There have been a few threads previously about slimming down 3rd gens by removing the weak side controls.
I never really considered it as I carry IWB with really no problem with the ambidextrous decockers, etc.
After something that happened this weekend- I've even more convinced it's probably a nice idea to have ambi controls and to practice more weak side one-hand shooting (and holtering/unholstering)....
I had a freak accident in the kitchen when a large chef's knife (and I keep them very sharp) started to fall/flip towards me after getting caught on the edge of the slot in the knife block, when I was pulling it out. I instinctively shot my right hand over to catch this object, and the tip of the knife went into my palm at the base of my thumb about 3/4".....
5 stitches later after a trip to the ER (it was amazing how much blood was pouring out and how hard it was to stop it - fortunately I'm pretty good with first aid and my wife is a Nurse Practicioner) I had a very sore hand and realized it will be pretty hard to shoot right handed for a few days. Also thank God that it appears no nerves or tendons were damaged.
What do most of you think about ambi controls and weak side one handed practice? Fortunately I do practice occassionally one handed with either hand. But up until now I haven't given it a whole lot of serious thought as to needing this skill.