Top 3 Handguns for Women – Self-Defense Guide 2020

Here we list down the top 3 handguns for women that will fit and perform perfectly in hand, improve overall control, and mitigate recoil.

Whether you are a man or woman, a good handgun can be one of the best investments you can make. With a handgun, you can walk around the streets safer and better protect yourself against any assailant or thief looking to harm you or your belongings. With that said, not all handguns are created equal. Some which may be perfect for larger and more robust individuals will sit awkwardly in the hand of someone smaller. 

Since a handgun designed primarily for male hands may not work well for women, here we have listed down the top 3 handguns for women that will fit and perform perfectly in hand, improve overall control, and mitigate recoil. 

1. Glock 19

The iconic Glock has built a solid reputation for itself when it comes to providing dependable and accurate handguns. This is why it is often the default choice as personal carry for many law enforcement personnel. The Glock 19 is no exception either, but thanks to its highly compact design and lightweight, it also makes for an excellent conceal carry option. 

The handgun features no frills or gimmicks, and presents itself as a straight forward, no-hassle, shooting system. Our only genuine criticism of the handgun is that, being a double-stack, it may not be suitable for use in truly small hands. 

Pros 

• Reliable 
• Accurate 
• Easy to use 
• Highly concealable 

Cons 

• Double stack design may be limiting for some 

Verdict 

Thanks to its compact size, low recoil, high ease of use, and accurate firing, the Glock 19 just may be the perfect self-defense handgun for women. 

2. Walther PPQ

Sure, this may not be the prettiest to look at as far as handguns go, but it performs its function remarkably well, and that’s what truly matters. The gun is highly ergonomic, with fully ambidextrous controls. The grip is surprisingly comfortable and the gun fits snuggly in most hands. It is an accurate and reliable little pistol that unfortunately gets overlooked because of its appearance. Additionally, it probably has the best trigger feel of any striker-fired handgun on the market. 

Pros 

• Reliable 
• Accurate 
• Highly Ergonomic 
• Easy to use 
• Highly concealable 

Cons

• May not be easy to find depending on your location 

Verdict 

If you are not a huge fan of a Glock handgun, this incredible handgun from Walther’s is an excellent alternative. 

3. SIG Sauer P226 Legion

With a .40 caliber chamber and an 88-inch barrel, the SIG Sauer P226 Legion offers you relatively good range and power without much increase in recoil. The gun is comfortable to hold and offers a smooth trigger feel. What’s truly great about this semi-automatic is that it features both double-action and single-action firing. 

Pros 

• Packs a punch 
• DA/SA
• Reliable 
• Accurate 

Cons 

• Not easy to conceal 
• Expensive 

Verdict 

If you are after a handgun that packs in a little more punch than your standard 9mm, SIG Sauer P226 Legion is a choice worth looking into. 

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