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Carrying One in the Chamber
invictustacticalreview.com ^ | 9/17/2014 | unknown

Posted on 09/17/2014 12:03:23 PM PDT by rktman

Today as I was chatting with a new concealed carry permit holder, he asked if I carried one in the chamber. I said that I did, and explained a bit about why I do.

First off, I carry a gun because I don’t know what might happen. I’ll probably never need it, but someday I might, and it’s no burden to carry just in case.

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To: rktman

Modern revolvers have hammer block safeties. No need for an empty chamber. They are a very good choice for beginners.


61 posted on 09/17/2014 5:00:45 PM PDT by Poser (Cogito ergo Spam - I think, therefore I ham)
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To: rktman

Ping for later


62 posted on 09/17/2014 5:11:13 PM PDT by Springfield Reformer (Winston Churchill: No Peace Till Victory!)
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To: Mathews

My SW915 is ready with one and 15 more to follow if need be


63 posted on 09/17/2014 5:50:26 PM PDT by representativerepublic (...loose lips, sink ships)
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To: Red in Blue PA

The rationale is twofold: First, I have practiced using the weapon in various conditions. I am most comfortable with condition 2. Second, the firearm has a Swartz firing pin safety.


64 posted on 09/17/2014 6:43:17 PM PDT by edpc (Wilby 2016)
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To: Red in Blue PA

Yes, I knew they were uninformed old guys. But as business customers I was not about to point out their ignorance, I still had to close the sale on my project. But it did make me laugh at their lack of understanding about CHL.


65 posted on 09/17/2014 6:46:17 PM PDT by 9422WMR ("Ignorance can be cured by education, but stupidity is forever.")
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To: rktman

You’re right on that loading sequence.

Getting steady but slow rain. We need it.

Take care, FRiend.


66 posted on 09/17/2014 6:51:55 PM PDT by Tijeras_Slim
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To: rktman

Many modern striker-fired compact CCWs (M&P Shield, Taurus 709, etc) are designed to be carried with one in the chamber, using trigger, drop-block/striker-block, and manual safeties (although most owners manuals say not to do that). I know many here refuse to get striker-fired carry weapons with manual safeties, but if you’re worried about unintended discharges while carrying in condition 1, then you might look into those kind of pistols. Once the gun is leveled, it takes no time to flick off the manual safety and put your finger on the trigger.


67 posted on 09/17/2014 6:55:05 PM PDT by VanShuyten ("a shadow...draped nobly in the folds of a gorgeous eloquence.")
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To: Resolute Conservative

“Hammer down is not entirely safe from incidental bumps or drops.”

On revolvers since the early 1990’s it is. They don’t have a direct firing pin on the hammer. Take a look at one. The hammer if flat. The trigger must be pulled for the firing pin to come in contact with the hammer.


68 posted on 09/17/2014 7:06:47 PM PDT by CodeToad (Romney is a raisin cookie looking for chocolate chip cookie votes.)
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To: rktman

A double action revolver like my little Ruger LCR which is my CC is the most foolproof defensive weapon one can carry. A misfire in an automatic in close quarters requires two hands and is potentially a death sentence. On a DA revolver, its a momentary delay.


69 posted on 09/17/2014 7:08:41 PM PDT by anton
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To: CodeToad

Yes. We were talking about the 1911 I think. I have a couple revolvers that sport this feature.


70 posted on 09/18/2014 5:37:43 AM PDT by Resolute Conservative
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To: Tijeras_Slim

Sigh! We can only hope. Forecast for today in Reno is 20% chance for rain. Other than that...............D R Y! Stay away from the arroyos just to be on the safe side. :>}


71 posted on 09/18/2014 6:49:42 AM PDT by rktman ("The only thing dumber than a brood hen is a New York democrat." Mother Abagail.)
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To: rktman

Bright sunshine right now, go figure.


72 posted on 09/18/2014 6:52:09 AM PDT by Tijeras_Slim
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To: VanShuyten

Yup. Just picked up a Shield. I got the one with the safety but based on mechanics of it one could carry it with one chambered and the safety on or off. Individual choice as always. The safety is easy enough to disengage or engage pretty quickly. At the range. In a high stress (for some) instance, do you want that extra step? Again, individual choice.


73 posted on 09/18/2014 6:54:39 AM PDT by rktman ("The only thing dumber than a brood hen is a New York democrat." Mother Abagail.)
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To: Tijeras_Slim

I sure wish I could have been wrong 90% of the time and still keep my job when I was still working. I had to settle for 50%. LOL!


74 posted on 09/18/2014 6:56:15 AM PDT by rktman ("The only thing dumber than a brood hen is a New York democrat." Mother Abagail.)
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To: B4Ranch

Exactly.


75 posted on 09/18/2014 7:03:37 AM PDT by mad_as_he$$
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To: rktman
Don't think it will rain in Reno today. Lovelock and Fallon yes. I would take it just to get rid of the Kalifornia smoke.
76 posted on 09/18/2014 7:09:00 AM PDT by mad_as_he$$
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To: mad_as_he$$

Well, according to the forecasters, the winds will be shifting this afternoon so that Carson City and points south will get to enjoy some of that BBQ aroma. LOL! If my BBQ smelled like this I don’t think I’ll make the rib cook off finals.


77 posted on 09/18/2014 7:27:23 AM PDT by rktman ("The only thing dumber than a brood hen is a New York democrat." Mother Abagail.)
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To: anton

>>A misfire in an automatic in close quarters requires two hands and is potentially a death sentence. On a DA revolver, its a momentary delay.<<

Which is the reason I carry a Chief’s Special. If I am grappling with someone, I can fire five shots with one hand.


78 posted on 09/18/2014 9:15:42 AM PDT by B4Ranch (Name your illness, do a Google & YouTube search with "hydrogen peroxide". Do it and be surprised.)
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