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Gun Thread: Well I Suppose That's One Way to Do It - [Weasel]Interesting Variation on Classic IWB Carry Anyone else using the IWB Lower Back Muzzle Peekaboo style for concealed carry? A few weeks ago we talked about buying a first gun, and today I'd like to discuss carry permits and carrying a weapon. I firmly believe that the single best carry gun in the universe is the one you actually have with you when you need it. Regardless of caliber, sights, custom trigger and all the rest, the gun you left at home in your sock drawer isn't going to do you a whole lot of good in an emergency. This is why some gun owners take the extra step to obtain a concealed weapon permit, and then carry a concealed weapon. Before we begin the usual banter and fun commentary, a serious note: Think about that. As I write this, another horrific mass shooting has just been committed, this time at a nightclub in Thousand Oaks, California. What drove the person to commit such a heinous act will probably never be known. However, I think it's safe to say we do know a couple of important facts; we will never be able to un-invent (or confiscate) all of the guns now in existence, and just one competent and armed person in a crowd of hundreds would have at least had a chance to stop the massacre. Think about that, too. The Permit Do you have a permit? For those living in "may issue" states, what was the 'need' you specified and how were you required to support the claim? What to Carry As mentioned above, any gun is better than no gun. I would much rather be armed with some puny girly-man caliber handgun than relying on throwing bags of Fritos and Slim Jims at the bad guy holding up the gas station late at night. So which handgun is my carry gun, you ask? Well using my super-genius reasoning, they're all candidates, only varying by degrees of suitability. My usual carry gun is a Kimber Compact Custom in 45 ACP with a 4 inch barrel. Kimber Compact Custom
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Which gun do you carry and why? Is bigger always better, or is comfort and concealability a greater consideration for you?
Most people like to use holsters, but other options do exist. Like a handbag or purse for girls, and the manbag or satchel (*snicker*) for boys. There's even a rig employing the underbewb or frontal overhang region as a concealment area for the ladies (and some of the gentlemen). All sorts of contraptions exist to conceal a firearm, but in my opinion, the farther you get away from a simple and straightforward sidearm holster, the less useable the firearm becomes. Unless of course you're a super-badass quick drawing mo-fo with cat-like reflexes, of which the internet breeds many. I prefer Outside Waist Band (OWB) holsters over Inside Waist Band (IWB). They seem to be more comfortable to me, but either style will work. The best holster for you is the one that is comfortable for you, and isn't such a miserable experience you're tempted to leave the whole mess at home to begin with. Ask around and don't be surprised if you have to try a few over time to get one that feels right. Garret Silent Thunder(l) and Galco Pancake {w/o MS} (r)
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Ho-Lee-Krap! Is this ever a great old gun and story to go with it! The Lurkers are really bringing their 'A' game, that's for sure! C'mon and get with the program, Commenters! French St. Etienne Model 1873 Revolver
This is a French St. Etienne Model 1873 revolver, caliber 11mm. It was manufactured in 1882. The holster is original with the gun and even has 2 original cartridges in it. The story behind it is that my great uncle "removed" it from a Nazi soldier in WW2 whom he killed in hand-to-hand combat. The gun was already quite outdated for WW2 usage, and was certainly not something a German would have carried, so the German had likely taken it from a French gendarme or possibly a resistance fighter. Anyway, I've never fired it and have no intention to, but it's a very solidly made revolver. Virtually every part has the serial number stamped in it. The lockup is as tight as any modern production revolver. I'm proud of my great uncle's service and this gun will be passed on to my son someday. Thank You Lurker with an Old Frenchy Gun!!! Join in the discussion anytime you like!
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