UPDATED I've Decided To Stop Rotating My Carry Guns.

[Smoke]

For probably a year or so I've rotated between a S&W 4006 & a S&W 6906 for carry.

Recently I've decided that I don't really gain anything carrying the 4006 and since the 6906 is more concealable to just stick with the one gun.

It makes better sense to me to concentrate on becoming totally familiar with this one gun than to try to master 2 or three different guns.

Thoughts?

 

[Jiman]

That's logical…but where's the fun in that.

Joking

 

[PastureOfMuppets]

Beware the man with one gun...


For he is either poor and desperate or really knows how to use it...


Sometimes you have to modify a quote for realism.

 

[petepeterson]

I could see the logic if they were two different types, but I can't imagine there's much difference between the two, unless they have a different point of impact.

I do prefer a DA trigger w/no safety for carry, but I try not to overthink it after that.

 

[ironhead7544]

I have been using the G26 since it came out. It is a good idea to have a spare gun, too.

 

[chief38]

I was always convinced carrying the same gun in the same holster every day is the way to go. Bringing it into action in a stressful situation should be second nature and NOT something you need to think about at that time!

Guys who like to "rotate" their carry weapons, holsters and equipment have to stop, think and then react with what they happen to be carrying that particular day. Just my personal choice, but when I settle on something thats the way I continue until there's a damned good reason to change.

 

[doc84]

Wise choice. Not much more to add to that.

 

[Protected One]

For probably a year or so I've rotated between a S&W 4006 & a S&W 6906 for carry.

Recently I've decided that I don't really gain anything carrying the 4006 and since the 6906 is more concealable to just stick with the one gun.

It makes better sense to me to concentrate on becoming totally familiar with this one gun than to try to master 2 or three different guns.

Thoughts?

Good idea. And carry it in the same location too.

 

[66snub]

Rotating a ton of guns (3 or more) through a carry roster (for lack of a better term) can be a sketchy prospect, especially for people that carry a lot and shoot a little. The only time that I could see that this wouldn't be a problem, is if the guns are the same platform, such as all glocks, all P-series Sigs, all 1911's, all Kahrs, etc.

If you are going to go into different platforms, I would say if people stick to maybe two different guns, they should be OK. I rotate a Sig 239 and a Smith M19 in 2 1/2". As long as people keep up with practice (not just shooting, but with the draw and mag/speedloader too) on differing guns, any issues with familiarity when they need them should be greatly diminished. This method has worked for me.

 

[federali]

On The Mark

As others have said, guns are not a fashion accessory. I generally carry a larger, more effective handgun during the winter months when heavier clothing allows me to better conceal it. My basic go-to gun is a Kahr P9 and it has been my carry piece since they first came out.

 

[PastureOfMuppets]

Those living somewhere seasonal, I can understand going from full size to something smaller for summer... but that transition should have a lot of repetitions both at home and at the range.

 

[Harkrader]

If it works for you, do it and don't look back.

 

[Smoke]

I could see the logic if they were two different types, but I can't imagine there's much difference between the two, unless they have a different point of impact.

These two guns are similar enough that they probably are a poor example but by the same token if they are so similar why not just carry the one and have done with it?

I started out alternating carrying a CZ75B and the 6906. When I got the 4006 I decided to stop carrying the CZ in favor of the 2 that had the identical manual of arms.

Over the last year I've realized that between the two I find myself carrying the 6906 far more often that I carry the 4006 and eventually I decided to just go with the 6906. The fact that the 6906 is by far the more concealable of the 2 guns was a big factor in my decision making process.

Part of my decision was that every time I went to training I was carrying a different gun and I decided that instead of being adequate with both guns I'd rather be really good with the one.

That doesn't mean I'll never carry the 4006 again. In fact I have a two day class this weekend and then I'm on the security roster at church Saturday night so I'll probably take the 6906 to training and carry the 4006 at church while the 6906 is sitting at home soaking in Hoppe's but apart from the rare instance like that I'm going with the 6906.

 

[Cal44]

I agree. But, there might be room for more than one gun -- eg, one for city carry, one for carrying in the woods when hiking where you might meet something with four legs and claws. We don't have open carry, so when hiking you have to carry concealed.

In some cold winter areas, a different gun for summer and winter might make sense.

But that's not an every day rotation. Every day rotation never made sense to me.

 

[ken158]

As noted - wise move on your part. Learn it well. The only alternative would be a hot weather carry and a cold weather carry. Muscle memory is imperative (lifesaving) in a stressful situation.

 

[GWK4667]

For probably a year or so I've rotated between a S&W 4006 & a S&W 6906 for carry.

Recently I've decided that I don't really gain anything carrying the 4006 and since the 6906 is more concealable to just stick with the one gun.

It makes better sense to me to concentrate on becoming totally familiar with this one gun than to try to master 2 or three different guns.

Thoughts?

I have carried my 6906 7 days a week for about 10 years now - - - having it function just like my 5906 is a big plus for me and it is very concealable in my left armpit!

I can carry 2 spare mags under my right armpit.

Any type of shirt over ( I wear button up work shirts mostly ) that fits comfortably and it is un-noticed and readily accessible.

If you are behind the steering wheel and someone approaches your duty weapon is hard to access but you can unbutton one button and act like you are scratching and you have the 6906 in hand and when the person leaves they never know how prepared you were!

My Grandson is thinking about following in Pa's footsteps.

 

[NZshooter]

I never understood why anyone would rotate their carry guns. Sure, a big 44 in the winter and a little j frame in the summer holstered in the same place on your belt makes a little sense. But reading guns forums and having worked in two indoor ranges there are people that carry a glock one day, 1911 another, Beretta 92 another then sometimes a j frame or Seecamp. Yes I'm talking about the same person(s) carrying this much variety, sometimes in different location (strong side, crossdraw, pocket, and unbelievably ankle). Good luck with all THAT in an SD situation.

 

[Old cop]

I've never understood the rotation thing, it runs contrary to all the training I received during my 30 years as an LEO. My EDC is a 442 or sometimes a Model 38. I have larger grips on the 442 but when concealment becomes a problem (dress slacks) I'll go to the M38 w/factory peanut grips & a grip adapter. The important thing is that I practice often with both weapons exactly as they're carried.

 

[BAM-BAM]

Does....... 3913 primary summer/ 3914 primary winter concealed carry; both with Hogue checkered wood grips, in a Sparks IWB holster....... with a PC 6906 or my FrankenSmith 6906/915 if I want /need more rounds......... count?

Except for the FrankenSmith the others have been around since 1990. LOL

I switch to a revolver for "walks in Penn's Woods." Could be a 3" 60-10 or a 3" 66-4 or a 4" 686.

 

[Watchdog]

For probably a year or so I've rotated between a S&W 4006 & a S&W 6906 for carry. Recently I've decided that I don't really gain anything carrying the 4006 and since the 6906 is more concealable to just stick with the one gun. It makes better sense to me to concentrate on becoming totally familiar with this one gun than to try to master 2 or three different guns.

Thoughts?

I more or less agree. I guess. But say you become totally familiar with that one gun. I don't think you'll get unfamiliar with it if you alternate guns now and then. And then suppose something happens to the more-familiar-with gun? Then you'll have to rely on an alternate, at least for a while.

Besides...I keep thinking of that ol' "variety is the spice of life" thing. You know?