[Geno]

I like the tests results of the Ruger LC9. What would be the advantages of the Ruger LC9 over the G-26?

Is the LC9 THAT smaller than the G-26? Does anyone have a picture of the G-26 with the LC9?

 

[up1911fan]

It's slimmer, that it. I think the G26 is superior in every way, but it's thicker. To me, smaller than a G26 means a PM9.

 

[RyanBDawg]

The LC9 is a single stack, so thinner and lighter than the 26..


This is a really good thread comparing the 26 with the LC9 with lots of photos..

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=409866

 

[DaneA]

You have the question backwards. What are the advantages of the g26 over the LC9. First off it's a glock, secondly there seems to be a magical improvement in accuracy when holding a 26.

 

[RyanBDawg]

You have the question backwards. What are the advantages of the g26 over the LC9. First off it's a glock, secondly there seems to be a magical improvement in accuracy when holding a 26.

Yes, the trigger pull is much longer and heavier on the LC9 as compared to a Glock 26..

 

[Captains1911]

LC9 is a single stack, meaning it's thinner than a G26.

 

[up1911fan]

I know I mentioned the PM9, take a look at the PPS as well, IMO both better alternatives than the LC9. The new CM9 would be a better budget option IMO.

 

[conpro]

If i had a 26 i wouldnt want an lc9. Stick with the 26 and you will be fine.

 

[mbfjr]

The Ruger LC9 has its place also... yes its no Glock 26, but its not trying to be. I bought my LC9 new for $329.00 at Adventure Ourdoors in Smyrna, Ga. At that price point I had to give it a try. I had been looking at the Kahr PM9... this gun was $200 cheaper. I hated the trigger on the LC9... long and creepy and very heavy... BUT... every trip to the range, the trigger gets better (plus the thousands of trigger pulls on snap caps) Im at about 250 - 300 rounds through it now... no feed issues, and the trigger is acceptable now. Much smoother and predictable, even feels a little lighter. I can carry it in my jeans pocket... and IWB you can forget its there. My Glock 26 in a Theis holster is very comfortable... but not as much as the LC9. Bottom line...the LC9 is at least of decent quality, I shoot fairly good groups with it, it has no issues so far... That being said... my EDC is still the G26... but if your in the market for a single stack compact 9mm... it deserves a look...

 

[Captains1911]

If i had a 26 i wouldnt want an lc9. Stick with the 26 and you will be fine.

They are two different guns, no comparison IMO, apples to oranges.

 

[Dan]

This topic was kind of covered in this thread:
http://glocktalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1333424

I personally did not care for the "l o n g" trigger and reset on the LC9.

 

[EAA10]

I have a PF9 Keltec and a 26. I decided to go with the PF9 over the Ruger as I liked the grip better on the Keltec. When comparing them, to me their is only one advantage of the LC9 or PF9 over the 26 is that is overall size. The 26 is better in every other category, accuracy, reliability, capacity, felt recoil (it's actually fun to shoot), the list goes on and on. I do still carry my PF9 when I really want to make sure that I do not print, but I have my 26 in the summer and a 29 in the winter. If I could only choose one, it would be the 26 hands down no questions. If I could only have one CCW it would also be the 26.....glad that is not the case though....

 

[Dawolf]

If you want thin, go Walther PPS, as it is much more Glock like with a much better trigger.

 

[MinervaDoe]

The LC9 is a single stack, so thinner and lighter than the 26..


This is a really good thread comparing the 26 with the LC9 with lots of photos..

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=409866

I really liked the Hickok 45 video.
The LC9 looks very shootable.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeLxP6Kywzk

 

[buckshotshorty]

I have both, and I find the LC9 to be more fun to shoot than the 26. The advantage for me of the LC9 is the grip. With the extended grip that's provided my hand fits comfortably.

 

[Glock40man]

It's slimmer, that it. I think the G26 is superior in every way, but it's thicker. To me, smaller than a G26 means a PM9.

:agree:

 

[MinervaDoe]

I have both, and I find the LC9 to be more fun to shoot than the 26. The advantage for me of the LC9 is the grip. With the extended grip that's provided my hand fits comfortably.

Have you tried Pearce grip extensions on the G26?
I'm getting some for my G29. If they make a difference, I'll get some for my G26 too.

 

[09crue]

the LC9 will be thinner,lighter and a bit easier to conceal..that's about the only advantages i can think of..

 

[John Biltz]

To me, a LC9 is what you would carry when you can't carry a G26 for some reason but want more than a LCP/P3AT. And my guess would be it does that pretty well. I'm a guy who wants 10 or 12 rounds in my gun. I don't particularly care much if I have more than that but I want that many. I have to have a reason to go under that amount.

 

[ricklee4570]

Try pocket carrying a G26! No way, the thickness and weight are way too much. The PF9 is a better alternative for pocket carry