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Posted: 11/30/2014 12:50:38 AM EDT
I am considering getting either a ruger sp101 in .357 magnum or a glock 19 in 9mm for CCW.






Vote for which I should get and comment on why.







Poll inbound.

 
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:52:03 AM EDT
[#1]
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:53:00 AM EDT
[#2]
Glock should have a smaller profile
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:53:55 AM EDT
[#3]
5 bullets is not enough.  Glock 19 is superior choice, if you can conceal it.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:54:06 AM EDT
[#4]
I'd have chosen the Glock 26 had it been in the poll.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:54:24 AM EDT
[#5]
Shoot a steel j frame before you buy the ruger
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:54:35 AM EDT
[#6]
Glock with night sights.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:54:41 AM EDT
[#7]
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Glock 19 FTW
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This.  No brainer.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:55:07 AM EDT
[#8]
I got both and carry a G32!
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:55:23 AM EDT
[#9]
Low cap, slow reload. its a revolver.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:56:12 AM EDT
[#10]
not to sound all fanboi here, but if glock 19 is an option, glock 19 is the answer
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:57:22 AM EDT
[#11]
Both.

Get the revolver first.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:58:33 AM EDT
[#12]
Glock 19. Capacity, weight and accessories.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 12:59:55 AM EDT
[#13]
I like revolvers.   I'm comfortable ccw'ing the SP101.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:00:53 AM EDT
[#14]
Get both. The 357 is a great "get the fuck off me" gun and the 19 is a great all arounder.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:02:02 AM EDT
[#15]
I have both.  Glock for shot count, easy choice.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:02:39 AM EDT
[#16]
If you like being whacked in the hand with some force with a framing hammer 5 times in a row go for the .357.

I had a badass little S&W airweight that was just not pleasant any way I cut it lol.

Also had a stainless Taurus that wasn't much better.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:06:04 AM EDT
[#17]
Moar bullets might be better now days.     Modern 9mm ammo is said to be pretty good.  Glock is your answer although a smaller G26 isn't too bad assuming you don't live in Fergudishu.

About 5 yrs ago I quit carrying a single stack and went to a baby Glock, now I'm seriously thinking about going to a compact Glock for even more bullets.  Fucking idiot in the white house has two more yrs to stir shit up.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:08:54 AM EDT
[#18]
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I have both.  Glock for shot count, easy choice.
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Same here.

Have an old 2.75" Security Six that hasn't been carried since the G23 came out.  If I had it to do over, I would have gone G19 (or smaller).
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:11:14 AM EDT
[#19]
I;d take the Ruger but I hate Glocks and love revolvers. Anyone else, I'd suggest the Glock, as much as it pains me.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:11:44 AM EDT
[#20]
First post.
Glock with night sights.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:13:28 AM EDT
[#21]
G19, more capacity and probably a lot easier to shoot than a snub nose .357.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:16:38 AM EDT
[#22]
G19 or G26.  

I have both.  The Glock is easier to conceal.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:21:01 AM EDT
[#23]
glock 19
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:26:05 AM EDT
[#24]
Long story short. Used to carry a 642. Picked up pizza one night and walked home... Was followed by 5 men. 3 turned up my driveway behind me 2 stayed on the sidewalk. I placed pizza on the trunk of car, pulled J frame from pocket and turned toward them with gun in hand at low ready... They stopped, stared, turned and walked away. That was the last night I carried a 5 shot revolver. I know... CSB.

ETA: my vote was for glock 19
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:28:14 AM EDT
[#25]
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:29:16 AM EDT
[#26]
4" 9mm and 3" .357 will both push a 125gr a little over 1200 fps. http://www.ballisticsbytheinch.com/357mag.html

If I were you, I'd pick the one with the higher capacity, least recoil, better trigger, and the quickest reloads.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:40:22 AM EDT
[#27]
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I'd have chosen the Glock 26 had it been in the poll.
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Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:51:29 AM EDT
[#28]
The 19 might be the best general purpose handgun ever made. Perfect balance of size, weight, caliber, capacity, and price. Ton of aftermarket support, holster options, and ammo cheap enough to get plenty of practice. The 19 is a must buy in my opinion. 5 shot .357? No comparison whatsoever.

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Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:53:01 AM EDT
[#29]
Glock 19 with Ruger LCR as a back up gun in your pocket Win-win
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:55:10 AM EDT
[#30]
I have both an SP101 and a G27.  The latter is easier to conceal and carry.

Even though the SP101 has a five round cylinder, it still feels bulbous in comparison to a Glock's flat slide.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:57:07 AM EDT
[#31]
The Glock of course  
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 1:58:05 AM EDT
[#32]
.357
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:00:16 AM EDT
[#33]
Get both.

I carried a G17 and S&W 60 on many occasions.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:11:39 AM EDT
[#34]
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:14:20 AM EDT
[#35]
I carry an m&p 340 with 38+p and i dont feel under gunned.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:17:26 AM EDT
[#36]

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Glock 19 FTW
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SP101 is heavy. And wide. And doesnt conceal well.And only reloads 5 cartridges at a time.

 
The G19 has none of those deficiencies.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:19:44 AM EDT
[#37]
G19
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:27:07 AM EDT
[#38]
Buy a Glock and the devil collects your soul.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:30:50 AM EDT
[#39]
I love my revolvers, but when it gets right down to it the answer is G19.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:33:01 AM EDT
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Glock with night sights.
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Not even a contest.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:37:58 AM EDT
[#41]
.357 over 9mm, hands down
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:46:16 AM EDT
[#42]
What barrel length sp? I carry a 2" .38 sp101 occasionally with a good belt and holster I forget I'm
Carrying it.

I'm not a glock fan, but the g19 is probably a better ccw for EVERYDAY carry for numerous reasons
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:46:48 AM EDT
[#43]
Find an indoor Range that rents both of the guns you're considering and get some trigger time on them. After that, you won't have to ask which one.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:48:27 AM EDT
[#44]
You're on the right path but instead of the Ruger I'd go J-Frame hammerless.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:51:48 AM EDT
[#45]
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Yep.. That is my daily. extra mag in the pocket. 33 round mag in the truck.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:52:15 AM EDT
[#46]
I have both and though I love the sp101, I've never cc it.  Moar boolits always seems to win the choice for me.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:52:27 AM EDT
[#47]
I actually have and carry both.

The SP101 is a heavy brick, but is dimensionally smaller than the G19 in everything but cylinder width, and can be pocket carried in sturdy jeans, but not in light pants.
It's my lazy "throw a gun on" carry piece.
Your only real night sight option for the SP101 is a crimson trace laser (which I use). Barring that, it's not ideal for night use.
Recoil is ok with the stock grips, but can be painful with harder aftermarket grips.

The G19 is easier for me to shoot well, easier to equip with night sights, has more laser options, and has many good IWB concealable holster options.
It's also generally faster than drawing a pocket carried revolver.
For real "carry on the belt" carry, I think it's preferable to the SP101, but I wouldn't feel undergunned with either.
If you're concerned about power, just get a .357 Sig Glock instead.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 2:53:22 AM EDT
[#48]
I've had both.  While both are quality pieces, they are both heavy for ccw IMO.  Of the two, I would go Glock.  The size\weight of the SP101 is just too much for the capacity for me.
Link Posted: 11/30/2014 11:36:39 AM EDT
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I've had both.  While both are quality pieces, they are both heavy for ccw IMO.  Of the two, I would go Glock.  The size\weight of the SP101 is just too much for the capacity for me.
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They're both heavy?

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Link Posted: 11/30/2014 11:38:27 AM EDT
[#50]
Between those two choices: I'd go with the glock.
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