The Ruger LC9 would be more comparable to the Kimber Solo, they're both 9x19mm. The Ruger LCP is .380 (9mm Kurz, 9x17).
I would go for the S&W M&P Shield 9mm first, but they are extremely hard to get now. I would recommend the Ruger LC9 if you can get one.
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Rob Frey
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