[BOBno1]

RickB
Normal conditions of readiness would be:
DA = hammer down on loaded chamber, pull trigger to fire (uncocked and unlocked). Most DA guns do not offer a "cocked and locked" option as they either have no manual safety, or the safety doubles as a decocker.

SA = hammer cocked, safety on (a/k/a cocked and locked); flip safety off then pull trigger to fire.

I've never carried anything but a cocked 'n' locked single action auto, including a Hi-Power, for self-defense.

I can't find the guy today. After reading your info, it shouldn't matter. I've never concealed carry my Hipower but have taken it with me in my car most always. I have never and would be a little afraid to carry the gun with the hammer back and I can't say why. I do like the concept of simply pulling the trigger.