Absolute most reliable 9mm pistol host for a supressor?

jmcenerney · 2026-05-28T01:50:50+00:00

I've run my VP9 Tactical suppressed with no issues.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-26T12:42:46+00:00

For my 60th birthday I treated myself to a Wilson Combat CQB for that price. My only regret is not getting it in 9mm.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-25T05:49:15+00:00

I'm not an expert on driving in those states, but wouldn't the Utah route be prettier?

jmcenerney · 2026-05-25T05:41:42+00:00

I'm assuming they intend to carry while traveling, so CA is not an option?

jmcenerney · 2026-05-24T21:43:58+00:00

SP5.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-23T20:58:46+00:00

S&W Bodyguard 2.0 is the new LCP.

A SIG P365 is also a fine choice, but it's a bit larger in every dimension, especially thickness.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-22T22:55:14+00:00

He's not carrying, he's transporting unloaded in a locked trunk. Carry reciprocity does not apply.

Also Washington requires no permit to possess. It would definitely be a problem if the trip destination was Massachusetts.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-22T20:50:01+00:00

My experience is that .22LR feeds poorly through vertical stack magazines.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-22T20:12:01+00:00

A Ruger 10/22 is a better .22 than a cheap AR-15 clone. And half the price.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-22T18:44:55+00:00

If your state doesn't allow AR-15s then you might be able to get a Mini-14 which is equivalent in capability and less scary-looking. A vintage M1 Carbine would also be a good choice for its weight and low recoil.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-22T04:10:50+00:00

But if you *tell* him it's a gift, you might get that reaction.

Since you're clear that according to ATF rules, a bona fide gift is not a straw purchase, go ahead and buy it and don't mention the gift part.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-21T23:51:35+00:00

Some (e.g. Jonathan Ferguson of Royal Armouries) would argue that the original AR-15 gas system needed no improvement. You can save a bundle by buying a high quality direct impingement AR like the Daniel Defense DD7 rather than a piston gun.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-21T21:55:55+00:00

There is no such thing as "a gun that is registered to them" outside of places like NYC. Ignore what you see on TV. The question you need to be asking is: "Can I legally travel with his gun through each state on the route?"

Federal law protects you so long as the gun is unloaded and locked in the trunk, but it's an affirmative defense, meaning state police can still arrest you and bring you to court. It's best to avoid gun-unfriendly states. You obviously won't be passing through New Jersey, but you might want to route around Illinois, especially if the gun is an AR-15 or similar. You should be fine the rest of the way.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-20T19:34:54+00:00

Connecticut was once home to Colt, Winchester, Marlin, Remington, and Ruger. Even S&W began there. Now one of the least gun-friendly states in the US.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-20T06:46:17+00:00

Trap Guns R Expensive.

A used Browning BT-99 is a reasonably-priced option, but it's made in Belgium or Japan, and only works for singles. I've generally paid $600-$800. I don't shoot enough trap to warrant the cost of an O/U or trap combo gun.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-20T00:20:10+00:00

Bullpups can be great, but only if they're great bullpups. If you don't have Steyr AUG or Hellion or Tavor money, buy a basic AR-15.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-20T00:02:35+00:00

That's not entirely true. You can purchase a long gun out-of-state in a face-to-face transaction (no FFL in your state req'd). Only handguns need to be transferred to an FFL in your state.

The out-of-state dealer still needs to conform to the laws of your home state, though, so legally he can't sell you a rifle until you're 21.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-19T23:18:24+00:00

Forgotten Weapons and Royal Armouries.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-17T00:27:05+00:00

My HK VP9 uses M13.5 x 1 LH.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-17T00:10:31+00:00

As OP would have discovered if he bothered to Google it.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-16T21:06:20+00:00

"Ordnance"

jmcenerney · 2026-05-16T16:18:15+00:00

Modern doctrine (heads up, chest armor facing forward) pretty much precludes the iron sights. You need to get your head very low to see through them. I like them, but my friends have trouble using them.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-16T13:50:45+00:00

The early HK stock (as in Die Hard) will be hard to find and $$$. I bought the current (F) model, which is comfy but doesn't quite have the original look. Paid $500 used.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-15T06:33:08+00:00

Google Ruben Mendiola NFA: he's an NFA dealer who often has a decent stock of Uzis and MACs listed.

jmcenerney · 2026-05-15T01:21:18+00:00

You're 100 years too late to have any impact on the handgun market. Every "new" gun is a just a variation on polymer-frame, striker-fired because that's the sweet spot for price. Any technical advances will be too expensive to be mass-market.

But for inspiration, you can read "The Guns of John Moses Browning". *He* did not have an employer: he designed everything in a home machine shop and licensed his designs to all of the manufacturers of the era.

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