry it anymore.

I now prefer the LCP or LCR for pocket carry.

 

[Anonymous]

Accuracy is not an issue with the slightly shorter barrel, I'll include a video to prove it. If the shooter can do their part, then gun is as accurate as the SR9.

The SR9c is just more versatile with the ability to conceal it, plus the 17 round magazine with the adapter plate turns the grip into a full size SR9 feeling grip for those that don't like the smaller grip.

Just something to consider.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5JRZX8_TpM

 

[Lateck]

Accuracy is not an issue with the slightly shorter barrel. If the shooter can do their part, then gun is as accurate as the SR9.

The SR9c is just more versatile with the ability to conceal it, plus the 17 round magazine with the adapter plate turns the grip into a full size SR9 feeling grip for those that don't like the smaller grip.

I'll agree 100% to the above statement!


Lateck,

 

[jstanfield103]

SR9c is the way to go, No problems with accuracy at all. Just consintrate on sight controll.

 

[NixieTube]

If you don't like the extra safety features, it's advisable not to buy the gun. When I say that I mean you should think about whether you like the manual safety and the loaded chamber indicator. If you buy the gun and don't like those features afterward, then you shouldn't have spent the money, and you will probably wish you hadn't. On the other hand, for a lot of people they're some of the reasons they buy the gun in the first place. This is why it's nice to go to a gun show and take a careful look - because you have the choice at that point.

Don't worry so much about the barrel length in terms of "accuracy". Both of these pistols are accurate guns. What you're looking for and what you really want is the pistol that fits you the best for your intended use at the price you're willing to pay. The one that makes you the most comfortable, fits your hand and physique best, and the one that you will enjoy shooting and learning to shoot well, and therefore the one you will use well and carry. It's a simple formula, but "The Gun You Like Most is the Gun You Will Shoot Well."

The SR9 fullsize and c version are both accurate guns. They're not "one-off" competition pistols but neither are they priced as such. Instead, your emphasis is: "What am I going to use it for?" and "Do I get a little smile every time I pick it up?"

And there, I agree with others here - as a CCW weapon the compact version is the way to go. The larger SR9 can be used as a carry gun but really, if you have the choice and intend to use it for CCW, buy the Compact. Your wife using the gun only emphasizes that, particularly if she's going to carry concealed also.

Finally, one consideration that you'll undoubtedly have after you purchase your SR9c is that the slide is stiff when you first get it and the serrations are a little sharp. If your wife finds that unpleasant at the beginning, break the gun in yourself first. She should be with you at the show, and hopefully you will both get a chance to rack the slide and dry-fire the gun. If not, find a dealer that will let you. It gets easier after the first 100 rounds. The slides on these guns come from the factory pretty stiff. It's a little break-in plus technique: put a bit more snap into the motion to overcome the initial static friction. Voila!

 

[Arkayem]

Thanks for all the great inputs!

I have watched the Hickock45 videos where he shoots the SR9c. I have shot guns all my life, and been in the military, but I can only hope to shoot half as well as he does.

My wife will come with me to the gun show and verify that she likes whatever we decide to get. We can only afford one gun right now, so we will both use it.

Based on your comments as well as the various videos, we will definitely consider the SR9C as well as the regular SR9.

 

[Takedown]

I would also recommend the SR9c, my compact is more accurate than my full size SR9 (for that reason I no longer have it).

 

[ECUfan]

Accuracy is not an issue with the slightly shorter barrel, I'll include a video to prove it. If the shooter can do their part, then gun is as accurate as the SR9.

The SR9c is just more versatile with the ability to conceal it, plus the 17 round magazine with the adapter plate turns the grip into a full size SR9 feeling grip for those that don't like the smaller grip.

Just something to consider.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5JRZX8_TpM

In this video how far are the targets?

Especially the gong.

 

[Anonymous]

Accuracy is not an issue with the slightly shorter barrel, I'll include a video to prove it. If the shooter can do their part, then gun is as accurate as the SR9.

The SR9c is just more versatile with the ability to conceal it, plus the 17 round magazine with the adapter plate turns the grip into a full size SR9 feeling grip for those that don't like the smaller grip.

Just something to consider.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5JRZX8_TpM

In this video how far are the targets?

Especially the gong.

I'm not sure about all of the targets, but I believe he has said the gong is 75-80 yards.

 

[Big Stu]

Accuracy is not an issue with the slightly shorter barrel, I'll include a video to prove it. If the shooter can do their part, then gun is as accurate as the SR9.

The SR9c is just more versatile with the ability to conceal it, plus the 17 round magazine with the adapter plate turns the grip into a full size SR9 feeling grip for those that don't like the smaller grip.

Just something to consider.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5JRZX8_TpM

In this video how far are the targets?

Especially the gong.

I'm not sure about all of the targets, but I believe he has said the gong is 75-80 yards.

SR9c is a fantastic gun! I like it better for shooting and carrying then my Belgian made Browning Hi-power.

 

[waffenmac]

Just make sure to put a couple of boxes of ammo through it before you really worry about accuracy.The first time I fired mine it was all over the place and yes I did clean it b4 firing.I have probably put 500 rounds through it and it is dead nuts on now.Awesome pistol and no problems at all.