I think most people tend to be guilty of overestimating their own abilities - whether it’s shooting, sports, physical activity…whatever. The problem is that overestimating your basketball skills probably won’t leave someone else dead.
If your actual shooting skills are still sharp (which the M&P outing seems to show), then you are probably “safe” to carry. There are mechanics that you probably need to refresh, like drawing. There is also a mindset that you probably need to reinstall, since you haven’t carried in two years. It’s not about knowing what to do - but remembering that tool is back in the drawer.
You may not be as fast as you once were, but it sounds like you will be safe - which is critical. You can work on improving your proficiency with live and dry fire practice…but at least you’ll have a fighting chance in the mean time if something goes south.
If your actual shooting skills are still sharp (which the M&P outing seems to show), then you are probably “safe” to carry. There are mechanics that you probably need to refresh, like drawing. There is also a mindset that you probably need to reinstall, since you haven’t carried in two years. It’s not about knowing what to do - but remembering that tool is back in the drawer.
You may not be as fast as you once were, but it sounds like you will be safe - which is critical. You can work on improving your proficiency with live and dry fire practice…but at least you’ll have a fighting chance in the mean time if something goes south.
