Heavy Hitter Carry Guns

[cal44mag]

This is the heaviest hitter listed on my carry license.

Model 60 in 357 Magnum

 

[Zaydok Allen]

Need a Holster for this one yet.
View media item 360Cuz it's required.
View media item 359Ignore the runt on the left. She photo bombed her bigger siblings.
View media item 311And Yes, for large critter country, I carry this. It requires the use of suspenders.
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[Varminterror]

This is just a fun Show & Tell thread for big guns that are rarely discussed as being carried for self-defense.

I think my point was missed - you've asserted the Glock 17 as a heavy hitter, but the G19 not qualifying... Just silly... 4.49" barrel length vs. 4.01", and 17rnds of 9mm vs. 15... None of the splitting hairs between these don't matter...

A 9mm isn't a heavy hitter among a class of 40's, 41's, 44's, and 45's... It's sufficient for its task, but that wasn't the point here, right? I carried a G17 for several years too, never felt any more heavily armed than I do carrying a G19. When I carry a Springfield Micro Compact 45acp, I have a 'heavier hitter' than a G17, even though one is full sized and one is a subcompact. I see in this thread short barrels, SP101's, a G19, an LC9, S&W 60 & 19's, 9mm's and 357's... The bar is pretty low for "heavy hitters"...

I'm all for a thread about "big guns," but one which includes 357mag and 9mm isn't that, in my experience.

 

[BSA1]

I think my point was missed - you've asserted the Glock 17 as a heavy hitter, but the G19 not qualifying... Just silly... 4.49" barrel length vs. 4.01", and 17rnds of 9mm vs. 15... None of the splitting hairs between these don't matter...

No you missed the point. I defined a heavy hitter as being "Full-Size." Glock advertises the Model 17 as a Full-Size model and the Model 19 as a Compact one. As I previously commented it gets confusing when it comes to how manufacturers define the size of their semi-autos.

A 9mm isn't a heavy hitter among a class of 40's, 41's, 44's, and 45's... It's sufficient for its task, but that wasn't the point here, right?

Come on. Lighten up. You are taking this way, way too seriously. It is just a fun topic to show off your big guns. I allowed paul105 Ruger Alaskan to be included even though it does not have a 4" barrel because the gun is large, it weighs a lot and it shoots a large, very heavy bullet.

I see in this thread short barrels, SP101's, a G19, an LC9, S&W 60 & 19's, 9mm's and 357's... The bar is pretty low for "heavy hitters"...

I am not a Moderator so I have no control what replies and pictures other THR members post.

I'm all for a thread about "big guns," but one which includes 357mag and 9mm isn't that, in my experience.

Hummm ok. Start your own picture topic and I will join in. In the meantime let this just be a fun thread.

 

[Vern Humphrey]

Hmmmm . . . I would define a "heavy hitter" as an exceptionally powerful gun.

 

[BSA1]

Back to having picture fun;

My pair of 45 Colt Ruger Vaqueros. One stands duty on the bedpost in our bedroom loaded with six rounds of Winchester Silvertips.

 

[bannockburn]

BSA1

Love the stag grips on the one on the left! Thinking about getting a pair of them for my Beretta Stampede.

 

[Armybrat]

This one I carry (6+1)

This is in my bedside table (10+1)

 

[Old Dog]

My most-carried .45 ACP pistol, SIG P-227-Carry -- packed in a Kramer Belt Scabbard (OWB pancake in horsehide). 'Cause I love SIGs and this specimen is as accurate and reliable as every SIG I've ever owned.

 

[Old Dog]

Second-most carried .45 is my ol' war-horse SA TRP (even though I've got a couple other 1911s considered more top-tier or semi-custom) ... usually packed in a Galco Concealable or Safariland ALS paddle during the winter months. I used to carry exclusively Commander-length 1911s (Colt's LW Commander XSE, Kimber CDP Pro, etc.) but I found the 5" barrel conceals just about as well for me. Totally love this gun because it's an amazing tackdriver and I also kinda like that aggressive front-strap checkering ...

 

[BSA1]

Old Dog,

Your TRP 1911 looks like it is ready for some serious business. The VZ grips really adds to it.

 

[BSA1]

When Arkansas goes open carry, I'll carry my Colt New Service in .45 Colt -- the biggest cartridge revolver Colt ever made.

I showed you my 45 Colts now it is your turn to show us yours.

 

[Sig Bill]

My EDC - G29 with 14 rounds of 9x25 Dillon

adult image upload

 

[BSA1]

Sig Bill,

Nice gun but wrong thread. While the 9x25 is certainly a hot cartridge the topic is about full size handguns suitable for carrying for self-defense.

 

[Sig Bill]

Full size? Who carry full size ??

 

[BSA1]

Dat's why we're posting pitchers.

 

[Sig Bill]

You know how to tell someone's carrying a full size?

He's limping and out of breath.

 

[Hanshi]

Since this is for carry guns they must be easily portable and concealed.

Combat Commander .45.

Custom .38sup.

M65 .357.

Kimber Ultra Carry .45,
Browning High Power 9mm.

Custom worked 1911 .45.

 

[Armored farmer]

I carried this one today, partially because of this thread.

I'm not sure it will pass inspection since it's compact.....?

3.5 inch 1911 .45acp

 

[browningguy]

I have some heavy hitters:

Sig X6 - 9mm

EAA Witness Elite Match (a pair of them in .40)

Springfield 1911 SC - .45

Springfield XDM 5.25 - 9mm (also an XD Tactical 9mm)

Browning HP's - .40

Browning HP Competition - 9mm

CZ 70b - 9mm

To be honest I rarely carry any of them. The most likely pistol I'll be wearing is a Walther PPS, a mini 9mm as it were. Second most common is a S&W Bodyguard .380. When going on a long road trip I will pack either the pair of Witness Elites or the Springfield 9 mm's. When I'm going to a fancy dress Barbeque it's the CZ75b, S&W 1911sc, or the Sig X6. When going to a formal dinner in tux I often pack my Beretta 21 or Baby Browning in .25 ACP because they fit comfortably in the little holster pouch my wife sewed in the cummerbund.

I've probably been in as many gunfights as a civilian as the majority posting here. None. I've been on this planet for 62 years, and lived in the 4th largest city in America for the last 21. I've traveled extensively through South Africa, Mozambique, most of Europe, Singapore, Hong Kong, Bataam Island, Korea, and never had to pull a gun out. So I don't feel under-gunned no matter what I am carrying, because many of the places I've worked don't allow you to carry anything at all.

 

[1976B.L.Johns.]

Yeah, I carry a Heavy Hitter, most of the Winter... Easy to conceal because of extra clothing. An old 3 screw Ruger Super Blackhawk in .44 Rem. Mag. Gotta luv it! Tried to post a picture but there was too much glare from worn bluing! HaHaHaHaHa......

 

[BSA1]

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I carried this one today, partially because of this thread.

I'm not sure it will pass inspection since it's compact.....?

3.5 inch 1911 .45acp

Armored farmer,

You're welcome.

I give you honorable mention since I have a positive influence on you choosing to carry a big bore.

 

[BSA1]

I have some heavy hitters:

Decisions, decisions, decisions.

 

[Zaydok Allen]

I have some heavy hitters:

Springfield 1911 SC - .45

You labeled your S&W a Springfield by mistake man.

 

[Fleetman]

I carry what I trust.....the 380 is always with me and depends on my dress, either the 9 or 45. If I feel the need for more then it will usually be an AK-pistol, full size AR, or the ol' reliable MAG-10. ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ