tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9386065816656821662024-03-08T09:52:20.177-08:00The Coming StormIt will be fierce. Be vigilant.Omega Stormhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544118903535344450noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-938606581665682166.post-12971043286653704412012-08-08T17:24:00.001-07:002012-08-08T17:24:16.813-07:00CCW Same Weapon, Same Gear, Same Place
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Something I have noticed online is that people talk about
how they carry different firearms in different places on their bodies on different
days.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I think this is a mistake that
could cost someone their life.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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When I first started carrying about firearm for self-defense
4 years ago I debated carrying my Glock 19 semi-auto or my S&W Model 28
.357 revolver.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They both are simple
reliable draw, aim, and fire weapons with no external safeties to forget in a
critical moment.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The .357 is a proven man
stopper, and the 9mm properly placed is no slouch either. I eventually chose
the Glock because it was they only one I had a sturdy carry holster for.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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I have carried my Glock as a concealed weapon in the same
position on my body in first an OWB (outside waistband) and then an IWB (inside
waistband) holster both at 3:30 (or
just behind center on my right side). I carry 2 spare magazines at my 8:30 (or just behind center on my left side), a
Surefire 6PLED at my 11:00 (or just
to the left of my belt buckle), and a folding lock blade knife clipped to the
inside of my right pocket.</div>
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When at home in the house, working the garden, or out in the
woods around my home I open carry my pistol and also carry all but the spare
magazines, and always in the same places on my body.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The lack of spare magazines is less of a problem when I am at home and close to additional firearms. (I am not going to point out the benefits of
always having a pistol, knife, and light in this post but I may in another post.)</div>
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If for some reason you absolutely have to carry different weapons
consider ones that have a similar manual of arms (placement and use of
controls) and function i.e. revolver or semi-auto. I usually carry a
Glock 26 as a backup weapon and it is identical in every way to the 19
in every way except for being smaller and easier to conceal. I sometimes
carry it in place of the 19 when I need an easier to conceal weapon due to having
to wear business clothes.</div>
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Now I understand that environmental and fashion/dress code
requirements can cause you to need to switch to a smaller weapon and/or move it
on your body. My point is that you should pick a single handgun that you can
carry in the same place in 95% of situations. Also carry your other gear in the
same way every time. When you are at home empty your weapon (and double-check
it) and practice drawing, aiming, and dry-firing your weapon. Use a snap cap or
similar device to prevent damage from excessive dry-firing. Use your light and
knife for household tasks and get used to reaching for them instinctively. You
will build muscle memory so that in an emergency your hand can automatically
find, grasp, and produce your firearm and/or light.</div>
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Omega Stormhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544118903535344450noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-938606581665682166.post-84766500766404628082012-02-08T19:25:00.000-08:002012-02-08T19:25:59.598-08:00Carry 2 guns for CCW<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:WordDocument> <w:View>Normal</w:View> <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:Compatibility> <w:BreakWrappedTables/> <w:SnapToGridInCell/> <w:WrapTextWithPunct/> <w:UseAsianBreakRules/> </w:Compatibility> <w:BrowserLevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style>
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</div><div class="MsoNormal">Everyday I carry my 9mm Glock 19 handgun w/ a Streamlight TLR-1 weapon light mounted on it at my 4:00 (or a little behind my right hip) in a FBI-canted, ~15 degree forward angle to allow for a faster and more natural draw, Safariland brand holster. I also carry a 9mm Glock 26 sub-compact handgun on the inside of my left ankle (in a holster I permanently attached to my boot), and 2 spare 15-round Glock 19 magazines in an open top Serpa carrier, made by Blackhawk, at my 8:30 (just behind my left hip). In the summer my 19 is in the same location IWB(or Inside Waist Band) in a Crossbreed Supertuck, and my spare magazines are in my left cargo pocket (always wear BDU type pants) in a pocket holster.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">I am not a LEO (Law Enforcement Officer) or employed in any similar high-risk occupation. I live in a semi-rural area on the edge of a fairly safe city.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">I carry a second firearm for a few reasons and that specific combination for one reason.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">1. A firearm is a mechanical device and any mechanical device is prone to failure. A defensive firearm is a critical life-saving emergency tool and I and my loved ones could die because of that failure. 2=1, 1=0=DEAD<---The Demon Murphy</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">2. In a dangerous situation where I am with a safe, sane, trusted, and knowledgeable individual who does not have a firearm with them I can arm that person with my backup weapon. They can watch my back and increase both of our odds of survival.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">3. I spend approximately half my outside of the home time driving a vehicle. Drawing from a behind the mid-line holster under a seat belt and concealing/inclement weather appropriate garment(s) while seated in a contoured seat is difficult under calm conditions. The inside of my left ankle is reached easily while seated.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">4. If my right (strong) arm is incapacitated/injured a firearm on my other side (even on my ankle) is my only other option.</div><div class="MsoNormal">5. If my primary firearm is disabled/lost/taken/inaccessible I can still have another one to use to defend myself.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">6. I carry this specific combo of firearms because the 2 spare magazines I carry will fit into either weapon. A BUG or Back Up Gun that doesn't share magazine and ammunition compatibility with your primary firearm is certainly more effective than "harsh language", but the ammo from your primary firearm is now useless.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">If I could know ahead of time when civil unrest/carjacking/random evilness will occur I would bunker down at home in body armor with my AK. Since I am unable to see the future I do my best to educate myself about what is possible and probable and how to respond to emergencies. Many of the people that understand and deal daily with the evil depths of human nature, Murphy's Law, and the randomness of events recommend carrying a second firearm.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">I guess my main reason for carrying a spare gun is the same reason both of my cars have a spare tire.</div><div class="MsoNormal">The Demon Murphy is a cruel unforgiving capricious bastard. Don't give him the satisfaction!</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal">I am considering adding a second identical Glock 19 either cross-draw or weak hand draw at the exact opposite location of my other 19. I will still keep the Glock 26 on my ankle. I would move my spare mags forward to my 9:00.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Are 3 guns too many?</div>Omega Stormhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544118903535344450noreply@blogger.com0