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Best Springfield Armory Concealed Carry Guns for Women

I couldn't help but wonder why all high-lighted firearms for women were autos. That is fine for someone who is familiar with firearms, but most women only spend minimal time at the range and often depend on the significant other to handle any issues, like feed failures, or partial battery, clearing the firearm mid-magazine. My wife spends time on the range with me, yet she still relies on me to do the dirty work. She prefers the simplicity of a revolver. When a novice asks me to recommend a firearm I always point them to a revolver. Its operation is simple and straight forward. I would only recommend an auto to someone who has spent enough time at the range to have acquired a level of comfort and experience with shooting in general.
 
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I see that most who have responded about this article are...well intended, but not women. Even though I am a man as well, I can share one thought my wife expressed to me about the SA Micro- Compact Hellcat OSP she bought. She is an accomplished shooter and has no difficulty placing rounds where they need to go in practicing, feeling good about herself in being able to protect herself, and if the time ever arose, being able to neutralize a a threat to do bodily harm to her. Unfortunately, her experience (and I confirmed this in somewhat disbelief) was that "out of the box" and making sure the firearm was ready to shoot prior to shooting it, her SA Micro-compact Hellcat OSP was shooting, at 15 yds, like a foot high! I have never had a pistol do this. Has anyone else experienced this with this pistol?? We HAD to put a SMSc Shield on the thing just to hit the desired place on paper. This pistol is not her "chosen" tool for conceal carry since she wants to be reliant on open sights and not an electrical device in the moment of need.
 
CCJ said:
I couldn't help but wonder why all high-lighted firearms for women were autos. That is fine for someone who is familiar with firearms, but most women only spend minimal time at the range and often depend on the significant other to handle any issues, like feed failures, or partial battery, clearing the firearm mid-magazine. My wife spends time on the range with me, yet she still relies on me to do the dirty work. She prefers the simplicity of a revolver. When a novice asks me to recommend a firearm I always point them to a revolver. Its operation is simple and straight forward. I would only recommend an auto to someone who has spent enough time at the range to have acquired a level of comfort and experience with shooting in general.
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Because Springfield doesn’t make revolvers.
 
Everyone always says “ I point new shooters to revolvers”. That was probably good advice in 1965. Unless it’s a Ruger, Hi Point, SCCY, or some Turkish gun a new, quality, striker fired handgun is just as reliable as a revolver. And unless the revolver is some cute little .38 it’s easier to shoot than a revolver too.
 
Mike H. said:
Hello all, here is today's article posted on TheArmoryLife.com. It is titled “Best Springfield Armory Concealed Carry Guns for Women” and can be found at https://www.thearmorylife.com/best-springfield-armory-concealed-carry-guns-for-women/.

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As a former Hellcat owner, I would add that any carrier (male or female) needs the hand strength to rack that kitty. Mine was tight. I was fine with it, but my wife, not so much. That wasn't why we sold it, though. That's a story I've already told. I haven't shot the XD-S or EMP but would love to try them out at some point just to see how they perform. For now, I'll stick with my XD Mod.2. 13 + 1 with the flush mag, big enough to practice with comfortably, and small enough to conceal without too many issues.
 
XD94045 said:
For me, I found it easier to carry my spare mag in front of me. With my We The People and Muddy River holsters I found it uncomfortable to carry my spare mag.

Also, once I added a light and red dot it was more uncomfortable.

That said, it’s a matter of preference for each individual. Or, as my son reminds me, YMMV.
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Maybe I am the exception, but I am most comfortable just carrying the spare magazine in my pocket. It doesn’t take me anymore time to reach into my pocket vs pull my shirt up and grab it from a holder at my waste.
 
Bassbob said:
Everyone always says “ I point new shooters to revolvers”. That was probably good advice in 1965. Unless it’s a Ruger, Hi Point, SCCY, or some Turkish gun a new, quality, striker fired handgun is just as reliable as a revolver. And unless the revolver is some cute little .38 it’s easier to shoot than a revolver too.
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My wife would tell you different. I know reliability is very good these days, but it not just about reliability. If my wife could just poke bullets into a slot and then aim and fire... she would be sold. I have had plenty of issues on the firing line in which she always calls me over and say "what do I about this?". Striker fired is the next big thing but then, you have to learn to make the gun safe for carry, for coming off the line with live rounds still in it, etc...
When she pulls the trigger and nothing happens, or finds a case hung up in the ejection port, well... she calls for backup. Many people are like this, not just women, but women are particularly timid around firearms. There is a psychology here. Some will learn to run, some won't. They have to come to it themselves. Give them something complected and they turn off, or don't focus on what they need to be focused on to improve their skills... they're too busy worrying about the gun. I would still tell the novice to learn to shoot, get comfortable with firearm and then move up. Revolvers generally have a longer sight radius (excluding the snubbies) which helps in learning many aspects of shooting. You have to learn to walk before you run. I would not have gotten far with my son if I handed him a 45acp on his first outings to the range. I started him with 22LR and pellet guns. He out shoot me now.
 
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CCJ said:
My wife would tell you different. I know reliability is very good these days, but it not just about reliability. If my wife could just poke bullets into a slot and then aim and fire... she would be sold. I have had plenty of issues on the firing line in which she always calls me over and say "what do I about this?". Striker fired is the next big thing but then, you have to learn to make the gun safe for carry, for coming of the line with live rounds still in it, etc...
When she pulls the trigger and nothing happens, or finds a case hung up in the ejection port, well... she calls for backup.
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Well, everything ain't for everybody brother that's for sure.

If she's having cases hung up in the ejection port maybe it's the wrong gun ?

My wife has zero interest in any handguns, revolver or otherwise. She likes my Mossberg 500. I made it heavier thinking she would lose interest in it. She didn't. lol
 
Bassbob said:
Well, everything ain't for everybody brother that's for sure.

If she's having cases hung up in the ejection port maybe it's the wrong gun ?

My wife has zero interest in any handguns, revolver or otherwise. She likes my Mossberg 500. I made it heavier thinking she would lose interest in it. She didn't. lol
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That's a funny story.
Yes, I have guns she prefers over others. Many of my guns are less than spotless, My 45acp tend to have some issues when they get dirty. I have one (semi-auto as a matter of fact) that my wife and daughter have both laid claim to. It's a heavy 9mm... a real brick. Great for target shooting, but you would not want to carry it. She has a ton of fine semi-autos to choose from, but she picks a revolver for the gun safe beside the bed. My daughter? well, she is fine with autos as long as I am there to help help. If I am off doing my own practice... she will always be found shooting revolvers.
 
CCJ said:
That's a funny story.
Yes, I have guns she prefers over others. Many of my guns are less than spotless, My 45acp tend to have some issues when they get dirty. I have one (semi-auto as a matter of fact) that my wife and daughter have both laid claim to. It's a heavy 9mm... a real brick. Great for target shooting, but you would not want to carry it. She has a ton of fine semi-autos to choose from, but she picks a revolver for the gun safe beside the bed. My daughter? well, she is fine with autos as long as I am there to help help. If I am off doing my own practice... she will always be found shooting revolvers.
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My wife is 5'2 and 110 lbs soaking wet. I've been married to her for 22 years and never once seen her shoot a handgun. My daughter was shooting my .44 magnum when she was 11 or 12. The wife can handle a shotgun though, oddly enough. Or maybe not so odd I suppose. They're what's around usually.
 
powerboatr said:
that 1st picture gives me pause.
why carry the firearm aimed at your hmmm middle area
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Speaking for myself and the shape of my body, to truly conceal carry I have to carry in front center. If I carry to the side it looks like a tumor sticking out of me it's so obvious I'm carrying. Apparently it's a small-waisted female issue. I don't wear baggy clothes, so the best option is carrying in front using a belly band. I'm open to better options, but this is what I've come up with so far.
 
2A_Forever said:
Hello all...
I see that most who have responded about this article are...well intended, but not women. Even though I am a man as well, I can share one thought my wife expressed to me about the SA Micro- Compact Hellcat OSP she bought. She is an accomplished shooter and has no difficulty placing rounds where they need to go in practicing, feeling good about herself in being able to protect herself, and if the time ever arose, being able to neutralize a a threat to do bodily harm to her. Unfortunately, her experience (and I confirmed this in somewhat disbelief) was that "out of the box" and making sure the firearm was ready to shoot prior to shooting it, her SA Micro-compact Hellcat OSP was shooting, at 15 yds, like a foot high! I have never had a pistol do this. Has anyone else experienced this with this pistol?? We HAD to put a SMSc Shield on the thing just to hit the desired place on paper. This pistol is not her "chosen" tool for conceal carry since she wants to be reliant on open sights and not an electrical device in the moment of need.
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I had the SA 9mm XD subcompact for 14 years as my personal carry and had grown extremely comfortable and accurate with it. No extra accessories on it. But I needed an even smaller weapon for conceal carry and I'm loyal to Springfield and what I call a near "stupid-proof" weapon in the dark without a safety because of the indicators on the top and back you can see or feel. Going from such an easy and accurate weapon in the XD to the Hellcat OSP micro last year was a shock because it is so snappy, and same as y'all, shooting high. I have been adapting by lifting the back of the weapon higher in my aim because of the muzzle rise, but it's just not as steady and solid as the XD was. But I suppose that's the trade off for 3/4" less in height, 1/4" less in length, and .2" less in width.

I saw today in the SA recent email they have an improved Hellcat that compensates for the muzzle rise. Just wonderful after just buying this one. 🤨🙄 Lol!
 
Serastan2803 said:
I had the SA 9mm XD subcompact for 14 years as my personal carry and had grown extremely comfortable and accurate with it. No extra accessories on it. But I needed an even smaller weapon for conceal carry and I'm loyal to Springfield and what I call a near "stupid-proof" weapon in the dark without a safety because of the indicators on the top and back you can see or feel. Going from such an easy and accurate weapon in the XD to the Hellcat OSP micro last year was a shock because it is so snappy, and same as y'all, shooting high. I have been adapting by lifting the back of the weapon higher in my aim because of the muzzle rise, but it's just not as steady and solid as the XD was. But I suppose that's the trade off for 3/4" less in height, 1/4" less in length, and .2" less in width.

I saw today in the SA recent email they have an improved Hellcat that compensates for the muzzle rise. Just wonderful after just buying this one. 🤨🙄 Lol!
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Welcome to the forum. We have a couple other ladies that don't mind hanging out with cretins, shotgun junkies, musicians and apparently one damned old grouch. I think the general consensus with most women is AIWB or front and center as you say. I was, eh, unnerved by it for a long while. It's the main way I carry now. At least in t-shirt weather.
 
Serastan2803 said:
Speaking for myself and the shape of my body, to truly conceal carry I have to carry in front center. If I carry to the side it looks like a tumor sticking out of me it's so obvious I'm carrying. Apparently it's a small-waisted female issue. I don't wear baggy clothes, so the best option is carrying in front using a belly band. I'm open to better options, but this is what I've come up with so far.
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Welcome to the forum! I am like you. I can carry IWB, but it's got to be the dead of winter. I have a couple of belly bands that work really well, and that is my go to most of the time., because like you, if I carry on my cider behind me, it looks like I have a growth. I don't wear baggy clothes as a rule, but I have had to adapt somewhat. I have found some good concealed carry leggings (UnderTech UnderCover) that work well, also I have discovered the "sticky" beltless holsters. They fit right in the waistband and so far (I've used one a few times now) they work also.

Unfortunately those of us with small frames must become creative. I hope some of this helps.
 
Serastan2803 said:
I had the SA 9mm XD subcompact for 14 years as my personal carry and had grown extremely comfortable and accurate with it. No extra accessories on it. But I needed an even smaller weapon for conceal carry and I'm loyal to Springfield and what I call a near "stupid-proof" weapon in the dark without a safety because of the indicators on the top and back you can see or feel. Going from such an easy and accurate weapon in the XD to the Hellcat OSP micro last year was a shock because it is so snappy, and same as y'all, shooting high. I have been adapting by lifting the back of the weapon higher in my aim because of the muzzle rise, but it's just not as steady and solid as the XD was. But I suppose that's the trade off for 3/4" less in height, 1/4" less in length, and .2" less in width.

I saw today in the SA recent email they have an improved Hellcat that compensates for the muzzle rise. Just wonderful after just buying this one. 🤨🙄 Lol!
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Welcome to the forum.

9mm or even .357 out of a small barrel will always be snappy. put it in "micro" form, and it sucks.
one must overcome the usual handling of a regular size pistol and adapt to a small barrel. trade off's.

practice, practice, practice
 
Bassbob said:
Welcome to the forum. We have a couple other ladies that don't mind hanging out with cretins, shotgun junkies, musicians and apparently one damned old grouch. I think the general consensus with most women is AIWB or front and center as you say. I was, eh, unnerved by it for a long while. It's the main way I carry now. At least in t-shirt weather.
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I am not the only grouch ;):unsure:
 
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