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Better CC gun
Posted on 5/18/13 at 3:52 pm
Posted on 5/18/13 at 3:52 pm
I'm looking into getting my CC license soon. I just recently bought a M & P 9mm compact. I have been having my S & W J-Frame .38 stub nose and feel more comfortable with that. It's only a 5 shot, but the 9mm is slightly larger and with no safety. I was thinking of carrying the .38 first. What's yall thoughts?
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Posted on 5/18/13 at 3:56 pm to Chatagnier
whatever you are the most comfortable with
Posted on 5/18/13 at 3:59 pm to Chatagnier
First off, don't get mired up in the caliber debate.
For a CC gun you want it as small and thin as possible, and most importantly, something you are comfortable operating.
Personally I prefer semi autos, so if it were me I'd choose the M&P9c. If you're more comfortable with the .38, you really can't go wrong there either.
For a CC gun you want it as small and thin as possible, and most importantly, something you are comfortable operating.
Personally I prefer semi autos, so if it were me I'd choose the M&P9c. If you're more comfortable with the .38, you really can't go wrong there either.
Posted on 5/18/13 at 4:43 pm to Chatagnier
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Whatever you are most comfortable with
This. If it's not comfortable, you'll end up leaving it at home. If you find they're both comfortable, the M&P is a no-brainer IMHO. It's not just that it has 2-3 times the capacity, but easier reloading (if you carry an extra mag).
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No safety
Does the revolver have a safety? Good luck!
Posted on 5/18/13 at 4:47 pm to Yat27
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Does the revolver have a safety?
Heavier double action pull plus the cylinder must be free to rotate.
A revolver will always go bang and can't jam like a semi.
A semi will carry more rounds and reload faster.
Posted on 5/18/13 at 4:54 pm to weagle99
That's true, but any NDs are likely to be during the draw as long as he is using a holster. I just don't think a safety is needed...but opinions differ.
Posted on 5/18/13 at 5:08 pm to Chatagnier
Posted on 5/18/13 at 5:55 pm to Chatagnier
I carry this Sterling .22LR SA on occasion in Tshirt weather. That is a quarter for size perspective and yes, the safety is off in this photo.
Posted on 5/18/13 at 6:23 pm to lv2bowhntAU
Why do so many pictures of Glocks show the gun after it has been fired (trigger back in the trigger guard)?
Posted on 5/18/13 at 7:15 pm to Chatagnier
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M&P 9c
Might just be the perfect CC tool. I carry that same gun with shorts and a t-shirt. If you don't dress like the jersey shore it's pretty easy to hide it.
Posted on 5/18/13 at 7:33 pm to LouisianaChessie
My thought a also. I don't have my ccl yet but I do have the MP9c and I like it. Also have the MP9 full size for the Mrs. and a Berretta Px4 full size .40 for the bedroom. The only one that has a safety is the Px4.
Posted on 5/18/13 at 7:34 pm to unclejhim
But a few xgrip adapters for the compact and you'll have two full size capacity M&Ps. Piss on that .40. Profit
Posted on 5/18/13 at 8:26 pm to Chatagnier
You listed two good choices. Go with the one you can draw and fire the most smoothly and accurately with.
Posted on 5/18/13 at 8:56 pm to Chatagnier
anyone have NAA mini .22 for deep conceal?
Posted on 5/18/13 at 10:58 pm to Chatagnier
M&P = outsanding choice. Get used to it. Train/practice with it, then carry it. Be glad it has no external safety (saves you the trouble of removing it).
J-frame .38 is a good BUG. But unless you're a really proficient shooter under stress, 5 rounds with a horrendous trigger = less than good CCW piece.
And yes, revolvers can jam. Claims to the contrary are urban myths.
An even better option -- sell the revolver and buy a G19.
Now -- quit reading opinions posted on an internet forum. Go practice with your M&P.
J-frame .38 is a good BUG. But unless you're a really proficient shooter under stress, 5 rounds with a horrendous trigger = less than good CCW piece.
And yes, revolvers can jam. Claims to the contrary are urban myths.
An even better option -- sell the revolver and buy a G19.
Now -- quit reading opinions posted on an internet forum. Go practice with your M&P.
This post was edited on 5/18/13 at 10:59 pm
Posted on 5/18/13 at 11:01 pm to dawg23
Simple question because I know you know your shite. Would you consider the G19 a better option than the M&P 9c and why?
Posted on 5/18/13 at 11:07 pm to dawg23
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M&P = outsanding choice. Get used to it. Train/practice with it, then carry it. Be glad it has no external safety (saves you the trouble of removing it).
+1
People put way too much worry on whether or not a gun has a "safety." The best safety is your trigger finger.
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And yes, revolvers can jam. Claims to the contrary are urban myths.
+1 here too.
The reason why revolvers are seen as more "reliable" is because they don't rely on a cartridge to cycle the action.
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Now -- quit reading opinions posted on an internet forum. Go practice with your M&P.
Boom.
Dawg is a smart dude. Even if his whole reply is an opinion from an internet forum, he has some experience to back it up.
And from my own personal experience, one of my carry guns is a Ruger SR9c, which is about the same size as your M&P9c. Be sure to get the right holster and it will be just fine for carry.
Also, watch my video on Concealed Carry Methods. It will give you an idea of how to carry comfortably, but ultimately the decisions for comfort are up to you.
EDIT: Forgot to link my video.
Concealed Carry Methods
This post was edited on 5/18/13 at 11:10 pm
Posted on 5/18/13 at 11:12 pm to dawg23
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less than good CCW piece.
Unless it is a contact shot.
Posted on 5/18/13 at 11:19 pm to LouisianaChessie
I have a few of both -- I'd be fine with carrying either. However both are ugly. So if you're in the group that places importance on how "sexy" their gun looks, neither may be right for you.
The "regular" M&P's have pretty rough triggers, but you can fix that with an APEX kit.
Glocks are a lot easier to maintain. And the G17 and G19 are still the "gold standard" in reliability.
I carry a G19.
And I have little confidence in opinions posted on internet forums.
The "regular" M&P's have pretty rough triggers, but you can fix that with an APEX kit.
Glocks are a lot easier to maintain. And the G17 and G19 are still the "gold standard" in reliability.
I carry a G19.
And I have little confidence in opinions posted on internet forums.
Posted on 5/18/13 at 11:20 pm to Chatagnier
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