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If you were to pick a high quality, concealed carry pistol/revolver, what would it be, and why?

Something that is easily concealable, whether you have on a sweatshirt, t-shirt, etc.

Packs good punch.

Reloads quick if necessary.

Which holster would you choose, and why?

I currently have 2 handguns that I carry on occasion, a Ruger P89, and a Springfield XD 40 Tactical, neither are overly concealable. Its time for a new gun for carry.

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Smith & Wesson. 38 Special+P. Titanium. Weighs less than one pound loaded. Very concealable. So light you do not even know you are carrying it. Short barreled, but actually very accurate.

When I am in the field I carry the 44 magnum in the picture. It barely weighs over one pound(loaded). I do not know who thought up Titanium in pistols, but they should be commended. Tom.

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I would also go with a Smith, but in .357mag instead. You can still load .38's if you want less recoil/greater controllability. The Scandium alloy revolvers are true featherweights. I would use an inside-the-pants holster from one of several good makers. You can carry a speedloader if you need more ammo, but how many shootouts have you been in where you needed more ammo? (Unless you are former military or a policeman in a bad neighborhood)

If I was only wearing truly light clothes like shorts and a t-shirt, I would probably switch to an ultra-compact auto like a Seecamp, a Kahr, or a Walther in .380 or 9mm.

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I would get another Para Ordnance Nite Hawg of a snub nose 357.

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A 38 revolver is a great gun for anyone, but really good for someone who doesn't shoot a lot. There's just not much that you can do wrong. I prefer a 9mm for my carry but still carry the 38 sometimes. I also have a Colt 32 that I carry sometimes. When summer is here and I don't have very good concealment a good ol' 38 derringer or 2 will do just fine!:D

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I carry a Glock 23...40 caliber S&W...My holster is a leather behind the back high rise...If am just careing to the office, I stick it inside my pants, if wearing a coat, it's hidden, if just wearing a shirt, I just pull the shirt out...

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For maximum concealability, I would suggest the PPK in 380. But I agree the 38 is the easiest pistol to get along with. The old Chief's Special is hard to beat and a mighty safe carry.

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I like my Smith and Wesson Airweight 38 for rounds I use 38spl+p 125 gr hollow points. You can always trust a revolver in time of need

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Right idea.... wrong format... needs to be a hammerless DA only for concealed carry. That way there is no hammer for someone to get their hand over, no clothing will get caught in it. You can shoot it right out of your pocket, or a lady can shoot it out of her handbag. Your hand is held much higher up on a hammerless revolver, which makes it easier to control recoil, and with the short barrel and high hand hold, it is the most difficult gun to take away from someone... which is another important consideration.

And the rubber grips need to get switched out for wood... doesn't catch on clothing.

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I'm kind of a big fella, so I have carried 1911's and a Glock 22 concealed with no problem. I have been carrying a Glock 26 for about 4 years and it is very easy to conceal. It's tiny in my hands, but it fits my wife just right, so she can carry it as well. I'm making the switch to a .41 mag single-action. I have wanted one ever since I passed on one a few years ago.

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I agree with your idea about the hammer. The problem was when I ordered my 38+P, that was the only one I could get. I bought one of the first ones that S&W made. As far as the 44 is concerned, I do not try to conceal it. I actually hunt with it, and carry it in the open in the field. I have shot several ground hog's with this pistol. I always carry it when I am ground hog hunting. I use it for the close shots(up to 50 yards). The only Semi -auto I have that will shoot with it is my Kimber 45 auto. Tom.

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I carry a Glock 27(40 S&W)as my back up/off duty weapon. It is very easy to conceal. Almost any handgun can be effectively concealed if you are willing to do your part. Thisusually means a quality IWB style holster and a quality belt.

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I wouldn't go any smaller than the .38 cal. for a concealed carry self defence gun. JMO but I think the .380 is on the light side for a concealed carry weapon.

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I agree with a 380 being on the light side. I have a buddy that has a PPK/S and it is one sweet shooting lil gun. Its not hard to make a ragged hole at the range with it. THe only problem with them is if there is a bright light above the gun its impossible to see the front sight. The finish is too bright on 'em. I'd more than likely get a blued version if they still make them if I did ever go that route.

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What do you guys think of the ultra compact 1911s you can get from Kimber for concealed carry? Or any other 1911s for that matter?

I might just stick with a Sub Compact XD, but would like to hear opinions on the 1911s first.

I am also going to check out some of the 38/357 revolvers as well.

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You can't go wrong with a Kimber 1911. It's one of the best guns I've ever shot.

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Hi-Point C9 9mm...:D

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For small and discrete, Walther PPK in380.
Use European 380 ammo, they load it hotter.... or load your own.

The 380 ain't nothing to brag about, but with the overall size criteriaat play, it becomes a trade off.
They are a nice, slick handling little unit. Fits in the palm of your hand.

I wouldn't want to try to take one away from someone.

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When it is legal for me to do so...a Glock 26.

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Kahr P45 , .45 because it will get the job done. Kahr because they are flatter and better feeling than the baby glocks. I also had a Kimber ultra carry in .45 and while heavier than my KahrI loved that gun. I wishI never sold it. If you can't handle the recoil of a .45 then go with the P9 or PM9 from Kahr.

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In the winter time I will carry a full size auto, the weight and size do not bother me, but summer time my favorite is kel-tec p3at 380

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I bought a bunch of 45 ACP ammo this evening. Funny thing is, I don't own a 45ACP. I also bought a bunch of 9mm ammo as well.

Now its becoming an easier decision.....:D

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I carried a Kimber Ultra CDP II for a couple of years. A 1911 is a great firearm, but you need to stay proficent with it. There is a lot more to them than some other semi-autos.... extra safties and what not. They really are like a race car, you put someone in it who knows what they are doing, and they can do amazing things with them. But you put your average novice or someone who hasn't kept up with it... they won't even be able to make it fire.

I traded mine for a Beretta shotgun and $200 cash... considering what I got the gun NEW for... I came out about $150 ahead. I just don't have much use for one, and I couldn't hit anything with it anyway. I let a friend who shoots a lot of handguns shoot it... and he could shoot some fantasic groups with it... I just can't shoot a handgun very well...[:@]

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I shoot an XD as my main pistol right now. So I'm used to the extra safety. I've shot quite a few 1911s over the years, I've just never bit the bullet on one yet.

Its going to be a tough decision now, between the Compact XD 45, the 1911s.....

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My MainCW is the S&W 908 9mm...I just like 9mm what can I say,the CW40 is nice and my 45colt is ok but the 908 fits me better with the cloths I wear.....