I have a carry weapon dilemma because I can't stop buying compact firearms...LCP .380, LCR .357, 442 .38 special, 642 .38 special, Seecamp .32, Sig P390, Kahr PM 9, Kimber Compact Carry .45 ACP...there always seems to be a reason to carry a different gun. I've read that one should stick to one gun for carry so that he/she is familiar with it, however, I always find a reason (weather, clothing, firepower) to carry something new. Any suggestions?
I have never understood why people seem to gravitate to guns that shoot so poorly. Will the ease and comfort of a tiny gun be worth it when you have to use it to defend your life? I am sure a lot of folks will come in and defend their little plastic guns but I just don't see how one of those is going to match up to a compact or full size gun.
Everyone has to make their own decisions and I should probably keep my opinions to myself. It's just a little frustrating when I see people who should know better who, basically, lie to themselves.No defending anything here. Handguns suck! Handguns are a compromise, especially little handguns in non-service calibers. What mouse guns provide is ease of carry. Personally I try not to carry a small gun because it is easier but rather because I don't have another option. A larger gun is just not practical when carrying in some environments. What I do insist on is carrying a gun that meets some minimum standard for power. For me that is a Smith 642 with 135 gr gold dot short barrel loads. It is about as small as I will go. I am considering giving the Glock 43 a try since the Glock 26 and Shield are still too large for my needs.
Everyone has to make their own decisions and I should probably keep my opinions to myself.
Everyone has to make their own decisions and I should probably keep my opinions to myself. It's just a little frustrating when I see people who should know better who, basically, lie to themselves.
1. YOU have good opinions, and I enjoy reading them.
2. It wouldn't be INGO if everyone kept their opinions to theirselves
Shot placement is key. This is all I ever carry. This ain't Kosovo, most confrontations can be ended with a hard look. If you need more than this, get off the internet and hit the range!
No defending anything here. Handguns suck! Handguns are a compromise, especially little handguns in non-service calibers. What mouse guns provide is ease of carry. Personally I try not to carry a small gun because it is easier but rather because I don't have another option. A larger gun is just not practical when carrying in some environments. What I do insist on is carrying a gun that meets some minimum standard for power. For me that is a Smith 642 with 135 gr gold dot short barrel loads. It is about as small as I will go. I am considering giving the Glock 43 a try since the Glock 26 and Shield are still too large for my needs.
Everyone has to make their own decisions and I should probably keep my opinions to myself. It's just a little frustrating when I see people who should know better who, basically, lie to themselves.