rick458
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My Wife is a big Commander fan in .45 acp "cause If I shoot somebody I want to leave a big hole"
what is the best carry gun for females??
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Trisha
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YMMV...
Let's start here:
http://www.armedfemalesofamerica.com/archive.php?aid=668
I'm an enthusiastic advocate of seeing girls get into martial arts as an integral part of developing the mental and physical reality inherent in defensive firearms training. Along with the comprehensive physical conditioning and flexibility comes actual sparring with strict supervision - and that helps a girl understand what it means to get punched-kicked-slapped-grabbed (very important to learn if the girl has never known such).
In selecting a personal firearm, I'd go for ergonomics first and foremost. (see about CZ's, and the Baby Eagle in .40, and absolutely the P232, and follow her interests from there) Next - she absolutely has to like the specific gun - even if her focus doesn't align with specifics you might prioritize. (if at all possible, get her gun individualized with a little engraving - such things can be important...)
Get her her own (individualized if possible) gun leather - and don't flinch if she asks about available colors.
If martial arts training is out for whatever reason, work with her on strengthening exercises focused on her grip, wrists, elbows, shoulders, and abs - then target her legs all-out. Yoga classes, or Tai-chi are wonderful for breathing and focus. Remember, we don't get drowned in testosterone when crisis arises.
Read these essays together and discuss them:
http://www.gunowners.org/womensvoice.htm
And, when it starts getting down to caliber:
http://www.firearmstactical.com/wound.htm
And, for a concept of shoulder holsters that will really, really conceal her gun under a nice suit or light jacket when she doesn't want to carry off-the-body and a waist-carry is unfeasable, http://www.klnullholsters.com/
I have never seen enough repetition in any of my students or girlfriends' choices of favorites to say revolver or semi-auto; and I carry both. The American Derringer Model 1 is popular, though with just about everybody as an option that usually goes everywhere...
If either of you feel I may be able to provide any assistance, of course please write me, and I'll do whatever I can.
Last - get a copy of Paxton Quigley's book, "Armed and Female." I've loaned out 9 copies over the years - and they always end up getting passed from friend-to-friend, never (happily) to be seen again.
All the best!
Trisha
Let's start here:
http://www.armedfemalesofamerica.com/archive.php?aid=668
I'm an enthusiastic advocate of seeing girls get into martial arts as an integral part of developing the mental and physical reality inherent in defensive firearms training. Along with the comprehensive physical conditioning and flexibility comes actual sparring with strict supervision - and that helps a girl understand what it means to get punched-kicked-slapped-grabbed (very important to learn if the girl has never known such).
In selecting a personal firearm, I'd go for ergonomics first and foremost. (see about CZ's, and the Baby Eagle in .40, and absolutely the P232, and follow her interests from there) Next - she absolutely has to like the specific gun - even if her focus doesn't align with specifics you might prioritize. (if at all possible, get her gun individualized with a little engraving - such things can be important...)
Get her her own (individualized if possible) gun leather - and don't flinch if she asks about available colors.
If martial arts training is out for whatever reason, work with her on strengthening exercises focused on her grip, wrists, elbows, shoulders, and abs - then target her legs all-out. Yoga classes, or Tai-chi are wonderful for breathing and focus. Remember, we don't get drowned in testosterone when crisis arises.
Read these essays together and discuss them:
http://www.gunowners.org/womensvoice.htm
And, when it starts getting down to caliber:
http://www.firearmstactical.com/wound.htm
And, for a concept of shoulder holsters that will really, really conceal her gun under a nice suit or light jacket when she doesn't want to carry off-the-body and a waist-carry is unfeasable, http://www.klnullholsters.com/
I have never seen enough repetition in any of my students or girlfriends' choices of favorites to say revolver or semi-auto; and I carry both. The American Derringer Model 1 is popular, though with just about everybody as an option that usually goes everywhere...
If either of you feel I may be able to provide any assistance, of course please write me, and I'll do whatever I can.
Last - get a copy of Paxton Quigley's book, "Armed and Female." I've loaned out 9 copies over the years - and they always end up getting passed from friend-to-friend, never (happily) to be seen again.
All the best!
Trisha
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You missed the point. I didn't say women should use autos instead of revolvers (the line before I said it was personal preference between the two).
Alot of people suggest revolvers for people who are too apathetic to learn how to operate anything more complicated. My opinion is that there are good reasons to use a revolver, but that isn't one of them, because anyone that apathetic probably isn't responsible enough to be armed with a deadly weapon at all.
It certainly plays into the stereotype that women are too dingy around anything mechanical to figure out a big, bad, complicated semi-auto.
dd-b
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Silly boy. The differences between women are bigger than the differences between them and us (as regards ability to shoot a firearm, anyway!).
Issues can include comfort and familiarity with firearms, willingness to practice, hand size and strength, and concealment options. But I've got a photo somewhere of a former 4' 9" girlfriend shooting a .357 magnum (full-power loads) with glee, and I'm sure this forum has lots of women a foot shorter than me who can out-shoot me six ways from Sunday.
What would you think if somebody asked "What is the best carry gun for males?" Would it sound weird to you? Would it bother you some?
Issues can include comfort and familiarity with firearms, willingness to practice, hand size and strength, and concealment options. But I've got a photo somewhere of a former 4' 9" girlfriend shooting a .357 magnum (full-power loads) with glee, and I'm sure this forum has lots of women a foot shorter than me who can out-shoot me six ways from Sunday.
What would you think if somebody asked "What is the best carry gun for males?" Would it sound weird to you? Would it bother you some?
Safety First
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I was looking for information from those who know more about firearms than I do. Perhaps you did not read the question completely when I started the thread. Just looking for positive input from those who had something positive to suggest. Most of the answers I received were well intended as was the original question..
HeadCleaver
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The largest one they can handle and carry everyday.
HadEmAll
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Pink ones of course.
Dirt Dude
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Best Carry Gun For Females
Hello Pistoleros!
I'm new on the block, but I thought I would weigh in on the subject. I have a friend of the female persuasion that favors the Glock 36. She did a bit of shopping around and decided that the 36 felt good in her hand...and she can use it, too!
Thanks!
Hello Pistoleros!
I'm new on the block, but I thought I would weigh in on the subject. I have a friend of the female persuasion that favors the Glock 36. She did a bit of shopping around and decided that the 36 felt good in her hand...and she can use it, too!
Thanks!
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