Now that you have the ability to defend yourself, do your best never to need to draw that weapon. Robert Heinlein said “An armed society is a polite society.” If you realize that an interaction gone awry could lead to the use of a gun, you are more likely to hold back that biting comment when someone cuts in line or takes too long to prepare your order. The most important part of situational awareness is prevention. If you don’t feel safe, leave. If you can’t leave, behave in a mild but assertive manner.
Tag: Concealed Carry
Where to Carry a Concealed Weapon in South Carolina
Now that you have decided you would like to try concealed carry, find out about the gun laws in your state. Laws vary from the Constitutional Carry of Vermont, where the Constitution is your permit, to the extreme restrictions of California and New York.
What Size Gun Do I need? With Photos
Once you make the decision to carry a concealed weapon, size becomes an issue, especially for the petite among us. If you like revolvers, consider a .38 special such as the Kimber K6S, with a 2 inch barrel and a capacity of 6 rounds. Weight becomes an issue at this level, and the Kimber weighs in at a moderate 23 ounces. The Ruger LCR .38 Special +P is only 13.5 ounces with a 1.87 inch barrel, improving comfort of carry but also increasing the velocity of the kickback. Its cylinder holds five rounds. The extra powder in the +P model increases the velocity of the round as it exits, giving it more stopping power but increasing the kick that you feel in your hand.