Mad Mac
join:2003-03-10
Moorpark, CA | reply to exocets_girl
Re: Women's Concealed Carry
I'm impressed that we've got this far without a single 'weapon' joke..... |
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exocets_girl
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join:2007-07-08
New Orleans, LA
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Thanks! I came across the website for thunderwear, but wasn't sure if they were really that great... glad to hear someone has seen them at a show!
I really love the glock 27... but they were backordered all across southeast louisiana, so I ended up going with the 23.
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dispatcher21
join:2004-01-22
united state
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I have been carrying a loaded Glock 19 for over three years. I have never come close to an accidental discharge. I use a CTAC holster. »www.comp-tac.com/product_info.ph···ts_id=61 |
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papi4baby
join:2008-01-19
Callaway, MD
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First off, dont listen to weasel.
To the OP.
Great weapon by the way. I would consider the purse carry for that size and your frame. In the summer if you want to have it on your body look into the Glock 27 or see if you like the Kahr a P9 or PM9 would be great for your size.
Best of luck. |
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Spensergig
Threadkiller Supreme
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join:2000-03-26
Bradenton, FL
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Personally, I like the forums at »www.defensivecarry.com/vbulletin/index.php for ideas.
More than one moderator there is female, and prepared to speak to problems unique to women.
You'll find a new mother named Limatunes at »web.mac.com/mj_lauer/iWeb/RangeD···ome.html and she has had some very interesting ideas.
Another site, »www.corneredcat.com/ is focused on women's specific issues.
Personally, I (male) carry a PPK/S in a mini-tuck from »www.crossbreedholsters.com/ and hear nothing but good about the vendor. DefensiveCarry.com also maintains a list of vendors, and active forums that might give you good ideas.
Enjoy your new toy. I think that's what my daughter has. |
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pmohr
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join:2002-09-22
Oak Ridge, TN
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said by Alakar  :Another point, modern semi-auto's do not use clips, they use magazines. The only semi-auto I can think of off-hand that did use clips was the Broom Handled Mauser. Indeed, that always irks me for some reason. Cue the typical internet picture response above (there's a much better one with a clip in the magwell of an AK, can't seem to find it ATM).
said by Alakar :Where exactly did you get this notion? I've been shooting for more then 30 years and have never heard of anything like this. Best I can tell, he's referring to limp-wristing. I've shot several handguns that can and will FTE or FTF if you don't have a proper grip on the weapon. |
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drjim
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join:2000-06-13
Torrance, CA
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Cornered Cat has some very good advice for women's carry rigs.
»www.corneredcat.com/TOC.aspx
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eatatjoz
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Mayflower, AR
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I'll add another cornered cat link.
»www.corneredcat.com/Practical/fa···ble.aspx
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Mashiki
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join:2002-02-04
Woodstock, ON
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said by Mad Mac :I'm impressed that we've got this far without a single 'weapon' joke..... Well I was going down the street one day and...
I'm just kidding. I'm a fan of Glocks. I used to practice down in Indianapolis with a Glock22, probably put 2000 rounds through it myself and had it jam once. It had near 15-30k rounds through it between two other people. Loved that gun. Ah well, I need to finish getting my CRFSC.
To exocets_girl , all the power to you. My buddy's then gf could never find anything that fit well enough to be stylish, and that was 5ish years ago. It hasn't changed.
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ixNay
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join:2002-04-12
USA
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Good to see someone else uses comp-tac. I too carry a Glock 19 with this holster »www.comp-tac.com/product_info.ph···ts_id=68 |
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neonhomer
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said by exocets_girl :Thanks! I came across the website for thunderwear, but wasn't sure if they were really that great... glad to hear someone has seen them at a show! I really love the glock 27... but they were backordered all across southeast louisiana, so I ended up going with the 23. The woman who was demonstrating the garment was of a smaller stature. I couldn't really tell if the gun was visible or not from the outside, as I was trying to look down her pants listen to what she had to say.
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way2evil
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join:2007-09-14
Great River, NY
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said by SmackWeasel :You should replace the Glock for a more reliable revolver* Simi-auto's are to be hand held on the ready, or as back-up for a revolver. You've probably never encountered a situation that calls for gun play. Remember once you pull it on someone, it's a do or die situation. Would you be able to retrieve the glock, cock it, aim and fire? What about the safety? Will you remember if it's engaged or not? It would be a bummer if the perp snatched it away from you as you fumbled with it. Also alot of people get hurt thinking an auto is empty after removing the clip only to find one round still chambered...ouch! *Smith & Wesson 38 special featherweight for example. All you gotta do is grab, aim and fire. No extra steps to worry about. Have you ever seen a Glock? The safety is on the trigger. |
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innovvation
join:2009-05-11
Houston, TX
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i bought my girl a kahr pm9. it's a small gun. there's an even smaller one, kahr p380.
a gun once saved my life with out even having to fire it. what matters is the intimidation. the watching-a-full-grown-rottweiler-running-towards-you effect. |
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Tychicus
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join:2002-01-18
Helena, MT
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My old mother just went through a shooting/defense class and the guy told her she was one of the best shots he had ever had in any of his classes.
The biggest thing is to shoot your gun often and practise getting it out of your holster or purse or whatever your using.
You might consider getting a tacticle light installed on it to help blind and identify your target and or a good lazer site.
Just think, if one of the students or a teacher had a concealed permit at Colombine there would have been many less deaths as one of my fav bumper stickers says...
"Blaming guns for Columbine is like blaming spoons for Rosie O'donnel being fat! "
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Greg_Z
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join:2001-08-08
Springfield, IL | reply to Dodge
He is a cop & resides in Nola. What kind of question is that? |
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i1me2ao
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join:2001-03-03
TEXAS
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my wife carries her 380 in side pocket of purse. the main thing we discussed is being aware and able to avoid any situation. just because you are carrying does not excuse poor judgement. she will still walk out at night with someone and avoid certain areas regardless. this quick draw crap is for the movies.
for example i can stand 40 ft from you and tell you i am coming for you and before you can draw weapon from side holster your ass is mine. if in doubt try it with a friend..
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44402812
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join:2006-08-28
Plattsburgh, NY
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said by exocets_girl :Just got a Glock 23 for my birthday from my husband... At the end of the summer I will be getting my concealed carry permit. I'm starting to look into my options when it comes to carrying. Here is my situation: I'm young and small-- 5'2" and 100 lbs. Between my petite frame and the fact that I do like to be relatively fashionable, my clothes are not entirely forgiving when it comes to concealing a weapon. I'm not at all opposed to carrying on my person, in fact, it's quite appealing to me. I know it's probably the best/safest option... however, let's face it, there are DEFINITELY times where it will be literally impossible to carry on-body. Any suggestions for both on-body holsters specifically designed for women as well was CCW purses? Any carrying women out there who can offer some suggestions? Thanks!  Stick to pepper spray, all we need is more idiots in the wild west! |
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Greg_Z
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join:2001-08-08
Springfield, IL | Why, are you afraid of people that carry & know how to use the weapon? In Nola, and other southern states, you need CC to survive.
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AricBrown
join:2002-12-11
Amarillo, TX
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said by SmackWeasel :- True I've never owned nor fired a Glock. I've owned a browning 9mm and a Smith and Wesson.45, I now own a Baretta 9mm. - Although I have on occasion had a simi-auto jam on me because of a hesitant and unsteady trigger finger or through rapid firing of the weapon. I've learned to press firmly and count my shots to overcome this. I wonder what someone would do in a emergency situation. I have a first generation glock 17, It has over 20k of rounds put through it and it has jammed on me twice. Both times it was reloaded ammo. When I carry I do not use reloaded ammo only factory loads. Reloads are for practice only. My glock only has 1 safety, that is my finger. It fires every time I pull the trigger, I would and do trust this gun with my life everyday. |
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SirMeowmixIII
join:2009-06-15
Birmingham, AL
2 edits | reply to 44402812
For those of you who wish to forgo your right to self-preservation and elect to be a victim of crime (perhaps violent crime) please follow the below directions. Remember, criminals prefer an unarmed citizenry and only a fool would substitute "pepper spray" for the most effective tool in a life or death situation:
said by 44402812 :Stick to pepper spray, all we need is more idiots in the wild west! |
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