Why get an AR-9?

[OHJEEZE]

I like the idea of a 9mm carbine because;

9mm is reasonable priced, often cheaper than 22 wmr.

9mm is efficient, a small charge of powder goes a long ways.

A boolit mold and a pound of appropriate powder goes a long way reloading!

More power out of a carbine than a pistol.

You do not always need a 5.56 or 308 for barnyard pests, and the 9mm would be easier on the ears when you have to gun without hearing protection.

Personally I would like a bolt action mag fed 9mm carbine, so I dont have to chase brass. For me it would be a close quarters barn pest combat carbine (cqbpcc) lol

 

[sh00ter]

What about a glock with a 16" barrel in a chassis vs a true PCC or AR-9?

 

[kingfish]

I know this isn't an AR9, but since we are discussing PCCs, I thought I would show you my travel kit. It is easy to toss on the back seat floorboard and cover with a towel or coat. I take it every time I travel more than 30 min. or so from the house. It wouldn't be my first choice for a tactical weapon, but it is the one I will likely have with me when one is needed. This also gives my wife and I a weapon each if stuff happens and we are together. It's just an old computer laptop bag, but it works perfectly for what I need.

 

[sh00ter]

I know this isn't an AR9, but since we are discussing PCCs, I thought I would show you my travel kit. It is easy to toss on the back seat floorboard and cover with a towel or coat. I take it every time I travel more than 30 min. or so from the house. It wouldn't be my first choice for a tactical weapon, but it is the one I will likely have with me when one is needed. This also gives my wife and I a weapon each if stuff happens and we are together. It's just an old computer laptop bag, but it works perfectly for what I need.

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the laptop bag idea is genius!

 

[mmchambers06]

The best argument I have seen for the PCC:

1) Interchangeability of ammo and in some cases magazines
2) Greater distance achieved than a pistol
3) Better Accuracy and Faster Shots than with a pistol, especially under pressure
4) Perceived as a larger threat than a pistol (intimidating)

This was in a magazine article, the author said he qualified with a higher score using the carbine instead of a pistol. The author also claimed that most people do better in simulated defensive situations with an AR or AR carbine. Wish I could remember the article author and date...

I'd add...
Less (over)penetration
Quieter than a pistol or AR
Less concussion and flash
More capacity
Better range
Significantly cheaper practice ammo

And they are just great fun.

 

[Pstmstr]

I know this isn't an AR9, but since we are discussing PCCs, I thought I would show you my travel kit. It is easy to toss on the back seat floorboard and cover with a towel or coat. I take it every time I travel more than 30 min. or so from the house. It wouldn't be my first choice for a tactical weapon, but it is the one I will likely have with me when one is needed. This also gives my wife and I a weapon each if stuff happens and we are together. It's just an old computer laptop bag, but it works perfectly for what I need.

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Nice. I've seen similar set ups in a tennis racket bag.

 

[sh00ter]

Biggest issue with a carbine as a truck gun is the cops or another good guy might shoot you if you holding it as a result of engaging a bad guy. Pistol easier to put away if you had to.

 

[OK Corgi Rancher]

Biggest issue with a carbine as a truck gun is the cops or another good guy might shoot you if you holding it as a result of engaging a bad guy. Pistol easier to put away if you had to.

A rifle will easily fit right on the ground before the cops even arrive and/or get out of their car.

 

[MilitantBEEMER]

I vote for the “because I can” first and foremost. I also like the interchangeable mags between PCC and Handgun. Better accuracy at distance and more power at distance. All that being said, for multiple threats at close to moderate distances, I would vote my AR in 5.56

 

[O4L]

Is this deja vu all over again?

What is the purpose of a PCC for the avg guy?

I've held off on these because money doesn't grow on trees and ammo is not cheap to have a 9mm plinking toy, where 22lr already satisfies that urge...what is the practical purpose for a PCC other than plinking where a full-sized pistol and/or semi-auto rifle would not suffice? Here are some of...

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