the 9mm is a descent size. i have the c9. and have had 0 problems with 500 rounds through it so far.. the 40s and 45's ive seen were on the large side for handguns

 

They are all big guns note really suited for concealed carry.

 

They are all big guns note really suited for .

Thanks Billyz ... so, just out of curiosity, in your opinion, what is suitable for concealed carry?

 

Depends on how big a caliber you want to carry.

 

Depends on how big a caliber you want to carry.

Let's say .45 ... I mean, that's most commonly considered to be "the standard" in "Stopping Power", correct?

 

Thanks Billyz ... so, just out of curiosity, in your opinion, what is suitable for concealed carry?

I carried a Para-Ord P14-45 when I was an leo, but any model of 45 in today's makers would probably work. Just check gun shops and see what looks good and feels right to you. Of course, I am no expert but just a thought

 

They are all big guns note really suited for concealed carry.

the c9 i have is just about the same size as my sub compact .45 tauras melinium. so i would say that the c9 would be great for ccw. now the .40 and the .45 are a bit chunky .lol

 

With the Hi-Point .45, weight is a consideration as well. All I'm comparing to is a full size 1911 (from Rock Island). Both firearms totally empty, magazines removed, The 1911 weighs 37.3 ounces; the Hi point comes in at 41.2. Barrel length & height of weapons are about the same; the Hi-Point Slide is about twice the width of the 1911. Fully loaded you'll have some difference because the Hi-Point has 9+1 capacity, whereas I've got 8+1 with my upgraded 1911 mags, or 7+1 if you are a classicist.

 

I have a .40 and it has the same dimensions as the .45. They are monsters. I love it, but I don't know if it would be a good carry gun. 400 rounds, one jam, my fault, dirty feed ramp.

 

I have the C9 I use it for my truck and fishing gun. When I'm fishing I use a thigh holster first round is a snake load. Just a little to big for a CCW for me.
Ruger .380 LCP is my CCW.

 

I carry an S&W M&P in either 40, 45, or 9mm (depending on my "mood").

I love shooting my brother's C9! We keep trying to jam it and can't!

It fits him great for a home defense gun, but I'd not choose it for my HD or CCW gun. $$ was/is an issue for him, and he got what he could afford, and like I said, it is a good gun.