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If you are curious how long it takes to receive Utahs concealed firearms permit This website tells you what date Utah is processing for their concealed firearms permit, for both residents and non-residents http://bci.utah.gov/ This is for how long it takes once they receive the application...

Does anyone here have a loaded gun that is near you while you sleep? I have a Springfield XD that is cocked and ready that I put in the XD holster at about where my waistline is underneath my covers, and of course the muzzle points away from myself and roommate. The XD holster makes it so I...

Is Federal Hydra-Shok a good for use in self-defense? When I first picked up my handgun from the transfer dealer, he showed me Federal Hydra-Shok and Speer Gold Dot. He recommended the Hydra-Shok, which is the one I bought as my non-practice personal defense ammo. My handgun uses 9 mm. Is...

Is Federal Hydra-Shok a good strategy and tactic to use in self-defense? When I first picked up my handgun from the transfer dealer, he showed me Federal Hydra-Shok and Speer Gold Dot. He recommended the Hydra-Shok, which is the one I bought as my non-practice personal defense ammo. Is...

I am looking into getting a holster for a Springfield XD-9. What is a good holster for concealed carry? What conceals well, but can be used quickly? What protects the trigger guard area well? I am planning on carrying chambered and cocked. I was looking at some nice leather holsters. Do...

I am possibly thinking about taking a firearms tactical course. For the course, you are supposed to bring 1,000 rounds to class, along with three magazines. My firearm uses 9mm Luger. Anyone know if you can get ammunition in bulk for cheaper? At Walmart, 100 rounds is $15, that could add up...

I live in Utah. When I get a permit, it is legal to carry anywhere but airports, federal buildings, and places that it's posted. It is even legal in Utah to carry in schools and bars, although it is not recommended to carry in bars because it is illegal to be drunk and in possession of a...

I was asked if I had a gun after I donated plasma. I just thought I would share this with you, although it happened a few months ago. I am a college student and I donate plasma twice a week as a part-time side job. I do not have a carry permit yet, but am in the process of applying. I had my...

I was doing some research online about the Springfield XD torture test, references are http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Springfield_XD and http://springfield-armory.primediaoutdoors.com/SPstory11.html One so-called Torture Test was conducted in which an XD-9 was run over with a truck, frozen in...

Some of you sound surprised by this post. How this conversation with these people actually happened is I was talking with one of my roommates, I have 5 of them, about my new XD handgun I just bought and how I was wanting to get a concealed firearms permit. I also mentioned to the roommate that...

My roommate also told me that there is no reason to have a gun cocked with a round in the chamber unless you are about ready to fire it. I explained that you want to have it ready in case of danger. His response was that more people shoot themselves in the leg than save their lives from criminals.

Why I brought all this up Some of you sound irritated by this post. How this conversation with these people actually happened is I was talking with one of my roommates, I have 5 of them, about my new XD handgun I just bought and how I was wanting to get a concealed firearms permit. I also...

For example, a Springfield XD

The other day I heard two people debating about whether or not handguns should be carried cocked or uncocked when using them for concealed carry. One person said that it is too dangerous to carry a firearm cocked with a round in the chamber, because it could go off. This person said that if...

Hi, I have a question for any of you who are knowledgeable about Springfield XDs. As far as using them for concealed carry, are they designed/meant to be carried cocked with a round in the chamber or uncocked without a round in the chamber?