Conceal Carry weapon choices

[Holladay]

Probably a re-post, didn't see it after a quick search.

I am buy no means a gun expert but know my way around them (ex-military)

My wife is seriously looking to CC. That thought alone shocked me. She is quite against guns. She is German and with all the issues Germany has now and stuff here in the states, wants to pursue this privilege. I will as well.

Another thought is what is the best way to figure out which states allow. I have surfed the web and it is a bit confusing. She will be house sitting in SC for a month. Thus a long trip by herself through many states. As I understand, KY will prove the hardest state.

I have taken her out in our back 40 to practice. I have a 9mm CZ 75 that I bought while stationed in Germany. It is similar to the Beretta 9mm. She is a natural. The practice and repetition is the key as we all know. It is to big for CC. She will be carrying in her purse..eer er "hand bag" ( I got corrected from a female fashionista).

We are on a budget and not into an elite weapon. Something that goes bang and scares the would be bad guy. I was hoping for less then $400.

We have tried a few different types. Revolver vs Semi. Revolver is simpler but limited ammo. Semi is harder to operate but has more "bangs".

My parents have a Makarov 9x18. I thought it was junk, but find out it is quite decent. It is a Walther PPK variant. Cheap ~$300. I read a review about women and hand guns. The author stated that a point is the strength/size of women's hands. Thus semi is not a good option unless she is a masseuse. I giggled, because she is. Her hands are as big as mine which are medium/large guys paws. She has had a little problem pulling the slide back and on another old (S&W Defender) revolver the trigger squeeze.

I will use the Defender, not necessarily CC, in my car. If I can find ammo for it. That is another problem. The CZ stays at home.

Thoughts?

[Hoover]

Originally Posted by Lzen

That doesn't prove anything. 2 completely different places, different officers, different times (I've seen that second one, it's been around for a few years).

Frankly I'm suprised that the first guy wasn't treated the same way.

Look, I'm all for gun rights. I have and use my CC permit.

But I think it's fu@king stupid to walk down the sidewalk with a AR 15 just because you can.

[Frazod]

Originally Posted by Strongside

How is this thread not in DC, mods?

Why the **** should it be? It's about concealed carry guns, not politics.

[tmax63]

Originally Posted by Frazod

That's great, if you're being attacked by jugs of water.

The size and weight difference between a subcompact 9mm and a subcompact .380 is negligible. While a .380 is better than nothing, it's just not nearly as effective, especially if it's a big guy coming after you.

Again, this opinion doesn't come from me - it comes from people far more informed and more experienced than me. I'm just passing it along.

I agree with everything said here but I will add that a 380 in your shirt pocket or front pants pocket is better than a nine or 45 in the glove box or at home. As you said, it's better than nothing and the little Taurus I have has ridden many times in my front pants pocket when I wouldn't of been able to carry otherwise and if 3 or 4 of the 7 rounds it carries make it on target it may not stop the bad guy but it will have him thinking about something other than killing me or my family.

[Randallflagg]

Originally Posted by tmax63

I agree with everything said here but I will add that a 380 in your shirt pocket or front pants pocket is better than a nine or 45 in the glove box or at home. As you said, it's better than nothing and the little Taurus I have has ridden many times in my front pants pocket when I wouldn't of been able to carry otherwise and if 3 or 4 of the 7 rounds it carries make it on target it may not stop the bad guy but it will have him thinking about something other than killing me or my family.

The .380 gets a bad rap - and sometimes, rightfully so. However, there are times when it isn't really practical to carry a "larger" frame 9mm or (especially) a .45.

In the winter I have no trouble whatsoever throwing on my shoulder rig and carrying my Springfield 1911 - hell, I actually enjoy it. It "rides" well and it is NOT noticeable under my coat.

However, in the Spring and Summer months, when you are out and about and sweating like a hog - the .380 is EASILY concealable. Front pocket, SOB holster, easily concealable.

The reason the .380 takes a beating is because (unfortunately) most folks use ball ammo. a .380 with ball ammo - unless you get a really close shot will just piss people off....

Load it up with Lehigh defense 90gr extreme penetrator and you would be good to go. Just make damn sure that, if you MUST use it for Self defense, make the rounds count.

My Wife prefers the RIP rounds in her PPK and they WILL make a mess of things..but they are pricey.

[nychief]

Originally Posted by Frazod

Why the **** should it be? It's about concealed carry guns, not politics.

Agreed, it's just a hobby thread... for guys who like to bring guns to Walmart.

[Couch-Potato]

Ask yourself how much the weapon you're considering costs, then ask yourself how much a Uhaul would cost? Just move into a nice neighborhood, problem solved.

[Pointer19]

Originally Posted by Couch-Potato

Ask yourself how much the weapon you're considering costs, then ask yourself how much a Uhaul would cost? Just move into a nice neighborhood, problem solved.

Make sure to never leave your nice neighborhood lest you become a victim.

[Hoover]

Originally Posted by Pointer19

Make sure to never leave your nice neighborhood lest you become a victim.

Yeah I live in a very nice neighborhood, and we still have some BS go on.

[tmax63]

Originally Posted by Pointer19

Make sure to never leave your nice neighborhood lest you become a victim.

How 1950's of you. Unfortunately the neighborhood lines have blurred a lot in the last 50-75 years.

[Frazod]

Originally Posted by nychief

Agreed, it's just a hobby thread... for guys who like to bring guns to Walmart.

Well, if it offends your delicate parts, sweetheart, I suggest the Thread Tools/Ignore Thread option.

You might need to seek some counseling as well. Good luck with that.

[mcculver5]

I carry a full sized Glock IWB EVERY day.

Most days I'm in a suit, but even on off days it fits under an untucked shirt.

If I have to be tucked and jacketless I may carry a Browning hi-power in a tuckable IWB holster.

All platforms in .40 s&w. Bring on the hate.

[Frazod]

Originally Posted by mcculver5

I carry a full sized Glock IWB EVERY day.

Most days I'm in a suit, but even on off days it fits under an untucked shirt.

If I have to be tucked and jacketless I may carry a Browning hi-power in a tuckable IWB holster.

All platforms in .40 s&w. Bring on the hate.

My nightstand gun is a Glock 22. Only .40 I have left. I don't take it shooting very often, so I'm not really worried about anything wearing out on it.

[Paniero]

I carry a Glock 43. It's my back up on duty and carry it in a Sticky IWB holster off duty. I will sometimes carry my .380 Roger LCP when I go out nearby my neighborhood.

[Lzen]

Originally Posted by Hoover

Frankly I'm suprised that the first guy wasn't treated the same way.

Look, I'm all for gun rights. I have and use my CC permit.

But I think it's fu@king stupid to walk down the sidewalk with a AR 15 just because you can.

I agree with their right to do it but yeah, I'm not gonna go walking down the city streets with a rifle like that.

[Lzen]

Originally Posted by nychief

Agreed, it's just a hobby thread... for guys who like to bring guns to Walmart.

Go away, douche.