Why You Should Ditch Sub-Compact and Carry Mid-Size (VIDEO)

By Jacki Billings


I ditched the single stack sub-compact as my carry gun a couple of years ago, opting for a mid-size Glock 19 to serve as my everyday carry pistol. Visitors to my social media pages and even range buddies often gaze in disbelief that my petite frame can cart such a “big gun,” but actually I find the Glock 19 and other mid-size options better concealed carry options for a few reasons.
1. A larger, heavier frame grants greater control
The larger frame on the Glock 19 gives me better control while shooting. (Photo: Jacki Billings/Guns.com)
The idea that a concealed carrier would choose a heavier, larger gun to hide away on-body seems counter to what we’re told about concealed carry, but actually, the larger heavier frame lends itself to better overall shooting should the need arise. While we always hope to escape negative situations without the use of our gun, there might come a time when that’s not an option. In that scenario, producing fast, accurate shots on target is essential. A larger, heavier frame better facilitates that through its construction.
A mid-size gun introduces a larger frame and grip area allowing for more direct, skin contact with the gun. The more skin touching

Source: Guns.com