The honest truth is that the platform matters alot less than simply getting your hours in becoming comfortable with each aspect of operating the gun.
Most folks want to collect, not train.
Get something simple like this then put your time in.
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This is my first choice for edc.
https://www.smith-wesson.com/product/m-p-9-m2-0-4-inch-metal-compact-thumb-safety
I'm an OWB type of guy and this is still barely small enough to get into some of my pockets too. Not one to care about printing in my state where a lot of people open carry, or know that most of us are packing freedom seed dispensers.
She's a beaut. Big boy.
She gets the job done. Is super reliable. Works very well in sub-zero temperatures.
Usually carry her with 2 backup 32 round magazines at a minimum.
Also put a modest laser on it too to increase my accuracy since I can't afford to train all the time. Figured if I don't have the cash for extra bullets, better make sure I hit the target when it counts.