Best pistol for daily carry ATTN: Julio, Ruiner, etc.

[KPowerEP3]

OK, so I turn 21 in a couple weeks, and I plan on getting my carry permit. I want to know what some of the gun buffs [Julio, Ruiner, etc.] carry with them most of the time. Now I'm a 'gun guy', so don't flame me for this being some whim. I have uite a few guns that I inherited from my dad when he passed away, and that I've gotten as gifts over the years. Anyways, the two I've been looking at are the Walther P99's and the S&W M&P. I really don't like the feel of a Glock, they don't fit my hand well. Julio, I know you had a P22...how was it?

[Dracc]

380 acp is what i carry daily... as far as something big.. my dad carries his .50 call DE.. why i dont know but he's big enough to do so.. as far as carry..i say get something reliable that you are comfortable carrying.. nothing flashy to show off with the pear handle and chrome base.. but something trust worthy wont jam not cheap and your comfortable using and carrying

[81911SC]

The P99's are great guns. Very reliable. Good prices and good accuracy also. Me personally wouldn't enter a gunfight with anything less then a .40 but that's just me.

[TallGuy]

I carry the full size glock 17 every day... best gun in the world but i also carry my 92fs sometimes.

[GSRteg®]

Hey I would get the Taurus great gun and forms to fit ur hand (grip) This is the gun I would carry, byw it offers great locking (security). Was gun of the year in 05. :goodjob:

http://www.taurususa.com/products/product-details.cfm?id=149&category=Pistol

[GSRteg®]

I carry the full size glock 17 every day... best gun in the world but i also carry my 92fs sometimes.

Glocks are good guns the only thing that bothers me is the no Safety.

[KPowerEP3]

The P99's are great guns. Very reliable. Good prices and good accuracy also. Me personally wouldn't enter a gunfight with anything less then a .40 but that's just me.


I agree totally, mainly I was just wondering how the p22 was as far as reliability since it's the same platform, just a smaller caliber, as the P99.

and about the Taurus...that's a nice LOOKING gun, I may have to see if I can find someone who has one to see if I can see how it feels. I believe in shooting a gun before you buy to make sure it works for you, so the S&W and Walther were just the ones I shot. As far as carrying big guns, well, I want something that I'm going to forget is there, basically. If I want to carry big I got a Colt King Cobra .357 mag revolver already.

[81911SC]

Have you considered an XD?

[TallGuy]

Glocks are good guns the only thing that bothers me is the no Safety.
The glock has 3 safety's just no external safety.

http://www.alpharubicon.com/leo/glockpistols.htm

[GSRteg®]

The glock has 3 safety's just no external safety.

http://www.alpharubicon.com/leo/glockpistols.htm

Right thats what I meant no external at all. Thanks for clearing that up.

[RandomGuy]

as far as accuracy, reliability, and quality goes, Cobra and Hi-point lead the pack
they're like the best EVAR.

[TallGuy]

Right thats what I meant no external at all. Thanks for clearing that up.
sorry didn't mean to sound like a **** or smart ass..

[TallGuy]

as far as accuracy, reliability, and quality goes, Cobra and Hi-point lead the pack
they're like the best EVAR.
hi-point :???: are you serious???

[KPowerEP3]

as far as accuracy, reliability, and quality goes, Cobra and Hi-point lead the pack
they're like the best EVAR.


lmfao..

[GSRteg®]

sorry didn't mean to sound like a **** or smart ass..

Thats cool.

[KPowerEP3]

Have you considered an XD?


...and yeah, I've looked at most of the popular polymer framed pistols. That in itself is the problem though, they're all pretty close as far as weight, accuracy, etc. which is making this harder than buying a damn car.

[GSRteg®]

I my self cary the Taurus 24/7 pro and love it.

[3.5altman]

hi-point FTL! Smith and Wesson FTW!

[81911SC]

Put it this way, If it comes down to just a few then you can't go wrong. Especially since you are looking in the right place.

[BLK JDM]

I personally think it's about how comforatble you feel shooting the gun and what type of clothing you wear on a daily basis. When I worked at Nissan as a tech and wore regular t-shirt and jeans I carried a Glock 30 .45 cal compact. I just sold that gun and plan on purchasing a XD .40 cal compact b/c I rented one at the range and it felt more comfortable. I will only carry this on nights and weekends now. I work in a lab/office now where I have to wear business attire so I've also been researching and checking out very small, hammerless .380 revolvers that can fit right into the pockets of my slacks or khackies. I like the .380 revolvers b/c you can run both .38 or .380 cal bullets through them. They are also pretty safe b/c you don't have to worry about the hammer inadvertently cocking or decocking and the trigger pull is pretty firm. Hope this helps.

[chsdog55]

I carry the XD Sub-Compact .40 everyday. I also own a Glock but i just prefer the XD. For the money its really hard to beat what comes what the package of and xd and also for a small barrell it is accurate.I mean hell i look at it this way ive taken mine to the range many times and within 30 yards i can shoot a very nice spread even do double taps with this pistol so there is no need to carry anything else. Where do you live at i may be willing to meet a range with ya and let u try some of mine out. I have a Walther p22, Glock 27, XD Sub Compact, and if u want to break out the big boy that ive hunted with S&W .500 mag. Cant shoot it at the range though and the only reason i purchased it was because ive always wanted to kill a deer with a pistol.

[SL65AMG]

380 acp is what i carry daily... as far as something big.. my dad carries his .50 call DE.. why i dont know but he's big enough to do so.. as far as carry..i say get something reliable that you are comfortable carrying.. nothing flashy to show off with the pear handle and chrome base.. but something trust worthy wont jam not cheap and your comfortable using and carrying

a 380 would only piss someone off, not kill them.

id say AT LEAST a .40 S&W, springfield armory maked one called the XD-40, or the XD-45. very nice pistols, nice sights, comes in a carry case with a mag holder and a molded holster. its about $500 i think. my friend has the XD-9 sub-compact, which is as you can tell a compact weapon. it feels great in your hand and has a hi cap 17 rd mag.

the XD-40

http://www.springfield-armory.com/xd.php?version=64

has a 9 rd mag or a 12 rd mag. also in the "sub compact" style

have a look around that site man, those are great pistols.


the 45 acp "compact" version
http://www.springfield-armory.com/xd.php?version=117


my dad also has a Taurus 24/7 pro in 9mm and 45. theyre great guns but i hate the sights on them. always hits low.

[GAtegs]

I have been borrowing a piece from a buddy for the passed few weeks. When I can afford it, I have eery intention on buying the exact same thing and carrying it. It is an H&K USP Compact .40 and I love it.

http://www.gategs.com/random/pictures/hk/hk_04.JPG

[SE-Rious1]

380 acp is what i carry daily... as far as something big.. my dad carries his .50 call DE.. why i dont know but he's big enough to do so.. as far as carry..i say get something reliable that you are comfortable carrying.. nothing flashy to show off with the pear handle and chrome base.. but something trust worthy wont jam not cheap and your comfortable using and carrying
380 here also:goodjob:

[Jaimecbr900]

^^^Yes, we know you carry and pull out prematurely a .380....:rolleyes:


Caliber is not as important as confidence with whatever you decide to carry. If you are depending on it to save your life one day, you should be able to shoot it accurately without a second thought. This is where "fit" sometimes comes in. This is what my buddy Jerel was trying to explain in his post. Sometimes some guns are purpose built type guns, i.e. hammerless snubbies, pocket pistols, etc. They are there for only one real reason, concealed carry. There are going to be pros and cons to ANY weapon. NO weapon is perfect for every situation, hence why some people have multiple weapons.

The bottomline is that I'm willing to put money on SOME people being able to drop anybody with a puny .22 because they can put it where it can do some damage. You can carry a .50 DE all day long, but if you can't hit the broad side of a barn because it kicks too much for you, then your .50 DE is about as worthless as tits on a hog. So, you need to choose a weapon that YOU can fire well EVERYTIME.

My suggestion? Any compact Glock, XD, Colt, S&W or the like. Your budget is really going to dictate that choice more than anything else. One way to find out is to go to a firing range where you can rent a variety of weapons. When you find one that feels comfortable and you can shoot well, there you have your new gun. :goodjob:

[iloveboost]

The new Sig Sauer P250 is pretty awesome. That'll be my next carry weapon. I currently carry a Smith & Wesson/Walther PPK SW99 and love it. Feels good in my hand, no safety, easy to disassemble and clean, and small enough to conceal everywhere I go.

[Dracc]

a 380 would only piss someone off, not kill them.

id say AT LEAST a .40 S&W, springfield armory maked one called the XD-40, or the XD-45. very nice pistols, nice sights, comes in a carry case with a mag holder and a molded holster. its about $500 i think. my friend has the XD-9 sub-compact, which is as you can tell a compact weapon. it feels great in your hand and has a hi cap 17 rd mag.

the XD-40

http://www.springfield-armory.com/xd.php?version=64

has a 9 rd mag or a 12 rd mag. also in the "sub compact" style

have a look around that site man, those are great pistols.


the 45 acp "compact" version
http://www.springfield-armory.com/xd.php?version=117


my dad also has a Taurus 24/7 pro in 9mm and 45. theyre great guns but i hate the sights on them. always hits low.




if you know how to shoot.. which i do.. it will do the job.. you dont need something to kill everyone on every shot... you need to stop them.. the 380 with the HP's will stop them

[KPowerEP3]

the HKs are really nice, I just think they're a bit pricey.

Jaime, definitely good advice man. Like I said in my post, I've grown up with guns, my dad was a police officer for years, as well as just a plain gun enthusiast, so I was taught how to shoot young, and try my best to shoot often enough to maintain it. I agree with Gene's post earlier though, I'm leaning towards something in a .40 cal, .357 SIG or possibly a .45, but I'm not sure how pleasant that would be in some of the smaller guns. Oh well, like I said, I'm still looking and trying to shoot them all to get a feel in my free time.

[Crazy Asian]

Just goto a gun shop and fire a few models. See which fits you. Dont take a person's adivse until you try the gun. Everyone hand is different IE fingers width and blah blah blah. At first everyone told me to get a Colt .45 so I went and shot a few round. Not really comfortable to bulky. I tried the HK .45 now that felt right to me. So Im buying that soon.

[Boosted FC]

I carry a Glock 27 with a plus2 on the mags.

[Init2winit]

I like my carry piece.

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d35/ERoycroft/41287502DesertEagle100_cropped.jpg

[mikesEK]

I call BULLSH!T ....the new gen Glocks come with a key that locks and unlocks in what used to be an empty spot just behind the mag
The glock has 3 safety's just no external safety.

http://www.alpharubicon.com/leo/glockpistols.htm

[mikesEK]

That gun is a collectors peice nothing more (if it's the 50cal)WAY too big overall the handle/grip is Way to fat ,,,we have one at the shop that's chrome w/misc gold parts on it ....and let me tell you,,,you have to do daily thumb muscle exercises just to drop the slide on the damn thing ,and I'm not a little dude 6'3 225lbs large frame so I dont have small/weak hands/fingers
I like my carry piece.

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d35/ERoycroft/41287502DesertEagle100_cropped.jpg

[KPowerEP3]

That gun is a collectors peice nothing more (if it's the 50cal)WAY too big overall the handle/grip is Way to fat ,,,we have one at the shop that's chrome w/misc gold parts on it ....and let me tell you,,,you have to do daily thumb muscle exercises just to drop the slide on the damn thing ,and I'm not a little dude 6'3 225lbs large frame so I dont have small/weak hands/fingers


Don't forget that they've got wicked inconsistent shot groups. They're nice, but I think of them as one of those little pecker/big gun type of things. No offense to you, init, but I just couldn't carry one.

[BLK JDM]

^^^Yes, we know you carry and pull out prematurely a .380....:rolleyes:


Caliber is not as important as confidence with whatever you decide to carry. If you are depending on it to save your life one day, you should be able to shoot it accurately without a second thought. This is where "fit" sometimes comes in. This is what my buddy Jerel was trying to explain in his post. Sometimes some guns are purpose built type guns, i.e. hammerless snubbies, pocket pistols, etc. They are there for only one real reason, concealed carry. There are going to be pros and cons to ANY weapon. NO weapon is perfect for every situation, hence why some people have multiple weapons.

The bottomline is that I'm willing to put money on SOME people being able to drop anybody with a puny .22 because they can put it where it can do some damage. You can carry a .50 DE all day long, but if you can't hit the broad side of a barn because it kicks too much for you, then your .50 DE is about as worthless as tits on a hog. So, you need to choose a weapon that YOU can fire well EVERYTIME.

My suggestion? Any compact Glock, XD, Colt, S&W or the like. Your budget is really going to dictate that choice more than anything else. One way to find out is to go to a firing range where you can rent a variety of weapons. When you find one that feels comfortable and you can shoot well, there you have your new gun. :goodjob:


Thanks for the backup Jamie! No one ever listens to the black man til after the fact. j/k reps for u(not like u need them)

[07civicsi4dr]

i carry a s&w sigma .40 and i love it its not too heavy and fits right on my side
its like american express never leave home with out it

[07civicsi4dr]

my brother is sellin his s&w m&p .45

[Brown Man]

Pistols are gay son

Buy a jetta HOLLA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

"new jock city"

[Brown Man]

^^^ that was not me

[RandomGuy]

surprised no one mentioned the springfield armory XD's

[KPowerEP3]

surprised no one mentioned the springfield armory XD's


they did. :ninja:

[ATL96LX]

OK, so I turn 21 in a couple weeks, and I plan on getting my carry permit. I want to know what some of the gun buffs [Julio, Ruiner, etc.] carry with them most of the time. Now I'm a 'gun guy', so don't flame me for this being some whim. I have uite a few guns that I inherited from my dad when he passed away, and that I've gotten as gifts over the years. Anyways, the two I've been looking at are the Walther P99's and the S&W M&P. I really don't like the feel of a Glock, they don't fit my hand well. Julio, I know you had a P22...how was it?

First of all dont get one til u get ur permit ( its too tempting to carry) which takes 4 -6 months to get..but when u do get on are u gonna physically carry it on u all the time or just in ur car? Ive got a S/W Sigma Series 9mm (theyre like $320 now i think) its a a big gun can be carried if needed but great for the car plus only time im ever gonna need it is with my car sooo!

[3.5altman]

^^i feel ya mang. I love the smith and wesson sigma series

[BobbyFresco]

DE .50 is what I have.:goodjob:

[SL65AMG]

if you know how to shoot.. which i do.. it will do the job.. you dont need something to kill everyone on every shot... you need to stop them.. the 380 with the HP's will stop them


well i hope that 380 would do the job and keep them from killing you after you attempted to "stop" them or slow them down..... and they can take your ass through the wringer if you shoot them.

if you have just cause to be pulling out a weapon and firing it at someone, you have just cause enough to kill them.



dead men tell no tales.


a lot of what makes the difference is knock-down power. sure you could carry a DE.50 with would knock both you and guy you are shooting on your ass.


but a .45 has much more weight and mass to it than a a 9mm or 380. even if you didnt kill them on the first shot they would SURE AS HELL think twice about pickin their ass up off the ground.

[Ran]

http://www.gunsandammomag.com/ga_handguns/GAdoubles_052505G.jpg

You'll never have to use it. The pure size of this hand-cannon will scare away most people.

[KPowerEP3]

http://www.gunsandammomag.com/ga_handguns/GAdoubles_052505G.jpg

You'll never have to use it. The pure size of this hand-cannon will scare away most people.
:goodjob: THAT'S the one you keep tucked in the car :yes:

[GTScoob]

Who do you guys deal with to feel the need to have a gun on you at all times? I understand wanting to keep one in the car and definately a couple at the house, but to carry one with you at all times, even at work seems a little overkill to me.

[SL65AMG]

Who do you guys deal with to feel the need to have a gun on you at all times? I understand wanting to keep one in the car and definately a couple at the house, but to carry one with you at all times, even at work seems a little overkill to me.

its better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it...

it cant be said any simpler than that

now do you understand?

[quickdodge®]

First of all dont get one til u get ur permit ( its too tempting to carry)

Wrong. I had one for a year before I got my GFL. Never was tempted.


which takes 4 -6 months to get.

Wrong. In a sense. The length of time depends on your location. Gwinnett has a turnover rate of about 2 months or less. Clayton County was running almost 9 months behind. I got mine in Rockdale County in 6 weeks.


but when u do get on are u gonna physically carry it on u all the time or just in ur car?

You don't need a permit to keep in the car. Later, QD.

[quickdodge®]

its better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it...

it cant be said any simpler than that

now do you understand?

Very true. That's why I keep mine. Later, QD.

[GTScoob]

its better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it...
No I understand that completely, but carrying at work? Thats what seems overkill. Like I said before, I want a pistol and a concealed permit, but not to carry on me at all times, just to have in the car, or if I'm ever in a shady place of town.

What about the fact that people carrying guns tend to get shot more than people who dont? This has been proven statistically many times over.

[quickdodge®]

but carrying at work?

Depends on the job, I think. If you work in an office building or warehouse or something, I would find it amusing that you would carry it. Imagine going to a staff meeting and sitting down at the big ass table with peers and execs and having to lay your 9mm on the table because it isn't comfortable sitting on it. Lolol. My job, it would be practical to keep with me. Only the Feds say I can't.


just to have in the car,

You don't need a permit for that.


What about the fact that people carrying guns tend to get shot more than people who dont? This has been proven statistically many times over.

I've never seen these test results. Later, QD.

[2.3 Evo 8]

Glock 27 .40 w/15 shot clip

[Julio]

the walther 22 is a cool little gun, great for target and pocket gun...i laugh when people laugh at the .22 and how they say it cant do damage, hit in the right place, and it will knock a bull down.

Anyways, go out shooting some different guns... I carry a glock 17.... and right now back it up with a Taurus Mill .40 until I sell that one to get a xd 40.

The Millienium Taurus .40 is damn good.. but the XD just feels little better, but when I mean a little better..slightly..

Is all about how it feels on you, grip, etc.. I mean, one gun may feel good on me, but bad on you... get it.

Aslong you choose a reliable gun with all the other factors you are good.

Other info : Gwinnett it says 90 days to get permit.. took me 30.

As far as I know there is no concealed permit or license in Ga.. in ga is GFL which means, GA firearm license..


GA is a open carry state.. that means , if you have a permit you can show it.


why carry a gun, better to then not to. GA has some weird as people....



PERSONAL OPINION :

GLOCK RULES THE WORLD @!@!@!@@ :goodjob:

[quickdodge®]

^^^ You going to the show this weekend, Luis? Lolol. Later, QD.

[Julio]

maybe tomorrow.... i really dont want to because I want to buy a mossberg 12 which i know they are going to have there for cheap... and I dont want to be tempted

[quickdodge®]

maybe tomorrow.... i really dont want to because I want to buy a mossberg 12 which i know they are going to have there for cheap... and I dont want to be tempted

do it


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do it


do it


do it


do it


Lolol. I want to as well, but I need to spend for my children this year for Xmas. Later, QD.

[SL65AMG]

No I understand that completely, but carrying at work? Thats what seems overkill. Like I said before, I want a pistol and a concealed permit, but not to carry on me at all times, just to have in the car, or if I'm ever in a shady place of town.

What about the fact that people carrying guns tend to get shot more than people who dont? This has been proven statistically many times over.


because most of the people carrying guns (where they are needed) are pistol-packin, crack sellin, monkeys that cannot shoot.

on a side note..... if you pull a gun on someone and they have a gun they are more likely to shoot you in fear of their own lives...... thats why u shoot first, ask questions later.

[SL65AMG]

http://www.gunsandammomag.com/ga_handguns/GAdoubles_052505G.jpg

You'll never have to use it. The pure size of this hand-cannon will scare away most people.

well you HOPE that you will never have to use it. that damn thing is a cannon man. ive shot one. also one time i was shootin at bullseye and thus guy had one and it blew the barrel off the front of the gun. crazy ****

[ShooterMcGavin]

The P99's are great guns. Very reliable. Good prices and good accuracy also. Me personally wouldn't enter a gunfight with anything less then a .40 but that's just me.
p99s are great guns indeed, but a little large for concealed carry, i'd never carry mine.

if it were up to me i'd carry a subcompact glock or a kahr.

[BABY J]

You don't like them, but I carry 2 Gloc 23s daily. 1 on person, 1 in whatever vehicle I am driving.

[ahabion]

Damn, didn't realize how many ppl actually carry guns around hehe, makes you think twice about road rage around here dunt it? LoL.

[ShooterMcGavin]

^^^exactly :goodjob:

[ahmonrah]

380 acp is what i carry daily... as far as something big.... as far as carry..i say get something reliable that you are comfortable carrying.... but something trust worthy wont jam not cheap and your comfortable using and carrying i concur with what dracc says.
i switch up between my bersa thunder380 w/a 9shot mag (http://carnival.saysuncle.com/002706.html)(gun review click weapon)
http://carnival.saysuncle.com/images/Bersa_Thunder_380_L.jpg (http://carnival.saysuncle.com/002706.html)

and my glock model 21, .45acp (weapon review here) (http://www.handgunreview.com/make.asp?make=Glock)
http://www.gunshopfinder.com/Glock/G21.jpg

as far as carry goes.

the thing you want to look at is target aquisition(from a holstered position to target), holstered comfort in various positions (standing, sitting and driving), weapon concealability ("flashing" while GETTING YOUR WALLET at a store/convenience store or bank is HORRIBLE!!) and ESPECIALLY your own accuracy when it comes to shooting a handgun. 'cause i am a firm believer in " it's not the caliber, but where it's placed" that makes all the difference.

so get plenty of practice. i'd recommend AT LEAST 2 times weekly, based on your budget allows, that way you learn your weapon, get over whatever bad habits you may have and not know (aiming with the opposite eye instead of the side that holds the weapon [left eye, right hand:no: ], or closing your eyes prior to firing:no: :lmfao: :gay: , or anticipating the recoil and flinching etc:lmfao: :gay: )

either way, go to your local county courthouse NOW and put in for your CCW. that way by the time the B-DAY rolls forth, your permit is well into processing and maybe already in your wallet!!!!!

[bastarling84]

I have a S&W 9mm. I am going to get my permit in a couple weeks. I went last Friday, but the guy that does the fingerprints was not there, so they told me to come back. I am not allowed to carry mine on my job, though, unfortunately.

[Jblizzard]

you're finger is the glocks safety ;)

that way if it fires, it is your fault :P

i love glocks btw. cant wait til im 21 to carry a glock45

[Jaimecbr900]

either way, go to your local county courthouse NOW and put in for your CCW. that way by the time the B-DAY rolls forth, your permit is well into processing and maybe already in your wallet!!!!!

Excellent post and advice, except this part.

I'm not 100% certain, but from what I have read I think you have to be of age at the time of application. If so, putting it in before you turn 21 won't speed things up. I tried looking it up, but it wasn't 100% clear on that part. But from when I got mine years and years ago, I seem to remember they specifically asked for ID and proof of my age when I applied.

[CodyW]

i just picked up a springfield XD-40 subcompact and have been carrying it lately. overall a really nice gun, feels and shoots great. also have a walther P22 which is a lot of fun, but i prefer the XD for carrying.

also, for some of those worried about insane permit wait times, i got mine in exactly 2 weeks in gwinnett.

[KPowerEP3]

i concur with what dracc says.
i switch up between my bersa thunder380 w/a 9shot mag (http://carnival.saysuncle.com/002706.html)(gun review click weapon)
http://carnival.saysuncle.com/images/Bersa_Thunder_380_L.jpg (http://carnival.saysuncle.com/002706.html)

and my glock model 21, .45acp (weapon review here) (http://www.handgunreview.com/make.asp?make=Glock)
http://www.gunshopfinder.com/Glock/G21.jpg

as far as carry goes.

the thing you want to look at is target aquisition(from a holstered position to target), holstered comfort in various positions (standing, sitting and driving), weapon concealability ("flashing" while GETTING YOUR WALLET at a store/convenience store or bank is HORRIBLE!!) and ESPECIALLY your own accuracy when it comes to shooting a handgun. 'cause i am a firm believer in " it's not the caliber, but where it's placed" that makes all the difference.

so get plenty of practice. i'd recommend AT LEAST 2 times weekly, based on your budget allows, that way you learn your weapon, get over whatever bad habits you may have and not know (aiming with the opposite eye instead of the side that holds the weapon [left eye, right hand:no: ], or closing your eyes prior to firing:no: :lmfao: :gay: , or anticipating the recoil and flinching etc:lmfao: :gay: )

either way, go to your local county courthouse NOW and put in for your CCW. that way by the time the B-DAY rolls forth, your permit is well into processing and maybe already in your wallet!!!!!

Excellent advice for sure. I have enough land out here that I can shoot whenever I want, and like I said, I've been doing it since I was old enough to hold a gun, growing up in a big hunting/military/law enforcement family, so I agree 100% with everything you said. At this point I'm trying to figure out the guns that are generally considered practical/comfortable for day in, day out carry. Reps for ya, BTW.

[Kamelyn]

When you turn 21 take the guns you do have to the gun range and practice with each to see which one works out. If none of the ones you own work for you then rent one from the range itself so that you can get the feel of which one you're more comfortable handling. Also whichever gun you do decide on make sure that you have a good holster to keep it in place and secure throughout your body movements, the more secure a gun stays on your side the better you'll feel carrying around your gun.

As far as GA Gun Laws, if you don't have a CCW and you plan to carry a gun with you, it has to be visible at all times from 3 different angles of view. That means no shirt, jacket, pants pocket, or anything covering the gun unless you have a CCW. I read enough on this because of conflicting stories from people. You can carry a firearm with you at a workplace as long as you have written consent from the business owner, not verbal, in case a LEO asks for docs you have it in writing. If you don't have the written permission of the business owner it's just like concealing a weapon without a CCW= bad terms with the Fed's. That's about as much as I can remember right now.

Good Luck

[Barefoot]

Hey I would get the Taurus great gun and forms to fit ur hand (grip) This is the gun I would carry, byw it offers great locking (security). Was gun of the year in 05. :goodjob:

http://www.taurususa.com/products/product-details.cfm?id=149&category=Pistol
i agree ive carried a taurus pt24/7 with me everywhere ive gone in the last 2 years fired a few 1000 rounds throw it and never had a problem with proper cleaning and up keep.

[Mike Lowrey]

I have an XD .45 Compact and love it.

[allmotoronly]

Para-ord lite-hawg .45

http://www.para-usa.com/new/product_pistol.php?id=36

[ahmonrah]

Excellent post and advice, except this part.

I'm not 100% certain, but from what I have read I think you have to be of age at the time of application. If so, putting it in before you turn 21 won't speed things up. I tried looking it up, but it wasn't 100% clear on that part. But from when I got mine years and years ago, I seem to remember they specifically asked for ID and proof of my age when I applied. you're absolutely right...i got ahead of myself and failed to take into consideration the fact that he was still under 21. hmm...wonder if they will let him apply.....

[ahmonrah]

Excellent advice for sure. I have enough land out here that I can shoot whenever I want, and like I said, I've been doing it since I was old enough to hold a gun, growing up in a big hunting/military/law enforcement family, so I agree 100% with everything you said. At this point I'm trying to figure out the guns that are generally considered practical/comfortable for day in, day out carry. Reps for ya, BTW.'preciate it!! MIL/LEO families FTW!! grew up watching my pops walk around with M16's, shotguns and gans of other weapons, definately helped nurture my respect/admiration for weapons. my fam is like yours, i've got an uncle that swears he's a cowboy, we laugh at that but not the fact that he can and outshoot any male in the family, my dad included. we watched one time as he spotted a turtle in a small lake about 100 yards offshore and took it's head off with one shot!
growing up they used to have shooting comps and an older cousin was close enough to the turtle to bring it out for proof.....this is the same uncle that would warn neighbors if he moved to a new area by moving his things in, then would walk outside with his shotgun and fire one round in the air, then quietly walk back inside. :lmfao:

[GSRteg®]

i agree ive carried a taurus pt24/7 with me everywhere ive gone in the last 2 years fired a few 1000 rounds throw it and never had a problem with proper cleaning and up keep.

Damn right

[Jaimecbr900]

you're absolutely right...i got ahead of myself and failed to take into consideration the fact that he was still under 21. hmm...wonder if they will let him apply.....

I just went up to Probate court in Gwinnett and they even have a different way of re-newing the license. Now, you have to do the whole application process over again. You have to fill out the application, get fingerprinted, and pay the fees.....and WAIT. Yep, you have to wait just like the first time. It should be no biggie though. They gave me a temp. 90 day one while waiting on my perm one to come back. No biggie.

I do seem to remember reading on the paperwork that you do have to be 21 at the time of application though. I know they asked me for I.D. when I filled out the paperwork, so I'd imagine they would turn you away if you're not of age.

[ahmonrah]

^^ahh.....gotcha!

[Julio]

When you turn 21 take the guns you do have to the gun range and practice with each to see which one works out. If none of the ones you own work for you then rent one from the range itself so that you can get the feel of which one you're more comfortable handling. Also whichever gun you do decide on make sure that you have a good holster to keep it in place and secure throughout your body movements, the more secure a gun stays on your side the better you'll feel carrying around your gun.

As far as GA Gun Laws, if you don't have a CCW and you plan to carry a gun with you, it has to be visible at all times from 3 different angles of view. That means no shirt, jacket, pants pocket, or anything covering the gun unless you have a CCW. I read enough on this because of conflicting stories from people. You can carry a firearm with you at a workplace as long as you have written consent from the business owner, not verbal, in case a LEO asks for docs you have it in writing. If you don't have the written permission of the business owner it's just like concealing a weapon without a CCW= bad terms with the Fed's. That's about as much as I can remember right now.

Good Luck



Lol.. dont listen to this noob.. no CCW in GA actually. CCW is mostly a general term, most states have different names or abbreviation... In GA Is called a GFL.

YOU CANNOT CARRY A LOADED GUN ON YOU WITHOUT A GFL in GA.. dont believe me.. try it... HAHAHAHA what a fool. Visible or NOT.

With a GFL you can carry either concealed or OPEN CARRY. YES , GA is a OC (open carry) state.

[Julio]

i just picked up a springfield XD-40 subcompact and have been carrying it lately. overall a really nice gun, feels and shoots great. also have a walther P22 which is a lot of fun, but i prefer the XD for carrying.

also, for some of those worried about insane permit wait times, i got mine in exactly 2 weeks in gwinnett.



One of the most confy and carry guns on the planet.

p22 are cool and all ( I have one) but Stick to your XD !

[Kamelyn]

Lol.. dont listen to this noob.. no CCW in GA actually. CCW is mostly a general term, most states have different names or abbreviation... In GA Is called a GFL.

YOU CANNOT CARRY A LOADED GUN ON YOU WITHOUT A GFL in GA.. dont believe me.. try it... HAHAHAHA what a fool. Visible or NOT.

With a GFL you can carry either concealed or OPEN CARRY. YES , GA is a OC (open carry) state.

My bad I read it wrong it says you can carry a rifle or a shotgun without a license but no handgun.

Here's the link of the GA Gun Laws (http://www.nraila.org/statelawpdfs/GASL.pdf)

[quickdodge®]

I've actually been told on numerous occasions by numerous different law enforcement, from police to trooper, that you CAN carry a weapon without the license as long as it is in plain view. It has to be in a holster and completely visible. But I never did it. Best thing is to wait until your license gets back. Later, QD.

[quickdodge®]

I just went up to Probate court in Gwinnett and they even have a different way of re-newing the license. Now, you have to do the whole application process over again. You have to fill out the application, get fingerprinted, and pay the fees.....and WAIT. Yep, you have to wait just like the first time. It should be no biggie though. They gave me a temp. 90 day one while waiting on my perm one to come back. No biggie.

That's how it has been for years, Jaime. Except for the 90 day permit. I'm very surprised to see that they do that. Seems ironic that they would issue a temp license until your background check came back. What if it comes back negative? I know they can just cancel the temp, but why issue it in the first place? Lolol. Later, QD.

[ep9716]

Ak47......

[Julio]

I've actually been told on numerous occasions by numerous different law enforcement, from police to trooper, that you CAN carry a weapon without the license as long as it is in plain view. It has to be in a holster and completely visible. But I never did it. Best thing is to wait until your license gets back. Later, QD.





dont believe that. Cops are the biggest liars when you ask them about laws.. honestly I think a large % of them do not know the laws.. Thats why they have to call **** in.

I dont believe a word they tell me unless is something simple, Like, What flavor doughnut is that ? :lmfao:

[Julio]

My bad I read it wrong it says you can carry a rifle or a shotgun without a license but no handgun.

Here's the link of the GA Gun Laws (http://www.nraila.org/statelawpdfs/GASL.pdf)


:goodjob:

[quickdodge®]

dont believe that. Cops are the biggest liars when you ask them about laws.. honestly I think a large % of them do not know the laws.. Thats why they have to call **** in.

I dont believe a word they tell me unless is something simple, Like, What flavor doughnut is that ? :lmfao:

Like I said, I never did it because it seemed to gray area like. Better leave it in the car or at home than to take any chances. But I have my GFL, so it doesn't matter, lolol. Later, QD.

[GAtegs]

I don't know if it has been posted yet, but I found this (http://georgiapacking.org) to be a pretty informative site.

[GSRteg®]

I don't know if it has been posted yet, but I found this (http://georgiapacking.org/) to be a pretty informative site.

Thats a good site to go.

[KPowerEP3]

Hey I would get the Taurus great gun and forms to fit ur hand (grip) This is the gun I would carry, byw it offers great locking (security). Was gun of the year in 05. :goodjob:

http://www.taurususa.com/products/product-details.cfm?id=149&category=Pistol



UPDATE...

after shooting some of the more popular guns, I LOVED the PT24/7. I put a .40 w/ 15rd clip and stainless slide on layaway today. :goodjob: