That said, make mine a pistol in 5.56 (at least 2,200 fps).
A 9sillymeter is as effective as a .44 magnum.
You can jump to 7:38 to get to the meat (pardon the pun).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6kUvi72s0Y
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That said, make mine a pistol in 5.56 (at least 2,200 fps).
A 9sillymeter is as effective as a .44 magnum.
You can jump to 7:38 to get to the meat (pardon the pun).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6kUvi72s0Y
Useful info - Best Choices for Self Defense Ammo -
http://www.ar15.com/ammo/project/Self_Defense_Ammo_FAQ/
We used to use a .22 rifle to kill 1,500 lb cows. They work for squirrels and rabbits too.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhfKSXWLNxgQuote:
Originally Posted by midnight rambler
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=GNtPHYwcDts
Great post MR. After spending an hour following the links I'm now seriously considering buying a Glock 42 and using Hydra-Shok.
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Good choice. I’ve a Glock 42 myself however lately I’ve gone with appendix carry and I don’t like the idea of a semi auto pointed at my groin so I either carry a LCR* or SP101 with 2.25" barrel appendix carry, loaded with Underwood .38 +p+ using Gold Bullets.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jewboo
*I learned the hard way that the LCR in rimfire totally sucks - the trigger pull is atrocious (it needs that heavy DA trigger pull for reliability)
That video is describing what they're going to do to us when they send the SWAT teams out to round up all us anti-semite, domestic terrorists.Quote:
Originally Posted by midnight rambler
I shoot a Ruger Super Blackhawk in .44 magnum best but it's to big to be packing around all the time. What I pack most of the time is a Glock 33 in .357 sig but it will convert to 9mm or 40 smith Wesson in a couple of minutes. I pack a couple of pocket guns most of the time too. :)
You're going to have reliability issues if you don't swap out that .40 S&W/.357 Sig extractor and ejector when you install a 9mm conversion barrel. Sounds great in theory, but practice doesn't work out so well in that sort of swap without installing the 9mm extractor and ejector. Target practice with cheaper 9mm is one thing however I would not rely on the .40/.357 Sig parts when utilizing 9mm for a carry gun, could be a very regrettable mistake.Quote:
What I pack most of the time is a Glock 33 in .357 sig but it will convert to 9mm or 40 smith Wesson in a couple of minutes.
Here ya go Book, better ballistics than Hydra Shok, and this one is a good penetrator too.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jewboo
https://www.underwoodammo.com/collec...18785726398521
I haven't had any trouble switching from .357 to 9mm yet and I do use the 9mm to practice with. I have the .40 SW barrel just incase ammo gets hard to come by and then I'd have another way to go.Quote:
Originally Posted by midnight rambler
Shot a cow square in the head with the 357 round a few days ago and that was the end for her.
https://gunblast.com/images/Ruger-LCR/DSC06148.JPGQuote:
Originally Posted by midnight rambler
I need a front pocket cargo shorts concealed weapon for hot 100-degree Summer days.
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Walther PPK/S is very safe with one in the chamber but much too heavy.
Any more thoughts on the Glock 42 or something hopefully even better for front pocket cargo shorts?
https://loungecdn.luckygunner.com/lo...red-lounge.jpg
I have quite a few pocket guns in .22 magnum, 380 and 32 auto. The video below is of a model of pocket gun that I carry a lot and I really like it. It ain't much but I sure as hell wouldn't want to get shot with one either.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Jewboo
On really hot days I carry my Glock 33 in a Galco Jackass rig with a canted holster. It's really comfortable and I wear it next to my skin and with a loose shirt that's untucked. In the video below the guy shows the jackass rigs and one of them is with the canted holster.
The LCP II is a great pocket pistol.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jewboo
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/2016...97cdfa00a0.jpgQuote:
Originally Posted by midnight rambler
Book, the LCP II disappears into your pocket, the G42 not so much...in fact it prints big time in your front pocket.
I have both and I've compared them. The G42 is no pocket pistol unless in your back pocket with something to keep it from printing there.
https://v7b7b3s9.ssl.hwcdn.net/wp-co...9767215421.jpgQuote:
Originally Posted by Tumbleweed
My neighbor carries one. I wonder if rimfire reliably goes BANG every time the trigger is pulled. We're talking about depending on it with our lives.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4x11YeGLYwQuote:
Originally Posted by midnight rambler
Exactly the info I needed MR. I'm now 5'-11" 148lbs on my way to 140lbs and can't hide much "concealed" wearing cargo shorts and a tee shirt on hot Summer days.
Did your LCP II go BANG every time you pulled the trigger? Did it need a so-called break-in period to become reliable? That size looks perfect...like the small Kahrs that need a 200-round so-called break-in period.
Only $240 local price. It looks perfect for what I need!
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Speer makes Gold Dot in .22 WMR, so yeah, reliable enough.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jewboo
https://media.carolinamunitions.com:.../2/6/26452.png
https://carolinamunitions.com/speer-...l?asaid=as0004
Haven't shot it enough to determine that. Just ordered a case of 1,000 rounds of .380 auto*, will be burning that ammo through the LCP II this weekend (along with my LCP I 2nd generation).Quote:
Did your LCP II go BANG every time
Have not noted any issues in the online reviews of the LCP II.
*a case of quality 9mm is cheaper than a case of .380 auto
Please report any misfires/malfunctions on Monday. At only $240 local price this appears to be a no-brainer!Quote:
Originally Posted by midnight rambler
Spare factory LCP II magazine is supposed to be $20 local price. Slide Lock does not work with your older version LCP v1 magazines...
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My only worry remains carrying with one in the chamber in a pocket holster with this Single Action trigger. The North American Arms .22 WMR revolver is actually a safer carry...ditto your double action LCP I 2nd generation...
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I've got three of the NAA revolvers and I've never had a misfire. I use the NAA "Earl" to shoot mice in the house at night. It has a four inch barrel. I carry one like the one in the video with CCI Max-mag or Hornaday "Critical Defense" rounds.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jewboo
I carry one of the small ones loaded with bird shot and use it on bulls when they get ornery and to break up fights between them. Had two bulls fighting about a week ago I needed to move and they kept fighting and I was afraid they might run over me in their battle. I used the one with birdshot and hit them in the legs. That broke up the fight and got things moving.
I have a couple of the Ruger LCP's in .380 and they are nice to carry. I've carried them in a shirt pocket and no one ever seems to notice. I've got some Keltec pistols in 380 and .32 auto that are easy to conceal in a lot of ways.
I've tried the "Urban Carry" holsters because they sounded like a good idea but they were miserable to wear and didn't work as well as they are promoted too.
I like to carry a gun in each pocket because I can always get to one if one of my hands is busy. I was in that situation one time and could't get to my gun and I don't want to get caught like that ever again.
I've been carrying a Cobra Tec knife lately too that's pretty nice. Works good, easy to conceal, comes out fast and is razor sharp. Video review below. No knife laws where I live.
https://i.imgur.com/kM1BmER.gif
After sleeping on this I awoke decided on the Ruger LCP II. Both of you guys are extremely experienced and thus very knowledgeable about this. Thank you guys!
:) $238 local
Since this is a thread on handguns and Jewboo has made his decision I thought I'd post this video because I've got a Ruger Super Blackhawk I bought when I got out of high school. I've always enjoyed shooting it and it's been really accurate. It might be part of the reason I'm pretty deaf too. The ammo was always expensive so I reloaded most of my ammo for it. I seldom shoot it any more but when I do I'm amazed that I can hit what I'm aiming for with it consistently. It feels good and it shoots good. :)
Mine is the newer two screw model and I prefer that for the added safety in carrying it. The trigger is really nice too.
A very successful pistol design that's been with us for 146 years, the Colt Peacemaker, "the gun that won the west" aka the Colt single action army. Lawmen carried the SSA decades into the 20th century.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tumbleweed
FIVE STARS...THEY ALL LOVE THIS...snappy little gun punishes your handQuote:
Originally Posted by midnight rambler
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I had a 2 screw Blackhawk .44 mag years ago. Bought it used and it seemed to be in good shape but when I loaded it I heard a rattling noise. The cylinder was bored too large and the cartridges were flopping around. It was a great shooter in spite of that. I suppose the cartridges weren't any good for reloading after being fired without that needed support.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tumbleweed
Mine had a long barrel and I found I didn't carry it often. I ended up with a S&W lightweight 629 with the 4" barrel. Single action revolvers were generally designed for shooting one-handed on horseback. I don't particularly like to shoot them double handed. Everyone should own on once though, just for the sake of our history.
I'd like to add that handgun hunting is a stupid idea made popular in stupid magazines. My hearing is very weak due to firing at predators with large caliber handguns which may reflect poorly on my own intellect.
Before planing on handgun hunting, we should first try to envision hunting with hearing protection...it isn't likely to happen.
https://www.hogueinc.com/media/catal.../8/18120_1.jpgQuote:
Originally Posted by midnight rambler
BUMP FOR MR: Please report your experience with RECOIL and if this little gun punished your hand. I just ordered this Hogue rubber grip from Amazon and might even also wear a glove while breaking in my own Ruger LCPII.
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Got rained out. I ordered one of those Hogue grips as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jewboo
I thought this was an interesting video and the fact you don't have to be a US citizen to buy a firearm surprised me. I guess (((they))) want all the invaders well armed.
Another video here I think is interesting on concealed carry positions.
Actually a commercial for why a FRONT POCKET HOLSTER makes the most sense.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tumbleweed
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Still waiting for your comprehensive range report about the snappiness and recoil.Quote:
Originally Posted by midnight rambler
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Unfortunately this fellow doesn't comprehend what being a US citizen means and why one should not be a US citizen.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tumbleweed
Have not a chance to get back out there.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jewboo
How are you liking that Hogue grip? I installed mine, it's always best to read the instructions first. Having read the instructions then it was a piece of cake.
I usually have one in both front pockets so I can get to one with either hand.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jewboo
Next time a thug punches you while shaking your hand you can still shoot him with your left.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tumbleweed
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They even showed us how to cut their plastic packaging to make sliders for installing!Quote:
Originally Posted by midnight rambler
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That's exactly why I carry one in each pocket. A thug wanted to shake my hand one time but he got a good grip on my thumb and wouldn't let go. I had my .44 magnum nearby but couldn't get to it. If that ever happens again I'll be sticking a .22 magnum or .380 in his right ear.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jewboo
I have this one for my Glock 43, pocket carry. I'm pretty happy with it.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tumbleweed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDeY4OOtEUc&t=183s
And this for IWB (appendix carry)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-x4uKchgf7Y
I've worn out several of these holsters with the Keltec 3AT's and Ruger LCP's.