(Part 3) Top products from r/CCW

Go to a gun store and hold everything that matches your requirements. I found that most of the EDC guns weren't all that comfortable, especially if I squeezed hard like I might under stress. Now, I have fat fingers, so this might not apply to you. But I found that most Glocks' finger slots didn't line up well to my fingers, the Springfields had much too aggressive a grip texture (not a problem with service pistols; only the compacts/subcompacts), and the Rugers were just a bit too small. I settled on a Smith & Wesson M&P Shield in 9mm. Note that federal agencies have recently begun converting back to 9mm because they've found that there wasn't a significant difference in "stopping power" between that and .40, and that 9mm rounds are now much more reliable and accurate than they used to be. 9mm is also much less expensive to fire. (And when practicing regularly, the few dollars per box definitely adds up.) Ultimately, taking down an attacker is more about proper shot placement than it is about how many more microns thick the hole is. Learn where to place your rounds rather than worrying about how large the entry point is.

Now, my fingers still didn't all fit on the grip of the Shield, but the extended magazine solved that problem and also brought my capacity up to 8 rounds, not including one in the chamber. Mag Guts: makes kits for $23 that to replace your magazine springs, which will allow an extra round in each magazine: 7 round magazines become 8, and 8-round extended mags now hold 9 rounds: $23 per kit. You can also buy extensions for the grips (and yes, they're compatible with the extended magazine spacers as they replace the bottom plate) to make your grip even longer. The popular brand is [Pierce](http://www.pearcegrip.com/Products#Smith & Wesson) ($10-12 each), but you can buy the same thing by Fixxxer on Amazon for $7 each.

I'd recommend finishing off your EDC with some Talon Grips (make sure you also order extra pieces for any additional extended magazines and/or pierce/Fixxer grip extensions you buy), and a better set of sights. I like Big Dot sights, but unfortunately they don't do tritium on the rear sight on smaller guns like the Shield due to a lack of sufficient room for the container. (required by the DOE.) Instead, I just ordered an AmeriGlo Pro I-Dot orange/green sight that is more-or-less the same thing but with a bright orange band around the outside of the front tritium element, and a smaller rear tritium element for horizontal alignment. You might also consider an Apex replacement trigger kit if you find the trigger pull to be too strong. It will reduce this by roughly 2 lbs. I've heard the kit is great but that some folks prefer to use the stock trigger spring when installing the replacement trigger kit as it actually has slightly less resistance than the Apex.

The links I gave you are mostly specific to the Shield, but most of these type of upgrades will work on any EDC pistol.

Hope that helps!

Edited due to typos in links

I dont think I saw this recommended in here yet but sorry if it is. When I first started carrying I was too nervous about keeping one in the chamber. Thinking back now Im not sure why I was because I refused to buy a gun with a safety for carry purposes. Anyway, someone recommended me picking up a few Snap Caps to use for dry firing.

Well I decided to load my firearm with the snap cap and then do my normal activities around the home. Surprise surprise, no accidental discharges. I decided to take it a step further and did things I normally wouldnt be doing. Jumping jacks, rolling around on the ground, and anything else that could possibly make it go bang. Nothing. Worked my way up to practicing unholstering, dry firing, racking the slide and reholstering. Never had it unintentionally fire (snap cap.)

So that was it. It gave me the confidence that its never going to go bang unless you stick a finger in there and pull the trigger. Follow the safety rules and you will be good to go.

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As for comfort try out a different holster and or position. Also make sure you're using an actual gun belt. Using an actual gun belt made a world of difference for me. Also if you a skinny dude, give appendix carry a try. Check out the G-Code INCOG holster. You can check out the video from Travis Haley here: INCOG Appendix Holster Appendix carry works great for deeper concealment and is perfect for the sitting position. Also allows for extremely fast draw and reholstering. Good luck!

I noticed someone else recommend Liberty Safe, and though I'm sure they were recommending the full size options, I was browsing and noticed their pistol boxes. The Liberty biometric smart vault for handguns looks exactly like the Inprint. I've actually had decent luck with the Inprint in terms of it reading the finger print. They are definitely just a box of thin sheet metal though. I'm not sure exactly what you're looking for, but if I couldn't get a small normal gun safe, I'd consider the heaviest jewelry/document/cash style safe I could get, or maybe something like the Fort Knox pistol safe mounted somewhere.

Honestly, I've been pretty happy with the inexpensive Blade Tech Klipt I got from Amazon:

Blade-Tech Industries Klipt Ruger LC9 IWB Holster, Black, Right https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CD95BQO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_TcDBybNP4HHFT

It makes a very satisfying and reassuring "click" sound when the gun is holstered. Love it for AIWB.

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I won't push any guns on you(look at my flair if you want to know what I carry.) Do not walk into a shop and just buy a gun. Go to a range and rent guns, go with a friend that owns guns, ask everybody you can what their opinion on their guns are. If at any time someone seems emotional while bashing a brand then stop listening to them. I don't buy Glock because they don't feel right in my hand, but it is still one of the most popular guns because it is reliable. Find what works for you and then buy.

Hickok45 - He is great. He uses a wide variety of guns and ammo and he has a few episodes where he compares guns.

Legal Carry

Massad Ayoob - One of if not the best in the business. Read anything and everything you can find from him.

Shoot to Live(1/8)

Judicious use of Force(1/2)

Make the time to watch these videos and the rest in each series. These are mobile YouTube links if they don't work for you I will edit them when I get to a computer.

Lt. Col. Dave Grossman Get his books and read them.

On Combat

On Killing

Storage Where is your gun going to be when not in its holster? All of my pistols are in a safe.

Home Defense Handguns aren't the best for home defense because of the possibility of shooting friendlies and bystanders through walls. Think about shotguns for that.

Holster and Placement I have a Crossbreed Supertuck for my .45 and a Galco basic ankle holster for my .380. If you know people that own and carry you could ask them if you can try their holster/gun combo around their house(unloaded.) At ranges or shops ask what others use and why. There are multiple places you can carry a gun(shoulder, pocket, ankle, hip.) The hip has the most variety because you have your whole waist for placement as well as looking at inside the waistband(IWB) and outside the waistband(OWB.)Look them up and practice drawing from those areas. What feels more natural? Sidenote: If you carry in your pocket then buy a pocket holster. It blocks the trigger guard so nothing(pens or keys) pulls the trigger while its in your pocket.

Ammo Certain guns can shoot any brand others can not. Buy a box of each brand in the caliber you end up getting. Do some research first! Some brands straight up suck. Pick out the weeds and try what's left. While practicing use basic ball ammo. When carrying you should be using hollow points. These will add stopping power and help lessen the chance of over penetration.

Laws Look up your local laws. Learn them and memorize them. Ignorance is not an excuse and you will get charged for breaking laws. Find a local attorney that does cases involving guns(self defense or accidental discharge.) You don't need to put them on retainer but get their card so if something ever happens you can call a lawyer that knows what they are doing.

Crossbreed mini tuck Black Most comfortable, best for long carry sessions b/c hard to put holster on/off


Sticky Quick trips, Gym bag, etc. Yes it does stay put at 4 o clock if needed.

Desantis leather one clip Bridges the gap, easy to put on/off, thick

I use the Sticky 80% of the time due to its flexibility in use and my job. I don't like having it on me at work, so its at my desk and the sticky makes this easy. If i were to buy over again I would get the Sticky and Crossbreed and get a Kydex one clip instead of the Desantis. It stick out/prints and doesn't sit well all the time. Still is a good holster though.

I bought this a few weeks ago.

This is the 2-pack version which is pretty awesome since both boxes use the same key (you get 2 keys per box, 4 total).

The box is pretty damn solid and works perfectly for what I need it for (same as you.. to keep in the car).

> It's tough to measure how I'm doing without seeing where the bullet is going to fly.

Did the front sight stay on my Point of Aim? Yes, or no?

• Yes: Do this more.
  
  
• No: Try again. Move the trigger smoothly to the rear without disrupting the sight alignment or sight picture.
  
  Determine what the ratio of YES vs NO is. Perform additional perfect dry-fire repetitions; increase the ratio of YES:NO.
  
  
  
  > Any stories?
  
  I got a handgun. A dry-fired a bunch. I got a SIRT pistol. I practice a bunch with the SIRT. I got gud. I still dry-practice a bunch with the basic pistol.
  
  > What did you dislike?
  
  When I am, looking at the laser, I am not looking at the front sight.
  
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  Learn to call your shot.
  
  Can you clearly and articulately describe where the front sight was on the target at the moment of firing (and before the front sight rises upwards in recoil)? If you can't, watch the videos below and try out the drills they describe.
  
  Like Adam says, "If you can't describe it, you probably didn't see it (or focus appropriately)." If you are having problems seeing it, mix some snap caps in with your live rounds at the range (aka do the Ball and Dummy Drill).
  
  
  > Are there any drills out there to help make my groups more accurate?
  
  > More Drills:
  
  
  > Focus on the front sight
  
  > Press the trigger straight back to the rear (without moving the sights off target)
  
  > Learn to Call Your Shots
  
  > Make sure the sight doesn't move when the hammer/striker fires (you can practice this without ammo, then validate with live-fire)
  
  > * Watch the Dave Spaulding Dry-fire video (target mentioned in the video).
  
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Return your safe and get a Ft. Knox Pistol box. It has a simplex lock that you can open in the dark in a couple of seconds. I have one. Its built like a tank and super easy to use.

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Ft Knox Pistol Box

Congrats on your decision to get a G19. I think the Shield would have been just as good of a choice, but the G19 is a great choice. Some tips for the range:

• Try not to aim at the last hole you made. That is, if you're going to shoot 10 rounds at a target, shoot all 10 at the same point. Don't adjust mid-practice. Don't chase your errors. Instead, fire all 10 rounds at the same point consistently so you can learn what you're doing wrong.
  
• The same thing goes for your sight picture. Do all 10 rounds with the sights lined up the same way, over the same point of aim, every time. You can't learn what you're doing wrong if you change it up in the middle.
  
• Practicing at 5 yards and 7 yards is fine. Don't think you have to put bullseyes at 20 yards-away targets in order to be successful.
  
  Also, here are some cheap splatter targets on Amazon which are more fun to put holes in than regular paper. Have fun!

The Club LB200 Personal Vault Security Lock Box https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002WRRNFO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_50Smzb2SM092B

Pretty big, reasonably skookum. Not sure if it's big enough for your holster though, you'll have to check dimensions. Cable is long enough to lock under the back of the driver's seat (so it won't take out my ankles in a wreck) and still set it on top of the center console for access. Can fit my xds 3.3 in an aiwb holster plus some other stuff. Used it to fly commercial a couple times as well, had room for a box of ammo and magazines without the holster.

And you're absolutely right about keeping it in the holster. The less you fingerfuck your gun the better, especially when you might be in a hurry/tired/on autopilot

I wear an Aker gun belt that just looks like a high quality, classy, leather belt. I have had it for almost a year and still love it and would recommend it to anyone looking for a discrete, civvy-style carry belt.
https://www.amazon.com/Aker-Leather-Concealed-Carry-Belt/dp/B001TOLKWS/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1480528929&sr=8-15&keywords=concealed+carry+belt

I have a Fort Knox pistol box. A bit pricey, yes. But it's thick steel and has a great simplex lock for quick access. No key to lose or battery that needs replacing. It has holes on the under side for secure mounting and room for several pistols. I have an apartment and currently only own pistols, so it's perfect if you don't need or can't afford a full-size gun safe.

They're basically inert dummy rounds (usually plastic or lightweight metal with some polymer where the primer normally sits to absorb the impact of the firing pin). They have them for all the popular calibers. They're great for dry-fire practice too :)

Here are the ones I use in my 9mm: AMAZON LINK

J-clips kinda suck since they don't transfer weight to your belt.

I've used Comp-Tac C clips and they're pretty good. Minimally visible like the j clips, but they actually put the weight on your belt. Only $10.49 with free prime shipping for 2 black and 2 light brown clips.

There's a lot of them that are pretty much the same for about $30-50.

The kind that bolt down like this: http://www.cabelas.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=1314481&type=product&WT.ac=YMAL-1314481&WT.z_pg_ref=prd2261583

Or the kind with a cable like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002WRRNFO/

I just upgraded from a sub-par belt to a polymer cored belt. The difference was astonishing to say the least and I had no idea how much a good rigid belt could change the comfort level of carrying. I no longer have to crank the belt as tight as it can go to keep the holster/weapon in a comfortable place. I chose the Aker Leather B21 and the price was quite affordable compared to other offerings. I've read a lot of good things about the Beltman line, but as of right now my budget is priority one and this one fit and certainly did not disappoint.

Like you, I'm not going to break any lawful no-carry laws. I blow past "No guns allowed" signs all the time because in TX we are not obligated to abide those postings unless they fit the designated signage laws. But when it actually matters (like going into a school or post office), I want to lock it up in the car.

I use a small safe with a cable that is attached to anchor points under the driver seat of my vehicles. Yeah, it's not going to stop any would-be thieves with a set of bolt cutters. But it will keep your standard smash-n-grab type criminals from getting it. And at the end of the day, if my gun ever does get stolen, I at least want to be able to tell the police that my gun was securely locked in a safe and not just rattling around in my glove box.

Obviously you could go the more hardcore route and have a more expensive safe installed in your console or bolted securely somewhere else. But for my usage, that'd be overkill.

Edit: I think these are the ones I have.

Bulldog makes some nice gun vaults designed for vehicle use, but would work in this situation as well.

http://www.amazon.com/Bulldog-Cases-Mounting-Bracket-Cable/dp/B005CGNANG

They consist of a metal frame that you can screw into the frame of your vehicle, as well as a removable locking box that can lock into that frame. In the vehicle, the locking box can secure itself inside the frame attached to your vehicle. Away from the vehicle, you can remove the lockbox and use it standalone. My wife and I used a pair of these when we were visiting her parents a few months ago.

Have you tried a Sticky holster? That's what I have for my LCP, and I'm pretty happy with it.

Edit: By Sticky, I mean the brand (this).

Tactical flashlight - Surefire E2D LED, 500 lumens, strike bezel

https://www.amazon.com/SureFire-Defender-Dual-Output-Flashlight-Dual-output/dp/B00BS46LGO/

Looks like they are legal in CA:

http://forum.opencarry.org/forums/showthread.php?88182-Are-quot-weaponized-quot-flashlights-legal-to-carry-concealed-in-CA

Pepper Spray - Fox Labs 2oz stream (or cone, depending on preference)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008VOS3C4/

Yes, legal in California:

http://www.pepper-spray-store.com/pages/california-laws

This one is pricey, but small. About the size of two credit cards next to each other.

This one is cheaper, but bigger. It'll only fit in a cargo pocket. I bought two of these from Academy yesterday, along with some extra QuikClot gauze and two SOF-T tourniquets. I've got one set in the toolbox of my truck, and one in my backpack.

If moving is not an option, work on hardening your home. There are simple fixes you can do in a weekend, like installing this door stopper
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D2K367Y/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

3M makes a nice shatter proof glass film to install on your windows. Get a big dog. Install motion lights and cameras. Cameras are cheap these days. Alarms and security systems are useful. There are tons of little things to harden your home to deter criminals. If that doesn't work, your second layer of defense is advanced notice (dogs, lights, cameras) to give you time to get to your weapon.

These are all easy and minor fixes. It's a mindset...always work to improve your position and refuse to be a victim.

I have one of these: https://www.amazon.com/Sentry-Biometric-Access-Pistol-QAP1BE/dp/B00EXQW672

It might be a little on the small side for all the items you've listed, but I've been really happy with the performance of it. My local Costco has them on sale right now for $99, so I just picked up a second.

I use one of these. The fingerprint scanner works great, only takes a second to open. Accepts both mine and my wifes.

http://www.amazon.com/Sentry-Biometric-Access-Pistol-QAP1BE/dp/B00EXQW672/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453998706&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=biometric+gun+sfafe

Army field artillery, enlisted and officer, for 34 years. Welcome home, brother. Infantry was some of my favorite customers ... always so appreciative.

These books have helped me understand the process.

https://www.amazon.com/Killing-Psychological-Cost-Learning-Society/dp/0316040932

https://www.amazon.com/Combat-Psychology-Physiology-Deadly-Conflict/dp/0964920549

https://www.amazon.com/Sentry-Biometric-Access-Pistol-QAP1BE/dp/B00EXQW672

Granted this can only hold one or two, I have this biometric pistol safe. It is amazing. I was skeptical about fingerprint access at first but wanted to try it for its accessibility. I have had it for 6 months now and it works flawlessly being used at least twice a day. You would think it would be finicky to get it to read but I have tested swiping my finger just short of as fast as I can and it registers everytime. There's also key pad and key backups. If you want to know anymore, let me know.

can't go wrong with CompTac, i use their C-clips and never have had any issues.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KRHO9BC?m=A1ZZIFZTGVOCXG&ref_=v_sp_detail_page

Just need to make sure to use them with a good belt.

IF there's enough room under your seat, this is a pretty good budget option. It jusssst barely squeaks under the seat of my SUV and can easily hold two sub/compact pistols, IN their holsters, even... and maybe a couple of extra mags. It's big.

They make smaller sizes, too.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W85Q9F0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Nb4: "Don't go anywhere that you can't carry!"

By the way, I like bulldog safes better than gunvault. I usually have tools in my vehicle somewhere and I've seen people on youtube break into their sentry safe with a flathead and about 2 minutes. The bulldogs are locked into a mounting bracket (whether you choose to mount it or not) that wraps around the safe, so you turn the key and the safe is released from the case, turn the key again and the safe opens. At the same price as the gunvault, the only thing it costs you is a slight amount of convenience. For me, my $600 gun is worth an extra flick of the wrist. It isn't impenetrable, but it greatly increases the difficulty of breaking in.

Compact: http://www.amazon.com/Bulldog-Mounting-Exterior-2-2-Inch-Interior/dp/B004MC53G8

Larger: http://www.amazon.com/Bulldog-Mounting-Exterior-2-2-Inch-Interior/dp/B005CGNANG

I love this belt. Elite CO Shooters Belt with Cobra Buckle (Medium, Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007Y8IQYS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_8C65wb62MFJKS

Takes a few longer to get on as you can't just loop through. You remove buckle, feed belt & then put buckle on and zip to size. Cobra buckle rocks.

https://www.amazon.com/VelocityVault-by-GunVault-Handgun-Safe/dp/B00XU77FEY

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00W85Q9F0/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483986937&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=pistol+lock+box&dpPl=1&dpID=51vQukcFrKL&ref=plSrch

I use both of these. They work great.

Hello, fellow IT guy. I love this knife myself, have you ever seen it?

EDIT: There's also a serrated version, which is what I have, but I can't seem to find it on Amazon at the moment.

If we are talking about EDC on your person... you may find that a Kershaw Select Fire is a "good enough" compromise between a Leatherman and repair kit.

It has a standard 1/4" bit driver, and has built-in slots to store four bits of your choosing. That makes it easy to mix and match any bits you want, and you can replace them for cheap at the hardware store rather than buy expensive replacement bits for a Leatherman.

The ifixit kits are cool, I have one... but it isn't something I would carry around in my pants all of the time.

https://www.amazon.com/Fort-Knox-FTK-PB-Pistol-Handgun/dp/B004H6MKI8

Check dimensions against your holster to be sure. But if you're looking for safe storage this might work well for you.

I have a similar vault (discontinued) that holds more than one gun in holsters.

I do.

SnapSafe 75220 Keyed Lock Box For... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00W85Q9F0?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Also look at Locker Down USA and Console Vault. They both make products that turn your center console into a safe (if they make one for the make/ model of your vehicle).

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002WRRNFO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I keep this in the back of my truck. I loop the cable around the metal brace holding the back seat in and then tuck the safe it self in the side pocket of the back door. Not theft proof but a solid deterrent.

I got mine from Amazon for $75 shipped. I had a tough time deciding between the "I" sights and the CAP sights, but chose the CAP sights. You might as well do the trigger along with the sights because you have to remove the rear sight on the shield to install the new plunger. Shield action enhancement kit

Instead of your glove box, think about getting a lock box. I use this, it's more secure than a wafer lock. Plus you can mount the frame in your trunk or elsewhere.

I like the Kimber pepper blaster:


http://www.amazon.com/Kimber-Pepperblaster-Grey-One-Size/dp/B004MG63X6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1405950748&sr=8-2&keywords=kimber+pepper+spray

There are videos on Youtube demonstrating how they work--check them out.

I like my reinforced Aker:
http://www.amazon.com/Aker-Leather-Concealed-Carry-Belt/dp/B001TOLKWS/

This fit my Stealthgear IWB for the Glock 19.

https://www.amazon.com/SnapSafe-Lock-Handguns-Valuables-XX-Large/dp/B00W85Q9F0

I have one of this safe in the truck with a braided steel cable tether. Takes me less than 5 secs to access. Worth checking out.

Can't believe nobody has mentioned this pair of safes: http://www.amazon.com/SnapSafe-Keyed-Alike-Lock-X-Large/dp/B00TSQP8ZE

Extremely sturdy. Comes with cables.

I carry both. I carry my knife everywhere. I can't carry my gun at work, but I still carry the knife. I'm not really supposed to, but it's a knife/screwdriver combo so I convince myself it's a multitool instead of a knife.

A lot of the folks here have given some great advice. I wanted to add my perspective:

Barricading yourself and calling the cops was the right thing to do. If anything, I would make sure my bedroom door has good locks, either a deadbolt or door reinforcement lock of some kind (https://www.amazon.com/Defender-Security-10827-Door-Reinforcement/dp/B00D2K367Y)

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I have a gun in a quick-access safe in my master bedroom, but if the alarm ever goes off, my wife and I know that the first step is to lock/barricade the master bed room (I have deadbolts installed on the door), hit the panic button/call the cops, and then get the firearm ready as last resort.

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I have this in my on the go backpack and in my vehicle.

Elite CO Shooters Belt with Cobra Buckle, $45-$60, ships immediately. I've been using it for the past 2 years for EDC.

Sticky

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007MQC6KC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The use of hemostatic dressings does not require "extensive" training or a deep understanding of medicine.

> You rarely see them outside of the military for a reason.

Not even close to true. Many basic trauma first aid kits for hiking/sport in the wilderness include hemostatic dressing.

Ex.

www.amazon.com/Adventure-Medical-Kits-Trauma-QuikClot/dp/B003BS2PW4

Sticky Holsters SM-2 Small https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007MQC6KC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BFeNBbM2Z4DPE

I just ordered a 60 pack of these peak and stick reactive targets for 15.00

You can use C-Clips instead of the normal clips. Amazon Page here I use these because the back clip would get caught on my office chair once or twice throughout the day and would unsnap it from my belt. These C-Clips take longer to put on and off, but they are hardly noticeable on jeans I assume the same would be said for khaki's.

Get some of these.

I carry this sometimes:

http://www.amazon.com/Kimber-PepperBlaster-II-Gray/dp/B004MG63X6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449780612&sr=8-1&keywords=kimber+pepper+blaster

Get the Comptac C-Clip instead. More levels of adjustment versus AlienGear's single hole.

If you are into reading books, this book is a good read concerning the mental effects of having to fire your weapon.

Ah yeah, I see. The glass panes add an issue. Are they floor to ceiling? If not, perhaps you could add this extra lock where it’s out of reach: https://www.amazon.com/Defender-Security-10827-Door-Reinforcement/dp/B00D2K367Y/ref=pd_aw_fbt_60_img_2/142-7565664-5685424?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00D2K367Y&pd_rd_r=588a2fca-73a5-11e9-971b-9785a3a220f1&pd_rd_w=5CFKx&pd_rd_wg=Vhkjv&pf_rd_p=3ecc74bd-d08f-44bd-96f3-d0c2b89f563a&pf_rd_r=7JZSP2WGRKGSTFKDPBEV&psc=1&refRID=7JZSP2WGRKGSTFKDPBEV

Or like you said get a dead bolt with an interior key

I don't know how long it will be until your new holster comes in but you should at least get something that doesn't let your gun fall on the floor while taking a leak in the meantime. Don't want to be dropping guns on the floor in public bathrooms.

I have them on both of mine, and I recommend the Ameriglo Pro I-Dot (green glow with orange outline). They're easy to see in daylight, twilight, and complete darkness. You also have the vertical alignment, rather than the three dots. (Which can be a little distracting.) The orange band is ridiculously bright in the dimmest light.

$84 on Amazon, but I'd recommend having your LGS install them; Shields are notoriously difficult to replace the slides without specific tools, and even with them can be a pain.

Neither of those belts are stiff enough to be gun belts.

Check out something like this belt. I have worn it for years. You do not want a riggers belt unless you plan on rappeling from something.

Your holster is also not any good for appendix carry. I would look at the offerings from: Raven Concealment, Haley Strategic's Incog line, Bradford Tactical Holsters, and T-Rex Holsters.

Have you thought about carrying mace? Someone takes a swing at me I'm dousing them with it. Causes much more pain than my fist.

Fox Labs 1.5 Ounce 2% OC 5.3-mm Flip Top Stream Pepper Spray https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008VOS3C4

i have this trauma kit in my car and one in my range bag.
http://www.amazon.com/Adventure-Medical-Kits-2064-0292-QuikClot/dp/B003BS2PW4/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1452875232&sr=8-1&keywords=trauma+kit

• this is for accidents or necessary medical attention for anyone (except if I shot someone)
  
  I also have a israeli bandage and a chest wound bandage set in my range bag.
  
  
• this is for me and those shooting with me. we shoot in random areas, not always at a range. it's un developed area with dumps and sharp items, so i come prepared if i can.
  
  ITS tactical has a EDC package for duty.
  
  https://store.itstactical.com/edc-slimline-pouch.html
  https://store.itstactical.com/its-edc-trauma-kit.html
  
  both would be needed for the belt adapters
  
  
• i've thought about this, but that would just add items to my EDC and print

I know this is talked out, but when I’m in a prohibited zone, I use a Kimber Pepperblaster II .

• I’ve been Sabred to carry for security work, and this stuff feels way worse to me.

• Pistol grip form factor uses existing training from point and shoot muscle memory for quick target acquisition.

• It’s a projectile gel so you don’t have to worry about blow back or wind which is a HUGE plus.

• 2X the shelf life

• No accidental discharge drips in your pocket

• Cheap enough to toss in an amnesty bin at a security checkpoint.

I got one similar, but it comes with a bracket to lock into. That way a thief couldn't just yank on the cable until it broke.

Bulldog Cases Car Safe with Key Lock, Mounting Bracket and Cable in Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005CGNANG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_bldBxbSTT3MX1

I use a snap-safe. Steel box with a rubberized security cable.

As others stated there is no burglar-proof solutions, but this should certainly ward off any smash-and-grab criminals.

There's a spray that comes in a shape that is similar to some of the pocket pistol holsters that expose the trigger. So you basically grip it like a gun and shoot the attacker in the face. Here's the one

That pic is not mine just one I grabbed from the internet. But the same belt. I carry an lc9 usually in a blade tech klipt because it's fast on fast off

Blade-Tech Industries Klipt Ruger LC9 IWB Holster, Black, Right https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CD95BQO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_dPmRzbYQ5JH7E

I also have a stealth gear and alien gear as well. I want to use the stealth gear but the klipt is just so convenient. Ironic that I use the cheapest the most. Klipt was 20, alien gear 40, stealth gear around 100.


I want to get more belt man belts as well, a horse hide tan, one in black, and the elephant belt because it's mother fu king elephant!

I work in the home services field and have been attacked by dogs on 3 occasions.


I used this each time and never ended up with a bite.

I've also used this with same results.


Why the fuck would you shoot a dog if you didn't need to? Why bring that legal shitstorm into your life?


Are you dipshits just chomping at the bit to use your gun in a self defense role? You really need to stop.

I can't imagine pulling my G19 on a stupid dog.

Learn how to use pepper spray. A good pepper spray.

I don't know your personal outlook on life, nor what preparations you made before you decided to carry a weapon. But I do know one thing: it is better that you are still breathing than the guy you killed.

If the guy was interested solely in money, he wouldn't have returned. He would have gotten the money and left. You saved yourself and your coworkers by doing what you did. Its an unbelievably shitty thing to have to do, but you did it for the right reasons.

You're getting therapy, keep at it. Many of my firends have gotten therapy for PTSD, and there's no shame in it. After our deployment, my best friend dove straight into a bottle and didn't come out for better part of a year. His job performance and live spiraled out of control, but he got better eventually.

That being said, your therapist may not be the best one... Don't be afraid of getting another; go to your local VFW, explain what happens to any veteran there around age 25-35 and you have better than even odds that they have a therapist to recommend, one that's used to PTSD from folks having shot at people.

Last thing I'll recommend. There's 2 book out I recommend for any servicemember before deployment, and if they have any issues with post-deployment life. Both are by Dave grossman.

On Killing Basic Premise: That killing is fundamentally destructive to the psyche, and to overcome our natural disinclination towards killing, the military has created training programs that help circumvent this and allows them to kill. This training does nothing to alleviate the PTSD killing causes. (You could skip this book, but it shows the mechanism of why you are hurting and that may help you. It has lots of stories for you to see that you're not alone, which is also helpful.

[On Combat] (http://www.amazon.com/Combat-Psychology-Physiology-Deadly-Conflict/dp/0964920549/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8) Basic Premise: If you buy everything said in 'On Killing', that killing tears at your soul and psyche, then this is a book for Soldiers and Police to minimize the hurt and pain they are going through with what society asks of them. Some of the stuff would have been good to know before you killed the guy, but lots of it can be applied now.

Keep your chin up, and know that memories will fade. You did nothing wrong and your life is more important than the man who was going to kill you.

PM me if you want to, I may not have the PhDs your therapist does, but I've got life experience and come tons cheaper comparatively.

Source: Army Officer. Deployed to Iraq in 2003. Came back and joined Reserves and went to a CSC (Combat Stress Control) unit while doing college to become an officer.