Handguns
5 Top Selling Handguns Of August 2017
Published
2 years agoon
![Feature | 5 Top Selling Handguns Of August 2017 | best selling guns of all time](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/top-selling-handguns-gun-weapons-army-pb.jpg)
Do you think your sidearm belongs on the list of top selling handguns? Most of us are pretty much aware of the importance of having a firearm. Owning one can be even better if we are confident our handguns have high quality and can surpass the performance of its counterparts. Find out if you've made a wise choice and if other gun enthusiasts think the same.
Top Selling Handguns | August 2017 Best in the Market
Over the years, gun manufacturers have been competing with each other to create the best firearm that caters to every shooter's needs. There are names that remain at the top for decades, and there are ambitious newcomers in the industry trying to surpass the household names. As much as gun fans would like to stay loyal to a specific brand, the competition has become too close in terms of overall quality, performance, and cost. Gun sales can provide a lot of information in this regard, so, without further ado, here are the top selling handguns for this month:
1. Smith & Wesson 9mm Shield
![Smith & Wesson 9mm Shield | Top Selling Handguns Of August 2017 | firearm](https://guncarriernews.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/top-selling-handguns1.jpg)
Image via Amazon
The Smith & Wesson 9mm Shield is a lightweight pistol and weighs in at around 20 oz. This handgun is a simple strip down machine with no fancy features. The Shield's low profile and slender size are great for everyday carry and perfect for concealment as well.
2. Ruger LCP
![Ruger LCP | Top Selling Handguns Of August 2017 | handguns](https://guncarriernews.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/top-selling-handguns2.jpg)
Image via Amazon
This handgun has a small frame and is lightweight at only 9.6 ounces. The slide and barrel are made of alloy steel chambered in .380 ACP. The Ruger LCP has been one of the most reliable concealed handguns for many years. As a matter of fact, Ruger firearms offer some of the best handguns in the gun market today.
3. Kimber K6s Stainless
![Kimber K6s Stainless | Top Selling Handguns Of August 2017 | ruger firearms](https://guncarriernews.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/top-selling-handguns3.jpg)
Image via Amazon
A small revolver with a cylinder capacity of six rounds, this baby shoots .357 magnum. This Kimber K6s has some real serious firepower for a handgun with just a 2-inch barrel length. It looks tiny, but it's certainly bad news for people with bad intentions.
4. Glock 19
![Glock 19 | Top Selling Handguns Of August 2017 | Glock firearms](https://guncarriernews.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/top-selling-handguns4.jpg)
Image via Amazon
The Glock 19 is hard to beat as a defensive and tactical pistol. Any forum on the best handguns will almost certainly mention Glock firearms. It has superb ergonomics and is extremely reliable. These reasons justify it as the primary handgun for law enforcers worldwide.
5. KEL-TEC PMR-30
![KEL-TEC PMR-30 | Top Selling Handguns Of August 2017 | top selling shotguns](https://guncarriernews.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/top-selling-handguns5.jpg)
Image via Amazon
The KEL-TEC PMR-30 has the least power among the handguns on this list. It loads .22 caliber ammunition but has a standard magazine capacity of 30 rounds. This firearm is a useful practice pistol for learning shooters since it mimics a full-size handgun.
Watch this video from Mrgunsngear Channel and check out the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm review!
Did you find your gun on the list? Before making a purchase, note the varying needs of shooters with these different types of firearms. We have a compact semi-automatic, full-size semi-automatic, 6-shot revolver, concealed carry gun, and a .22 caliber pistol for varmint and range shooting. One is different from the other in firepower, size, and ideal purpose, but all are names you can trust in the business. If you have a gun on our list, kudos to you for making the right decision!
What can you say about these top selling handguns for the month of August? Share your thoughts in the comment section below!
UP NEXT: Gun Deals For Summer | 7 Gun Brands With Great Offers!
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitte
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on August 31, 2017, and has been updated for quality and relevancy.
Originally posted on May 23, 2018 @ 6:00 AM
![Gear Testers Free Offer ad Gear Testers Free Offer ad](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/SL-Free-Gear-Ad-1.gif)
![](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Automatic-black-9mm-pistol-holding-in-hand-aiming-Staccato-P-review-Featured-SS-80x80.jpg)
Staccato P Review | Staccato P 1000 Round – The Most Accurate Duty Pistol
![](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/classic-trigger-double-barreled-shotgun-sawed-off-shotgun-ss-featured-80x80.jpg)
Sawed Off Shotgun | Everything You Need To Know
![](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/old-czechoslovak-gun-9-mm-caliber-cz-75-sp01-ss-featured-80x80.jpg)
CZ 75 SP01 Tactical Gun Review | Gun Carrier
![](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Cotton-flag-with-machine-gun-over-it-series-best-military-rifles-SS-featured-80x80.jpg)
PODCAST: Gun Law Changes All Across America Right Now
![](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Girl-with-gun-in-the-forest-Tikka-rifles-Featured-SS-80x80.jpg)
PODCAST: How to Win Olympic Gold
![](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/self-defense-concept-homeowner-ready-fight-self-defense-ss-80x80.jpg)
PODCAST: 50 Important Ideas For Self-Defense, Self-Reliance, and Personal Safety
![](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Wardrobe-weapons-safe-storage-guns-Best-gun-safes-Featured-SS-80x80.jpg)
10 Best Gun Safes In 2022 | Gun Carrier
![Feature | 9mm Gun in the Table | The Best Handguns For Home Defense](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/9mm-hand-gun-rounds-best-handguns-for-home-defense-ss-feature.jpg)
The Best Handguns For Home Defense
![Feature | Weapon on fire | DIY Badass Weapons That Can Save Your Life When SHTF [2nd Edition]](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/DIY-Badass-Weapons-Feature.jpg)
14 DIY Badass Weapons That Can Save Your Life When SHTF [2nd Edition]
![Feature | Shooting Rifle By Looking Through A Scope Hunting | The .22 Rifle | Myths And Truths Exposed](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/shooter-sighting-target-long-distance-.22-Rifle-ss-Feature.jpg)
The .22 Rifle | Myths And Truths Exposed
![Feature | Gun in a man's back | The Best Revolver for Concealed Carry Handguns | Top Handguns](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/hidden-guns-best-revolver-for-concealed-carry-ss-FEATURE.jpg)
The Best Revolver For Concealed Carry Handguns | 5 Top Handguns
![Feature | Putting gun in a vault | Unusual Hidden Gun Safes To Keep Your Firearms Secure](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/person-putting-firearm-gun-safe-hidden-gun-safes-ss-Feature.jpg)
9 Unusual Hidden Gun Safes To Keep Your Firearms Secure
![Feature | Firearm Collection Pare Down? 5 Guns To Get Rid Of And Why | Ammunition](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/pile-deactivated-weapons-firearm-ss-FEATURE.jpg)
Firearm Collection Pare Down? 5 Guns To Get Rid Of And Why
![Feature | Three gun in the storage case | Hidden Gun Storage Ideas](https://guncarrier.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/black-handgun-plastic-secure-storage-case-hidden-gun-storage-ss-Feature.jpg)
David T.
September 10, 2017 at 7:26 AM
I STILL love my Glock 43 for cc. Reliable. My Ruger GP 100 (4″ barrel, Cherrywood custom grip) is always dependable. Doesn’t jam and will stop whatever is in it’s path. Accurate at a distance as well. Yes, they are only 6 shots with these sidearms, but I see it this way; should I need more than 6 bullets, I’m in the wrong area of town. But, I always have an extra clip for my Glock and a speed load for my Ruger, just in case.
Mikial
October 1, 2017 at 4:56 PM
Trust me, a) you don’t need to be in any particular area of town to find yourself facing a situation where 6 bullets are not optima, and b) we sometimes do indeed find ourselves in the wrong part of town for a wide range of reasons. Not to say a G43 or revolver is a poor choice, just saying that you need to beware of a mindset that lulls you into a complacency that 6 bullets are enough. Trust me, I can tell you from personal experience that mag changes while being shot at are difficult and fraught with opportunities for everything to go sideways very quickly.
David T.
October 1, 2017 at 5:02 PM
I carry an extra clip on me. Also, I don’t miss. When the 1st person drops, how brave do you think the rest will be? You overestimate the courage of criminals. Drop 1 or 2 and the rest will be not to thrilled to continue to engage. And sorry, but I stay away from bad neighborhoods. 21 years as a civilian and I have managed quite well. Retired 10th SFG . I am used to combat situations. I don’t get rattled. I am well focused, well disciplined.