suggestions?

Well, after that detailed story...I don't know what to tell ya.

A .38 revolver is the best way to go for someone recoil shy and not that knowledgeable about firearms in general

Now, you want to hand her a semi-auto pistol to carry...a 9mm is basically a
.38 special anyway, so felt recoil will be about the same, with the pistol probably weighing in the same if not more...

Plus the inherent problems with manipulating a semi-auto...such as stovepipes, failures to feed, extract, etc...just because she shoots the Glock well, does not mean she will be albe to overcome any problems encountered when she really needs it.

Just my 2 cents...only you would know how proficient she is and can be with it.

 

No problem...

I would suggest you go to a range that has the type of gun she wants so you can rent & test fire before you buy...

That's what I did with my daughter, after going to the range numerous times with me and testing my revolvers and pistols, she was more than knowledgeable ( as was I ) on what she liked as far as caliber, platform, etc, what she could handle as far as recoil, and how she could manipulate the slide and clear malfunctions way before she got a concealed carry license.

 

I agree with Shooter13. Definitely try before you buy.

I have been able to shoot a friends SR9 several times and it is really sweet. Very low felt recoil and easy to rack the slide. Good luck to you and your wife in finding something she loves.

 

If she likes your G19 it is very likely she will fall in love with an SR9c. I have both and my 20 yr old daughter prefers the Ruger. She says it feels better in her hand. Also, I wish my Glocks had a trigger as nice.

 

Well, my suggestion before trading and trying others would have dropped down to an all copper 110 grain bullet rather than shooting the standard 158 gr hp. For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction ie: less bullet weight equals less felt recoil.

 

Have you tried the Ruger Bodyguard 380 semi-auto? Good writes up that I have seen. Also, I have the SR9C and love it. Very comfortable and the recoil is on the light side.

 

Ruger make some good firearms, but I personally don't care for anything they have for concealed carry. I would suggest your wife look at the Sig 238 in 380 acp or the Sig 938 in 9mm. If she can't rack the slide on these then she shouldn't be considering an auto. Also, take a look at the Walther PPS in 9mm, very thin, excellent accuracy, very dependable, trigger not the best because it's like the Glock. The S&W Shield is an excellent choice, but hard to find anywhere close to the $419 MSRP.

 

We went the other way, but probably because of age...old. I bought a Ruger LCP with momma in mind. The itty-bitty ol' ma has trouble racking slides. She's delighted with her .38 Bodyguard and I now have a great summer OD weapon.

A win-win situation.

 

I think the LCR in 38sp would be good for her IMO. But I think the best thing to do is to spend a day at a good range that has a variety of pistols and let her rent to shoot. That way she gets the feel for a variety.

 

I realize this is a ruger forum, and i own several rugers i found the same problem with the wifes s&w 637, we tried several rugers, charter arms and finally settled on a s&w 640 .357 mag. That she shoots .38 specials the all stainless frame adds weight and helps with the recoil, she prefers wheel guns over semi autos, it does have bigger grips than the 637 and that helps with some of the recoil also, so i got a nice little backup in the 637

 

I currently have three Ruger firearms, one LCR 38 and two centerfire pistols, a Ruger p95 and a p97. I took my chl proficiency test with the p97 and did very well. My question is every time I hard use the 45 the hammer pinches close to the webbing of my hand, is there anything that can be installed on the gun to prevent it?

 

My wife had a bodygard named it mister snappy, got rid of it she loves my LC9 it hers now.

 

I agree with colin1230, I own a glock 19 and a SR9C. The SR9C has a better trigger, better grip, and less felt recoil. If she shoots it she will love it. I think it is a little heavy for a purse gun. The LCP is a good purse gun. Use a holster for the safety.

 

FWIW: I've got a SR40C and it's my favorite but have you thought about the LC9-CT (crimson trace)? I also have an LCP-CT and I believe the in-between great fit is the LC-9 or LC-380!

 

I found myself using SIG as a great excuse to buy 2 Rugers! IMHO, it's a no brainer buying a Ruger over a SIG, the $ difference always buys more.

 

Just a thought has she shot the SR9C yet???? I bought one and have to say its a great little shooter 9mm in compact form for easy carry and a light recoil take her and have her shoot it Botto line of course is she needs to feel comfortable with it to be safe