Why You're NOT Carrying The Right Gun For Concealed Carry!

What is the best gun for concealed carry? The answer to that question relies entirely on your lifestyle, skill level and personal preference. In this informational video, U.S. Concealed Carry Association Director of Content Kevin Michalowski talks about why gun owners might choose to carry the four most common types of concealed carry firearms. What type of gun do you carry every day and why? Let us know down in the comments!

00:00 Do you have the right gun for concealed carry?
00:40 The right concealed carry gun for you is the one you will actually carry every day.
01:13 Is a .22-caliber handgun powerful enough for concealed carry?
02:31 What do people love about carrying a revolver?
03:18 Small-framed polymer 9mm semi-auto pistols are the most popular choice in America for concealed carry.
03:54 If you can comfortably carry and accurately fire a large-framed gun, a .45 ACP 1911-style handgun might be a good choice for concealed carry. Sometimes old, fat and slow wins the day.
04:35 The key to choosing a concealed carry firearm is making sure you are comfortable carrying and firing whatever you choose. A gun does you no good if you leave it at home because it is uncomfortable to wear.
05:27 No matter which self-defense sidearm you choose for your everyday carry, be sure to train with and safely carry that gun at all times.

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[URGENT] Attention Gun Owners:
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Want the same peace of mind enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of responsibly armed Americans like you?

[realfakerolex]

About 7 or 8 years ago, I watched a video where they talked about an ultra carry challenge. The goal was to carry from the time you wake up until you go to bed everyday for a whole year. The point was to see how you feel and how notice that you do not get road rage and how you do not inject yourself into tense situations, and how you remain more calm and aware of your surroundings. Notice even how you hug differently, since another part of the challenge is that you tell nobody, not even your spouse.
I did this for three and a half years before I told my family and friends. They were not surprised, but literally had no idea. I still carry every all the time...except that time I got stopped at Downtown Disney going out to eat. I even take the gun out of its travel case and reload and carry before I leave the airport. Carrying a gun has become as comfortable as wearing a watch or a belt.
I hope I never need it, but I will be damed if I am going to be the one cowering in the corner begging for my life.

[roberthorton]

.380 Ruger LCP (8 oz empty) is ALWAYS in my front pocket. Been carrying since 1996 and tried all kinds of rigs and calibers. this is definitely the best compromise. You WILL leave large heavy guns at home or in your vehicle on many occasions. Maybe not at first...but you WILL eventually. A .380 in the pocket beats a .45 in the truck every time.

[jackclancy]

I carried a 1911 in the Army over 50 years ago and it's been my go to gun all these years. I carry an Ed Brown 1911 45 acp today. Trigger, Trigger, Trigger. 1911 best trigger around. 2nd choice on occasion S&W 44. I always have a S&W 442 in my pocket.

[joedesua]

I had a 77 yr old female student that had a .22 Beretta. It was what she could handle comfortably, it was easily concealable and ammo was inexpensive. Who was I to say she needed a bigger gun?

[TweeknTurtle]

Love my 357 snub revolver and I carry it every day 24/7. I do not carry it for going to war in a battle, I carry it for self defense and with the power and reliability it offers I am perfectly confident in it’s flawless operation to stop any immediate threat in a self defense scenario even with it’s lower ammo count. I also own several different semi auto handguns in 22lr, 22 magnum, 380, 9mm and 45 all of which I greatly enjoy shooting. I just feel more comfortable and confident in my ability with my trusty revolver as my edc.

[axelguy]

That's what I always tell people. Carry anything that you can shoot accurately and carry comfortably. Training is what make a gun deadly, not the gun itself.

[daffidavit]

As an attorney, over the years I've seen many nasty photos. One of which bothered me the most was an autopsy photo of a large man who was killed by a single .22 cal bullet while he was working behind the cash register at a convenience store. Do not poo-poo the killing capacity of any weapon, large or small.

[chrisschmitt]

Great video. My wife and I both carry walther ppk/s in .380. I’m 68 now, and have been armed every single day since I got out of the service at 24 years old. When I taught my wife to handle herself and her firearm, I thought it best that we have identical carry weapons. It helped with training, and confidence on her part. We are both comfortable, well trained, and completely confident with that choice. Lately, when having to visit DC regularly, I’ve been carrying a compact Springfield 1911 style .45 with that special ammo, and my trusty Walther on my leg. The bad guys keep getting badder in that hellscape city.

[TheHauntedMyst]

My CC instructor was one of those "You gotta have a minimum a full size nine with you! That way you'll have enough power and rounds!" Huh. I got my concealed carry at age 57 and carry a Kimber Micro 380 with 8 rounds. Rather than seeing it as not having enough rounds, I look at it as having 8 more than I have ever had with me before.

[Goldenwithaleash]

I’ve been carrying for 15 years and it’s been quite the evolution. I started with a Glock 23 pistol. Then I went to a tiny Ruger LCP because the Glock was too big. Went to a Shield after that because the LCP was too small. Then I went to a j frame because I liked pocket carrying for a bit. Ditched that for a Glock 19 or Glock 26 (depending on dress) around 2016 when things started getting a little hairy and my son was born. Carried those until recently this year when i switched to a Glock 48MOS. The G48MOS hits the Goldilocks zone (for me) as it’s big enough to fight with while still being small enough to carry. It’s light enough that I was able to add a Holosun 507k red dot and a Streamlight TRL7sub. I tried adding a dot and light on my G19 but it made the overall package too big/heavy. Guess the moral of the story is don’t make changes just to make changes but also don’t be afraid to try new things either.

[rodvan-zeller]

Agree with comment "caliber matters", especially for senior citizens and or people with physical challenges, as an example arthritis on the hands, a small caliber weapon is better than nothing, it may be the only thing they can operate with efficacy. This is another subject rarely addressed. Recovering wounded veterans probably have an opinion on this as well.

[badgerlandturf]

My family asks me WHY I carry even when I’m at home…better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.

[billshepherd]

For the last year I’ve carried the Beretta 83 in 32 ACP. And it goes bang every time. Very comfortable and doesn’t dig into my skin. Switched over to the Canak TP9 Elite combat and noticed a huge difference right away. It is heavier on my hip which caused the belt I was using to stretch so I had to buy another belt. It dug into me big time. Sitting here now with the 83 on my side and I barely notice it there. As for it only holding 8 rounds, bought a spare mag holder for another 8 rounds. Will have to try out the Pico 380 next.

[cryptic]

I just got my concealed carry permit. I carry a S&W 380 EZ. I like it because it shoots accurately, is easy to rack and easy to load. My husband and I also have a Glock 43 for home protection and he carries a S&W M&P 9 mil. We first bought the Glock but it was harder for me to rack, so I got the 380 for cc.

[MRPosserLivestreams]

My very amateur take, carry a gun, you have previously shot with or always shoot with, on the range. And always try to marry it with a safe holster (safe holster = hard and well covered trigger guard + good and safe retention) Thank you for the video.

[politicalmechanic]

I was carrying my S&W 9mm shield but it’s bulkier than my .380 Ruger Max and it only haolds 8 rounds. My Ruger has a way smaller frame but holds 10 rounds and is more comfortable imo. Also at 7-10 yards I put 3” groups. It fits in my pocket and it’s lighter than the 9mm.

[edwardyoung]

M&P Shield 40 with a nice comfortable holster has been my everyday carry 7+1 extra mag (living in stupid Ma) i got very good with it, center mass from 15 yards. Practice allot.

[CodyLynn]

Glock 43x 9mm, 15rd mag, upgraded sights, and a Versacarry IWB leather holster with built in spare mag pouch, literally the thinnest profile I have found for carrying a spare mag IWB, shirt tuck-able. Glock reliability and, for a guy with smaller hands, a grip that fits perfectly in hand.

[Swearengen]

My clothes/the weather often dictate what I'm carrying. My primary carry for over 15 years has been a .45 (stainless Kimber Pro Carry II). But I live in Florida...it's usually hot, rains often. Carrying a heavy stainless in rain and sweaty heat/humidity was a lot of maintenance I didn't need. I love the gun, so I still carry it in the winter when I'm wearing heavier clothes. Summer weather, Sig P365 XL is much more comfortable.

[wellington]

I rotate between my P365 & P320 Xcomp. Both have a 15rd magazine and are very comfortable. Something I never thought about was getting a belt made for CC. I got a belt from Kore essentials, when I carry it is even more comfortable.