Best New Handguns for Women at SHOT Show 2025
Top Picks for Ladies Who Carry
I spent my time at SHOT Show 2025 browsing the aisles for standout firearms that I believe cater to women's needs. The demand for firearms designed with women in mind has grown exponentially, driven by an increasing number of women seeking personal protection, recreational shooting, and hunting.
This shift has inspired manufacturers to create handguns and rifles that prioritize tailored fit, functionality, and even a touch of style to meet the unique needs of female shooters. It was refreshing to see more options that weren’t “pink and shrink” but actual innovative designs that could be quality options for women.
This curated roundup highlights the top picks from SHOT Show 2025, showcasing the innovations that are reshaping the market for women-centric firearms. Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or new to firearms, these options are worth checking out.
Sig Sauer P365 Rose
Specifications:
- Caliber: 9mm
- Capacity: 10+1 / 12+1
- Barrel Length: 3.1 inches
- Overall Length: 5.8 inches
- Width: 1.1 inches
- Weight: 18.5 oz (unloaded)
- Sights: X-RAY3 Day/Night Sights
The Sig Sauer P365 Rose is a stylish twist on the popular P365 platform, blending performance with elegance. Specifically designed with women in mind, it features rose gold accents, making it both attractive and practical. Sig definitely knows how to create an eyecatcher that performs just as well as it looks. Chambered in 9mm, the P365 line is perfect for concealed carry and is arguably one of the most popular choices for everyday carry. Lightweight and sleek, this handgun offers sophistication without sacrificing performance. Sig Sauer has expanded the line with the newly released California-compliant P365XL Rose edition.
Savage Stance XR
Specifications:
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 7+1 / 8+1
- Barrel Length: 3.2 inches
- Overall Length: 6.2 inches
- Width: 0.96 inches
- Weight: 19 oz (unloaded)
- Sights: Tritium Night Sights
The Savage Stance XR is a refined micro-compact pistol designed for concealed carry with an emphasis on innovative design and precision. They took the original Stance design and advanced it with feedback from users and engineers. I personally carry the Stance and I really like the feel of the new XR model. Still chambered in 9mm, it features a slimmer profile, now with an optics-ready slide. Savage also kept the ambidextrous controls for versatile handling. Adding to the versatility the textured polymer grip now has interchangeable backstraps providing a customizable, secure hold. With aggressive slide serrations and a durable Melonite finish, the Stance XR offers style in a compact, easy-to-carry package. Perfect for everyday carry, this pistol delivers performance and comfort in equal measure.
Kimber CDS9
Specifications:
- Caliber: 9mm
- Capacity: 7+1
- Barrel Length: 3.15 inches
- Overall Length: 6.1 inches
- Width: 1.06 inches
- Weight: 15.6 oz (unloaded)
- Sights: Tritium Night Sights
Newly launched, the Kimber CDS9 is a sleek, compact pistol built for concealed carry and precision performance. This gun on display was quite attractive, the slide and grip color contrasts complimented each other for a premium look. Chambered in 9mm, it offers a 7+1 capacity in a lightweight, easy-to-carry package. Its tritium night sights ensure excellent visibility in low light, while the single-action trigger provides a smooth, consistent pull. Compact, reliable, and engineered for comfort, the Kimber CDS9 is an outstanding choice for personal defense.
Ruger RXM
Specifications:
- Caliber: 9mm
- Capacity: 12+1 / 15+1
- Barrel Length: 3.2 inches
- Overall Length: 6.3 inches
- Width: 1.02 inches
- Weight: 19 oz (unloaded)
- Sights: Tritium Fiber Optic Front Sight, Adjustable Rear Sight
The Ruger RXM is a versatile, optics-ready pistol designed for concealed carry and everyday use. The RXM is chambered in 9mm, with a 10+1 or 15+1 capacity for women looking for one on the larger side. The tritium fiber optic front sight and adjustable rear sight ensure quick and accurate target acquisition. Its lightweight polymer frame and textured grip provide a secure hold and comfortable handling. With a black nitride slide finish with a stealth gray grip and a reversible magazine release, the Ruger RXM combines style, reliability, and practicality in one impressive package.
Taurus G3C T.O.R.O
Specifications
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 12+1
- Barrel Length: 3.2 inches
- Overall Length: 6.3 inches
- Width: 1.2 inches
- Weight: 22 oz (unloaded)
- Sights: White Dot Front Sight, Adjustable Rear Sight
The Taurus G3C T.O.R.O. (Taurus Optics-Ready Option) is a compact, feature-packed pistol designed for versatility and performance. Chambered in 9mm, it offers a 12+1 capacity handgun that landed in the middle of the pack when it came to size comparison to the others. I thought it provided a very practical and workhorse design. Its optics-ready slide with a mounting plate system allows users to easily attach a red dot sight, while the white dot front sight and adjustable rear sight provide dependable accuracy. Compact, reliable, and optics-ready, the G3C T.O.R.O. is an excellent choice for concealed carry or home defense.
HK CC9
Specifications
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 10+1 / 13+1
- Barrel Length: 3.39 inches
- Overall Length: 6.3 inches
- Width: 1.08 inches
- Weight: 20.7 oz (unloaded)
- Sights: Luminescent 3-Dot Sights
New at SHOT Show 2025 is the HK CC9 premium concealed carry pistol. It combines reliability, precision, and modern features. Chambered in 9mm, it offers 10+1 or 13+1 capacity, polymer grip with recoil-reducing engineering providing superior control and comfort. While the luminescent 3-dot sights ensure excellent visibility in various lighting conditions. Its optics-ready slide and ambidextrous controls enhance versatility for every user. With a durable black nitride slide and sleek matte black finish, the HK CC9 is small and stylish for those seeking a high-performance concealed carry handgun.