Done properly no one would know you are packing under CWP. No metal detector no problems. ;)
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Done properly no one would know you are packing under CWP. No metal detector no problems. ;)
I usually carry a Glock 19 in winter, and a S&W M&P Shield in summer, but just got this S&W Bodyguard .380, for when concealing is a problem due to beach area clothes.
You have to really be careful with the "No Guns" signs
We are rather lucky that we live in a County that has very few and a "Constitutional Sheriff"
But you need to check the statue
Ours is pretty simple
We are now Permitless Concealed Carry in Idaho and have always been Open Carry
Except Schools, you must have an Enhanced CCW
State College, Enhanced CCW
Federal Buildings that are CLEARLY marked at the entrance, and our Downtown PO was told that they are NOT in compliance as the sign is inside on the wall..
Court Building and Jail are obviously a no carry zone
Private Property with signage it is rather simple,, If they spot the weapon and you are asked to leave you MUST leave or face a Trespass charge,, NOT a firearms charge..
Basically that same as if you are asked to leave Private Property for any other reason..
Of course we actually only have one business in town that has a sign,, and it is often covered in "I Carry" cards
Many people that CCW have a Business Card they carry that basically says:
"I carry a weapon legally, and refuse to shop at a place that doesn't allow me to protect myself" these are often left next to the "No Guns" signs..
I carry a Kimber 1911 4" through most of the year. If it is really warm and I can't hide the 1911 I have a Taurus 5 shot revolver in titanium. Easy to hide and light weight.
Same in Ohio, if a private business is marked no CCW and you are caught with a concealed weapon they will ask you to leave. If you leave, end of story and if you refuse to leave you can be charged with trespassing. Choose wisely....
Obviously this applies to private property - schools, government buildings, and court houses are crimes.
I avoid no carry premises. Invitation to jihadists or nuts who want to shoot people randomly with no worries.
Before I began attending my former church, and the one I attend now, I introduced myself to the pastor and told them I carried. In both cases they were glad. Nowadays you never know when you may need it. Like a parachute, if you need it and you don't have it, you'll probably never need it again.
As a LEO since '91, I have carried daily since then. Been a FRIT (Firearms Range Instuctor Trainer) for my dept since '97. Illinois recently passed CCL for civilians about 4 yrs ago. and I have been a CCL instructor since it's inception.
Personally, off duty, I typically carry 2 pistols (not at the same time) depending in the time of the year. Springfield Range Officer Compact all times except the crazy hot weeks in the summer. Then, I carry an Springfield XDS.
On duty, we are mandated to carry Glock 22's (not my cup of tea, but rules are rules!!!)
I've been CCW since 1978.
My current "pocket carry" is a Ruger LC9S in an Uncle Mike's #4 holster.
I will also carry a Ruger 1911 commander size when it's cold and I'm layered up. I use a RGrizzle IWB/OWB leather holster for that.
Just got a Stealth Gear IWB holster for my Sig 229 that I've yet to try.
"Be careful out there"
Pete <:-}
my wife is ordering me a stealth gear iwb for my 229 for christmas. side note, someone literally was tryign to get into my house at 340am this morning. my 45 was in the bathroom versus on the nightstand. ran them off, but didn't "catch" them on the property. note to everyone and self, keep your sidearm at your "side".
BTW, new CCW should be here today or Saturday. Sig P229 Legion in 9mm!
Being from IL ccw is a fairly new thing. I got mine right after the law was passed. I'm never without my weapon. I carry a Ruger LCR 9mm most days and a Springfield xdsc on others depending where I'm going.
New ccw for me, boy does this thing shoot & carry well! Allow me to introduce the Sig P229 Legion:
Attachment 249291
All Features
• Reduced and Contoured Elite Beavertail
• Frame Relieved Under Trigger Guard
• Legion Gray PVD Finish on Slide and Frame
• Custom High Checkered G-10 Grips
• Grayguns Intermediate Reach Adjustable Trigger
• Enhanced Action with SRT
• Low Profile Slide Catch and Decocking Levers
• Solid Steel Guide Rod
• SIG SAUER® Electro-optics X-RAY™ High Visibility Day/Night Sights
• Enhanced Checkering on Front Strap and Under Trigger Guard
• Three magazines
• P229® Legion Specs
• Action Type DA/SA
• Trigger Pull 10.0/4.4 lb 44.5/19.6 N
• Frame/Slide
• Alloy/Stainless Steel
• Overall Length 7.1" 180mm
• Overall Height 5.4" 137mm
• Overall Width 1.5" 38mm
• Barrel Length 3.9" 99mm
• Sight Radius 5.7" 144mm
• Weight w/ Mag 29.6 oz 839g
• Sights X-RAY™ Day/Night Sights
• Grips Custom G-10
• Accessory Rail
• Picatinny
,,,all for only $215,567.38 :beer2: That's with tax, out the door .
I've carried for a lot years now and never with any comfort. I traded my Sig Sauer P229R saturday for sig P320SC. also picked up a inside the waist band holster by glock. The holster was made for a HK but works ok. This is a comfortable carry and the Sub Compact sig handles and shoots very good. Any one else had any experince with the P320SC.
I've contacted Galco through email and ask for info on a holster and they currently don't have one but are working on it. I carry in the HK holster but it is difficult to get out and back in. I really like the feel of leather but may have to go to the plastic. don't know yet.
I submitted my application for review yesterday. "Now we play the waiting game....":aargh:
God, I just realized that I've been carrying for forty years now, and if it'e comfort I want I still go for my snubby. With the Crimson Trace laser grips i's comfy and you can still make a head shot at twenty yards, not too shabby. The grips make it a totally new gun, and way more accurate.
+1 on the ease and comfort of a snubby, but I'll do without the cat toy. For me the best grip is the DeSantis clip grip. That and the 38+P Airweight model can't be beat for comfort. The grip eliminating the need of a holster. IMHO. :)
I never put my finger on the trigger when pulling a handgun regardless of my method of carry. Even if a person were careless/clueless enough to do so, with a 12 pound double action only trigger, a 642 airweight is unlikely to suffer an accidental discharge. IMHO .......... :)
It's not the presentation of the weapon that is the issue. It's the storing (holstering) of it, that an unprotected muzzle and trigger guard presents a possible problem.
Not trying to promote my biz, but below is a link to our "pocket" holster and the reasoning behind its development. Again...NOT advertising! Just trying to educate ((not saying you're not. But, I've been doing this for a living for a pretty good time and seen a lot of schtuff.))
http://acesandeightsholsters.com/ace...lsters_006.htm
I just spent some time googling the 'effectiveness of laser sights' and came up with a fair amount of info. I guess, like everything else, they have advantages, and disadvantages, depending on conditions, the operator, what have you. There are certainly differing opinions on either side of the issue. I can't really give an accurate assessment based on my very limited first hand use, so I'll dummy up. :o
Ask Foghorn: Are Lasers Really Useful? - The Truth About Guns
https://americanconcealed.com/articl...-laser-sights/
My wife has the lady smith airweight and I have a stainless version (I don't carry it any more, just can't part iwth it though) and I have to agree with both both comments: I feel comfortable with no holster due to the pull and lasers are amazing at low light scenarios. I have a ctc for my wife's glock 26, but haven't purchased one for her airweight. She isn't a "shooter", so anything to help her keep on target the better.
Question for you guys: Is there a maker who makes a GOOD laser/light combo for rail that isn't the size of a baseball? With the led technology, I'm sure it's out there or in development...I'm just not up to date on the accessories.
I'm all for a soft holster for pocket carry
My main reason, and I'm surprised it hasn't been mentioned, is to eliminate pocket wear. A front sight or other little protrusions can wreak havoc on your pockets in a heartbeat.
This little Uncle Mike's #4 or similar has done my pockets well for a very long time.
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Be safe out there!
Pete <:-}
Sort of like what you would see in the NRA magazine, The American Rifleman, The Armed Citizen, this is a post of an occasion when an individual defended the life of a bystander with their CCW ;
Passerby shoots, kills motorist assaulting deputy after traffic stop | Fox News
I've had quite a few people question why I always carry.
My usual response is : "All you have to do is watch the news and you'll know."
This is a perfect example of why the old "need it and not have it" theory always applies.
My only hope is that none of us ever comes into that situation, but,
like on Candid Camera....When you least expect it..
I was taught as a kid in the Boy Scouts..
Be Prepared!!!
Pete <:-}
Perhaps a silly question, but is the sound a factor in deciding what to carry?
It's something I discussed with Bob Allman at the TX meet.
After having shot 44 magnum with full ear protection, I could not help but wonder what would happen if I'd shoot it in an enclosed space without protection. Probably be deaf for a long time after just the first shot. So since CCW is done with the assumption that you could need to shoot in any scenario such as indoors, is this something you considered in your choices?
Not a silly question at all. Shooting firearms indoors (or outdoors) without ear protection is something to be seriously concerned about. The bigger the caliber, generally the louder the report. Your hearing will certainly be affected for awhile. I learned way too late to use ear protection, and am now paying the price. But back to your original question: Should the need to defend yourself or others arise, I think that the decibel level of whatever firearm you are using will not be of much concern in the heat of the moment. Your main concern will be to stop the threat.
Stay safe!
+1. I hear birds chirping 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We used to shoot 44s, 357s, without ear protection. Out in the boonies when you could still do that in South Florida. Stick spent shell casings, or cigarette filters in your ears. That was 'ear protection' back then.
+1 also that in the heat of the moment muzzle blast won't be an issue. Just afterwards.