I have been searching out the ideal semi-auto BUG gun for IDPA. Here is my list. Figured it would make a good poll as well. Remember, I am not asking what is the best BUG gun, but what is best for IDPA, so I assume maximum barrel length and heaviest weight are advantages. I decided to exclude any guns under 3.0" barrel length and any guns that weigh less than 13oz.
Requirements:
<=3.6" barrel
<= 29 ounces with empty mag
8.2.6.6.1 Handguns permitted for use in BUG-S must:
8.2.6.6.1.1 Be semi-automatic.
8.2.6.6.1.2 Be single action, double action, double action only, or striker fired.
8.2.6.6.1.3 Use .380 ACP or larger cartridges.
8.2.6.6.1.4 Barrel length of 3.60” (91.4 mm) or less.
8.2.6.6.1.5 The unloaded firearm with the heaviest magazine must weigh 29.00 oz. (822.1 grams) or less.
8.2.6.6.1.6 The firearm with the largest magazine inserted must fit in the IDPA gun test box measuring 7 ¼” x 5 ½” x 1 ⅜” (184.2 mm x 139.7 mm x 34.9 mm.)
8.2.6.6.1.7 Magazine length (tubes plus base pad) that extend no more than 1.0” (25.4 mm) beyond the bottom of the grip.
8.2.6.6.2 Start Condition:
8.2.6.6.2.1 Single action only firearms will start cocked and locked. (hammer cocked, safety engaged).
8.2.6.6.2.2 Selective DA/SA firearms will start cocked and locked or decocked at the shooter’s discretion.
8.2.6.6.2.3 When decocking is desired, firearms with a decocking lever or button will be decocked using the lever or button.
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8.2.6.6.2.4 When decocking is desired, if the hammer must be lowered by pulling the trigger and manually lowering the hammer, the hammer will be lowered to the lowest position possible.
8.2.6.6.2.5 In BUG semi-auto the shooter will start with one round in the chamber and 5 rounds in the magazine, and 6 rounds in each additional magazine. Therefore I excluded any guns less than 3" barrel and less than 15oz.
8.2.6.6.3 Semi-Automatic Modifications:
Semi-automatic BUG must comply with all Enhanced Service Pistol (ESP) features and modifications, and equipment restrictions.
These are the guns on based on my research:
380ACP
Walther PK380, DA/SA, 3.6", 19.5oz.
Sig P250 380ACP, 3.6", DAO, 19.4oz
Sig P232, 3.6", DAO, 23.6oz.
Hi-Point 380ACP, 3.5", DAO, 29oz.
Cobra Freedom FS380, 3.5", 24oz. DAO
Bersa Thunder 380, 3.5", 20oz, DA/SA
Walther PPK/S, 380, 3.3", 24oz, DA/SA
Bersa 380CC, 3.3", 16.4oz, DA/SA
Glock 42, 3.26", 13.8oz
9mm
S&W M&P Shield, 3.1", 19oz. DAO
Kahr CW9, 3.6", 16oz, DAO
HK USP 9C, 3.6", 26oz, DA/SA, DAO
Sig P250SC9B, 3.6", 25oz, DAO
Sig 320SC-9, 3.6", 25oz, DAO
Springfield XDS, 3.3", 23oz. Striker, DAO
Springfield EMP, 3.0", 27oz, SAO
Kimber CDP II Ultra, 3.0", 25oz, SAO
Kahr K9, 3.47", 25oz, DAO
Beretta Nano, 3", 19.5oz, DAO
STI Lawman, 3.24", 25oz, SAO
CZ 2075 RAMI, 3.0", 25oz, DA/SA
Glock 26, 3.42", 23.5oz, DAO
Doesn't meet requirements:
EAA Witness Pavona, 380ACP, 30oz, too heavy.
Beretta PICO, 380, 2.7", 11.5oz
S&W Bodyguard, 2.75", 12oz.,
Ruger LCP, 2.7", 9.4oz
Colt Mustang 380, 12.5oz
Kimber Micro Carry, 13.5oz
North American Arms Guardian 380, 2.49" 18.8oz
Sig P290RS, 2.9", 16.4oz
Beretta Cheetah 84FS, 3.8" barrel
Sig P250, 3.9" barrel
Sig P239, 29.5oz
Sig P238HD, 2.7", 20oz, SAO