[AL9426]

Hey,

I wont be able to obtain a CCW for a couple years but I have already made up my mind that I will obtain for one. Now, I was thinking about getting a revolver possible made by Traditions, would this be a good choice or would you suggest a Glock or Ruger.

And also, do you think it is a good choice to get a CCW?

[Javelin]

Hello! New to the forums but I would recommend whatever you are able to conceal and shoot well. For me it is a Kel-Tec P3AT but for others it is a nice little 642 or even a 1911.
Glock and Ruger are fine firarms as well. Depending on your body style and dress you might be able to get away with carrying any size frame pistol. Just keep in mind that the thin ones like Kahr PM series and Kel-Tecs are easier to conceal effectively in most situations.

[Autolycus]

Why can't you obtain a CCW permit?

If you have time, I would start shooting and figure out what you like. Then I would get some custom gunleather made so that when you are able it will be good to go.

[AL9426]

I can't get a CCW permit because im only 19 and in kentucky you have to be 21. But no, i don't have a criminal record or anything. HA!

[RedLion]

Get whatever gun you can afford to buy, practice, and conceal. The revolver/ semi auto debate is still up in the air, but just ask yourself how many rounds you expect to fire when you get in trouble. Personally i would not expect to fire more than five. Just get a gun that is accurate, reliable(which almost all are, it ammo you gotta worry about) and allows you to take follow up shots if you need them.

I don't own any handguns because i am 18 :( I am just telling you what i have heard after asking the same type of question.

[Mastery]

This is easy. Go to a gun shop that has rental guns, and start shooting them to see what you like. I'm partial to Glocks, but many people aren't. What works for one person doesn't work for another. Try some different manufacturers and models out. Asking somebody online what you should get to CCW is like asking somebody if broccoli tastes good...you'll get all kinds of answers, but the only thing that matters is what you think of it.

[lance22]

Welcome!

+1 on the suggestion of renting - nothing better than "try before you buy". Also think about this Colorado shooting deal, and the Mall Shooting. If you are in a scenario where you have to take down a guy with a AK - what would you want to be carrying? How many rounds would you want in your gun? Mull it over in your mind and it'll help you. The old saying is "as much firepower as you can reasonably conceal".

Check out the S&W M&P Series or the Glock 23 ... both are very promising.

Shoot safe and good luck!

[stalkingbear]

A 5 shot .357 snubbie is the world's best allround ccw for both sexes.:D

[AZ Husker]

Many shops with a range will let you test drive before you buy. Just let them know you're serious. You'll have to buy the ammo of course. This old-timers advise is pick out a 1911 that you're comfortable with. Slim and deadly!

[Aguila Blanca]

Now, I was thinking about getting a revolver possible made by Traditions, would this be a good choice or would you suggest a Glock or Ruger.
Huh?

Traditions makes (actually, "sells" -- they're made in Italy by Pietta, I think) black powder revolvers. Probably not a top choice for CCW. Ruger makes both revolvers and semi-autos. Which type of handgun do you prefer? Glock only makes semi-autos. They're ugly, blocky, usually work, and somewhat prone to negligent discharges due to the lack of any safety mechanism, couple with the fact you must pull the trigger to field strip the pistol.

Personally, I think you should be looking at a small-ish S&W revolver, or a small semi-auto like a Bersa or a Kel-Tec.

[Linda]

A 5 shot .357 snubbie is the world's best allround ccw for both sexes.

That was a joke, right?:confused:

The ONLY positive a snubbie has going for it is that it is small enough to drop in your pocket. Beyond that, they are very difficult to get a good grip on, especially someone with big hands. They have a very long, hard trigger pull that a lot of women can't pull, and they just plain aren't enjoyable to shoot. And if you don't like shooting it, you sure as heck won't practice with it!

:banghead:

[massglockman]

i like the glocks for beginers only because they are easy to learn on and a great all around gun

[AZ Husker]

Linda...
As a father of two daughters, both who have their CCW's, I love your signature line!
Tracy

[stalkingbear]

Linda-it wasn't a joke. A good revolver has or can be made to have an excellent 6-7lb da trigger pull-under high stress won't be noticed. You don't have a strong spring to overcome to "rack" the slide,won't have to worry if "1s in the tube",is it on safety,is it decocked,is mag in it? What you will have however is a reliable handgun you simply have to draw and pull trigger! I look forward to this debate as I have trained hundreds of people for ccw,and a lot of them choose revolvers over semiautos due to being lots simpler and easier to operate.

[AZ Husker]

I believe that revolvers are the best choice for folks that don't want to practice their skills. Easy to learn and qualify with, then forget them until the next time they have to qualify. There is a reason that so many advanced schools require a heavy semi auto to attend. Of course, there's the issue of the HUGE wheel to try to conceal...

[mgregg85]

If your thinking about a plastic gun, try the springfield armory XD. Many find them superior to the vaunted glock in many ways.

[AL9426]

traditions has a big selection and they're pretty cheap.
but i like that s&w has a good selection of small-easy to conceal guns.
what caliber do you guys suggest.
and thanks for all the replys you guys have been great.

[stevereno1]

A .38 snubbie is a great carry gun. In a self-defense situation, you will be within 7 yards most of the time. Also, if in a true defense situation, you will probably forget to look at the sights, grip the pistol correctly, aim for center mass, etc... push the snubbie at the bad man press, press, press, press, press, and run for cover.

[stevereno1]

I am thinking of carrying the g-17 for shopping in the mall this year. I can hit really well at 25 yards with it.

[ArchAngelCD]

AL9426,
Over the next 2 years save as much money as you can, shoot as many handguns as you can and learn how to reload. If you do all of that when the time comes you will have the money to buy whatever you decide is the best handgun for YOU and you will know which one to buy because you had shot so many. The last part (reloading) is so you can shoot as much as you want because ammo is getting very expensive with no end in sight.

Good luck and have fun testing all those handguns over the next 2 years...