[GlockGranny]

Originally Posted by drpdw

Mythaeus,
My Glock 26 is my bedroom Alamo gun and I carry it, especially at night. It has Crimson Trace Grips on it. When I removed the Glock from my bag and turned around, the always-on laser was visible to these jerks when I put it my hand. I truly don't know what these guys were up to that night, but I thought it prudent to calmly show them that I was armed. My trigger finger, was just below the laser, and, I didn't have one in the chamber.

I am a woman of small stature and used to purse carry. Upon the concerns and advice of friends I have purchased a Raven IWB apendix carry fory Ruger LCP and now have a Phantom on order from Malabar Front. I suggest the Phantom Raven Holster, Malabar Front for the Glock. Their holsters are perfect for conceal carry, fantastic retention, easy quick draw. I realize our clothing won't allow always allow holster carry because sometimes we have to wear a dress.

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[Evela]

Well you sure have heard from the "locked and loaded" crowd. But do keep in mind there is another school of thought - widely accepted - that feels your method of carry - unchambered (C3) - is superior for several reasons.

1. With not much practice your G26 can be drawn and racked in one smooth motion (the Israeli draw) just as fast as a chambered weapon, with one exception...

2. With an unchambered gun your chance of an accidental discharge is pretty much eliminated. Your method is much safer. We all handle our guns thousands of times a year administratively and it is comforting to know that by carrying unchambered (but with a full magazine) we are much much safer, and so are innocent people around us and in our presence.

I believe you handle this situation perfectly. The proof of the pudding is in the result: they left and you remained safe and alive. You had good street sense, got the bad vibes, and immediately trusted yourself and acted appropriately. The woulda - coulda - shoulda crowd should be ashamed of themselves.

Bravo to you!

Do know that unchambered carry has been used by millions of gun carriers worldwide and has been shown to be fast, effective and safe. With a bit of practice, most average shooters can learn to draw/rack and fire three shots in 1 to 1.5 seconds.