Initiating Hidden Firearm Licensing
In the ever-evolving world of personal safety, concealed carry has become a significant practice for many gun owners. This guide aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the essential aspects of concealed carry, from choosing the right firearm to maintaining a responsible mindset.
For those considering concealed carry, it's crucial to establish a daily routine for gun interaction. This includes checking the gun for serviceability every morning and evening. When it comes to the choice of gun, most people find that a compact or subcompact 9 mm pistol is compatible for carry and shooting. However, pricier firearms like the Wilson Combat SFX9 may offer better reliability, precision, and trigger, but they come at a higher cost.
When it comes to ammunition, recommendations include Speer Gold Dot, Federal HST, and Barnes TAC-XPD. For those on a budget, affordable range ammunition options like CCI Blazer are available. A carry load should maximize tissue destruction and penetrate between 10 and 16 inches.
A good, comfortable holster is essential for carry comfort and is not cheap. The way you dress affects the carry method, with some people requiring inside the waistband (IWB) carry and others outside the waistband (OWB) carry. The belt should be of good quality and moderately stiff to support the holster and the gun.
The mindset for concealed carry should include being prepared and willing to use the gun to stop a lethal threat. Recurrent training and practice are necessary to maintain defensive handgun skills, with a goal of improving speed and accuracy. A good standard to strive for is to draw from concealment and place five shots in a five-inch circle at five yards in five seconds.
Beyond basic marksmanship, it's important to learn presentation from holster/carry method to target, keeping the handgun operational, engagement of threats, safe and proper holstering, and securing the handgun. It's also essential to test a handgun with at least 100 rounds without a stoppage or malfunction.
Carrying concealed is as important as a fire extinguisher in your home but is infinitely more complicated. In the United States, an estimated 21 million citizens have carry permits. However, the specific data on how often concealed license holders are involved in shootings are not detailed publicly.
In Germany, under very strict gun laws, private individuals such as hunters and sports shooters hold the majority of concealed weapons licenses. In 2023, about 941,700 private persons owned 5.48 million firearms and firearm parts. Incidents involving firearms in crimes numbered 4,775 in 2024, but specific data on how often concealed license holders were involved in shootings are not detailed publicly.
For those interested in concealed carry, the book 'Principles of Personal Defense' by Jeff Cooper is recommended. NRA-certified instructors can be found at nrainstructors.org. Gunsite Academy offers defensive handgun courses in Arizona, Tennessee, and Florida.
Lastly, it's important to remember that carrying concealed is a life-altering practice that requires a serious mindset and ongoing evaluation of one's gun, gear, carry method, and handling and shooting abilities. Basic firearms safety instruction and marksmanship training are essential for gun owners. Reflex (red-dot) sights have become popular but have the potential to fail due to being battery-powered electronic devices.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the chance of a person aged 35 becoming a victim of a violent crime during the rest of their life is as high as 40%. By being prepared and informed, concealed carry can provide a sense of security and peace of mind in an uncertain world.
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