Pro Secret: I Hate Carrying a Gun! — GMP #250

[BabaBlueJay]

I carry an NAA mini revolver in a grip holster. 5 shots of 22LR single action is better than nothing at all. I found that I will not carry anything that is a hassle and that is as small as it gets. I also venture into anti-gun areas/households where it is my only choice.

 

[Sgt. Buzzard]

We have a monthly Retired Officers Breakfast. The Agenda is who has been travelling and who has died in the last month.

Usually I go shoot alone. For the annual LEOSA qualification the numbers are always getting smaller.

I'm an hour west of DC so lots of retired government types carrying guns in our "active adult community " I shoot once or twice a week, mostly smallbore benchrest. Then a couple of times a month anywhere from 3 to 10 of us go and take over the pistol range. Then off to lunch, it's a great time.

The older we get the smaller the carry guns. Which is OK cause you can hide a LCP or LCP Max anywhere. As geezers we all believe a big surprise is our best defense. LEOSA qualifications for me is a 442 and G42. I go with a couple of the guys. The rest depend on the standard Virginia CC permit.

 

[WildBillWJW]

I haven't any law enforcement experience, but have CC'd for about the last 30+ years…since permits were available in KY, and now in LA. I started carrying a Glock 23, while backpacking in the Red River Gorge, when black bears started becoming prevalent. Took a chance on its little brother, and found the 27, with std mags, plenty easy to shoot and control. It's become my EDC/CC since. Can generally keep it concealed under loose fitting T's. But, rarely pack a spare mag. At home or near a vehicle, there's always some close…plus we rarely go anywhere after dark. And never in dangerous environs. Nine rounds of 40 cal hollow points should be plenty.
WJW