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Editor\u2019s Note: <\/strong>The following is a syndicated article by author John Caile that first appeared in USCCA\u2019s Concealed Carry Magazine Volume 11, Issue 1 January 2014 under the title, \u201cYour Personal Carry System.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your gun is just one part of a system that must work smoothly with every other part. People vary dramatically in body type, hand size, and physical strength, not to mention lifestyle, clothing, weather where you live, and so forth. Consider all of these elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For starters, there is no single \u201cbest gun\u201d for self-defense. The size, weight, and ease with which it can be carried are important aspects of a firearm that you must consider if you intend to carry regularly. If it is comfortable to shoot but too big or heavy to carry easily, it might not be the best choice. If it is small, light, and easily concealed, but kicks like a mule, you may not shoot it well or even practice with it as often as you should. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond being\nsuitable for carry, I recommend a set of basic parameters to keep in mind when\nchoosing a defensive firearm: Reliability, Fit, Simplicity, and Power. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reliability<\/strong> \u2013 A defensive firearm must be absolutely\nreliable, meaning you can count on it to go \u201cbang\u201d every single time you press\nthe trigger. Working \u201cmost of the time\u201d may be acceptable in a plinking gun,\nbut not in a gun you carry for self-defense. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to\nreliability, revolvers have numerous advantages. They are utterly simple, and\nhave an external power source (your finger). Even a dud primer is less\ndisastrous\u2014you just pull the trigger again. Ask any Alaskan guide what he\ncarries on his hip in the wild.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That being said,\ntoday\u2019s auto-loading pistols can match revolvers in reliability, far more than\nearly pistols that functioned only with round-nosed, jacketed ammunition. But\nwhether revolver or auto-pistol, stick with quality, name brand guns. A good\ngun is worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fit<\/strong> \u2013 This is critical, and how the grip fits\nyour hand is critical to whether or not it\u2019s right for you. Handle as many guns\nas you can. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many companies offer\nafter-market replacement grips for popular revolvers and steel-framed\nauto-pistols that can significantly change the feel of a gun. Don\u2019t immediately\nwrite off an otherwise outstanding gun just because the factory grips don\u2019t\nfeel right. Check the options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In general, rubber\ngrips are preferred for self-defense. Wood grips may look pretty, but in\nlighter guns, especially revolvers, rubber grips help absorb recoil, and\nprovide better slip resistance in sweaty hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first polymer-frame pistols did not accommodate custom grips (other than grip \u201csleeves\u201d) but today, many popular polymer-framed auto-pistols (M&P<\/a>, XD-M,<\/a> Glock Gen-4<\/a>, FN<\/a>, etc.) come from the factory with interchangeable grip inserts to tailor them to different sized hands. Nice feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simplicity<\/strong> \u2013 Ease of use. Here again, revolvers have\nthe edge, as they have no manual safeties to remember. You simply point and\npress the trigger. Revolvers are also easy for even a novice to load.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But older men or\nwomen, or those with weak finger strength, often have trouble with the\nrelatively heavy trigger pulls of double-action revolvers. If you are unable to\neasily press the trigger, the gun is virtually useless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most modern\nauto-pistols, especially striker-fired guns, have comparatively light trigger\npulls. However, certain pistol magazines (especially double-stacked) are\ndifficult for some people to load, and slides can be almost impossible for them\nto operate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a reason\nthat newer defensive auto-pistols have no manual safeties (except where\nrequired in law enforcement applications). Experience has shown that in the\nchaos of a gun fight, many people (even highly trained professionals) simply\nforget to click the safety off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like most \u201cgun guys,\u201d I love my (multiple) 1911 pistols, but my normal carry gun is an M&P <\/a>(for the reasons stated above). But if you do carry a 1911, make sure it\u2019s \u201ccocked-and-locked\u201d and practice your draw from concealment relentlessly, until clicking off the safety becomes second nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Power<\/strong> \u2013 Adequate power is important, but caliber\nshould not be the preeminent element in selecting a handgun for self-defense.\nMost \u201cstudies\u201d of \u201cstopping power\u201d are so flawed as to be useless. People\nsurvive being hit multiple times with a .45, while others drop after one shot\nfrom a .380. Shooting well, with a gun you will actually carry, is more\nimportant than some \u201cenergy number.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, like you, I want as much power as practical. Just don\u2019t ignore other factors. For example, after shooting both, I opted for a Kahr MK9 <\/a>over an MK40<\/a> (both steel-frame guns). The lower recoil of the 9mm allows me to shoot more rapidly and accurately, and provides an extra round in the bargain. On the other hand, an all-steel MK40 might kick less than the lighter, polymer-frame PM9. Consider these factors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And a little tip from an attorney friend of mine: Avoid carrying any gun that you wouldn\u2019t want a state\u2019s attorney to hold up to a jury. In court, a basic SIG P229<\/a> is just a gun, but a Sig P229 \u201cScorpion\u201d<\/a> with a threaded barrel could be portrayed as vaguely \u201csinister.\u201d Avoid carrying a prosecutor\u2019s dream.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now let\u2019s discuss\nhow to carry the gun. The holster is perhaps the most important part of your\nPersonal Carry System other than the gun itself. A good holster can make even\nlarger handguns pleasant to carry, while a poorly constructed one can be\nuncomfortable with even a relatively small gun. Also, a quality, sturdy belt is\nessential (pocket and paddle holsters excluded). Even dress slacks and many\nskirts can accommodate a suitable belt. Don\u2019t skimp on this important piece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are plenty of\nchoices, especially for popular guns from major manufacturers. If you have an\nunusual or relatively rare gun, you may need to have a holster custom made.\nAlso, depending on changing circumstance and seasonal fluctuations, you may\nrequire more than one mode of carry. I will cover the basic choices for\ncivilian carry (not military rigs, ankle holsters, etc.): <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strong-side belt-slide (pancake) hip holster:<\/strong> My primary method of carry, and the design favored by most law enforcement professionals. Example: Galco Concealable Belt Holster. Leather, usually molded to specific guns, with or without retaining snap (I prefer without), available for both revolvers and auto-pistols. Fits close to the body, smooth draw, well-made, and long-lasting. Easy to conceal, even in summer beneath a light shirt. Note: Inexpensive vinyl and fabric versions also available, though less durable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strong-side, clip-on rigid polymer holster: <\/strong>Example, Safariland ALS 6379<\/a>. Intuitive locking system, gun-specific. Less concealable than a pancake holster, but excellent for full-size guns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strong-side paddle holster<\/strong>: Easy-on, easy-off, in leather, polymer, or hard ballistic fabric. With or without retention devices. Good for women who wear skirts or slacks that don\u2019t have a belt, or those who must frequently disarm (detectives often like them).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pocket holsters:<\/strong> First, never, EVER carry a gun in your pocket without a holster. It keeps the gun upright, protects the trigger and helps reduce \u201cimprinting.\u201d Not my first choice (difficult to draw) but pocket holsters do have a place. Last year in Florida I carried a Bodyguard 380<\/a> in a suede model, comfortably sitting in the front pocket of my cargo shorts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside-the-waistband\nholsters:<\/strong> Can go from expensive\nleather with complex attaching mechanisms to inexpensive synthetics with a\nplastic retaining clip. Although popular with a lot of folks, I\u2019m just not a\nbig fan, other than occasionally using a soft nylon version to carry a\nsubcompact gun in the one o\u2019clock position under a T-shirt. But if you are\ndead-set on an IWB holster, you might want to consider a synthetic model, as\nbody sweat can destroy a leather holster in short order. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cross-draw:<\/strong> A good choice for those who spend significant\ntime in a vehicle, as it allows easier access from a sitting position, which is\nwhy many Air Marshalls favor this method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shoulder holsters:<\/strong> Fine for toting big, heavy guns while\nhunting, but they are often complicated, flop around a lot, and can be difficult\nto conceal. While appropriate in some cases (Miami Vice<\/em>\nnotwithstanding), there are usually better options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fanny Packs:<\/strong> Not the best way to carry, but preferable to\nhaving no gun at all. If absolutely necessary, at least pick one designed\nspecifically for a gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purses:<\/strong> The least desirable way to carry. But if you\ninsist, at least make sure the purse is designed to accommodate a firearm and\nuses Kevlar-reinforced straps, worn across the chest (purse snatchers often use\nknives or box-cutters to slice the strap from behind and yank it away before\nyou know what happened).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cStealth\u201d Carry:<\/strong> The \u201chide-in-plain-sight\u201d principle. Best example is the Sneaky Pete line <\/a>of clip-on or belt loop holsters. They look like a leather \u201csmartphone\u201d holder when hanging on your belt. Size limits them to subcompact and micro-compact guns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, remember\nthat your wardrobe significantly affects your ability to draw your gun rapidly.\nChoose clothing that allows you to carry safely, securely, and ready to defend\nyourself quickly and effectively. Then practice drawing the gun over and over,\ndressed exactly as you most often are when you carry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Personal Carry System must work for you and your lifestyle. Be safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover how you can join nearly 300,000 responsibly armed Americans who already rely on the USCCA to protect their families, futures and freedoms: USCCA.com\/gunsamerica<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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