Post by: jdb on January 19, 2008, 09:39:55 AM
Post by: huntnphool on January 19, 2008, 11:12:06 AM
Post by: PolarBear on January 19, 2008, 11:14:17 AM
Post by: Hunting Cowboy on January 19, 2008, 11:43:57 AM
Post by: WDFW-SUX on January 19, 2008, 12:29:09 PM
Yep, Sig Sauer P-226. Because I can.
:tup: Thats what I pack too.
Post by: sisu on January 19, 2008, 02:43:06 PM
anyone carry concealled? if so what? why? and how?Yep I do. If you have to ask why then you'll never understand. The how and what is my business. Lets put it this way each weapon has a different body placement.
For the record it's concealed
Post by: Ray on January 19, 2008, 04:19:16 PM
Post by: jstamp on January 19, 2008, 05:38:32 PM
Post by: jdb on January 19, 2008, 05:41:43 PM
Post by: sisu on January 19, 2008, 05:56:51 PM
Carry because of some things that happend to us as younger adults thinking the world was a safe place if you left everyone alone and just went your merry way. After a couple of encounters of the close kind we started packing.
We believe in carrying 357s and 45 ACP. The way we figure that into the equation is shoot to knock down ASAP. As to the how that depends on the pistol or revolver being used.
As for your comment of ranch packing from what I've seen in Montana and Idaho most of the ranchers and farmers carry 223, 22LR 22-250,30.06, 30-30 in gun racks in the pickup, or farming rig.
Sorry about the grip about the spelling, but I am the world's worst speller so I use spell check ALL the time. Did not mean a thing about it.
Post by: Trashmonkey on January 19, 2008, 06:32:28 PM
Post by: jdb on January 19, 2008, 07:45:56 PM
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Post by: actionshooter on January 19, 2008, 09:37:00 PM
Post by: ICEMAN on January 19, 2008, 10:01:18 PM
Post by: high country on January 19, 2008, 10:35:33 PM
Post by: dbllunger on January 20, 2008, 07:48:37 AM
Post by: MADMAX on January 20, 2008, 07:59:15 AM
Cause I can, same as the others
Post by: whitey on January 20, 2008, 08:33:21 AM
Post by: ICEMAN on January 20, 2008, 08:36:30 AM
Post by: Elkman on January 20, 2008, 10:02:47 AM
But I LOVE my sig, it eats everything I put through it. now using Gold Dot.
Post by: popeshawnpaul on January 20, 2008, 10:14:41 AM
Post by: WDFW-SUX on January 20, 2008, 10:18:39 AM
or their russian mafia friends...
Getting to be a lot of those around lately :dunno:
Post by: bearhunter59 on January 20, 2008, 11:03:54 AM
Post by: Houndhunter on January 20, 2008, 03:34:42 PM
Post by: mossback91 on January 20, 2008, 04:33:12 PM
Post by: sisu on January 20, 2008, 08:42:18 PM
I actually quit carrying Colt .380 a couple of years ago, because I was getting so pissed at these stupid drivers on I5 and 405 that I was afraid I might actually use it on one of them....I knew even pulling it out and waving at them would get me locked up, so I quit carrying it in my car back and forth to work....although lately with some of the stuff that has happened, I've been contemplating carrying it again...Get some baroque period music and play while commuting it's soothing on the soul. I live other music but for I-5 and 405 this is the way to go. Just pop in the CD, lean back in the seat, drive and form a large comfort zone for yourself.
The attached web site will allow you to pick out a artist or two.
http://www.baroquemusic.org/
Post by: Bookworm on January 20, 2008, 10:18:46 PM
Post by: MikeWalking on January 21, 2008, 08:00:12 AM
FWIW I found G.A.S. on line in Vancouver Wa. They had Browning factory made 17rd mags for 23$ (this was some years back)
Why? I got my CPL primarily because of run ins with feral-semi feral dogs while Hiking & Mt. Biking. Wanted to be all legal and careful. Yes you can transport Handguns unloaded in a case w/o a CPL yadda yadda...but I firmly believe if you have a handgun with you it needs to be in a holster attached to your body.
Unless I'm going out for a few beers I always carry. Too many idiots, crazies.
Post by: Bofire on January 21, 2008, 09:52:44 AM
I carry 24/7: Kimber Procarry II, 45acp.
Carl
Post by: MikeWalking on January 21, 2008, 10:22:24 AM
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Having the permit is a great piece of ID as the Law knows you have been checked out. It makes buying guns easier.
small note Washington Mutual honors a CPL for check cashing, first merchant I've seen do that.
Post by: Skycruiser on January 21, 2008, 03:11:05 PM
In my opinion, the Kel-Tecs are the best value in concealable guns.
Post by: cohoho on January 21, 2008, 05:44:58 PM
Too many things get out of control from folks that believe showing it will make someone back off. My experience it is the opposite, folks get very nervous quickly when a gun is brought into play, they do things that they would not normally do if there wasn't one. It pushes someone to make a decision quickly, (it's like that fight or flight sense all animals, including humans have) so unless your meaning to kill them don't pull it out... We as gun owners and especially as conceal owner owe this to society, if we wield it like the morons, crackheads, gang bangers were carring it for then we are no different in any manner.. Keep it holstered till you need it, then don't question why you pulled it, use it.... Never shoot to wound and always give yourself a alibi while shooting yell something like Stop! Stop! Stop!, Back-Off!, Put Down the Weapon!, etc..... while your shooting, the last thing a witness or anyone in court will remember in all the confusion, is you yelling STOP! to the individual coming towards and threatening the life of you or your family..... And for goodness sake always make certain you know what your doing, practice pulling from holster, shooting close quarters 3-7 meters, cause if your shooting past 15 meters, your life is probably NOT in danger and better have a valid reason why you had to shoot, or get to know PopeShawPaul real quickly....
Post by: Idabooner on January 21, 2008, 06:18:35 PM
Post by: DOUBLELUNG on January 21, 2008, 07:50:28 PM
These handguns are all old enough to have good factory triggers!
Post by: ZEN on January 21, 2008, 07:53:40 PM
Sisu mentioned the experiences in our youth's that affect our decision to carry. My allowances for a civil community just recently maxed out and my wife was the most at risk. I am currently pursuing a good carry auto, (maybe a Walther or a CZ) because I think close calls only mean there was a fluke. We're blessed with no real harm done.
The world can be a tough place. I've seen the twinkle in the eye. If you intend to conquer a man he see's it in your eye's. I've seen that as a competitor. To bring it full circle, Cohoho spoke well, If a guy feels like THIS IS IT he's gonna do something bold. Controlling the pace as much as possible means the gun comes out at just the right time.
MAybe the concept is, it's always concealed. The assailant never see's it coming. Assasin-like. Splitting the hairs of a moment to draw first and fast will end it before it starts. Or, draw secretly for a no contest shot. Any advise on a good handgun class and where? There are lots to chose from.
Post by: Hunting Cowboy on January 22, 2008, 06:15:18 PM
Post by: sisu on January 22, 2008, 08:02:51 PM
Post by: saylean on January 22, 2008, 08:40:33 PM
It is better to have a gun and never need one
than to need a gun and not have one.
Post by: hillbilly_hippo on January 22, 2008, 09:30:22 PM
Post by: ZEN on January 22, 2008, 09:36:53 PM
It is better to have a gun and never need one
Than to need a gun and not have one.
I justify a lot of things that way, but very true in this case. :rolleyes: I still wonder about parachutes on commercial jets.
Keep us posted Sisu. Thanks for the hook. Anyone ever pursue the PD or some agency for a class? Some of the ranges offer classes but not specifically defensive? I'd think a PD would be a good angle. Spokane aint far though, maybe from the Oly Penninsula but if we can bring a guy out of retirement it's worth meeting on his turf. My wife drives it in 3 hours and change. I try to sleep since diapers aren't that comfy and I don't like sitting in my own crap! :o
Post by: sisu on January 23, 2008, 08:58:17 AM
Yup, Sig 229 w/3 12 rnd clips. Used to be a Para 14-45 til some cheese dick stole it :bash:Damn don't go there. I am just losing my anger after having a Kimber stolen and now the anger is returning...grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr :bash: >:( :bash: >:(
But I LOVE my sig, it eats everything I put through it. now using Gold Dot.
Post by: Kent Hunter on January 23, 2008, 11:33:44 AM
Post by: WAcoyotehunter on January 23, 2008, 11:49:45 AM
I have a neighbor that used to teach close quarters shooting for defense. If he is willing to do another class this spring maybe there are enough people in the Spokane and Stevens County area to get him interested in doing a class again. :dunno:I'd be interested, maybe my wife too. I have a permit and a springfield 1911 combat, but rarely carry it. So far, the only time I wished I had it with me was to dispatch injured animals on the road.
Post by: bankwalker on January 27, 2008, 01:31:11 AM
Yes, everywhere i go. Glock 23 40 cal. Why? Too many nut jobs out there.
thats what i got right now...but dont carry it. im working on getting off my lazy arse and getting to the court house to get my cwp.
soon though really soon...just need the cash flow for it. which isnt much.
Post by: bankwalker on January 27, 2008, 01:37:20 AM
Post by: Quick_Draw_McGraw on February 05, 2008, 01:04:37 PM
Post by: saylean on February 05, 2008, 02:33:57 PM
A .45 Glock 19 eh? I gotta get me one of those! ;)
oops...i mean a glock 30...lol...my B..not sure where I got the 19 ;)
Post by: MuleySniper on February 08, 2008, 07:03:52 PM
MS
Post by: heyharris on February 10, 2008, 10:10:22 AM
Post by: bankwalker on February 19, 2008, 05:56:00 PM
I used to pack my Glock 23 til I traded it to Catwithboost for a Para 13. Its too big to conceal carry, but it is fun and intimidating to shoot. I have a Beretta .22 bobcat that lives in my truck. Id like to get a Glock 27 or a XD sub .40. The reason I pack? So the first time some crazy MF'r tries to rob me, hurt me or my family, break into my house, lethally threaten me I can protect myself and leave them faceless. Heartless sounding but not farther from the truth.
MS
thats my gun now...put some night sights on it. and a hogue slip on grip and its one a the nicest feeling guns to shoot now with that grip.
now i just need a concealed carry holster and my cpl at the end of the month...
i was in a situation the other night where it would have been nice to have my gun with me just incase i needed. thankfully the guys backed off.
Post by: Dakota Dogman on February 19, 2008, 06:26:02 PM
What depends on where... .357 S&W 60, .357 S&W 66 or .44 S&W 629 for the less civilized places.
God BLess,
Post by: Blacklab on February 21, 2008, 08:23:51 AM
Post by: whitey on February 21, 2008, 09:07:26 AM