Which sidearm do you prefer in a crossbow loadout?

Hey guys, Since the update launched, i almost exclusively play the crossbow, because It‘s very fun, but obviously it has its shortcomings on the new map. I am trying to figure out what pistol i want to use in the loadout. They all feel a bit samey and i want to ask here what your favourite pistol is at the moment and why?

Obvious choice would be the uppercut, but i like the challenge of not using it, Keeping the lodout within a certain budget.

I just cant figure out what the strengths of the pax are compared to the scotfield or the nagant, for example. Would like to hear some of your thoughts.

Any tips from verteran crossbow players would be highly appreciated, too!

Have a great day!