Backup gun: more is better? - Page 3

dakota.potts · October 7, 2016, 01:15 AM

I don't really see the point as a civilian in normal life. I will not be expected to make arrests on violent criminals or walk through an active war zone.

A double stack 9mm (or .40 or .45) and a spare magazine should be more than enough ammo for the very large variety of situations a normal person should encounter. There may be a very rare situation which would call for a second gun, but at some point you can only prepare for so much. (the hypothetical "27 ninjas" argument).

Statistically, it's been pointed out that there are a variety of other tools which are more likely to save your life or somebody else's than carrying a gun, let alone two guns. How many people with multiple guns also carry emergency first aid supplies?

October 7, 2016, 01:15 AM	#51
dakota.potts Senior Member Join Date: February 25, 2013 Location: Keystone Heights, Florida Posts: 3,084	I don't really see the point as a civilian in normal life. I will not be expected to make arrests on violent criminals or walk through an active war zone. A double stack 9mm (or .40 or .45) and a spare magazine should be more than enough ammo for the very large variety of situations a normal person should encounter. There may be a very rare situation which would call for a second gun, but at some point you can only prepare for so much. (the hypothetical "27 ninjas" argument). Statistically, it's been pointed out that there are a variety of other tools which are more likely to save your life or somebody else's than carrying a gun, let alone two guns. How many people with multiple guns also carry emergency first aid supplies? __________________ Certified Gunsmith (On Hiatus) Certified Armorer - H&K and Glock Among Others You can find my writings at my website, pottsprecision.com.