Best concealed carry gun

I suppose I could get a US CCW license if I pushed for it but probably won't unless I move there full time. That said, I can't see carrying a gun that I don't enjoy shooting. I've tried a few of the pocket guns and would never buy something I couldn't enjoy.

I have tried a Ruger SR 9 and was pleasantly surprised. That's about the size I would go with and regardless of the weight, it would be an all steel gun for me. If CCW becomes a reality at some point I would likely start with my commander 1911.
 
KevinB said:
Unfun gun...

9mm Shield is peppy with standard ball ammo -- unpleasant to shoot with duty ammo.

.40 Shield is darn unpleasant to shoot with plinker ammo - and not even the least bit of fun with duty ammo.
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I was really hoping you were going to post that your Browning High Power was your carry choice!
 
When I first posted to this thread my choice was the Boberg L. One of the reasons was that the design supports sending a 147 gr +P down a commander length barrel and according to the hype with relative comfort and I assume pistol control. I have two very capable, easy to shoot 9mm's but they are HP size pistols and I'm not sure hows either of them would handle +P in volume without self destructing. I'm also a sucker for bleeding edge technology.

Since we are talking defense weapons suitable for comfortable carry, has anyone here enjoyed the Boberg experience?
 
On the contrary
The brass would be evidence and it wouldn't be lost or unaccounted for in a revolver.
 
stampede said:
"Those lightweight Smith revolvers are painful to shoot - so painful in 357 that 5 had better be enough, because you won't be shooting for a couple of weeks after using one, from experience, not at all recommended."


In a self defense situation it is what happens now that matters not what happens in two weeks. I would be very confident in a self defense situation with a small S&W chambered in 357.
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You might wish to rethink on a J frame in 357 magnum.
A 2 inch snub nosed magnum can be very stubborn to punch out those high pressure empties especially when you life (or your loved one's life) is on the line.
You might just have an ejector sized hole or two in your weak hand for a few weeks in bandages afterwards? If you live through it, that is.

I'm thinking plus Ps as maximum through a snubby that I've personally proven on a range beforehand.
 
I would do a Walther P99as. Nicest handling polymer frame imo. And if we are fantasizing, lets get ride of the mag limit.

Frankly, i couldn't give a sh*t if we are ever legally allowed to conceal carry, but it would be nice if permitting was easier for backcountry protection and in that case i go for a 4.2 629. And of course i wish handgun hunting was legal, too.
 
Well I've always said a 686 4.2". Mainly cuz I'm a revolver guy. It's deadly accurate too.
I just recently got my first polymer pistol a walther PPQ. I'm thinking that would be a good choice too. It's also surprisingly very accurate. First two shots I took with that pistol were touching. Nearly dropped it I was so surprised. Lol.
I've often wondered about the keltec pmr-30. It's very lightweight. I know it's only .22 magnum. But if mag restrictions were lifted. It holds 30 rounds of .22 mag. Just the shear amount of shots you could take would have to make an assailant think twice. Thinking it would be perfect for a woman for self defense. Light, low recoil and lots of chances to hit target:)
 
KevinB said:
Unfun gun...

9mm Shield is peppy with standard ball ammo -- unpleasant to shoot with duty ammo.

.40 Shield is darn unpleasant to shoot with plinker ammo - and not even the least bit of fun with duty ammo.
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I put 600+ rounds through my Shield in 40sw and didn't find it that unpleasant but that was back when you could only find 40sw on the shelves. I would definitely go for a 9mm now.
 
Revolver brass or, for that matter, semi auto brass will be collected as evidence anyways to correlate your testimony of how many rds. you say you've fired vs. how many you actually did. The ejection pattern of semi autos may, roughly, correlate your movements during firing.
My question, for you guys who can carry and carry REVOLVERS in very warm climates like CN45, how often do you switch out your ammo or do you not worry about humidity, moisture contamination? Can modern ammo withstand a lot of prolonged moisture?
 
modern ammo is fine. Only cheap rimfire (.22 etc) is really susceptible due to lack of crimp i believe. I think they are just pressed. (I've never reloaded a .22 be kinda funny actually)
 
Still alive said:
My question, for you guys who can carry and carry REVOLVERS in very warm climates like CN45, how often do you switch out your ammo or do you not worry about humidity, moisture contamination? Can modern ammo withstand a lot of prolonged moisture?
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That should be a moot point, if you're going to carry you should be going to the range to practice on a regular basis and that will cycle out your ammo.
 
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