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Re: Personal Protection: 9mm vs. 357Magnum
« Reply #5 on: August 31, 2019, 12:38:58 PM »
I have several Glock 23's that I've used for conceal carry, in addition to a Beretta Nano.  But these are each striker-fired, and being that they do not have any manual safeties (I don't consider the trigger feature to be an active safety), I do not feel comfortable walking around with them in Condition 1, and being they are incapable of Condition 2, they are always in Condition 3.  I understand and appreciate the disadvantages of doing this, but at the same time, the potential risk of an A/D when carrying a Glock in Condition 1 weigh heavily on my mind.  In a game where there are no do-overs, in this particular instance, I choose to err on the side of caution.

I do not mind toting around the 92FS in Condition 2.  But it is a bit weighty, especially with 18 rounds.

I've also been trying to get used to carrying a 1911, and recently picked up a leather Cross Breed IWB holster.  Surprisingly, while generally having a larger frame, the single-stock design permits it to conceal nicely.  However, as with all belt-mounted holsters wherein a decent-sized belt is a must, my frame is not the best suited for them, and I am always having to adjust my pants. 

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Re: Personal Protection: 9mm vs. 357Magnum
« Reply #6 on: August 31, 2019, 12:43:17 PM »
Wich gun is more apropiate to women? Only for defensive purposes (not sport its not my hobby and I dont like guns).

There have been a lot of violent assaults near my home. My husband wants me to be protected if Im alone.
As with so many earthly matters, the answer is, "It depends." In this case, hand strength may be dispositive. A woman of decent hand strength might select a different gun than a woman with little hand strength.
A woman with a great distaste for guns is unlikely to dedicate even the modest amount of time necessary to become safe and competent in the use of the gun. That is the first question you must answer for yourself.


Re: Personal Protection: 9mm vs. 357Magnum
« Reply #7 on: August 31, 2019, 12:45:21 PM »
Wich gun is more apropiate to women?

Sort of depends if you expect to carry it on your person, or in a purse/bag.

Personally, I would suggest looking at a sub-compact in either 9mm or .380ACP, the latter being a smaller cartridge, but sometimes a bit more manageable for a woman.  But then again, my wife can handle a 1911 quite easily.

And while I know many others will frown upon this, do not forget to consider a small pistol in 22LR.  If you are not used to guns, and at a minimum need something to go bang, 22LR is essentially recoiless and can be shot by anyone from a complete novice to an experienced shooter.  

As with all things, YMMV.

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Re: Personal Protection: 9mm vs. 357Magnum
« Reply #8 on: August 31, 2019, 12:48:19 PM »
…the potential risk of an A/D when carrying a Glock in Condition 1 weigh heavily on my mind.…
My rule? Do not re-holster until the area is safe, then visually confirm a safe re-holster. Always.

Re: Personal Protection: 9mm vs. 357Magnum
« Reply #9 on: August 31, 2019, 01:10:07 PM »
My rule? Do not re-holster until the area is safe, then re-holster while visually confirming a safe re-holster. Always.

A significant number of stiker-fired A/D's occur not when re-holstering, but upon draw.  Such mistakes are compounded when under conditions of extreme stress.  It is therefore incuмbent upon users of striker-fired pistols to have a very good holster which, at a minimum, covers the trigger.  So this essentially rules out simply carrying a Condition 1 striker-fired pistol in a coat pocket or purse without it being holstered.    

Add to all of this... I live in a State that while (begrudgingly) allowing its citizens to protect itself with conceal/carry, puts a very heavy burden on the use of such force, and has no problem coming down on someone protecting themselves/family with the full force and resources of the State.  In short, where I live, if you find yourself in a situation where you do not have time to go from Condition 3 to Condition 1, the State will invariably come after you, regardless the outcome.    

As with everything else, YMMV; act in accordance with what you deem necessary.