Ugly and expendable for CC?

[lrrifleman]

There seems to be a common theme among many of the participants on this forum about choices in concealed carry sidearm so. A month or so ago, many people lamented that if they had to use their prized and cherished Smith, what would they do when it was seized and possibly never be returned. It got me thinking. Most of what I currently consider carrying are not easily replaced models, having been made in limited numbers or been discontinued for a number of years.

How many of the members here have either purchased, or contemplated purchasing, and "ugly" sidearm for concealed carry that they are not attached to?

 

[Smoke]

I carry a Glock 19. There are a million more just like it

 

[ColbyBruce]

I have several Glocks, which I believe most folks would consider ugly. The Glock is accurate, reliable, dependable, affordable, and easily replaced. I think I am the only person on this forum that ever missed one; a Glock 31 that was stolen from me in 2011 and took me four years to get back.

Not long ago I purchased a nice, used Sig P250sc .40 S&W and have been toting it. I like it; no safety to fool with, repeat pull trigger, 10+1 capacity, simple to strip.

These two S&W 65's get carried more than my other revolvers.

 

[DocB]

For "concealed" carry we're talking about pocket carry in a crowded public place in the Summer in Georgia! There is not a revolver suitable for that. I carry "junk" but dependable guns. The Ruger LCP being my first choice. Second choice is a Glock 380; but, it is a little big. . .still marginally acceptable. We don't wear a lot of clothes in Georgia when it's 100 degrees. If either gun were lost, I really wouldn't care. . .just buy another.

 

[NCBeagle]

No. The possibility that firearm used in lawful self-defense could be temporarily seized, held in evidence, and possibly mistreated by disinterested cops / evidence techs does not affect my carry choice. I carry everything from common Glocks to relatively rare or "high-end" Smith and Colt revolvers.

If one of my guns saves my life, it's resale value is of no concern because it's not going anywhere. Any battle scars it acquires along the way would just add character. As far as getting the gun back...I expect to get my gun back if it is used lawfully but understand that it may spend some time in an evidence locker.

On the other hand, I don't think about it very much. I've carried (on and off) for about 50% of my 42 years and never, not even once, had to pull or discharge a firearm in self-defense. Hope to keep that streak going. The thought of leaving my favorite guns at home causes more distress than the thought of having one seized temporarily. I really enjoy them for what they are, tools, as much as neat little machines, art.

**Note, if I have a few of a certain type of blued revolver...its the most "used" that is going into my sweaty waistband on a hot NC summer day, not the show piece.

 

[hkcavalier]

I have a private sale, but highly replaceable G26 as my carry gun.

I don't understand carrying irreplaceable guns, but to each their own. I know there are a couple gentlemen on here who occasionally CC Registered Magnums. That seems a bit like weekend racing a Ferrari 250 GTO, but again to each their own.

 

[NCBeagle]

I don't understand carrying irreplaceable guns, but to each their own...

Here's my thought on the matter...

I've bought a few fairly "irreplaceable" guns because I wanted to use them with a plan to use them, add wear and tear, and generally consume them to the extent one might expect through ordinary use. Resale was just not a consideration. I pay for the gun and get to use the gun. There might be nothing left when I am done.

On the other hand, I've got some fairly ordinary revolvers that have grown on me over time and have become irreplaceable (to me) by virtue of proving themselves or riding with me on various adventures or for extended times. One example is my 12-13 year old Smith 442. It has a couple thousand rounds down range, a good bit of wear, but has gone to a lot of places with me. In part, because I viewed it as expendable. It's one of those guns that I would back in my checked luggage, etc. It is easily "replaceable" by most standards. These days, I would not sell it for $2000.00, or more.

 

[petepeterson]

My carry guns have a good bit of wear on them, but they were new at one point. They got that way because they are used for that purpose. So in a sense, I made them less valuable than my nicer pieces.

 

[blue71]

My carry gun is a G17 I got in trade for a Remington 870. I would NEVER carry my .38/44HD because it is a priceless family heirloom in exceptional condition.

 

[Ranger514]

If I were to lose the Sig P290RS or Glock 19, the "disposable" handguns I use for primary CC and HD, I could easily replace both. I'd rather not have to search for suitable replacements for some of my S&W handguns, especially since I'm retired and prices on those revolvers are going through the ceiling.

 

[BAM-BAM]

Hey, that's why I got a back up ......................or two ..... five.


3913/14s to 3" 66s to PC Shorty 9s.....................hey' I know everyone can't afford it ..... I was lucky and a single lawyer....... also


most of mine were bought 20 or more years ago; when 3" 66's were $270 out the door...... and 3913 were $350 new.......

in the end; if they save my life....... ................................... money well spent.

 

[31FordA]

My first service revolver was a 19-7 that I bought in 1997. Around 2003/2004 it occurred to me that they weren't building Model 19's anymore, so I retired the 19-7 and replaced it with a 3" GP-100.

 

[Bozz10mm]

I don't buy disposable firearms. That would be like a Hi-point right? I carry a relatively inexpensive pistol, Shield 9mm. I would hate to lose it, but it is easily replaced.

 

[Peak53]

My "disposable" guns are SW revolvers. Might as well go for trusted, beautiful, AND replaceable. A Mod 642 no dash and a Mod 19-4 snub both fit these requirements. The rest are for range/field and a few for the safe only.

 

[TTSH]

I consider virtually all common, cheap plastic handguns to be disposable just like my plastic razors, pens, sunglasses and hundreds of other plastic products. My all-metal guns? Not so much. Those took a while to acquire and some are pretty hard to find where I live.

Bottom line: I love my all-metal guns to pieces... but I pocket carry plastic.

 

[ladder13]

No. The possibility that firearm used in lawful self-defense could be temporarily seized, held in evidence, and possibly mistreated by disinterested cops / evidence techs does not affect my carry choice. I carry everything from common Glocks to relatively rare or "high-end" Smith and Colt revolvers.

If one of my guns saves my life, it's resale value is of no concern because it's not going anywhere. Any battle scars it acquires along the way would just add character. As far as getting the gun back...I expect to get my gun back if it is used lawfully but understand that it may spend some time in an evidence locker.

On the other hand, I don't think about it very much. I've carried (on and off) for about 50% of my 42 years and never, not even once, had to pull or discharge a firearm in self-defense. Hope to keep that streak going. The thought of leaving my favorite guns at home causes more distress than the thought of having one seized temporarily. I really enjoy them for what they are, tools, as much as neat little machines, art.

**Note, if I have a few of a certain type of blued revolver...its the most "used" that is going into my sweaty waistband on a hot NC summer day, not the show piece.

Perfectly said. I'll carry what works, don't care if it's lost or taken.

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

It's not that I seek out inexpensive SD guns, but rather the guns that I belive well fit what I'm looking for tend to be under $500. Handguns like LCP, G19, 642, XDs. From .380ACP to .45ACP, I think are among best in class for my wants and purposes... size, weight, operation and reliability... regardless of price.

 

[Philadelphia Patriot]

All of my "carry guns" (polymer striker fired pistols) can easily be replaced.

 

[steelslaver]

If I ever need a gun to defend myself or my family, the value of the gun is going to be way way down on my list right then. Want dependable and what I am really familiar with. So a S&W revolver. If there is any serious question about your actions they may just come to your house and remove them all anyway.

 

[gman51]

I buy guns mostly for carry because they will do a good job in defending my life. I carry an LCR 357 and it never was meant to be a safe queen. $600 will replace it if that need be. Like some guy said the LCR 357 isn't pretty but it sure is a whole fist full of practical defense.