[Smgs1992]

Originally Posted by Run Silent

This is why I carry one. I'm a smaller guy and the 1911 frame along with the single action trigger pull is what works best for me.

I've tried several other guns but I am so much more accurate and comfortable with a 1911 frame that I continue to carry it, despite it's limitations.

For me - accuracy > number of rounds in magazine.

YMMV

Do you carry a full size or a compact/officer model?
Mine is a full size kimber custom ii but ive been considering picking up an ultra carry

[Grip Addict]

Originally Posted by paliknight

If you dont mind spending a bit, I'd recommend Peltors (we use them on deployments), or walkers. If you ever plan on shooting rifles, definitely get a low-profile version.

I'd also recommend getting one with sound Amplification. For eye pro, make sure they're ANSI rated. We usually use Oakleys if were being fancy, or Wiley X if were being cheap.

Thanks for the suggestions.

Any suggestions on some good inside eye pro? for inside gun ranges?

[paliknight]

Originally Posted by Grip Addict

Thanks for the suggestions.

Any suggestions on some good inside eye pro? for inside gun ranges?

Eye pro and ear pro should be good for both. Doesn't have to be ansi rated, but I'd highly recommend so. What's your budget for ear and eye pro? You can PM me if you prefer.

[Run Silent]

Originally Posted by Smgs1992

Do you carry a full size or a compact/officer model?
Mine is a full size kimber custom ii but ive been considering picking up an ultra carry

I carry a Sig Sauer Ultra Compact 45. I didn't want a full length barrel because it's ridiculously long on someone short like me, but all the normal compact guns have a shortened frame and grip and my pinky falls off the bottom.



This gun has a full size frame but only a 3.3" barrel. Works perfect for me. I personally dislike Kimber as a carry weapon, because I feel the tolerances are too tight and because of this, they occasionally stovepipe. Not often, but enough that I have lost confidence in it as a self defense weapon versus a target or competition gun.

[MPOWER5266]

I took my father in law to the range Saturday for fathers day. As a little treat I took my Series 70 Gold Cup National Match for him to try. I cleaned it later that night and did a little photo shoot before putting it back in the safe.

Untitled by Nick Wood, on Flickr

[Smgs1992]

Originally Posted by Run Silent

I carry a Sig Sauer Ultra Compact 45. I didn't want a full length barrel because it's ridiculously long on someone short like me, but all the normal compact guns have a shortened frame and grip and my pinky falls off the bottom.



This gun has a full size frame but only a 3.3" barrel. Works perfect for me. I personally dislike Kimber as a carry weapon, because I feel the tolerances are too tight and because of this, they occasionally stovepipe. Not often, but enough that I have lost confidence in it as a self defense weapon versus a target or competition gun.

Ive got a few thousand rounds through my kimber without any sort of issue. I feel confident in it as a carry gun. Ill check it out though. My biggest issue with carrying my 1911 is its uncomfortable when driving

[Run Silent]

Originally Posted by Smgs1992

Ive got a few thousand rounds through my kimber without any sort of issue. I feel confident in it as a carry gun. Ill check it out though. My biggest issue with carrying my 1911 is its uncomfortable when driving

Mine goes with the holster between the seat and center console when driving.

Stovepipe issue is well documented with Kimber - especially when not used a ton. Many people still feel confident with the gun, and that is fine - not criticizing your choice, just saying why it isn't for me.

[Smgs1992]

Originally Posted by Run Silent

Mine goes with the holster between the seat and center console when driving.

Stovepipe issue is well documented with Kimber - especially when not used a ton. Many people still feel confident with the gun, and that is fine - not criticizing your choice, just saying why it isn't for me.

Depends for me. I do that sometimes but not if i have passengers in the car and it usually goes in the passenger seat not in between.

N thats the first ive heard of stovepipe issue on kimbers. Ive heard the ftf but thats usually mag related and not really an issue with the factory mags anymore since they started including the kimpro mags. (I use wilson combat anyway)
If its prevalent in guns that are rarely shot. I wonder if it is more limp wristing than the guns tight tolerances. Otherwise id imagine other guns such as les bauer and dan wesson would have the same issues given theyre hand fitted

Also no offense taken thats a valid reason to be skeptical. However just stating mine has had no issues haha

[The Chaddening]

My daily concealed carry - G19 gen 5 in a Tier 1 Concealed AGIS holster.

[Jordan's World]

Question: Do you guys carry all the time? Like is it second nature as would grabbing your wallet or phone would be? I think I'd feel a bit weird carrying to go grab some wings or something. And I do understand that anything can happen, anywhere, but just curious as to when a situation would warrant a no carry day.

[The Chaddening]

Originally Posted by Jordan's World

Question: Do you guys carry all the time? Like is it second nature as would grabbing your wallet or phone would be? I think I'd feel a bit weird carrying to go grab some wings or something. And I do understand that anything can happen, anywhere, but just curious as to when a situation would warrant a no carry day.

Basically every time I leave the house. I don’t bring it with me if I am out running in my neighborhood though. It is against the law to carry and drink any amount, so if I go out to dinner I have to decide if I want to carry or have a glass of wine.

[dtox9]

Originally Posted by Jordan's World

Question: Do you guys carry all the time? Like is it second nature as would grabbing your wallet or phone would be? I think I'd feel a bit weird carrying to go grab some wings or something. And I do understand that anything can happen, anywhere, but just curious as to when a situation would warrant a no carry day.

It's impossible (nor should you try) to rationalize the thoughts or actions of irrational persons.... at any level.

Things they do don't make logical sense... So we carry... for a variety of reasons... One of the most popular reasons - an added level of self defense of yourself or others in response to perceived threats or actions of irrational persons.

BUT - - - IMHO - - - Not carrying when you have the ability and equipment to.... is the same exact thing as sending your fire extinguisher out of the house down the street to your neighbor's house, and shut off your water when you decide you want to bar-b-que in your back yard.... (even if only to fire it up a short time to roast some weiners).

I believe anyone comfortable carrying, and with the ability and equipment... should carry... at ALL times when it is legal to do so.
(IF you're not comfortable carrying... that's a whole different conversation!)

If we knew WHEN trouble was going to strike... well... we wouldn't need to worry about much of anything.
YMMV

[MPOWER5266]

Originally Posted by Jordan's World

Question: Do you guys carry all the time? Like is it second nature as would grabbing your wallet or phone would be? I think I'd feel a bit weird carrying to go grab some wings or something. And I do understand that anything can happen, anywhere, but just curious as to when a situation would warrant a no carry day.

I carry at all times, wallet, watch, knife, keys, gun, and phone. Its just part of my EDC. In Georgia you can even carry in bars but I don't if I am going to drink.

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Originally Posted by Jordan's World

Question: Do you guys carry all the time? Like is it second nature as would grabbing your wallet or phone would be? I think I'd feel a bit weird carrying to go grab some wings or something. And I do understand that anything can happen, anywhere, but just curious as to when a situation would warrant a no carry day.

It pisses me off but as a NJ resident I have to prove a "justifiable need" to the state to use this particular civil right; and it's nearly impossible to show enough need... so I can't carry. However I think of it like your cell phone. I don't have my phone with me absolutely 100% of the time, but nearly that much. Pistol would be the same.

[Shiza]

Originally Posted by Dog Face Pony Soldier

It pisses me off but as a NJ resident I have to prove a "justifiable need" to the state to use this particular civil right; so I can't carry. However I think of it like your cell phone. I don't have my phone with me absolutely 100% of the time, but nearly that much. Pistol would be the same.

MD's the same. It's almost impossible to get one. On a similar note, MD is so ridiculous that no one actually get approve to own a "regulated firearm" in MD. You get "NOT DISAPPROVED".

[Smgs1992]

Carry all the time unless its illegal(bars, work, government buildings) but yeah its pretty much 2nd nature and i also keep a 6shot snubnose locked in my truck just in case i forget or anything like that

[tcphoto]

I have recently returned to Nashville after fifteen years in the Atlanta area and the a small town an hour east of Atlanta. I was surprised to hear that you can have a firearm in your car because they consider your vehicle to be an extension of your home. I've only owned pistols for two years on account of some neighborhood activity back in Georgia and don't feel the need to carry. But crime in the small town I lived in for five years is minuscule compared to Nashville. Current events tells me that this may change and you've got to be prepared for just about anything.

[Mandi90TT]

Originally Posted by Smgs1992

i also keep a 6shot snubnose locked in my truck just in case i forget or anything like that

Truck guns are a very bad idea, and a good way to get guns in the hands of criminals.

[Smgs1992]

Originally Posted by Dave 90TT

Truck guns are a very bad idea, and a good way to get guns in the hands of criminals.

Thats why it is locked away and i dont live in the city where its common for your car to get broken into. If i go into the city it gets taken out otherwise crimes like breaking into someones car is extremely rare wheew i live

[Killed by Death]

Originally Posted by Smgs1992

Depends for me. I do that sometimes but not if i have passengers in the car and it usually goes in the passenger seat not in between.

N thats the first ive heard of stovepipe issue on kimbers. Ive heard the ftf but thats usually mag related and not really an issue with the factory mags anymore since they started including the kimpro mags. (I use wilson combat anyway)
If its prevalent in guns that are rarely shot. I wonder if it is more limp wristing than the guns tight tolerances. Otherwise id imagine other guns such as les bauer and dan wesson would have the same issues given theyre hand fitted

Also no offense taken thats a valid reason to be skeptical. However just stating mine has had no issues haha

Been lazy this am and haven't kept up with this thread until I saw the stove pipe mention. Never had a Kimber but remember to keep those recoil springs fresh...BREAK THEM IN...but new ones usually fix this issue and double feeds.

Oh, and mag springs too!!!

[Mandi90TT]

Originally Posted by Smgs1992

Thats why it is locked away and i dont live in the city where its common for your car to get broken into. If i go into the city it gets taken out otherwise crimes like breaking into someones car is extremely rare wheew i live

And again, that's how firearms get into the hands of criminals. No matter how rare, it happens. Guns stolen from cars (whether locked up or not, rare or not), is a big way for criminals to get firearms.

[1MOREMOD]

You know where else they can get guns anywhere they commit a crime to get it. I'm not responsible to change criminals behavior. Banks shouldn't have money because that's how it gets stolen in the first place, blame the victim of a crime.