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Discussion in 'Guns & Hunting' started by biker105nn, Dec 13, 2013.

  1. Dec 14, 2013 at 10:25 AM
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  2. Dec 14, 2013 at 10:31 AM
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    My 2 cents........

    A lot of good info here. As stated, the size of the gun depends on your size. I'd go as small as you can with a gun that fits comfortably in your hand. I have huge hands, so my Glock 27 is really pushing it as far as maintaining a good grip and getting back on target for flash sight pictures quickly. I can get accurate shots downrange quicker with my Sig 229 due to being able to manage the recoil better with the larger grips.

    I've had to (and/or chose to) carry a firearm concealed every day for the last 10 years in areas where people can NOT know you have your gun (obviously, I was doing this legally.....I just don't want to go into any more specifics than that). I've gone through just about every method of trying to keep it concealed and always come back to the same method, regardless of season and weapon choice. IWB. When I say IWB, I mean a QUALITY IWB holster. Not a crappy Uncle Mike's $30 holster.

    I go with comptac holsters, personally. I've used the Minotaur MTAC with my Sig 229 and Glock 27. It kept it perfectly concealed while wearing only a slim fit tshirt. Obviously, you need to be aware of some printing if you bend over. However, for everyday concealed carry, no one will notice. In my environments, people are usually more aware.

    IMO, find a quality weapon that suits your needs and try out the MTAC or something similar. As long as it's a quality IWB holster, you won't be disappointed. The can't ability of the holster can also help eliminate printing, which is why I went with the MTAC.

    Good luck!
     
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  5. Dec 15, 2013 at 10:31 AM
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    thanks FAU, awesome info! When the time comes to purchase, Ill give the Mtac a shot, I still need to take the class etc, so itll be a few months before im actually carrying, but at least now I wont be so clueless as to carry options. I have been around guns, hunting my whole life, but the idea of carrying one on your person is totally new. Thanks!
     
  6. Dec 15, 2013 at 3:54 PM
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    A lot of the weapons intended for concealed carry do not have safeties. I carry a M&P9c on a daily basis with a round in the chamber with no issues. It has no safety other than not pulling the trigger. As long as your holster is a quality holster it is fine, especially if you are carrying IWB because nothing is going to snag the trigger on accident. It took a while to get used to because I always heard keep the weapon on safe until you are ready to fire but now I am fine with it.

    As far as carrying with a T-Shirt, that depends on a lot of things from what pistol you get, what holster you get and how deep it goes into your pants and how much remains above the waist line, your body type, what activities you are going to be doing, where you are going to be (gun friendly area or an area with more anti gun people), the weather, where on your hip it is sitting, so on and so forth. I personally like two layers on top and have never had a problem.

    What I do is rock an undershirt that covers it to hide the print a bit and then a button up over that, usually untucked. I like the button ups because they look good, are loose fitting, and are light weight for the summer time so people dont wonder why you have on a heavy shirt when its 100 degrees outside. Winter time Just put on a sweat shirt or an unzipped carhart jacket. But this only works for me. i have a small frame and always wear jeans and boots so this is the best I have been able to do. You will have to do some experimenting with your own stuff.
     
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    good advice!
     
  8. Dec 16, 2013 at 3:04 AM
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    ^^^this. Let me just add that I don't think a concealed carry gun should have a safety engaged. The entire purpose of carrying is to defend yourself in a split second. No safety on, one in hype pipe, ready to go. And PRACTICE!
     
  9. Dec 16, 2013 at 3:31 AM
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    ^^^^ that's why I carry a Glock. If I ever NEED it I want to draw, point, shoot. We've all seen people at the range forget to take the safety off, never mind in a high stress situation
     
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    M&P Shield .40..... small, lightweight, safety if you want it, and reliable as hell. I wear it IWB and find that its hardly ever uncomfortable or noticeable unless someones looking for it.
     
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    Couple different options: Taurus PT-145; S&W M&P 9; S&W Bodyguard .380. All IWB each depending on attire.
     
  12. Dec 16, 2013 at 7:03 PM
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    what about reliability and quality gun? I have been around guns forver, but only the ones my family owns, browning, ruger, etc are there consumer reports etc on a gun thats not gonna crap out? is my option, the springfield armory xds a fairly reliable gun?
     
  13. Dec 17, 2013 at 2:19 AM
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    IMO, if you're looking for reliability, glock is your gun. Yes, there are guns out there that are better in other ways. For example, I like my sig more than my glock. However, when it comes down to it and my ass is on the line, I trust my glock MUCH more than my sig. Murphy always rears it's ugly head.

    I can't provide much info on the gun you listed, though I'm sure someone here can.
     
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    I'm not allowed to carry at work
    But, when I'm not there; I carry a full-size 1911 all day, everywhere I go.. it's on me till I go to bed, and then it's right next to me

    For stats sake: I'm 5' 10" 155lbs... pretty small guy
    There's pockets on the inside of Levi Trucker Jackets/Vests that, with a couple of stitches here and there to form it to the proper shape, are perfect for carrying; the grip sits horizontal across my left pec; gotta button the top couple 2 and bottom couple 2 (leave the 1 by the grip unbuttoned for draw-access) or it drags the left side of the Vest down (or you can add an equal amount of weight to the opposite side; but, by that point your Vest is stupid heavy)
    I forget it's there sometimes; very comfortable, well-concealed, and quickly accessible

    P.S. I'm not making this comment as in saying a full-size 1911 is the best CCW... it's definately not
    I just freaking love 1911's; and, even as a small dude, comfortable, concealed, and accessible carry is doable
     
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    There are two front runners in this category of mid-full size carry guns. Caliber is of little importance. 9mm, 40 or 45, it really matters which one you shoot best and are most comfortable with. The two front runners are the S&W M&P, and the Glock. Jump on Youtube and watch comparison videos. From the info I have gathered from my state gun forum, and youtube, the S&W is likely to overtake the Glock in popularity. Very durable, with more options for customization. Also, it comes with interchangeable back straps to fit your hand better. Also has a rail with 3 settings for adding laser or flashlight. Just as easy to take apart, and can come with an ambi thumb slide. The GEN 4 Glocks are currently experiencing some distaste due to a spring change. Many say that the GEN 4 is now oversprung. Please take this info with a grain of salt as, I have not personally shot a Gen 4. However, there are plenty of reports of stove piping, where Glocks historically are absolute champions straight out of the box.


    Of course, all of these things can be changed.
     
  20. Jan 9, 2014 at 9:51 AM
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    You say the M&P is 'very durable' but nowhere do you say it's more durable than a Glock. Also, the Gen4 Glock also has interchangeable back straps as well as railed for accessories depending on model. Subcompacts are not railed. My Gen4 Glocks shoot every bit as good as my Gen3's. I had one Gen4 G19 that would sporadically eject brass into my face but I sent it off under warranty (only warranty issue EVER with a Glock in all my years and all the rounds I've fired) and it was a painless experience and now it ejects fine. I had several M&P's and sold them all. Bottom line is out the box the Glock has a better trigger, costs less, shoots smaller groups, is easier to find as well as find parts for and has a better track record. All the whizz-bang features mean nothing compared to those. If you bought an M&P you really wouldn't be making a mistake as they're both quality firearms I just wanted to address a few of the points you made comparing the two.
     

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