July 23, 2014, 08:33 PM | #51 |
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I have been up and down the carry gun continuum. From full size autos and revolvers to j frames and Kel Tec 32s. I find J frames and compact 9mm with for me best. I can carry them all day. I'm relaxing in my easy chair right now with a 442. I know it's there but not bugging me, full size carry gun not so much.
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July 24, 2014, 06:18 PM | #52 |
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I've always felt that a person has to carry what "fits" them and whatever their requirements are. I have a friend who is 82 and he recently got a .380 Bodyguard. For him, it works and I can't really see him carrying a bigger sidearm - but that's what his requirements are.
I have always been very comfortable with revolvers and 38 spl. In fact, I prefer them. I currently carry a Smith Model 36 snub. In a lot of places where I go, I'm comfortable with it but I am slowly working towards carrying a Model 10 with a 4 inch barrel. I just plain shoot it better. With that said, I have always felt that "practice" is very very important and doing it often. I always felt that "shot placement" was more important than "quantity". But . . . I'm beginning to change my mind on that as well. The only semi I have is a Ruger SR9. In the winter, we are in Arizona - about 45 miles north of the border. When one considers that they (hopefully)_ will probably never have to be in a situation where they would need to draw their weapon . . . I think that one also has to realize that given the many shootings that have happened by the "crazies" as well as situations where there are more than one "perp" involved . . . . the thought of having "enough" rounds is also something that some of us old die hards are starting to realize. I'm beginning to like the idea of having 17 in a double stack with a spare - just in case. I usually carry on the belt with a shirt tail or jacket over it. In AZ, it's not a problem as we have "open carry" as well but I don't like to "advertise". While I am comfortable with the 9mm cartridge - I'm even beginning to think about going with a 45 just due to the greater knock down power. Recently, I took a class that was taught by LE officer and a former special ops. military retiree who now works LE. The one thing . . . above any of the shooting instruction . . . that they drilled into our heads was to ALWAYS look for more than one perp . . . and if we weren't "scanning" between shots, we basically got slapped along the head - so to speak. I shot not only my Model 10 but my SR9 as well. All of the instructors made a point of talking with me about "what" is out there today that a person might have to face in terms of an armed perp . . and that just like we were taught as kids that there was "safety in numbers" . . . the same applied to the number of cartridges that a person had available if needed. I'm older and sometimes it's hard to change . . . but I honestly think that anyone who takes the responsibility of carrying CCW, needs to always be re-evaluating their thinking. I don't think there is a cut and dried "right or wrong" - it's just that a person always needs to be "learning" and if necessary, changing.
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July 27, 2014, 10:28 AM | #53 |
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Lots of "problems facing us today" and similar comments would make someone forget America is currently the safest it has ever been.
Carry the full size. It doesn't hurt me. But let's not over exaggerate the dangers we face from a shooting. That's why small are so popular. You just don't need a gun today...but in case you want one, the small one is a great option. Being tethered to a cumbersome object just isn't reasonable for most people. I would agree. I own lots of guns but carry a P3AT. |
July 29, 2014, 08:44 PM | #54 |
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I agree with the "different guns in different situations" point of view. Most days at work (office setting), I carry a Shield 9. I don't really expect to have to ward off multiple bad guys. Out and about is a different story. Around here, the punks seem to run in packs. I'm not entirely sure a single stack would be enough. I feel better with my M&P9c. 12+1 & a spare 17rd mag seems to be more comforting.
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July 30, 2014, 05:07 AM | #55 |
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I recently moved away from 9mm and onto 45ACP. Found my perfect two 9mm carry guns. My P226 and Glock 19. Now my .45 carry gun so far is a Smith and Wesson PD Scandium frames 1911. Love it. But I feel the need for a little higher capacity.
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August 1, 2014, 11:59 PM | #56 |
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I often pack a Chiappa Rhino .357 magnum w/4" barrel in a shoulder holster. Button up loose shirts do the trick.
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August 7, 2014, 12:21 AM | #57 |
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I've bounced around some, from full size 9mms, to sub compacts, to pockets to full out 1911's, full size Glocks, and back.
I've settled (for now) with the Glock 30S, since I get my preferred .45 ACP in a nice, easy to carry all day package. Jeans go on in the morning, so does the .45, normally. I've found, however, that my Ruger LCR .38 slid into a pocket is awful handy on lazy days (when I don't wear jeans) or with cargo shorts when its too hot out. |
August 8, 2014, 03:24 PM | #58 |
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I would rather be great with a 22lr, than lousy with a 10mm.
I am not aiming for pelvic bones. Caliber arguments will never end it seems. Shoot whatever you like, as long as you are good with it. |
August 8, 2014, 08:33 PM | #59 |
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well i remember an article about a police shooting of a suspect at 150 yards. with a 3-4 inch barreled 357 magnum using 125 grain ammo.
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August 8, 2014, 10:11 PM | #60 |
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I started carrying large guns, but moved to a 3.3 " barrel, 7/8" thick single stack. My back thanks me! Especially after 14-16 hours. For me, maximizing comfort is the goal. I won't tote a gun that is awkward uncomfortable and heavy. Ymmv.
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My CCW and work gun (at a gun club / range) is this Glock 41. I love this damn thing. |
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