There are large numbers of discussions about concealed carry. The discussion I don't hear a lot is "Should I carry a backup?" The chance of you actually using your firearm for self defense is low, but don't assume they will by no means need a backup. Because if you ever need it, you'll be happy it's there.
There are countless excellent backup handgun vendors these days. You need to be concerned with how easy your chosen backup is to operate. You may have to pass it off to somebody else in an emergency, and you want them to be able to easily operate it. I don't like backup guns that have a safety because they are confusing during emergency scenarios.
The most difficult choice is choosing a bullet caliber. Caliber size determines the amount of rounds your gun can hold. In the same vein, you need a backup pistol that has adequate stopping power. Some of the smaller bullets don't perform their intended function. For self-protection purposes, the primary objective is to stop the threat quickly.
Another factor in choosing a backup is where and how you are going to carry it. You need to decide on a spot that is not obtrusive but fairly accessible. An ankle holster is a perfect place but it restricts you to only wearing slacks. Pocket carry is very well liked but you are limited to a small gun which should be fine considering this is a backup. However, get a pocket holster because you do not want keys getting tied up around your trigger. Belly bands make great backup holsters. There is even concealment underwear out there.
I've only listed a few options to consider when you are choosing a concealed carry backup pistol. It is very important that you actually take a trip to the firing range in order to try out a few of these pistols before you decide to buy. Additionally, ask your shooting instructor what backup gun is best for you and what he thinks about some of the models out there. I wish you the best of luck and choose carefully.
There are countless excellent backup handgun vendors these days. You need to be concerned with how easy your chosen backup is to operate. You may have to pass it off to somebody else in an emergency, and you want them to be able to easily operate it. I don't like backup guns that have a safety because they are confusing during emergency scenarios.
The most difficult choice is choosing a bullet caliber. Caliber size determines the amount of rounds your gun can hold. In the same vein, you need a backup pistol that has adequate stopping power. Some of the smaller bullets don't perform their intended function. For self-protection purposes, the primary objective is to stop the threat quickly.
Another factor in choosing a backup is where and how you are going to carry it. You need to decide on a spot that is not obtrusive but fairly accessible. An ankle holster is a perfect place but it restricts you to only wearing slacks. Pocket carry is very well liked but you are limited to a small gun which should be fine considering this is a backup. However, get a pocket holster because you do not want keys getting tied up around your trigger. Belly bands make great backup holsters. There is even concealment underwear out there.
I've only listed a few options to consider when you are choosing a concealed carry backup pistol. It is very important that you actually take a trip to the firing range in order to try out a few of these pistols before you decide to buy. Additionally, ask your shooting instructor what backup gun is best for you and what he thinks about some of the models out there. I wish you the best of luck and choose carefully.
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