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It's been a long time since I posted and I apologize if anyone is actually reading.  I really haven't had much to say about the world of firearms.  I am still carrying the ugly Glock 19 and it is still the most comfortable firearm of its size I have ever carried.  I am beginning to feel the itch, all firearms enthusiasts know of what I speak.  The itch to acquire additional firepower, whether you need or can justify it or not.   It's been coming on for awhile but I haven't had to funds.  Still don't but may have in the near future, so the actual acquisition may still be 45 to 70 days away, but the pleasurable shopping and research commenced on two days ago.  There are some decisions that must be made.  I have long wanted a subcompact 9mm.  After my surprise over the Glock 19, my inclination is to buy a "Baby" Glock 26.  I like that it works the same as the 19 and that I could use the 19's spare magazines and spares for the 26 so I would have 2 15 round spare mags rather than use the 2 10 round magazines that come with the gun.  So I will most probably go that route, however I also want another .45 ACP.  I have a bit of ammo left from the 1911, and I like .45's.  The Glock 30 is the compact .45 ACP model and it falls in size between the 19 and the 26, although a little wider than both.  It hold 10 rounds of .45. It is heavier loaded than the 19 though.  Even with the weight and extra width, it should carry almost as comfortably as the 19 and probably more than the compact 1911.  It also has the advantage of the same operating system.  I could also buy extra magazines for the full size Glock and have 13 round spare clips if I want, or later buy the full size .45 just because you can never be too well armed.  Of course, I could also buy the new XDM.  They are a bit more expensive locally than Glock but the triggers are very nice and the operating system is very similar to the 1911, other than not being exactly a single action.  The match grade barrel is nice too. But they are a bit bulkier for carry.  I don't want the full size .45 for regular carry, just because a coworker says they are a bit heavy.

The ex is returning in May and wants a replacement for her Bersa that was stolen, but she thinks she wants a 9 mm rather than another .380.  I agree with this, but haven't found a local outlet for Bersa, the place her original was purchased is no longer with us.  So that gives me another reason to shop.  A coworker is looking hard at the Ruger LC9, she of course is waiting until she finds a pink one.  We are still not sure if she is really wanting a pink gun or just enjoying watching us shudder at the thought.  It does look like a viable option for the ex though, it is actually about the size of the Bersa, although not the two-tone of her old gun and actually offers holds the same number of rounds, maybe even 1 more.  It might be a little bigger, but the polymer frame should make the weight similar.  The Bersa was easy to carry, and had an awesome double-action trigger.  Not sure how the Ruger stands on trigger and I am sure the recoil will be worse, but hopefully the carry will be similar.  I have taken a liking to the Desantis sof-tuck for my Glock, and will probably go that route with both the 30 and 26 when I get them (I eventually plan to own both).  I also want to try a decent ankle rig with the 26 at some point.  That might make a good carry plan for her and the LC9 or the Bersa.  I want to see her go to the 9MM.  For one thing, .380 ammo has improved a lot, but is kind of pricy compared to 9MM.

Anyway, my big decision is which to get first the subcompact 9 mm or the compact .45.  Than whether to stay Glock exclusive, go with another polymer, or just buy metal again.  Of course, I might just fall in love with something I see too.  I will report back soon.