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  1. Jul 18, 2016 at 3:38 PM
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    I carry a Springfield XDs 45.
     
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  2. Jul 18, 2016 at 3:43 PM
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    Others have said these already but I think my top
    3 to chose from would be the Sig P938, S&W M&P Shield 9mm,
    or the Glock G43, all 9mm, and all shoot great.
    Little expensive and heavier but I have a Springfield EMP 9mm.
    It has been a great shooter for me.
     
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  3. Jul 18, 2016 at 3:44 PM
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    I also like the Glock 23 26 27 17.
     
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  4. Jul 18, 2016 at 3:55 PM
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    When it comes to caliber, I still remember the hot summer day I was out with my Motorcycle Club and, while stopped for gas and a water, one of my friends came up to me and jokingly said: "You still carry that piece of shit .380 on these warm rides?" I said I did, and he shook his head, exclaiming that the .45ACP was the only caliber worth anything and the 1911 the only gun worthy to shoot it. I looked at him, in his t-shirt, jeans, and boots and asked if was carrying his 1911. His response was: "Hell, no, no place to conceal it in this weather." He then pointed to his hunting knife. I smiled and said: ".380 for the win!" He got all flustered when the crew started laughing.

    I like anything I can properly conceal that will protect my ass.....
     
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  5. Jul 18, 2016 at 3:58 PM
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    Tru dat! Always carry the biggest gun you can comfortably and reliably conceal. Most of the time, for most of us, it's not a real big gun.
     
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    I carry an M&P 9c... I have a ruger LCP and it is great for deep concealment situations. If the 9c is too big (double stack) you can also check out the M&P Shield. It's a single stack. Not my cup of tea personally, but still a solid gun
     
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  7. Jul 18, 2016 at 4:01 PM
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    I wear a size up in pants and shirts.... dress for what you carry.
     
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    Which example?
     
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    Or find the medium ground that suits someones needs best. I found myself carrying less when I had a bigger gun. A bigger gun would do better in most situations, but it's not doing any good if it's at home on my nightstand
     
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    That's why I have a different carry gun dependent upon the occasion. And I never leave home without one unless I'm going to the bar or traveling in a not so friendly state or obvious country. M&P9, M&P9c and ruger LCP .380 are the three I carry. The 9c being the most common on I carry. Each of those three have their purpose and each one fits a different situation or outfit style
     
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    I think it was Clint Smith who said, "A carry gun should be comforting, not necessarily comfortable". Something like that anyway.
     
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    Touche. I carry my Shield everywhere I can. Unfortunately working on a military base has the downside of no firearms so I can't carry EVERYWHERE. Sucks, but it's just part of it. Agreed on the bar though. Aside from being illegal in a lot of states, guns and alcohol just don't mix.
     
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    The shields a solid gun, just not as comfortable with my big hands.
     
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    I really like mine. I had the sub-compact XD9, wanted somwthing bigger and got a G22, and then wanted something small again to comfortably carry in hot FL weather.
     
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    I'm a big 45 fan...duh! But not for EDCC. I'm 5'11 and 160 lbs soaking wet so even a compact/carry 45 (like my P220 Carry and Compact) just feel too cumbersome.

    I'm a big Sig fan and I'm comfortable with most of their platforms, so I went with the P938 for EDCC. I don't knock other major manufacturers as most are of high quality and work well for others. Like Glocks....they're awesome, but just feel funny in my hand.

    I guess my point is to choose a firearm that you're comfortable with and become proficient with it. That matters more than brand/caliber.
     
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    Lots of information! Great! My dad has 2 9's and I love them both. He's got a 380 and I hate that thing. I've done plenty of time with both, so I wanna say I'd like to have a 9. I haven't shot the shield or the SW 3.1 but I held both as well as the Glock 43. I loved the feel of each of them. I'm leaning towards the shield or the 3.1. As far as practicing under pressure, how do I do so? I plan on taking a tactics course after the concealed class. Is there more I can do?
     
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    Whatever I go with, I'll be loaded with critical defense.
     
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    Absolutely, I'm leaning towards S&W shield or 40. They both felt so dang comfortable. My deciding factor will be quality. They're both the same brand, but based on reviews is what I mean. Can't risk a jam in a tight spot. My .22 LR rifle jams a lot. I don't know why either.
     
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    Both good choices...can't really go wrong with either.
     
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    That's what I'm leaning towards.
     
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