getting my LTC/A

kamaqazi · 03-07-2012, 08:27 AM

Getting my LTC/A looking for someting to carry relativly small but something with some stopping power i was thinking sig p220 any thoughts?

cowmoo32 · 03-07-2012, 08:30 AM

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/forumdisplay.php?f=102

SPDSKTR · 03-07-2012, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by kamaqazi

Getting my LTC/A looking for someting to carry relativly small but something with some stopping power i was thinking sig p220 any thoughts?

JonJon · 03-07-2012, 08:47 AM

Springfield XD for me

Asking that question is like asking a stranger what type of condom they should wear/buy. You have to try a bunch and see what feels good in your hand yourself

speedcrazy1532 · 03-07-2012, 09:24 AM

Ghostie · 03-07-2012, 09:51 AM

Read this thread all the way through, post any questions you have in there afterwards. http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=811082

SPDSKTR · 03-07-2012, 10:26 AM

I change my answer. This is what I EDC.

I paid $400 for it (slightly used) and it has never jammed.

david05111 · 03-07-2012, 10:42 AM

Glock 29

Reedo302 · 03-07-2012, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Ghostie

Read this thread all the way through, post any questions you have in there afterwards. http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=811082

This.

deadpass · 03-07-2012, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by JonJon

Springfield XD for me

I carry one of these in the cooler months.

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Originally Posted by speedcrazy1532

and one of these when it's warmer out.

SPDSKTR · 03-08-2012, 08:23 AM

I carry this under my jacket...

Okay... legitimate post time.

For a good, easy to use concealed carry firearm, a .38 J-frame revolver is always the first one that comes to mind. Pull, point, shoot. It's small, light, easy to carry, and easy to conceal. However, it's going to jump like a sunuvabitch. For automatics, a Walther PK380, Ruger LC9, and Kahr P9 or PM9. The .380 is not my first choice, but I've heard from many people it's a very easy to manage gun. Less powder than a 9mm, but still has an identical bullet diameter. The 9mm is a highly suggested cartridge, though. Higher velocity, varieties of bullet types, deeper penetration, and more impact force. The 9mm is also relatively cheap to shoot and easy to manage with proper shooting technique.

Reedo302 · 03-08-2012, 12:06 PM

I think the 9mm is the ideal cartridge for carrying as well. You have a wide range of bullet weights and types to tailor your load to your needs. .380 is not as ideal, and more of a "light carry" option for something to have in the pocket or for a backup gun.

SPDSKTR · 03-08-2012, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Reedo302

I think the 9mm is the ideal cartridge for carrying as well. You have a wide range of bullet weights and types to tailor your load to your needs. .380 is not as ideal, and more of a "light carry" option for something to have in the pocket or for a backup gun.

No. .45 ACP.

Srsly... listen to Reedo. 9mm is the way to go for a good, balanced round.

Reedo302 · 03-08-2012, 12:44 PM

speedcrazy1532 · 03-08-2012, 01:37 PM

SPDSKTR · 03-08-2012, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Reedo302

brew · 03-08-2012, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reedo302

I think the 9mm is the ideal cartridge for carrying as well. You have a wide range of bullet weights and types to tailor your load to your needs. .380 is not as ideal, and more of a "light carry" option for something to have in the pocket or for a backup gun.

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Originally Posted by SPDSKTR

No. .45 ACP.

But which one has the best stopping power?

SPDSKTR · 03-08-2012, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by brew

But which one has the best stopping power?

If you quote my ".45 ACP" post and look at the very last line, you'll know I was just egging Reedo on.

The 9mm is the most "general purpose" carry round. "Stopping power" is one of those mythical things. There are cases where guys got hit with one 9mm bullet and died and there are cases where some have been hit with three .45 ACP's and lived. Shot placement makes a big difference. Wound channels and impact force are a bonus.

brew · 03-08-2012, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SPDSKTR

If you quote my ".45 ACP" post and look at the very last line, you'll know I was just egging Reedo on.

The 9mm is the most "general purpose" carry round. "Stopping power" is one of those mythical things. There are cases where guys got hit with one 9mm bullet and died and there are cases where some have been hit with three .45 ACP's and lived. Shot placement makes a big difference. Wound channels and impact force are a bonus.

I was just trying to egg Reedo on, too.

SPDSKTR · 03-08-2012, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by brew

I was just trying to egg Reedo on, too.

Oh. Derp.

Sent from the Bamavarian Nexus.

03-07-2012, 08:27 AM	#1
kamaqazi Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: MA Posts: 1,045 My Ride: 00 328i View My Garage	getting my LTC/A Getting my LTC/A looking for someting to carry relativly small but something with some stopping power i was thinking sig p220 any thoughts? __________________

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03-07-2012, 08:47 AM	#4
JonJon Tinfoilhatatarian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: One of the most evil states ever to exist Posts: 3,385 My Ride: . View My Garage	Springfield XD for me Asking that question is like asking a stranger what type of condom they should wear/buy. You have to try a bunch and see what feels good in your hand yourself __________________ Malo periculosam libertatem quam quietum servitium

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03-07-2012, 10:26 AM	#7
SPDSKTR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Birmingham, AL, USA Posts: 2,075 My Ride: Needs a'fixin'! View My Garage	I change my answer. This is what I EDC. I paid $400 for it (slightly used) and it has never jammed. __________________ 330i/Ci Bang for the Buck Horsepower Guide Want 5% off any BimmerBrakes.com purchase? PM me for details!

03-07-2012, 09:51 AM	#6
Ghostie Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Here Posts: 513 My Ride: What else? View My Garage	Read this thread all the way through, post any questions you have in there afterwards. http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=811082

03-07-2012, 10:42 AM	#8
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03-08-2012, 08:23 AM	#11
SPDSKTR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Birmingham, AL, USA Posts: 2,075 My Ride: Needs a'fixin'! View My Garage	I carry this under my jacket... Okay... legitimate post time. For a good, easy to use concealed carry firearm, a .38 J-frame revolver is always the first one that comes to mind. Pull, point, shoot. It's small, light, easy to carry, and easy to conceal. However, it's going to jump like a sunuvabitch. For automatics, a Walther PK380, Ruger LC9, and Kahr P9 or PM9. The .380 is not my first choice, but I've heard from many people it's a very easy to manage gun. Less powder than a 9mm, but still has an identical bullet diameter. The 9mm is a highly suggested cartridge, though. Higher velocity, varieties of bullet types, deeper penetration, and more impact force. The 9mm is also relatively cheap to shoot and easy to manage with proper shooting technique. __________________ 330i/Ci Bang for the Buck Horsepower Guide Want 5% off any BimmerBrakes.com purchase? PM me for details!

03-08-2012, 12:06 PM	#12
Reedo302 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 7,364 My Ride: F30 328i M Sport View My Garage	I think the 9mm is the ideal cartridge for carrying as well. You have a wide range of bullet weights and types to tailor your load to your needs. .380 is not as ideal, and more of a "light carry" option for something to have in the pocket or for a backup gun. __________________ AR15/AR10 Armorer/Advanced Armorer Glock Armorer Gunfighter Training YouTube Channel

03-08-2012, 12:44 PM	#14
Reedo302 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 7,364 My Ride: F30 328i M Sport View My Garage	__________________ AR15/AR10 Armorer/Advanced Armorer Glock Armorer Gunfighter Training YouTube Channel

03-08-2012, 01:37 PM	#15
speedcrazy1532 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 723 My Ride: is over View My Garage	__________________ -Phil

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