Bottom line, carrying without one chambered is a waste of valuable time, possibly even a life.
we have open carry here, but still areas don't allow it like downtown.
That's not open carry, that's transporting.
Wow. It has been quite some time since I had guns and I wonder how much rules/laws have changed. I think I'll spring this scenario on some friends of mine and see what they say.
I would not compare a chambered revolver to a pistol. They are completely different with regard to how they operate. I don't agree that it's a waste of time to carry un-chambered. I do agree that it is dangerous depending on the situation but it is also dangerous to carry chambered. I have my CCL in multiple states and have carried for years. I have taken firearm safety courses and I am NRA pistol qualified in Basic Practical and Pro-Marksman. Depending on where I am going I will chamber a round. It is not a simple answer and each person is different and circumstances are different. It is a choice that each person has to make for themselves by weighing the pros and cons. Situational awareness is key.
Its true people feel comfortable one way or the other, to each their own they say, but in a life death situation...it could very well make a difference for that split second that's lost. Most people who get comfortable carrying lose the awareness of their surroundings and that plays a major factor in reaction times and where you place yourself. Those who are aware of their surroundings can actually tell who is carrying or not.... They will already have an escape plan planned out as they walk into a store because they are aware of their surroundings ( and its so true ) my wife noticed I'm a "people watcher" and that I observe whats going on around me. She didn't know that until she took the CCW class then realized how much I looked out for my family, as she knew I liked to face the doors to see who comes in and sit where I had a good view yet secluded in a way, I'd have 3 escape plans and a last minute ditch ( hiding area ) so if cover was needed. Its pretty amazing what people really don't know and should know... Its a whole new world out there and completely different than TV and video games.Good posts. Most of the time I don't keep one in the chamber because it's what I'm comfortable with. I don't feel like I'm at a real disadvantage.
no CC BUT a Drivers License / State ID is a police officers right to ask for, You Do need to ID yourself if asked by Law. This was irrelevant to open/concealed carry, they were required to make contact because someone called in, they just needed to verify that he wasn't a felon with a gun. So bottom line is Proof of Legal Name.Here it is. He's MarkedGuardian. Not sure if CC.
When I was in the Navy (pre-911), we stood duty with a .45 with 2 loaded mags on belt holster. Never ever allowed to keep mag in gun. I currently conceal carry just about everywhere. I keep any of my guns in Condition 1 because of time. I am also head of a 9 person church security team. We always carry with one in the chamber, safety on. Technology with gun safety compensates for this. When we role play, it is amazing how fast someone can get up on you.
and most don't realize what happens in the blink of an eye, hint the 20 ft rule, one chambered....ect...
I am also ex-Navy. I remember standing watch without the gun loaded. We would have to get permission from the OOD to lock and load. By then it could be too late especially if you are standing the mid watch. What I was taught in firearm safety course is that a safety is nothing more than a mechanism that is also prone to failure. I am not against carrying with one in the chamber and I often do. I am only saying that there are pros and cons with both. And you are right. It is amazing how fast someone can be upon you. Situational awareness is crucial.
I prefer Glock with integrated trigger safety. You just have to make sure your holster completely protects the trigger. Integrated trigger safety helps prevent drop fires.
