Carry a handgun

[T-Bird]

If you have a pistol already but don't have a carry permit....my advise is to carry it with you at all times, and go get your permit. I carried one for years before I had a permit just in case. I have never had to pull it or use it but a few times have had my hand on the grip  

BTW.... I don't pay attention to these either. They may make the property owner feel safe but not me.  

[hubcapsc]

Bought my first actual pistol with the intent to carry last Fri. Own several, but not being a large person the ones I already own are to large to be comfortable. Bought a Smith and Wesson Bodyguard .380. I have been moving it around trying to figure out where to carry it also. It is small enough for my pockets but feels most comfortable in the small of my back inside the pants. Most people I have spoke to about this tell me they have been through several types of holsters and which one they use usually largely depends on the weather. We shall see.

Because of this thread I was looking around on S&W sites... is your new gun like this?


http://www.impactguns.com/store/022188030389.html

I don't know enough to appreciate why this one is twice as much... anybody?


http://www.impactguns.com/store/022188630626.html

I guess the more expensive one is made out of high tech light weight rigid
materials? Other reasons?

-Mike

[Hook#3287]

The bottom pic is what I have.
Some specs from the S&W web site.

Scandium Alloy Frame
Titanium Alloy Cylinder

11.4 oz

[T-Bird]

Mike, The bottom one is a 357 and the top a 38.  Not only do those usually cost twice the money but so does the ammo.

[chip]

Nope. I got the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard (semi auto) I'm at work now don't have ability to post a pic right now, maybe at lunch.

[hubcapsc]

Mike, The bottom one is a 357 and the top a 38.  Not only do those usually cost twice the money but so does the ammo.

The .357 ... has sufficient energy to produce hydrostatic shock (remote wounding effects) in living targets, which probably contributes to its positive reputation for stopping power.

... the frame, cylinder, and barrel were much stronger than the standard .38 Special components, it was capable of withstanding much higher pressures

OK... well that makes sense... I figgered that since they were about the same size, they were about the same... thanks!

-Mike

[chip]

I had posted a chart before that can be found at this link, pretty interesting info here Mike. My administrator is not allowing me to go there today ? So heres the link.
http://www.mouseguns.com/

[hubcapsc]

So heres the link.
http://www.mouseguns.com/

Thanks, I just looked around there... your BG (I guess) is there...

-Mike

[SANDMAN5]

Either inside the waistband or in a jacket pocket. I'd like to have
a shoulder holster but haven't found one that feels "just right"
yet. In case of an accident, whether or not my handgun would
cause 'extra' damage is low on my priority list.

[fudgie]

I been using a cheap holster for my Bersa .380+. When I ride its on my hip. Heck its on my hip anywhere I go, even at home! I wear a vest when I ride and covers most of it. My leather jacket does not cover it at all. If its way hot and I dont wear a vest, its still on my hip. I'm pro open carry so it dont matter to me if it shows or not. Chaps- its on my hip. I tried a shoulder holster but makes my neck sore. If I wear my bibs, I stick it in the breast pocket as I ride, then it goes into my waist at destination. Only cause it rubs the ol ladies leg when we ride together. Have had it in the vest pocket but its ackward. If I'm with a VRCC group then it goes in my boot. If I'm at a gathering, I will leave if the gun is not excepted. I dont frequent 'no guns' bussiness. I do carry where its not allowed but that is my choice. Illinois is the only State where I will pull over and separate the mag from the gun and place it in the saddle bag. Some places I get gas in Ill I might need it but Kit stays 'bag ready' when I pump. Only reason I do is cause of the cops on I-80. Combine them and our high speed I'm due to get pulled over. If I stop for the night there, which I hate, it goes on my hip when we go out. I now have a Bianchi accumold and should be well protected from the weather.
Left it in the bag at Sturgis. There is enough reasons to get stopped and I dont need this to.
If I am at a gathering and plan on drinking heavy, it stays in the bag. Moderation-on my hip or in my boot.

[Jess Tolbirt]

left hip pocket,,,tried it in the front but pulled out my keys and bout blew my leg off,,, the key went threw the trigger and the key chain didnt,, i pulled on my key and it pulled the trigger...this is a kel tec 32 auto,, no safety on this one,,, so now its in the back pocket all by its lonesome,,,EVERYWHERE I go,,,

[FryeVRCCDS0067]

Mike, The bottom one is a 357 and the top a 38.  Not only do those usually cost twice the money but so does the ammo.

The .357 ... has sufficient energy to produce hydrostatic shock (remote wounding effects) in living targets, which probably contributes to its positive reputation for stopping power.

... the frame, cylinder, and barrel were much stronger than the standard .38 Special components, it was capable of withstanding much higher pressures

OK... well that makes sense... I figgered that since they were about the same size, they were about the same... thanks!

-Mike

You probably know this but just in case you don't I wanted to mention it. A .357 will also shoot 38's, less recoil and less noise for plinking that way. A 38 can't shoot 357's though. The 357 is a longer round for safety's sake among other reasons so it can not be accidentally chambered in a 38.

[Sodge]

What about an ankle holster? Thats what I use S&W J frame, similar to the pics.
Got too much belly in my pants to have room for gun 

[joker]

I wear mine on my hip, as i always do. the worst that ever happened was a cop said pull your jacket down. 

[Chiefy]

I wear mine on my hip, as i always do. the worst that ever happened was a cop said pull your jacket down. 

On a side note, I've heard stories (some second hand) of a cage driver legally/properly transporting a rifle or handgun, only to be thrown down face first and cuffed when the weapon is found out on a traffic stop.  What's up with that? 

[V98]

On the bike, I use the "Safepacker".

[fudgie]

I wear mine on my hip, as i always do. the worst that ever happened was a cop said pull your jacket down. 

On a side note, I've heard stories (some second hand) of a cage driver legally/properly transporting a rifle or handgun, only to be thrown down face first and cuffed when the weapon is found out on a traffic stop.  What's up with that? 

There are alot of cop/ gun horror stories. Mostly due to the cops not knowing gun laws. Do you own research. Remember they need 'resonable articulate suspicion' to stop you for carring a gun. Carring a gun is not illegal.

[Bama Red]

In some states (I know TN is one of them), when a cop runs either your tag or your license, it will show whether you have a TN CCW permit. A system like that really enhances officer safety. When I was with Knoxville PD, I know the patrol officers really appreciated this heads up.

[Serk]

I wear mine on my hip, as i always do. the worst that ever happened was a cop said pull your jacket down. 

On a side note, I've heard stories (some second hand) of a cage driver legally/properly transporting a rifle or handgun, only to be thrown down face first and cuffed when the weapon is found out on a traffic stop.  What's up with that? 

If you follow the rules the police will not kick your ass.  When pulled over you show your Dl and CHL at the same time.  When they ask if you are carrying you state whether you are or not.  Simple.  If you are not legal and he has to come get you, you'll get your ass kicked.

I sincerely apologize to the thread originator, this thread's wandered all over the place by this point (Although there's been some good answers to his initial query too!) but Mase's comments made me think of this video...

WARNING! VERY STRONG LANGUAGE!!!

Chris Rock - How not to get your ass kicked by the police!