For self-defense, a full size 9mm handgun can be awkward to carry. Half the time when I carry a Glock 17 I think about buying a smaller gun like a G43 tor greater comfort.
Sorry you have small hands and/or weak forearms.
Shooting it is fine, it's appendix carrying a full size handgun that's uncomfortable. Walking around is OK but the moment I sit down in a car I have handgun prodding my abdomen.
I want to use them for shtf scenario, hunting, self defence. Offence in a zombie apocalypse type scenario.
None of these situations require concealed carry. A good outside the waistband holster should afford the ability to comfortably carry a larger handgun, get the advantage of larger magazines and a heavier gun giving you better follow up shots. To each their own though.
Definitely enjoy my G43 for carrying. I couldn't imagine carrying my G19 much less a full size G17.
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