Conceal Carry Question

Steve4102 · December 14 2013 08:18:21 AM MST

A hot chamber or a Cold chamber?

What firearm and why do you carry the way you do?

The_Shadow · December 14 2013 08:52:53 AM MST

If you're gonna carry, it should be hot! Otherwise what's the point!

Glock 29 or 30, in the waistband, just in case!

I pray to the good lord, I am never put to that test!

Steve4102 · December 14 2013 09:29:01 AM MST

I carry a few different handguns and I always carry hot.

My CZ PO-6 is a de-cocker, De-cocked double action ready.

My Stoeger Cougar is a de-cocker with a thumb safety. I carry that de-cocked with the safety on. I could carry it de-cocked with the safety off, but I don't.

My 1911's I used to carry C-1, I have recently switched to C-2. I have been practicing with the C-2 and I don't like it. I think I am going back to C-1.

My PT-25 is double action only safety on.

I sold my Glock-23, I was just not comfortable with with no external safety. YMMV

P33v3 · December 14 2013 09:51:23 AM MST

If there isn't one up the pipe what's the point? If you ever have the need to pull a gun then there is likely no time to rack the slide.

As for carry.

Smith and Wesson 1076 or 645 in a Jackass Rig
or
Smith and Wesson 4513TSW IWB

Each with a minimum of 2 spare magazines.

LeMat · December 14 2013 10:14:51 AM MST

Always this.......

This when I'm heading to town with the family......

The_Shadow · December 14 2013 10:19:31 AM MST

Steve, you have understanding how each pistol works, its do's and don't's. This is where many people get hung up! They fail to understand how things work and why they work like they do. I suppose it has to do with being a gun person or not! ${$default_huh_smiley}$

I have found the Glocks design with its safeties in mind to be very simple and not overly complex. No other controls to worry with or think about, just control the trigger! ${$default_cool_smiley}$

Now, things to consider with it carried "HOT", Holstered and holstering, where nothing can snag or make contact with the trigger is important with any weapon. I like the trigger guard covered, but have seen some molded holsters where the design is pressed too deeply, that is a concern. Small straps and snaps that can get inside the trigger guard is a concern.
I can say when nature calls and you need to drop your pants, you can or will drop your firearm, this is where the holster can really avoid this problem, but having a firearm that is not going to discharge if dropped, is the key! Yes some people have taken them off during this operation and forgotten to pick their stuff up, if you know what I mean! ${$default_embarrassed_smiley}$ Not me so far! ${$default_roll_eyes_smiley}$

My S&W 10xx series guns all have slight variations with respect to safety and design/function...SA/DA and DAO. Another concern is "Second Strike" capability. DAO, will require you to rack the slide, to pre-cock the action, for the trigger to engage the cocking action.

Many like the 1911 setup "cocked and locked" and have a memory reflex to unlock and press.

Sometimes people are their own worst enemy, but not taking the time to prepare with and understand all aspects and responsibilities with their firearms. ${$default_sad_smiley}$

tommac919 · December 14 2013 10:22:45 AM MST

Always one in chamber... that's (imo) the only way.

But, I carry ones that are da/sa or my older sig da only... no safety except a trigger finger and your head!

( btw , had a colt 45acp series 70, learned on revolvers and transitioned to semi da only... in combat shoot forgot to take off safety and lost valuble time... never carried it agn... traded in for a sig p220 )

sqlbullet · December 14 2013 01:05:34 PM MST

i almost always carry a 1911 in condition 1. When my G29 gets its holster time it also have one on the chamber.

Shadow as always makes good points about a quality holster and trigger discipline, which extends beyond keeping you booger hook off the bang switch. it also includes being aware of the trigger at all times.

pacapcop · December 14 2013 02:01:20 PM MST

Hot, in cold season in coat pocket G20 or Sig 220. Hot season, hot waist band G20.

yankee2500 · December 14 2013 03:00:57 PM MST

Always one in the chamber or a full cylinder.
With a double action revolver you could get away carrying with the hammer on an empty chamber but giving up one round in a revolver is not advisable.

denclaste · December 14 2013 03:40:59 PM MST

My 1911's C-1, same way I learned to carry it in Nam. G20 C-1(carefully). Do what you are the most comfortable with, not what others say you should/have to do. As long as you are following all the safety procedures with the type of gun you are carrying its your decision.

DAVIDF · December 16 2013 04:52:39 PM MST

When I was carrying a 1911 in the military, it was always C-1. Now I am always carrying a Glock. With a striker fired pistol is it called C-1? Anways, always one in the chamber.

ragsflh · December 16 2013 06:24:07 PM MST

always carry hot

Mr. AR50 · December 16 2013 08:14:49 PM MST

RIA 10mm in c-1, in a forward-canted Galco Hi-Ride hip holster. ${$default_grin_smiley}$

Condor1970 · December 21 2013 08:46:27 AM MST

My buddy who carries a 1911 always gets on my case for "not" carrying condition 1.

I carry a Sig P938, because it is small, and my preferred piece to carry for that reason alone. However, it does not have a grip safety. Because of this, I really do prefer to carry condition 3, and if necessary, use a side stance/elbow technique if needed in the one in a million chance I'll ever need my sidearm.