D B Cooper

I'd never try to convince someone they need to carry "______". Carry/ Shoot what you shoot best and are most comfortable with. Personally I'd rather face a threat that has a .45 but doesn't shoot it accurately, than someone with a .380 who shoots it very well. The smaller the caliber, the more accurate you need to be, to get the most out of what you're carrying. Not the same, but similar - why didn't you buy a car that gets the absolute best gas mileage? Probably because you liked / felt more comfortable in the one you did buy. The point is - carry SOMETHING, and be proficient with whatever it is.

I think you'll be happy with the Bodyguard if you're in the market for a .380. I use an Sig P238 380 as a back up gun, I like the small form factor for pocket carry, but the bodyguard has the Sig beat in capacity by almost double. If I were in the market for another .380, the Bodyguard would be my choice.

As Ken Mays accurately identified - The backstop is the biggest difference if you're used to one shape over the other. The Centurion is more akin to a 1911 straight grip. Wilson Combat makes excellent ultra thin G-10 grips to measurably slim the grip if you prefer that as well.

I have one as well - no complaints. I favor o-lights, but Nebo provides good value for the money

I've had my share of Glocks, love them for what they are, basic, very reliable pistols that need a lot of upgrades. I have a Shadow Systems CR920 Combat which is my everyday carry with a Holosun EPS enclosed red dot on it. Also have an MR920P with a comp and a SwampFox red dot, which is probably the most natural pointing pistol I've ever owned. I'll carry it in colder weather when it's easier to hide OWB. I think the SS triggers are better than a Glock trigger out of the box, grip texture is far superior, red dot mounting is also superior. Their customer service and warranty support is great from my experience. As another poster said, it's what Glocks should have evolved to.

Fact or Fiction? This veered into a UK discussion for a bit, going back to "gun owners don't vote", or "hunters don't vote". I've heard this mentioned from various places and I still find it hard to believe. Can anyone provide a link to some data that backs up the "gun owners don't vote" narrative? Maybe it's just because every gun owner I know votes that I find it hard to believe.

Someone with both can correct me but I believe the orange has adjustable rear sights and is double action only. The Blue has non adjustable sights and can be had as either double action or designated as "SA" or single action only. I've got the blue SA version.

I've got a PDP with a Holosun on it, it's a fantastic pistol. Accurate, probably the best striker fired trigger there is, short reset, ergonomics are terrific, backstaps can be swapped. My only problem with the gun is the slide is too thick for easy conceal carry. Compared to any other 15 round compacts, it's bigger than most anything else. Drop the overall size by about 10% and its a real winner, as is, its just a terrific gun.

I like CZ's, I have two (P-01 and Shadow 2), I'm sure I'd like this firearm as well, but I'm not sure there is anything that sets it apart from the competition. An option for CZ owners sure, but will it bring any new buyers to CZ? Palmetto had it in sale this morning as well.

For a truck / trench shotgun, I'd go with a Remington 870 pump if that works for you. Mod it to fit your needs. Cheap to buy, lots of parts, which are also pretty cheap. I'm partial to Italian shotguns - Benelli specifically. Not cheap, but not the most expensive either. They fit me perfectly, go bang every time, and look good to boot.

There is a place for factory dots, they usually come on the gun much cheaper than you could go buy one. If it's a range gun, plinker, etc a factory sight will be fine. Another case I'd consider a factory sight is if a person is moving to a red dot and wants to "try it out" . Don't mortgage the farm for an expensive dot if you have no experience with one. If you like it - and like the gun - you can always upgrade later. Personally I run an enclosed Holosun EPS on my Shadow Systems CR920, no worries about dirt, lint, water, snowflakes, whatever messing up the dot when you need it most. I've tested myself several times with - and without a dot, same targets, same distance. I acquire the target faster with a dot, and I'm more accurate with a dot. I learned on irons, and the transition took me some time, but it's worked out well.

pop pop - having been in a similar situation myself, I can say you look at life and what tomorrow brings in a whole new light. Enjoy your time with the family and friends. You have a "chapter 2" of life that most do not have the opportunity to experience. Take care.

ok you may be leaning towards a handgun, but consider the M&P 22 AR pistol. If you're looking for fun at the range, inexpensive to shoot, inexpensive to buy, reliable, and crazy accurate it's tough to beat. I really enjoy shooting mine for fun, put a can on it and it's super quiet. Shoot one if you get a chance before you buy.

Familiarity and use - Are you more familiar with either when it comes to shotguns? I'd lean that way in this case. What do you plan to use it for? For defensive purposes, SHTF scenarios, door entry, and house clearing, I'd go pistol grip. If you have any (as odd as this may be I've seen it) thought of hunting, or shooting clay sports, I'd go standard stock. I have an M2 for defensive purposes and went with the standard shortened stock, I'm more comfortable with it.

My son in law owns one and really likes it. I shot it and thought it was a good shooter. I've owned a bunch of Springfields (but not a Hellcat) and found them all to be very reliable. I think it's a better choice than the Ruger.