True Pocket Carry - What really works?
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well, people have been killed by .22s, and possibly by air rifles. Hell' people have been killed by rocks and sharp sticks.
None of them would be my first (second, third, fourth...) choice.
Most people have what they consider a "reasonable minimum" caliber.
From this thread, I'd say that hovers in the .380/38spl/9mm range for most. Some say .32.
YMMV.
None of them would be my first (second, third, fourth...) choice.
Most people have what they consider a "reasonable minimum" caliber.
From this thread, I'd say that hovers in the .380/38spl/9mm range for most. Some say .32.
YMMV.
I had a KelTec .32 and when the .380's first came out I traded up and carried that for a while. Mine was accurate and reliable and, truly, nothing carries any easier. I just decided I was more comforatble with a treasury load then the best any .380 could offer me. I bought a 342 and 90%+ of the times I am carrying, that's what's in my pocket. (The other 10% +/- of the time it's a 3" 1911 IWB)
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KelTec P-32. Not one single issue for me. Other than the trigger guard rubbing my finger raw on extended range sessions. But that's not a problem with CCW. Goes bang every time, and accuracy is adequate. It resides in a Uncle Mike's #1 in front pocket or rear.
I bought my first generation P32 used from a friend of mine. It was carried much but hardly ever shot. When I received it I immediately did the fluff and buff and have not had a single problem with it after around 1k rounds.
The thing I like about the P32 is that it sits nicely in my pocket and is light enough that I forget it is even there. When I originally went to pocket carry I started off with an aluminum framed S&W 638 J-frame in a Kramer holster. I then switched to a DeSantis Nemesis for my J-frame but more often then not I left it at home because it weighed so much. I then tried a Llama .380 (miniature 1911) but it was just as heavy and at that point decided to try the P32. I am not a big fan of the small .32 ACP but am of the thought that something is better than nothing. The P32 is not a offensive firearm and should be used for up close and personal work. I can't group my P32 worth a darn but I can sure put all rounds on target relatively fast.
I used to carry my P32 with Hollow-Point Corbon's but after reading all the discussions of rimlock and stopping power of a .32 hollow-points vs. FMJ I decided that the benefit of a .32 HP was nill and now I carry Corbon FMJ's. No feed issues whatsoever, not that I ever had them. I carry my P32 whenever I do not carrying a IWB CCW.
The thing I like about the P32 is that it sits nicely in my pocket and is light enough that I forget it is even there. When I originally went to pocket carry I started off with an aluminum framed S&W 638 J-frame in a Kramer holster. I then switched to a DeSantis Nemesis for my J-frame but more often then not I left it at home because it weighed so much. I then tried a Llama .380 (miniature 1911) but it was just as heavy and at that point decided to try the P32. I am not a big fan of the small .32 ACP but am of the thought that something is better than nothing. The P32 is not a offensive firearm and should be used for up close and personal work. I can't group my P32 worth a darn but I can sure put all rounds on target relatively fast.
I used to carry my P32 with Hollow-Point Corbon's but after reading all the discussions of rimlock and stopping power of a .32 hollow-points vs. FMJ I decided that the benefit of a .32 HP was nill and now I carry Corbon FMJ's. No feed issues whatsoever, not that I ever had them. I carry my P32 whenever I do not carrying a IWB CCW.
I pretty much live every day during the work week with a S&W 642 in a pocket holster in the front pocket of a pair of *pleated* Dockers or the thigh pocket in BDUs, and sometimes throw a MAA 22mag Mini in for good measure too.I can't do it with flat front trousers or jeans though.
I carried a P32 for a while until the hammer spring broke in my pocket and spooked me of it. I sometimes a Ber 21A, but it is not enough smaller than the j-frame to justify giving up all that power unless I am just working the yard or fishing, were a .22 might be more useful anyway.
I carried a P32 for a while until the hammer spring broke in my pocket and spooked me of it. I sometimes a Ber 21A, but it is not enough smaller than the j-frame to justify giving up all that power unless I am just working the yard or fishing, were a .22 might be more useful anyway.
Kel Tec P3AT or P32 in a pocket holster that covers the trigger (in an empty front pocket), very comfortable to carry and nearly invisible. A S&W alloy J-frame is OK 99%, just more weight and size.
340 Sc. If I didn't know I don't have that blanket, and the caption didn't say 642, I'd think fiVe broke into my place and took my 340Sc and Mika round pocket holster! The 340Sc in Mika holster is EDC in anything--jeans or black tie, and can easily be carried in pocket without a holster, and without worrying about accidental discharge as much as with a semi-auto. Also, lint gumming up the works or getting knocked out of battery isn't as much of a concern with revolver as with s/a.
The 340Sc is so light that even dressed in tux and black tie with no belt it is NOT noticeable or annoying. I know, many have a problem with recoil. But with +P and even full house .357 magnum, I find it manageable. If SHTF you probably will too.
BTW, carry a Bianchi speed strip if speedloader would bulge.
The 340Sc is so light that even dressed in tux and black tie with no belt it is NOT noticeable or annoying. I know, many have a problem with recoil. But with +P and even full house .357 magnum, I find it manageable. If SHTF you probably will too.
BTW, carry a Bianchi speed strip if speedloader would bulge.
Another vote for S&W 642 alloy wheelgun with Kramer pocket holster. Easilly fits in front pocket of jeans or baggy shorts.
All three are good choices as is the Kahr PM9 (if you can get a reliable one). It was a difficult pick and I've carried them all... The 342PD is a favorite though.
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