What's your carry gun? - Page 5

techoca · 07-31-2009, 02:48 PM

Doc1911,
I like the way you think.

My Daily Carry: S&W 1911ES .45ACP Federal Hydra-Shok
Backup:S&W 637 38Spl +P Federal Hydra-Shok

Doc1911 · 07-31-2009, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by techoca

Doc1911,
I like the way you think.

My Daily Carry: S&W 1911ES .45ACP Federal Hydra-Shok
Backup:S&W 637 38Spl +P Federal Hydra-Shok

Yep, that combo is great!

USMARINE1884 · 08-02-2009, 09:59 PM

my off duty is a kimber desert warrior

johnlives4christ · 08-04-2009, 12:52 AM

smith 642

MAGNUM44 · 08-29-2009, 04:04 AM

REDHART where did you get thoes nice grips made ?

Badman · 09-21-2009, 08:15 PM

Les Baer Lightweight Commanche in a Milt Sparks Summer Special.

TranterUK · 09-21-2009, 11:58 PM

We are not allowed to carry handguns on the UK, but in S. America where I spend some time I have an old light weight Colt Commander in 9mm. I mix hp and fmj in the mag, to my own recipie.

oscarmayer · 09-22-2009, 04:48 AM

just came back from "hell" and was given options, and my pick was a personal gun, the issued options though good didn't feel as right to me as my browning hi-power. i was however limited to ball ammo only but was able to use kdr 17 round magazines. now that i'm home i've switched back to a 2-1/2 inch barreled colt diamondback. yes i'm old school

ron8903 · 09-22-2009, 06:02 AM

Glock 23

fergie · 09-22-2009, 10:33 PM

Kimber SIS Pro

TheGunClinger · 09-23-2009, 05:19 AM

Either a Glock 30 SF or my new Ruger LCR w/Crimson Trace Lasergrips.

40CalJoe · 09-24-2009, 10:17 AM

Glock 27.

curulz · 10-04-2009, 08:44 PM

one of 3, either a springfield ultra compact .45 (right of first pick) or HK USP compact in .40

GunHugger · 10-06-2009, 04:51 PM

Gun Geezer · 10-06-2009, 08:13 PM

When I'm on the boat fishin' I carry a S&W 38 stainless snubby loaded with shotshells and hollowpoints for snakes or gators, 2,4 or no legged.

In cargo shorts and tee shirt it's my Kel-Tec P-3AT with silvertips.

If I have to go into someplace that I can't carry I use my S&W Airlite hammerless, titanium 38 w/hydroshocks carried in a fannypack so I can unsnap it and leave it in the car.

If I dress up to go out socially I usually go with my Glock 26 in a Smart Carry Invisible holster.

Travelin' in the RV I pack a Mossberg 500 12 ga. Home Defense 18" barrel loaded with 00 buck and slugs.

Kano · 10-25-2009, 03:40 AM

Ed Brown Jeff Cooper Commemorative 1911... I put a Front Night Sight with Tritium Dot .... Solid long Trigger... G10 Grips and Ed Brown Maxi-Well on it..
100% reliable and a total tac driver...

sabre03 · 01-11-2010, 12:37 PM

Before I moved to the peoples Republic of Maryland.

hogger129 · 01-11-2010, 03:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pistolenschutze

Never sell the .380 short (if you'll pardon the pun), AGB. With good ammo, it is more than adequate for self-defense. I sometimes carry a Sig P230 myself and feel fully protected.

My thoughts exactly. I'd say how well you shoot the gun/how accurate you are with it is more important than how big your bullet is. I live in WI, so no conceal carry for me. But I'd probably go after a Glock 19. I shoot the 9mm Glocks pretty well. I just have a 1911 fetish so you'd always find a nice 5" .45 in my safe.

But anyway, here's a pic of my Rock Island 1911A1 GI .45.

It's a really nice gun. Shoots anything I feed it. This past weekend I put about 75 230 FMJs through it as well as about 20 semi wadcutters and like 5 hollowpoints. I threw out my targets, but I was at about 40 feet and hit the ring around the bullseye twice. I don't shoot my 1911 quite as well as the Glock 17 I rented there before. Then again, how accurate do I have to be? When I'm in a self defense situation, odds are I'll be within 40 feet.

I don't know, there are advantages to carrying smaller ammunition, etc, etc. One thing I love about my 1911 - the design is plain and simple, easy to understand, you can find parts for them anywhere, and it's just such a good looking gun. Things I like about the Glocks - they're lighweight, I think most of the 9mm ones have a pretty high carry capacity. I don't know if they're made as well as the 1911s, but they're still at #2 under the 1911 in my book.

One gun I've always wanted to try out is the Walther PPK. It's a small little gun. I would think it would be a good conceal carry pistol.

I'd stick by my 1911 for open or concealed carry. I have a nylon holster and my belt isn't very wide, so it makes carrying my steel frame 1911 a bit tough. I'm looking around for a nice leather holster and a good tough belt.

Insulation Tim · 01-11-2010, 04:59 PM

In about 48 hours, if all goes well, a Kimber Ultra Crimson Carry II. Prior was a Bersa Thunder 380 and prior to that a 38+p Special Snubbie.

Bubblehead · 02-03-2010, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TranterUK

We are not allowed to carry handguns on the UK, but in S. America where I spend some time I have an old light weight Colt Commander in 9mm. I mix hp and fmj in the mag, to my own recipie.

Tranter,

What is the purpose of carrying a mix of HP and FMJ?

Thanks,

John

hogger129 · 02-03-2010, 06:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Insulation Tim

In about 48 hours, if all goes well, a Kimber Ultra Crimson Carry II. Prior was a Bersa Thunder 380 and prior to that a 38+p Special Snubbie.

Nice Kimber. I have a picture of that same model on my wall.

JetGirl · 02-03-2010, 06:51 PM

Here's mine.

1911s are for chicks!

WILD CAT · 02-04-2010, 06:00 PM

In more than four decades, as a shooter, collectionist, trader and gun nut I have owned, carried and fired more than 70 handguns. My favorites are the the belgian Browning highpower 9mm and the S&W 64 stainless 5 inch barrel revolver in 38 Spl. The Browning according to its designer John Moses Browning, was the last improvement on the 1911 Colt, also of his design and that no further improvements were possible. In fact with some practice the gun can be field disassembled and reassembeled with closed eyes. When double action autos invaded the markets, the single action Browning lost some of its popularity although an experienced shooter could tell that the advantage of the double action is almost insignificant compared to the difference between the trigger pull to fire the first round and the followers, when the double action practically behaves like a single action. In my opinion the first shot is the most important and a lot of people, with practice, are able to mount the hammer while leveling the barrel towards the intended target. The 13 round magazine capacity is more than enough; a real life confrontarion that takes more than 3 or 4 shots to conclude means that you're very close to loose it. Forget what you see on the screen. Reliability in functioning comes not only from the pistol's design but also from the shape of the round. This combination of gun and caliber makes the difference and is second only to the best revolver ever designed, the double action S&W. Bullet placement at the range both calibers perform is more important than how much powerful is the 40 or the 45.

Orlandorealtor · 02-20-2010, 01:11 PM

Kimber Ultra Stainless Raptor II

mesinge2 · 03-02-2010, 06:45 PM

Usually one of these two:

Attachment 34655

07-31-2009, 02:48 PM	#101
techoca V.I.P. Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 329	Re: What's your carry gun? Doc1911, I like the way you think. My Daily Carry: S&W 1911ES .45ACP Federal Hydra-Shok Backup:S&W 637 38Spl +P Federal Hydra-Shok Attached Images __________________ techoca "The purpose of the pistol is to stop a fight that somebody else has started, almost always at very short range." Col. Jeff Cooper

08-02-2009, 09:59 PM	#103
USMARINE1884 Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 35	Re: What's your carry gun? my off duty is a kimber desert warrior __________________ Andrew R. Ingram (USMCR) WIA Operation Iraqi Freedom Fallujah Iraq

08-04-2009, 12:52 AM	#104
johnlives4christ Former Guest Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Kentucky Posts: 3,828	Re: What's your carry gun? smith 642

08-29-2009, 04:04 AM	#105
MAGNUM44 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: UPPER NYS Posts: 67	Re: What's your carry gun? REDHART where did you get thoes nice grips made ?

09-21-2009, 08:15 PM	#106
Badman Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 7	Re: What's your carry gun? Les Baer Lightweight Commanche in a Milt Sparks Summer Special.

09-21-2009, 11:58 PM	#107
TranterUK Advanced Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cambridge UK Posts: 5,103	Re: What's your carry gun? We are not allowed to carry handguns on the UK, but in S. America where I spend some time I have an old light weight Colt Commander in 9mm. I mix hp and fmj in the mag, to my own recipie. __________________ DVC - Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas - Accuracy, Power, Speed. The light at the end of the recession tunnel IS a train coming the other way!

09-22-2009, 04:48 AM	#108
oscarmayer Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Contributor Posts: 2,387	Re: What's your carry gun? just came back from "hell" and was given options, and my pick was a personal gun, the issued options though good didn't feel as right to me as my browning hi-power. i was however limited to ball ammo only but was able to use kdr 17 round magazines. now that i'm home i've switched back to a 2-1/2 inch barreled colt diamondback. yes i'm old school

09-22-2009, 06:02 AM	#109
ron8903 Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: fl Posts: 27	Re: What's your carry gun? Glock 23 __________________ eyes,ears open/mouth closed

09-22-2009, 10:33 PM	#110
fergie Former Guest Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 10	Re: What's your carry gun? Kimber SIS Pro

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TheGunClinger Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: SW Florida Contributor Posts: 2,378	Re: What's your carry gun? Either a Glock 30 SF or my new Ruger LCR w/Crimson Trace Lasergrips. __________________ New England Patriots Rule Next year.

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curulz Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: West Palm Posts: 48	Re: What's your carry gun? one of 3, either a springfield ultra compact .45 (right of first pick) or HK USP compact in .40 Attached Images

10-06-2009, 04:51 PM	#114
GunHugger Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SW PA Posts: 1,159	Re: What's your carry gun? __________________ . “There will be a revolution in this country!” “I don’t believe people should to be able to own guns.” ~Barack Obama "Stand your ground. Don't fire unless fired upon, but if they mean to have a war let it begin here." ~Captain John Parker, to his Minute Men on Lexington Green, April 19, 1775.

10-06-2009, 08:13 PM	#115
Gun Geezer Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 1,711	Re: What's your carry gun? When I'm on the boat fishin' I carry a S&W 38 stainless snubby loaded with shotshells and hollowpoints for snakes or gators, 2,4 or no legged. In cargo shorts and tee shirt it's my Kel-Tec P-3AT with silvertips. If I have to go into someplace that I can't carry I use my S&W Airlite hammerless, titanium 38 w/hydroshocks carried in a fannypack so I can unsnap it and leave it in the car. If I dress up to go out socially I usually go with my Glock 26 in a Smart Carry Invisible holster. Travelin' in the RV I pack a Mossberg 500 12 ga. Home Defense 18" barrel loaded with 00 buck and slugs.

10-25-2009, 03:40 AM	#116
Kano Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: TN Posts: 5	Re: What's your carry gun? Ed Brown Jeff Cooper Commemorative 1911... I put a Front Night Sight with Tritium Dot .... Solid long Trigger... G10 Grips and Ed Brown Maxi-Well on it.. 100% reliable and a total tac driver...

01-11-2010, 12:37 PM	#117
sabre03 Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 11	Re: What's your carry gun? Before I moved to the peoples Republic of Maryland.

01-11-2010, 04:59 PM	#119
Insulation Tim Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Ohio Contributor Posts: 2,294	Re: What's your carry gun? In about 48 hours, if all goes well, a Kimber Ultra Crimson Carry II. Prior was a Bersa Thunder 380 and prior to that a 38+p Special Snubbie. Attached Images __________________ Tim *"Remember the Ark was built by amateurs....Professionals built the Titanic"*

02-03-2010, 06:51 PM	#122
JetGirl V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 206	Re: What's your carry gun? Here's mine. 1911s are for chicks!

02-04-2010, 06:00 PM	#123
WILD CAT V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Caracas, Venezuela Posts: 107	Re: What's your carry gun? In more than four decades, as a shooter, collectionist, trader and gun nut I have owned, carried and fired more than 70 handguns. My favorites are the the belgian Browning highpower 9mm and the S&W 64 stainless 5 inch barrel revolver in 38 Spl. The Browning according to its designer John Moses Browning, was the last improvement on the 1911 Colt, also of his design and that no further improvements were possible. In fact with some practice the gun can be field disassembled and reassembeled with closed eyes. When double action autos invaded the markets, the single action Browning lost some of its popularity although an experienced shooter could tell that the advantage of the double action is almost insignificant compared to the difference between the trigger pull to fire the first round and the followers, when the double action practically behaves like a single action. In my opinion the first shot is the most important and a lot of people, with practice, are able to mount the hammer while leveling the barrel towards the intended target. The 13 round magazine capacity is more than enough; a real life confrontarion that takes more than 3 or 4 shots to conclude means that you're very close to loose it. Forget what you see on the screen. Reliability in functioning comes not only from the pistol's design but also from the shape of the round. This combination of gun and caliber makes the difference and is second only to the best revolver ever designed, the double action S&W. Bullet placement at the range both calibers perform is more important than how much powerful is the 40 or the 45.

02-20-2010, 01:11 PM	#124
Orlandorealtor Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 10	Re: What's your carry gun? Kimber Ultra Stainless Raptor II

03-02-2010, 06:45 PM	#125
mesinge2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 538	Re: What's your carry gun? Usually one of these two: Attachment 34655 __________________ NRA Certified Instructor "A strong body makes the mind strong. As to the species of exercise. I advise the gun. While this gives moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprise, and independence to the mind ... Let your gun therefore be your constant companion of your walks." 1785, Thomas Jefferson. Last edited by mesinge2; 03-02-2010 at 06:49 PM..