Alphecca: Carry On...

October 06, 2004

Carry On...

You know, a couple days ago I asked you folks what gun you kept on your nightstand and there are a ton of good answers there. NOW, I want to know, as Capital One would say, "what's in your wallet" as in what you folks have strapped to your ankle or hiding in the small of your back in the waistband or what is in your pocket.

Put more succinctly, what iron are you carrying around with you? And for you folks stuck in unfortunate areas where you can't, what would you wish to carry around? Again, tell all of us not just what, but why.

I'll tell you right now that I keep my Beretta Tom-Cat, a .32, with me every second of the day. No, I realize it isn't the ultimate stopper but .32 hollow-points still have a 67% "one shot stop" ability. I just like the gun because it's small, has a good "loaded chamber" safety, and it's very accurate. It slips easily into my pocket and feels good in my hand. I could easily (since I own) carry heavier ordnance but where I happen to live, this is all I need.

What are you carrying?

Posted by Jeff Soyer at October 6, 2004 08:31 PM

Comments

I carry a Glock 27 (a compact .40) in an Uncle Mikes holster. The holster is modified so I can stick it in my pocket. The Glock is stock except for tritium sights.

Posted by: Marc at October 6, 2004 09:36 PM

that self-same Beretta 96 in the very same holster :)

Posted by: Ry Jones at October 6, 2004 10:48 PM

KelTec P-32 in a Uncle Mike's pocket holster. Like you, I think it's wonderful to be able to take it anywhere, with anything I'm wearing, any season...

Posted by: cp at October 6, 2004 11:44 PM

Para Ordnance P-14 in a DeSantis paddle during the winter, when I can use more covering garments. P-12 in an IWB by Blade-Tec during shirtsleeves season. Sometimes my CZ-40b, but only when I can wear a jacket. Holster availability for the CZ is a bit spotty.

Posted by: Mark at October 7, 2004 01:16 AM

I carry a Kahr K40 in a kydex UCR holster. This choice is extremely thin for a big bore and I can conceal it even under a thin T-shirt.

Posted by: Mixlesplick at October 7, 2004 06:09 AM

Sig P229 (.40) in a Galco holster, covered by a loose shirt, flannel shirt, or jacket.

When my new IWB arrives, I'll be packing my Kahr K40.

Posted by: Heartless Libertarian at October 7, 2004 08:40 AM

The Tomcat 32 is fine as long as one knows the proper tactic. Empty the gun into your target; do not shoot once and wait to see what happens.

My carry gun and my vote for best combination of power and concealability is the S&W 642 38spl 2" with laser grip.

Posted by: Jay at October 7, 2004 10:39 AM

I generally carry a Glock G23 (.40 S&W) in a Comp Tac shirt tucker, except for during the week when I have to travel to DC. Then I only carry a knife (and an ax in my backpack) - which I usually abandon since I spend a good part of the day in Government buildings.

Posted by: countertop at October 7, 2004 12:33 PM

642 with laser grips, same as Jay, carried in a pocket holster. Just 15 ounces and with "five for sure."

Posted by: Les Jones at October 7, 2004 01:10 PM

I carry a Bursa 380. Small, inexpensive, and effective. I am looking at the Kel-Tek 380 - even smaller - as a backup. (From time-to-time, I have been known to carry my Israeli Military Industries 9mm (Baby Eagle). It is a bit bulky for everyday.

Posted by: Zendo Deb at October 7, 2004 01:45 PM

Oh, I would shoot until they're down and not moving. And actually, make sure the mutant is dead. You don't want them making up crap with a lawyer by their side...

Posted by: Jeff Soyer at October 7, 2004 02:10 PM

I live in MD so all I get to use against any wood-be goblin would be harsh language... But in some other state just to the south of MD I would be carrying a .45 H&K USP compact...

Posted by: Kirk at October 7, 2004 02:17 PM

Baby Desert Eagle .40 composite compact is an Uncle Mikes inside the pants holster. Very accurate for a compact and 10 rounds of .40 seems like enough to get most jobs done. Of course I'm 6 ft and 215 lbs and live in the mountains (lots of clothes)so I can get away with a slightly larger gun than most.

Posted by: Brass at October 7, 2004 02:54 PM

Ok...I'll bite. As of today, I have a S&W .357 on the nightstand (with a 20 gauge in the corner). By next week, I will be putting the .380 on the shelf and carrying a Taurus 617 .357 in the purse unless someone can talk me out of buying it. ;) Don't ask me about the bullets. HEH!! That is the old mans job until I learn more.

BTW, I gotta link this blog. You have some interesting stuff here Jeff.

Posted by: medicmom at October 7, 2004 04:42 PM

In this great state that allows concealed carry without any license (based on a bill proposed by a State Democrat, by the way), I carry a compact HK USP .45. Can't beat the .45 for stopping power, and the HK is, IMHO, better than the Glock or the Sig. I use a Galco shoulder holster under a flannel shirt and fleece jacket.

Posted by: Alaska Libertarian at October 8, 2004 07:10 PM

The same 1911 as I keep on my nightstand. Various holsters depending on the outfit.

Posted by: Sean at October 9, 2004 03:24 AM

S&W 686+ (seven beans in the wheel!) in the fanny pack, Model 57 in the nightstand.

Posted by: greginboise at October 9, 2004 02:31 PM

I liked my S&W Airweight and I like my Tomcat -- I'm small, only 5"6" and it's hard to carry anything full size.

I failed to mention in the post that one of best guns I ever owned (and alas had to sell during one of my frequent economic downturns) was a Colt Defender, a true pocket .45 that was really well made, and -- I don't know if it was the design or the ample rubber grips -- shot really easy, with seeming little recoil and flip. Of course, I might have been using 185 grain in it, too. It's quite a few years ago and I can't remember... It's tough getting old and senile.

Posted by: Jeff Soyer at October 10, 2004 10:03 AM

Daytime casual carry is a .22 derringer in the front watch pocket, nighttime or worried carry is a taurus .38 snubbie in the back pants pocket or hip holster. Bedside is a short shotgun or an
sar-1 with snazzy newly legal folding stock and full 30rnd mag of 7.62x39hp. I open carry.

Posted by: Brian at October 10, 2004 06:43 PM

Walther P99 in .40. If I have to go light or tuck the shirt in, I carry a Glock 27 in a shirt-tucker.

Posted by: Darkmage at October 11, 2004 01:53 PM

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October 06, 2004

Carry On...

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