BobbyG2 Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 I've always told myself as soon as I turn 21 I was going to get my concealed weapons permit and a pistol. I've been 21 for 5 months now and haven't had the motivation or money to get it, but after that Colorado shooting I'm really starting to consider it again. I was talking to one of my friends and step dad about it and my friend thinks I should get an 9mm compact, but my step Dad thinks I should get an .38 revolver. He thinks that it'll be easier to conceal and has less of a chance to jam. It's also smaller and lighter so it'll be less of a burden to carry on me all the time. I need to get a car first (I have the money, I'm just really picky lol) but right after that I'm going to get a second job, and then save up to get the CCW/Pistol shortly after that. I was thinking of something like this: Ruger LCR Later on I'll get something bigger that I'll try to carry on me as much as possible, along with the .38. That way if it jams, I wont be stranded with a paper weight and will have a back up. Something like one of these two: Compact 1911 .45 Glock 20 10mm All I've ever shot were my friends rifles (Ar-15, AK-47, M1-Garand) but they have pistols so I'll have to get with them and get comfortable with pistols before actively carrying around mine. Anyone have any suggestions for me before I go out and do this? *New vehicle and system coming soon.* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WastedTalent Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Perhaps take a few classes. I know most gun shops have them. They're more for the "noobies" as it's things like how to hold the pistol, how to aim, how to do everything. But they do offer advanced classes (again, most places do) and if you're unsure about anything, think that'd be the place that'd either teach you or let you get the most familiarity with pistols. Sheena = pedobear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azagtoth502 Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 I like the revolvers because of simplicity,durability and it'll feed any ammo. They are easy to operate in a high stress situation. And after you become a good shot a good 38 round with hollow points will drop damn near anyone. pa-pa-platypus sorry not everybody has a companies nuts so far down their throat they catch every drop ball sweat when it falls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n8ball2013 Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 there is a world of difference from a 38 to a 1911 compact to a glock 20. that 1911 i would pass on. its just not up to snuff of some of the other ones. You can get a remington R1 for about 200 bucks more and its head and shoulders above that. the glock 20 is enormous. I own one and I rarely carry it because its so big. Its a full sized pistol thats also a doublestack so its big thick and heavy. If you want a pistol find a good gun store and try some on. Go in handle it. check the balance check the feel it has to feel right. THERE IS NO BUILD LOG! 1998 Chevy Silverado ext cab Alpine CDA-9887 4 Team Fi 15s 2 Ampere Audio TFE 8.0 2 Ampere Audio 150.4 3 Digital Designs CS6.5 component sets Dual Mechman 370XP Elite alternators inbound! 8 XS Power d3400 6 XS power d680 Second Skin Stinger Tsunami Wiring Sky High A Real Voltmeter not a piece of shit stinger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sosebee Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 A glock 27 is a solid compact .40. Small and easy to conceal. Also glock's are solid guns and rarely jam. 2005 Chevy Colorado Pioneer avic-x930bt Alpine pdx-m12 Alpine pdx-f4 Focal is 165 Focal ic 165 Sundown SA 15 D4 Kicker 0/1 OFC power wire Kicker 12 awg speaker wire XS Power D2400 DC Power 270 H/O Alt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyblack76 Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Depending on your banna hands, or your little sisters hands.....hard for us to say. If I was serious, and laying down the cash.... I'd go to my favorite local Gs, and man handle em all,.. Shoot the comfy ones, and buy my favorite. With concealment in mind... Just me. Good luck,.. SMD SUPER SELLER The Burban Build Blazer Build sold Acura trunk build sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n8ball2013 Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 oh also I dont think I could comfortably conceal a G20. Im 6 foot 200lbs and its too much gun to try it with. maybe shoulder holster under a coat but you are in florida too that doesnt really fly. THERE IS NO BUILD LOG! 1998 Chevy Silverado ext cab Alpine CDA-9887 4 Team Fi 15s 2 Ampere Audio TFE 8.0 2 Ampere Audio 150.4 3 Digital Designs CS6.5 component sets Dual Mechman 370XP Elite alternators inbound! 8 XS Power d3400 6 XS power d680 Second Skin Stinger Tsunami Wiring Sky High A Real Voltmeter not a piece of shit stinger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyblack76 Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 oh also I dont think I could comfortably conceal a G20. Im 6 foot 200lbs and its too much gun to try it with. maybe shoulder holster under a coat but you are in florida too that doesnt really fly. Right, If the piece you choose to carry, wont "conceal",... or you dont really care for it, so you dont like to "carry" it,..... then,... there goes the entire point. No? SMD SUPER SELLER The Burban Build Blazer Build sold Acura trunk build sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLNSHVNnDRAGGN Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 First I would suggest skipping the revolver. Yes they are small, light, and easy to conceal along with the fact you dont have to worry about them jamming but it also leaves you with 5-6 rounds depending on what you get and speed loades are bulky and a pain to carry. As for the 1911 and G20, as was already mentioned they are a pain to conceal and if I'm not mistaken Florida is really strict on concealment (when I did my Florida and Utah permit classes we were taught that you can be charged with brandishing just for printing). I would do like others suggested and go to a shop and handle many different guns to see what fits your hands best. When you find what you like see if you can shoot it and make your choice from that. After you make your purchase buy many different self defense rounds and see which ones give you the least issues and you can get consistent groupings with. One last thing to keep in mind before making your purchase is ammo cost. See what calibers fit your budget and don't just get the biggest caliber you can. Any caliber will get the job done if you know what you are doing (I regularly carry a Keltec P3AT .380 without worry) so PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE! www.facebook.com/BILLatDivineCreationsPhoto He was taunting me. He's all like "come at me bro!" So I'm like "I'm coming at you bro!" And he's like "hey, fuck you" *chomp*. Then I killed it. I win. ^^^ you have truly taken being a lazy fuck to a new level tonight, an MRE. WOW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LT.Smoke Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 You can also look into Rock Island for the 45's they are in the same price range you were looking at and they have proven themselves to be very great weapons for a minimal price tag. They do make compact Rock 45's... If you want a 40 cal semi auto either the G23 or G27 would work rather well... I would lean more towards the G23 because it is a larger frame so the recoil wont be as snappy as the baby G27 Team MaxRetribution Si Vis Pacem Parabellum Id rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6 Bowhunting- Life Begins and Ends at Full Draw Bowhunting Team Fatal Trajectory Hunt Team http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/49335-sick96vtecaccords-t-line-build/?hl=sick96vtecaccord << Accord Build http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/68498-smokedout08impalas-tline-build/?hl=+sick96vtecaccord << Impala T-line build Rebassed.com for all your music needs 👌 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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