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<blockquote data-quote="Glock &#039;em down" data-source="post: 730293" data-attributes="member: 684"><p>Wow! I always get a chuckle out of this particular question.</p><p></p><p>We OSAers are good and quick about giving advice, so you've came to the right place. <img src="/images/smilies/thumb.gif" class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":thumb:" title="Thumb :thumb:" data-shortname=":thumb:" /></p><p></p><p>Ok. Here's da ting. Me tellin' you what kinda gun you need is like me tellin' you that you need a Toyota when you really don't like 'em all dat much, and you had your heart set on a Chevy, capeech?</p><p></p><p>Basically, there are two kinds of concealed weapons. The ones you carry and the ones you won't. I could tell you all day long what I think a perfect concealed carry piece is and <em>at least </em>60% of the folks here will disagree. The one thing we <strong><em>DO</em></strong> agree on, is get a weapon that <strong><u>YOU</u></strong> can handle and one the <strong><u>YOU</u></strong> will carry. Meaning, everybody likes something different. I personally would never carry anything that wasn't <em>at least </em>9mm or .38 Special caliber, but lotsa guys like the mouse guns chambered in .380, .32ACP, .25ACP and .22LR. However, the mouse gun guys are few and far between. A mouse in the pocket is always better than a howitzer at home, but let's focus on the norm or standard concealed weapon right now.</p><p></p><p>Our group can basically be categorized in four sections.</p><p></p><p>1911 guys.</p><p>DA/SA guys.</p><p>Plastc guys.</p><p>Revolver guys.</p><p></p><p>There are a lot of 1911 fans here. I'm not one of them. <img src="/images/smilies/disappoint.gif" class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":disappoin" title="Disappoint :disappoin" data-shortname=":disappoin" /> I think the 1911 is a gorgeous weapon, second only to a Smith & Wesson revolver, but IMO, looks is about all it's got going for it. Especially for an inexperienced shooter. <img src="/images/smilies/image234.gif" class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":respect:" title="Image234 :respect:" data-shortname=":respect:" /></p><p></p><p>We also have a few DA/SA guys. Meaning, they like the Sigs, Berettas, Ruger P series, and Smith & Wesson 3rd gen autos. These are "decent" guns, but I just don't care for the DA first shot and then SA on the remaining ones. I reckon you could fire that first shot into the air. <img src="/images/smilies/rolleyes2.gif" class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":rolleyes2" title="Rolleyes2 :rolleyes2" data-shortname=":rolleyes2" /></p><p></p><p>Next we have the Plastic guys. Ah yes...the Glocks, XDs, M&Ps, HKs and a few others that have hopped on the bandwagon. Never before has a weapon design caught the attention of every major (and a few minor) gun companies than the introduction of polymer, made "famous" by Mr. Gaston Glock. <img src="/images/smilies/bowdown.gif" class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":bowdown:" title="Bowdown :bowdown:" data-shortname=":bowdown:" /> Actually, polymer was being used way before Mr. Glock invented his famous (or infamous) Glock 17 over 25 years ago. Polymer was probably first used on the M16s sent to Vietnam and if my memory serves me correctly, the actual first polymer pistol was invented by Hk...right? Anyway, the assorted plastic guns are extremely popular. I would say that the only other weapon design that has got as many copycats is probably the 1911. There are more 1911 clones than Carter's got peanuts.</p><p></p><p>Finally, we have the revolver guys. There is a plethora of revolver companies out there, but the ones that get the most attention ('round here anyways) is the Smith & Wesson, Ruger and Colt brands. Usually in <strong>that</strong> order. S&Ws are the most popular, Rugers are the cheapest (and toughest) and Colts are basically for the collectors. Revolvers are drop dead reliable, more so than their bottom feeding bretheren, but your limited to only 5/6 rounds. There are a handful of S&W 8 shooters out there, but I would think they would be kinda tough to conceal. As always, YMMV. <img src="/images/smilies/biggrin.png" class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":D" title="Big Grin :D" data-shortname=":D" /></p><p></p><p>Actually, finding the right weapon is the <strong>EASY</strong> part. Finding the right holster? Well...that's another six pack. <img src="/images/smilies/wink.png" class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=";)" title="Wink ;)" data-shortname=";)" /></p><p></p><p>I'll read a few more responses before I suggest what would work best for you. Of course, you gotta help us out by telling us a little bit more about yourself.</p><p></p><p>For instance, your build, lifestyle, ability (or inabilities) right/left handed, attire which can (and probably will need to be) modified and where you plan on carrying the most. Also, if you are gonna be in and out of government type buildings, you'll hafta adjust for that.</p><p></p><p>You are taking on a <strong><u>COMPLETE</u></strong> and total lifestyle change here, all because of a damned ol' gun.</p><p></p><p>Are you ready?</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Glock 'em down, post: 730293, member: 684"] Wow! I always get a chuckle out of this particular question. We OSAers are good and quick about giving advice, so you've came to the right place. :thumb: Ok. Here's da ting. Me tellin' you what kinda gun you need is like me tellin' you that you need a Toyota when you really don't like 'em all dat much, and you had your heart set on a Chevy, capeech? Basically, there are two kinds of concealed weapons. The ones you carry and the ones you won't. I could tell you all day long what I think a perfect concealed carry piece is and [I]at least [/I]60% of the folks here will disagree. The one thing we [B][I]DO[/I][/B] agree on, is get a weapon that [B][U]YOU[/U][/B] can handle and one the [B][U]YOU[/U][/B] will carry. Meaning, everybody likes something different. I personally would never carry anything that wasn't [I]at least [/I]9mm or .38 Special caliber, but lotsa guys like the mouse guns chambered in .380, .32ACP, .25ACP and .22LR. However, the mouse gun guys are few and far between. A mouse in the pocket is always better than a howitzer at home, but let's focus on the norm or standard concealed weapon right now. Our group can basically be categorized in four sections. 1911 guys. DA/SA guys. Plastc guys. Revolver guys. There are a lot of 1911 fans here. I'm not one of them. :disappoin I think the 1911 is a gorgeous weapon, second only to a Smith & Wesson revolver, but IMO, looks is about all it's got going for it. Especially for an inexperienced shooter. :respect: We also have a few DA/SA guys. Meaning, they like the Sigs, Berettas, Ruger P series, and Smith & Wesson 3rd gen autos. These are "decent" guns, but I just don't care for the DA first shot and then SA on the remaining ones. I reckon you could fire that first shot into the air. :rolleyes2 Next we have the Plastic guys. Ah yes...the Glocks, XDs, M&Ps, HKs and a few others that have hopped on the bandwagon. Never before has a weapon design caught the attention of every major (and a few minor) gun companies than the introduction of polymer, made "famous" by Mr. Gaston Glock. :bowdown: Actually, polymer was being used way before Mr. Glock invented his famous (or infamous) Glock 17 over 25 years ago. Polymer was probably first used on the M16s sent to Vietnam and if my memory serves me correctly, the actual first polymer pistol was invented by Hk...right? Anyway, the assorted plastic guns are extremely popular. I would say that the only other weapon design that has got as many copycats is probably the 1911. There are more 1911 clones than Carter's got peanuts. Finally, we have the revolver guys. There is a plethora of revolver companies out there, but the ones that get the most attention ('round here anyways) is the Smith & Wesson, Ruger and Colt brands. Usually in [B]that[/B] order. S&Ws are the most popular, Rugers are the cheapest (and toughest) and Colts are basically for the collectors. Revolvers are drop dead reliable, more so than their bottom feeding bretheren, but your limited to only 5/6 rounds. There are a handful of S&W 8 shooters out there, but I would think they would be kinda tough to conceal. As always, YMMV. :D Actually, finding the right weapon is the [B]EASY[/B] part. Finding the right holster? Well...that's another six pack. ;) I'll read a few more responses before I suggest what would work best for you. Of course, you gotta help us out by telling us a little bit more about yourself. For instance, your build, lifestyle, ability (or inabilities) right/left handed, attire which can (and probably will need to be) modified and where you plan on carrying the most. Also, if you are gonna be in and out of government type buildings, you'll hafta adjust for that. You are taking on a [B][U]COMPLETE[/U][/B] and total lifestyle change here, all because of a damned ol' gun. Are you ready? [/QUOTE]
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