what would you rather have for a ccw

[Guest mikedwood]

I guess the SP101. I'm on the small side so it would be hard for me to conceal carry the SP101 without printing like I'm carryinhg a bus.

I have tried carrying 1911's but they poke and prod me and are uncomfortable by the end of the day (around 5 or 6).

I want something I can carry until bedtime. While not a choice I can carry my G26 till bed time and not even notice it's there most of the day until lights out.

[Guest FLSTFI Dave]

I would go with the 1911.

I usually carry my Kimber Ultra CDP, the small alloy frame, 3" barrel .45. I use a milt sparks VM II IWB holster, its comfortable and easy to keep hidden.

[adam42]

I have a couple that I change up depending on time of year and where I am going, a Beretta Px4 9mm and a 4" .357 wheel gun.

[gregintenn]

A pair of each!

[Guest highvoltage]

i would like to carry my full size but the size just does not agree with me. i seem to carry my pf9 and bodyguard 38spl the most. both at the same time works for me. i must not have the right holster and belt for my full size guns

[BimmerFreak]

2 1/4 in bobbed hammer 357 sp101 or a 1911 springfeild milspec or similar

For pure CCW? the SP101

I have an amazing 1911 collection, and drink more JMB kool-aid than I should, but guess what I carry 90% of the time?

.357mag J-frame....

Goes bang EVERY TIME

Can shoot from deep concealment/under clothing

No worries of the gun going out of battery in extreme close quarters battle

About as idiot proof as you can get. (and in a stress-fire situation, idiot proof saves lives)

[Guest BEARMAN]

I carry my Kimber Ultra CDP .45 ACP, or my Ruger SP101 .357 Magnum. Lots of punch, and not too heavy for a carry weapon either.YMMV

[Guest 10mm4me]

Because you said a G30 belongs in the kitchen, I am just going to assume you have no idea what you want or what you are talking about so aside from this minor rant, I will give no input.

[Guest mmarcum]

A lot of good opinions and reasons for them have been given here. I guess the main thing would be it also depends on the type of holster, clothing, and situation. It is impossible to have just one 100% go to gun or method of carry. I change guns and holsters dependent on my situation and clothing. You have to learn what feels right and also looks right for you.

[Guest TheMikeLurie]

I'll always take the pistol over the revolver in any given situation. I'm not really a revolver fan. It's easier and faster (for me) to slam another magazine in than to try and reload a revolver.

[Lumber_Jack]

I carry a 4" 1911 every day, I like having a bigger gun and 16rds. In full disclosure I've never carried a revolver, but that's because when faced with a similar question as yourself I chose 1911.

[Guest Tnbusarider]

1911

[Sams Dad]

1911 sub-compact with a Crossbreed Supertuck. With the right postion and cant adjustment I can conceal mine easily with a t-shirt. At times you won't even know your packin. And thats sitting, standing walking etc.

[Guest The Highlander]

I love revolvers, but I shoot pistols better. Love the Gemini SP-101's though. Between the two you listed, I'd go with the SP, after Gemini has worked magic on it. You would have about what a Kimber or SA alloy 1911 would cost in it, but it would be a truly custom gun. But I'd feel perfectly comfortable with either you have suggested.

This from someone that usually carries a Glock of some flavor, a SIG P220 Elite, or a Ruger SR9. Of these three, that covers 95% of my days. The other 5% is a revolver. The SP-101 and J-frames just disappear for me, and that is what I usually choose when I need to go small. I'm more comfortable with a .38 or .357 than most of the .32's and such out. Although the LCP is a great gun (I think, my wife will not let me borrow hers!). And the new small 9mm's might just replace my "little" gun.

[chuck]

1911

[finz50]

1911

[enfield]

I find the snubbies to be easier to carry and conceal in our Tennessee climate.

[Guest tnob1234]

1911 for me.

[kieefer]

I have a couple that I change up depending on time of year and where I am going, a Beretta Px4 9mm and a 4" .357 wheel gun.

SP101, 2.25 is what I've been shopping for and intend to carry. That or my SR9.

I'm also hurting for a PX4, if you would like to tell me about yours adam I'm welcome to a pm.

[Guest manofsteel]

1911 in a super tuck, sp101 in ankle holster, ar15 in the trunk! problem solved!

[CJDore]

glock 30 isnt an option tupperware is for the kitchen

Almost spewed my coffee into my keyboard.......Beretta guy here

[Guest Mathwiz]

the ever deadly "tupperware".

.40 subcompact size.

Edited February 16, 2011 by Mathwiz

[tercel89]

I've carried both and am comfortable with both. It's almost impossible for me to choose one. It's like picking your favorite of your kids.

I agree , the 1911 and the SP101 are the best of both world . One from the Semi-auto and the other from the revolver . Both are EXCELLENT!!!!

[TnEngineer]

1911 plain and simple