What is the smallest, useful handgun for discreet CCW?

[Pappabear]

I have an M&P 340, but unless it was close contact (10yards or so) I would be afraid to squeeze. I think stats show most situations are inside of 10 yards? But this thread reminds me to go practice with it. Because in comparison, I'm not nearly as good and it's getting HOT

Then I move to XD40 sub-compact from a size stand-point, which IMHO, with that thickness why not carry the admirable G19- so I usually do that.

I am very interested in the M&P single stack 9mm coming out. I don't understand why more companies have not done this to compete with the Kahr single stacks that get so much play with those (1942 eastern Germany like) triggers. I know people love those Kahrs, and they get rave reviews, but I think i would prefer a single stack M&P.

It's girth that has made Kahr millions, God love em for pushing the issue.

[Alaskapopo]

I have a 340 and I feel confident with it out to 25 yards. Just takes a bit more practice due to the shorter sight radius.
Pat

[NavyDavy55]

I like my S&W 442 for concealment. It fits nicely in the front pocket of cargo pants/shorts.

That being said I really want either a Walther CW9 or a Kahr P9.

The Ruger LC9 just has too many safties on it and I don't live in Commiefornia. Plus it's trigger is too long and heavy.

[polymorpheous]

Any reason why I don't see the S&W 438 mentioned here?
What's the consensus on this J-frame?

[Beat Trash]

The 438 is a good revolver. Many prefer the DAO of the 442/642 series. in addition, the Centennial design permits the web of your hand to go a bit higher on the grip. Also the opening for the hammer of the 438 can permit pocket lint to enter. Not that big of a deal, just something to be on the watch for.

But I feel that all of the S&W alloy frame J-frame revolvers are in the same category as far as being used for pocket guns. The 3" -frames are a different matter, of course.

[polymorpheous]

The 438 is a good revolver. Many prefer the DAO of the 442/642 series. in addition, the Centennial design permits the web of your hand to go a bit higher on the grip. Also the opening for the hammer of the 438 can permit pocket lint to enter. Not that big of a deal, just something to be on the watch for.

But I feel that all of the S&W alloy frame J-frame revolvers are in the same category as far as being used for pocket guns. The 3" -frames are a different matter, of course.

This wall makes perfect sense.
Thank you.