I have carried all my adult life and alot of my youth I carry a glock 17 most of the time but sometimes carry a Colt 1911A1 compact depending on where Im going and what Im doing. I also carry a S&W model 36 small light and fail safe. I also recommend carring a small light and very sharp knife at all times. I dont mean to sound over armed but "Id rather carry it every day and never need it than need it and not have it" .