How much does it cost to carry?

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I quit reading after the first few posts at the high cost you guys had.

My cost of Concealed Carry?

Star Firestar 9mm = $250
Indiana Permit(before lifetime carry) = $25
My first 100 rounds of ammo = $12 or so
First holster = $20

Total Cost = $307


Yeah yeah yeah.....I need to take a class. Had a permit and owned guns for almost 4 years and never taken a class. So please, don't lecture me......wait, I doubt anybody will read this far....I remember how little people read into posts.
 
S&W 908 $450
Holster $25
Permit Class $75
Permit fee $115
50 rounds ammo $15
TOTAL $680

ADD ONS since CCW class
SW1911SC $750
Holster $35
3 wilson mags $75
Tact 1 class $125
500 rounds ammo $60 (used 9mm for class)
Misc holsters/ammo $200
TOTAL $1245

WOW I never knew I spent so much just to carry a gun.
 
Deuce, not that it really matters, but that was 4 significant figures. But I hate chem math.
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the 0 in 10 is to the left of the decimal...it does not count. Only 0's to the right of the decimal count.
 
$90 CCW license -about 10 shots fired in class (I was given an immediate pass, some others stayed after class for coaching and more rounds fired)
$300 S&W 642
$20 pocket holster
$40 2 boxes of Speer Gold Dots
$7 Two Bianchi Speed Strips

$457 all together

I agree with Ifishsum. The gun should not be counted. Cause I would have it anyway and how could you carry a gun if you do not have one?
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Sorry, can you REALLY count the cost of your Glock, or even the holster in this, or did you buy them SPICIFICALLY for carry use only?
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What good is a CCL without a gun, holster and ammo? :confused:

My 642 (or my $500 Colt CCO), the holster and the ammo would not have been bought if I didn't get a CCL.

Also consider someone who is not presently a gun owner (or only has rifles or guns unsuitable for self defense) and decides they now want to protect themselves and family due to some previously unconsidered threat.
 
Cost of CCW-Zero. Don't need one. No training or classes. I feel the cost of gun shouldn't be included. My most carried handgun Mod 60 Smith $150.00 used and a $40.00 pocket holster. I see it as Zero cost. Essex
 
2006, Michigan, Costs incurred by me to obtain CCW

At the time of course i used my 686 and firearm cost incurred was zero... other than the 150 rounds i put together to take with me...

1. Required CCW course - $135 (varies by location, etc)
2. Reloads for class - $5
3. Application submission (includes fingerprinting) - $105
4. Passport photos - $11

total, right around $250 bucks... good for 5 years

but of course it gave me a reason to obtain a new firearm ;) so...

1. S&W 60-14 - used - $399

included - 1 20 ct box of 357 speer gold dots ($20 in value)
included - 1 softside gun case ($15 value)
Traded in the Ruger Blackhawk (w/ Bisley conversionn)- ($240)

2. Galco IWB holster - $62
3. 400 rounds of reloads thus far for practice - approx $12
4. Wolff spring kit - 7.50
5. Packmyr compact grips - $20
6. hour or so of my time one evening to clean up the trigger,hammer and rebounds slide - $????

God help me when my C&R arrives....
 
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1,500?! You lucky bum! We only got to buy and fire 500 rounds! I got ripped-off!

My costs are somewhat misleading because I owned most everything I needed. I needed to pay the class, the fee and the bullets.

Kimber 1911: $0.00 ( Already owned it)
spare mags: $0.00 (Already owned them)
holster: $0.00 (Already owned it)
magazine holders: $0.00 (Already owned them)
Ammunition for the class: $170.00
Application: $105.00
Course: 150.00
Total: $425.00
 
What good is a CCL without a gun, holster and ammo?

My 642 (or my $500 Colt CCO), the holster and the ammo would not have been bought if I didn't get a CCL.

Also consider someone who is not presently a gun owner (or only has rifles or guns unsuitable for self defense) and decides they now want to protect themselves and family due to some previously unconsidered threat.
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That's just looking for things to add, unless you specifically bought the stuff for ccw. If you want to go that way, you might as well start adding in the cost of your car and gas, the clothes you wear, etc because what good is a concealed carry permit if you don't have a way to get outside to carry? There's a lot of little things that can be added to the side, but IMO the best way is not to count the gun and such. Just the license and/or class fees needed. I"d think that fits better as the cost of gun ownership, rather than the cost of carrying.
 
I guess I'll divide this into two sections, one for costs, and one for equip, current pkg only, or this will take all night.

Costs:
Required CCW class: $125
200 rds WWB .38 Spl, for quals: $26
Permit application/fee: $35
Subtotal: $186

Equip:
Springfield Armory Defender: $450
Don Hume pancake holster: $45
Assorted extra mags: $72
Kel-Tec P32: $220
Pocket holster $45
Clothing to dress around the gun: $150
Subtotal: $982

Total: $1168

That's not counting the phenomenal amount of ammo expended, or other carry guns and rigs that I've used in the past.

~~~Mat
 
SiG P239 $820
Class $150
Ammo for class $20
Application $100
Holster $75
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Total $1,165

This really puts it all into perspective. It stings a lot less when you spend a little here and a little there. Regardless of the cost though, it is totally worth it.
 
Replica Remington revolver.......$199
Powder................................$10.99
Lead...................................$7.99
Caps...................................$4.25
.........................................$222.23

Knowing I don't need a permit to conceal such a weapon in OR......priceless. :neener:
 
already had the pistol
$50 for the permit that arrived 3 weeks from the day i applied
whatever the cost...was well worth it...

uh...have spent way too much since(is that possible?):evil:

JL- I travel as well-more time away from home than at home..FL permit or UT permit for you? If not, look ito one.
 
The Original post was intended to explore the costs assuming someone had nothing to begin with. I had several guns, but none were suitable for concealed carry. In Texas, you can rent a gun for qualification, and obtain your CHL without owning a weapon, but I hardly see the point. Thus the inclusion of the gun.

Interesting thread. In spite of the fact that the question obviously irritated some and prompted the inclusion of their homes, cars, first born child, etc. And others made valiant attempts to show very minimal costs or no costs, the fact is that for most of us that live in the real world concealed carry is not an inexpensive proposition.

I believe that many folks would kind of like to get their CHL, but roll in the expense, the hassle of the application process (especially if you have ever been arrested or have any thing at all on your record) is just far more than most people are willing to go through. Obviously, most of us that have gone through the process and expense are pretty dedicated to the idea.
 
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I know a lot of people who haven't done it for financial reasons, and they already own a suitable gun.

Then they look at a comfortable $60+ holster, $35+ belt, a $125 class, and $125+ (can't remember exactly) application fee and they see a bunch of ammo they could be buying for more range time.

Granted, these are people with money, they just see better ways to spend it. I feel a lot worse for the people who don't have the money to spare at all.

I liked it more in Virginia, where the class was free (no specific class, you just had to take an NRA basic pistol class or some safety course at your local range) and the fee was $49. Plus they had open carry.
 
I believe that many folks would kind of like to get their CHL, but roll in the expense, the hassle of the application process (especially if you have ever been arrested or have any thing at all on your record) is just far more than most people are willing to go through.
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That may be true.

But you fudged your point when you included the TacPro class in the mix, since that's YOUR value judgement and not the thought process of most folks who're evaluating getting a CHL. I also dispute including the cost of the weapon itself in your calculations, since getting a weapon and getting a CHL really are orthogonal concepts.

I have no doubt that the financial bar is higher than some can abide, and that's a damn shame. But I don't see the costs of getting the CHL itself (e.g. acquiring the license to legally carry a weapon in a concealed manner) as all that high; certainly less than $400 in TX when you combine all mandatory expenses and fees with the cost of a decent holster.

Most folks spend more than that on a car payment each month.

know a lot of people who haven't done it for financial reasons, and they already own a suitable gun.

Then they look at a comfortable $60+ holster, $35+ belt, a $125 class, and $125+ (can't remember exactly) application fee and they see a bunch of ammo they could be buying for more range time.

Granted, these are people with money, they just see better ways to spend it. I feel a lot worse for the people who don't have the money to spare at all.
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If spending $400 to extend the ability to defend yourself anywhere you go isn't in your value structure, it just isn't. Making it incrementally less expensive isn't likely to change that, I suspect.
 
I needed to pay only for the photos, the biometrics (prints), the application & fingerprint processing fees - and mailing.

Old 1911A1:.......................... $ 0.00 ( Already owned it)
Old spare mags:.. .................. $ 0.00 (Already owned them)
IW holster: didn't need, but..... $ 0.00 (Already owned it / new-never used)
mag. pouch: didn't need, but.... $ 0.00 (Already owned it / new-never used)
Course:................................ $ 0.00 (courtesy of U.S.M.C.)
Biometrics............................. $39.00
Passport photos..................... $ 8.00
Application (total):. ............... $117.00
Notarization.......................... $ 0.00
Postal Money Order................ $ 0.90
Postage (Including certified Mail) $ 3.10

....................................Total: $168.00

Note: if 2A were truly "in force" as a right, not a privilege, I would have saved myself some money... but, I guess there is a logic to keeping the BGs from getting guns... right - without their CCWs, I'm sure none of them carry.
 
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About $100.00 each for my wife and I. I forget exactly. I don't count the costs of guns, ammo, holsters, and so on, because I was going to buy them anyway. As a matter of fact I've bought four or five guns since I got my CHP. Should I count all of them?
 
Cost of application: $23
Cost of pistol; (SW99): $425
Cost of leatherl OWB holster: $50
Cost of two extra magazines: $40
Cost of 40 rounds of .40S&W JHP: $32

Grand Total: $570

The only reason I included the gun, holster and mags is because if I didn't carry concealed, I'd be a rifle-only guy.
 
I'm still in the process of getting mine, but here is the approximate total so far:

$ 300 Bersa Thunder .380 CC
$ 25 Pocket Holster
$ 50 IWB Holster
$ 40 Extra Magazine
$ 25 Gun cleaning kit
$ 45 NRA class for CCW License requirements
$ 117 Application and Fingerprint fees
$ 7 Passport Photo

$609 Total

Of course, this does not include the cost of ammo and targets for all the time I spent at the range gaining sufficient proficiency to carry. That would probably add another $100 or so. If you include the cost of my Walther P22 and .22LR ammo, that number goes up to more like $500.
 
But you fudged your point when you included the TacPro class in the mix, since that's YOUR value judgement and not the thought process of most folks who're evaluating getting a CHL.
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OK, given that, the total would still be $1022.69. It's still a big chunk for a lot people. You are absolutely right, it is my opinion that if you do not already have some professional training (military, or whatever), then you should get some. Without it you may do yourself more harm than good. I consider it "the cost of doing business", if you will. I always point this out to the folks that I talk to about CHL. I am not trying to discourage anyone, quite the opposite, but would anyone deny that it is a HUGE responsibility?

Most of us operate on our own value judgements, and not the thought process of the masses. Well, on second thought maybe it is not MOST of us, but it is the course I follow.
 
guess the way i look at it... with a lot of distain, btw... is that it cost me $250 to "prove" that i am one of the "good guys" to big brother government and the rest of the populous and therefore i can now carry out my God given right "legally".
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