OK, for real: Recommendations for a CCW — make, model, capacity, holster, accessories? I lean towards pistol over revolver, .40 S&W over other ammo, but would appreciate advice & insight. Am out early for exercise and have had a pistol pulled on me. Refuse to be a victim.
Bonus question: best home defense weapon? I like the idea of a high cap, rapid firing shotgun.
Thanks.
I agree about the repeating shotgun for home defense.
If you carry it in a shoulder holster there are a huge number of good guns. I used to carry a Glock 19 in 9mm in a Galco shoulder holster. Probably as good as any.
Make the shotgun an 18 inch barrel model. If it is an auto or pump make sure you get the extended mag.
Although a side by side double only has two immediate shots, it is around 3 inches shorter than a pump or auto with the same length barrel making it a bit handier to use inside.
The intimidation factor would have to be very high looking at those big holes in the barrel.
I open carry typically so I don’t much worry about the conceal ability of handguns. I’d say it all depends on the size of your hand and what’s comfortable to shoot. I suggest going to a gun range and renting several till you find the one that feels right.
For home defense a pump shotgun is fine. Unless you have young kids, in which case I’d stick to a handgun kept in a quickly accessible safe.
First, *how* do you intend to CC? Shoulder, hip level, ankle, other?
Second, I am a big fan of “hammerless” pistols, that are less likely to catch on clothing because they have no exposed trigger spur and a fairly smooth body. They are common these days.
Third, my own personal bugaboo is that, if I’m carrying a gun, I also carry a sheath knife, whose tactical use is complementary to a gun. Optimally, quick draw.