Which would you choose?

[Maximumbob54]

Nice choice. If it has the lock keep in mind you can always buy the plug from a forum member here. If it is a problem, of course.

 

[.45Beast]

.45 Beast....you can get a CCW permit in SLO County? I have family in Santa Barbara Co. and the sheriff there won't even listen to them.

Im actually in the process of moving back to Fresno county... My meeting with the sherrif isnt til september when Ill be back anyway. I work on my familys farm in the summer and Im out there til midnight sometimes so I am hoping thats a good enough reason for them.

 

[.45Beast]

So new question, what holster do you guys reccomend? Id like an ankle one and a belt one as well... Looking for something that will keep it in place really well. Maybe a paddle style, but not bulky, im a pretty small guy at 5'9 170. Any help is greatly appreciated.

 

[photoman]

For ankle, most recommend the Renegade or the Galco. For belt carry, I like the Galco Concealable or Galco Stinger for off-the-self leather.

 

[seagill]

I was in the same boat. I was leaning toward the Ruger LCR when I found a S&W 908 for $300. Compact, reliable and accurate. I have more experience with auto's, plus I like the higher capacity.

 

[Mule88]

Id get the bodyguard.

 

[Srigs]

I would choose the bodyguard myself of the two.

Of course, I really like my 442 with CT laser grips.

 

[GyMac]

I'm sure either gun would be fine, but I would consider this. It might be good to get a gun that is not only fine for concealed carry, but also fun to shoot. I'm not sure that the Bodyguard or the LCR fit into that category.

 

[russp1]

So new question, what holster do you guys reccomend? Id like an ankle one and a belt one as well... Looking for something that will keep it in place really well. Maybe a paddle style, but not bulky, im a pretty small guy at 5'9 170. Any help is greatly appreciated.

I like the Blackhawk Speed Classic for my 442. It's an OWB that only fits the J frames and holds really well without any strap or retention screw. I'm 5'4" and about 150 and it's barely noticable even under a T shirt. Search You Tube for a video on it.

 

[JIM5938]

Try a 642 with Crimson trace. The grip is larger and more comfortable without compromising conceal-ability.
Also dry fire with snap caps teaches smooth trigger pull by watching the light/red dot, move when dry firing.
by doing this I am able to reach out to 75 feet, in a 3 in circle with a 1-7/8 in barrel EVERY time.
Also I am 64 years old.

 

[Goffman]

Went to the dealer today and went with the 642 in stainless steel. Hate the 10 day wait but really excited! Thanks for the help everyone!

I love how people keep posting recommendations for particular firearms when the OP has stated clearly that he already has purchased his firearm of choice.