Gun/carry options for my wife - Page 3

Soundslikejosh · 02-14-2009

Oh, one other things, I have dealt with women who have a hard time or are basically incapable of pulling a revolver's double action trigger. Just something else to consider, but it puts a big damper on the revo idea.

Pami · 02-14-2009

Wow.. I just re-read what I wrote... demmons: my apologies. I've been really distracted the last few days (and irritated by things completely unrelated to this particular thread), so I'm sorry that post came across so brief and so harsh. Bullet points help me organize my own thoughts, but they certainly don't come across as nice and friendly, do they?

I'm glad you see the wisdom in not telling your wife what or how to carry. OTH, if you're a guy who likes to try out new guns and then turn around and sell them for something different, you might give that a try and see how it works out.

On the purse carry -- just make sure if she is determined to do it that you get a purse designed specifically with a holster pocket to keep the gun separate from the other items in the purse and that her firearm fits easily into that pocket.

Mine is a leather purse with a zipper in the side (just below where the strap attaches to the bag part) that has a removable holster that velcros in place in the pocket. For a smaller gun than what I have this is probably pretty darn convenient. For my P250, it's a study in patience and frustration. I can tell you that if I ever needed my gun in a hurry, it'd be better left in the purse and used as a padded brick to hit my attacker with. If I had time to slip it out, maybe it'd be useful. If I have that much time, hopefully I'm calling 911 with my other hand. Moral of the story: make sure her chosen firearm actually FITS in the purse. Here's a photo of mine; you can see the P250 sticking out the end on the left side of the photo.

I do hope you'll take the time to at least glance through those other threads I pointed out, and definitely point your wife in the direction of the Cornered Cat website (clicky: Cornered Cat).

BerettaBarbie · 02-17-2009

I agree with what others have said, purse carry is not the "best" option. I used to carry in my purse but found it to be cumbersome, and like you said "a paper weight" type situation. I have a few personal experience tips for your wife.

1. If you insist on carrying in a purse, get a purse with an inside pocket and clip a holster too it.

2. Carry on your body if you can

3. take your purse to the range, and practice drawing and firing. THIS IS IMPORTANT

BerettaBarbie · 02-17-2009

Bubbajms · 02-17-2009

My wife flat-out laughed at the pink Walther we saw today.. she says if you're gonna carry, at least have the decency to carry a firearm that looks like one..

demmons · 02-17-2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bubbajms

My wife flat-out laughed at the pink Walther we saw today.. she says if you're gonna carry, at least have the decency to carry a firearm that looks like one..

Lucky you my wife has the color scheme picked out but not the gun yet. Starting to drive me nuts.

4sarge · 03-01-2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by demmons

Well my wife has decided to start carrying. Which is a great relief to me, she can shoot which scares me.

She will most likely be carrying in her purse. My only concern with this is she is more comfortable with a mid-size auto and I would rather see her carry a concealed hammer .38. My reasoning being with a wheel gun pull trigger go bang very seldom do you get a failure to fire, where as an auto there is a greater probability of mechanical failure. My fear being the firearm getting lost, gunked, and or otherwise rendered a paper weight in the bottom of her purse. Do the carry purses render this a moot point? And if so (can't believe I'm about to ask this) are they available in fashionable styles. (shutter).

The wife has been purse carrying for 30+ years. She now is using a Galco gun purse. It has a concealed compartment that opens from the outside, Velcro and or a zipper closes the concealed flap. This purse isn't as nice as her first that she carried for the majority of that time. You can find no name brands on Ebay and the web but I do not know how well they are constructed. The first purse we bought at a cop shop in Indy. Fashionable to me

Concealed Gun Purses, Carriers and Belts "NEW and EXCITING"

Pamcake · 03-04-2009

I have had CC purses for over 10 years now; high quality ones (and CC briefcases & vests for the guys too) are available at Coronado Leather online. The guns do NOT get dirty, as the special vertical pocket does not communicate with the other purse compartment(s). Multiple styles & leather colors are available. Not cheap, but they do have a 'sale' section.

02-14-2009	#1 (permalink)
Soundslikejosh Expert Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Bloomington Posts: 1,468	Oh, one other things, I have dealt with women who have a hard time or are basically incapable of pulling a revolver's double action trigger. Just something else to consider, but it puts a big damper on the revo idea. __________________ As far as the number of guns I have, most are backups for me or handouts to my family in the event of a OMGWTFSHTFBBQ ~ bigcraig His outward persona makes Mr. Rodgers look like 50 Cent, but with a blade in his hand the only thing keeping your head on your shoulders is the fact that he is a good person. ~Bushido Devil Dog

02-14-2009	#2 (permalink)
Pami Certified Cheesehead Importer Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Next to Lars Posts: 4,114	Wow.. I just re-read what I wrote... demmons: my apologies. I've been really distracted the last few days (and irritated by things completely unrelated to this particular thread), so I'm sorry that post came across so brief and so harsh. Bullet points help me organize my own thoughts, but they certainly don't come across as nice and friendly, do they? I'm glad you see the wisdom in not telling your wife what or how to carry. OTH, if you're a guy who likes to try out new guns and then turn around and sell them for something different, you might give that a try and see how it works out. On the purse carry -- just make sure if she is determined to do it that you get a purse designed specifically with a holster pocket to keep the gun separate from the other items in the purse and that her firearm fits easily into that pocket. Mine is a leather purse with a zipper in the side (just below where the strap attaches to the bag part) that has a removable holster that velcros in place in the pocket. For a smaller gun than what I have this is probably pretty darn convenient. For my P250, it's a study in patience and frustration. I can tell you that if I ever needed my gun in a hurry, it'd be better left in the purse and used as a padded brick to hit my attacker with. If I had time to slip it out, maybe it'd be useful. If I have that much time, hopefully I'm calling 911 with my other hand. Moral of the story: make sure her chosen firearm actually FITS in the purse. Here's a photo of mine; you can see the P250 sticking out the end on the left side of the photo. I do hope you'll take the time to at least glance through those other threads I pointed out, and definitely point your wife in the direction of the Cornered Cat website (clicky: Cornered Cat). __________________ *Well-behaved women seldom make history. Laurel Thatcher Ulrich Have a question? Check out the INGO FAQ:* http://ingunowners.com/forums/genera...qs_sticky.html Still don't get the minimum post count rule? Watch the videos in this thread: http://ingunowners.com/forums/break_...ed_before.html

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02-17-2009	#3 (permalink)
BerettaBarbie Plinker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Carmel, IN Posts: 11	I agree with what others have said, purse carry is not the "best" option. I used to carry in my purse but found it to be cumbersome, and like you said "a paper weight" type situation. I have a few personal experience tips for your wife. 1. If you insist on carrying in a purse, get a purse with an inside pocket and clip a holster too it. 2. Carry on your body if you can 3. take your purse to the range, and practice drawing and firing. THIS IS IMPORTANT

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Bubbajms Linux Marksman Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Delphi, IN Posts: 1,799	My wife flat-out laughed at the pink Walther we saw today.. she says if you're gonna carry, at least have the decency to carry a firearm that looks like one..

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Pamcake Don't Tread On Me Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Franklin, IN Posts: 300	I have had CC purses for over 10 years now; high quality ones (and CC briefcases & vests for the guys too) are available at Coronado Leather online. The guns do NOT get dirty, as the special vertical pocket does not communicate with the other purse compartment(s). Multiple styles & leather colors are available. Not cheap, but they do have a 'sale' section.