a Glock, a .45, etc ?????
2006-09-18 18:20:54 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
I prefer the Glock 17, with +p Hollow points.
Summer carry a ? Don't have one yet.
2006-09-18 18:45:32 · update #1
The pistol I keep tucked away on me is usually a 9mm Kel-Tec. That little gun has been remarkably good, and you can buy them for $250. It's a 10+1 capacity semiauto. I also like the good old traditional .38 Special snubnosed revolver. Highly reliable guns, and they make lots of "hot" rounds for them now, so you have a wide range of firepower to choose from. I don't know how much you know or don't know about guns, but it never hurts to reiterate this: carry something you feel comfortable with, both with it on your body, and with your ability to use it. I don't carry anything bigger than a 9mm or a .357 magnum (with relatively light loads) because I'm just not that strong, especially in my hands, and I've found that some 40s and all 45s are too big for me to comfortably conceal, and I don't like shooting them. If you don't like shooting your gun, you won't want to practice with it, and therefore, you'll not be as prepared as you need to be. A lot of people use guns as a measure of their "toughness", but I'm beyond that crap. I carry a Ruger P95DC, 9mm, on my hip, with a full backup magazine, giving me 30 shots total (15 per clip). If I have failed to stop my attacker after 30 shots, I obviously had problems that went well beyond my caliber choice. I used to carry a .380, and I still like those guns, but I practiced and got accustomed to a 9mm, and I've settled on that and .38s There's no shame in carrying a .380, or a .32, or even a .22. Just be sure to practice and feel comfortable and confident with whatever you're carrying. I love talking about guns.
2006-09-18 18:43:45 · answer #1 · answered by dgindiansfan 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Glock 19
2006-09-18 18:34:33 · answer #2 · answered by Guardsman 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The one that you can hit what you shoot at with.
There are several factors that come in to play but the above is the most important. Concealment is important but SECOND in priority. A good holster can make up the difference in concealment but NOTHING can replace accuracy.
Reliability, comfort, weight, and caliber are important. In caliber, remember - bigger is better.
Revolvers are reliable and some models are very light, but, it has limited capacity. I recommend S & W, Ruger, Colt, and Tauras.
If you are familiar with semi's; Kel Tec, Glock, Sig Sauer, H & K, and Kimber make some fine models.
Personally, I carry a 40 cal H & K USP full size 24/7 and 365 a year. Its what I like so I make allowances for the downside.
2006-09-18 20:20:50 · answer #3 · answered by tnmack 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
There is no best gun. Every one has there own taste on this one. Some prefer a duty sized gun. Others like snub nosed revolvers or compact pistols. Some like double actions, Double Only or single actions. Calibers are the same way, all over the map. Personally I carry A Hi-power. However in summer, a smaller gun that fits the t-shirt & jeans environment like a S&W snub or a Kel tec .380 works better.
2006-09-18 18:35:48 · answer #4 · answered by lana_sands 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
There are pros and cons as to which weapon to carry. On duty I carry a Glock .40 model 22. Off duty I carry a Glock .40 model 22 fully compensated. Here are some pros and cons for weapons. Semi Autos- fast reload, not always reliable with the firing pin. Revolvers- No firing pin it uses a hammer, slow reload. Whatever you choose practice with it and become good at shooting it. Go to a local firing range and rent different weapons and see what you like.
2006-09-18 19:06:21 · answer #5 · answered by firemanwfd17 2 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Go online look at some pistols, read and watch reviews on the ones you may like. Watch good & bad reviews on the pistols of choice to narrow it down.Go to a gun range that rents handguns. Rent your choice of guns and give them a try! It will cost you some money but that way you will know for sure which is right for you! :) HAVE FUN & BE SAFE
2015-10-30 06:04:52 · answer #6 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like the 45 auto made by American Derringer Corp. It is a five shot and about the size of a pack of smokes. It is a little pricey but as far as I am concerned - well worth it.
2006-09-18 18:33:05 · answer #7 · answered by 3DDD 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
depends on your likes. most states have laws on that the gun must be complete concealed. problem people are finding w/ 45's and other large frames. it's hard to conceal them. If I or some one else can see the bulk or outlying of a frame. it's not concealed.
for me its a Beretta 92 or ruger p95dc
2006-09-18 18:25:47 · answer #8 · answered by andy3191 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋
.40 caliber glock
2006-09-18 18:28:59 · answer #9 · answered by riderbluegreen 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Summer carry is always a problem... I carry a Beretta 92SB compact in the summer...
a little more clothing and its my Smith and Wesson 4506...
so whatever works for you as long as your clothes don't print the outline of your weapon.
2006-09-18 19:15:21 · answer #10 · answered by Dear Blabby 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋