CCW - help choose 3rd gun

[jdtibbett]

I am in a bit of a dilema on which caliber i should focus on for my third roster carry CCW. I currently have a Glock 42, XD40 4", and was considering adding a kimber ultra carry 3 or 4" in 45acp. I know this is not an ideal CCW, however here is my problem i aquired many rounds of .45 when i inherited my uncles reloading gear and i want to buy a 45 to shoot the reloads. I can buy a target geared .45 however i would like to buy one that suites more purpose than the range everyonce in awhile, thoughts? should i focus on a smaller caliber purchase or charge forward?

[rideordie]

The kimber would make a good carry gun but you would have to practice with it as a 1911 is very different then your other two guns on your license.

[SHEPHERD321]

In my dreams when I have a pistol in my hand its a 1911, and I haven't carried one in years. Its a cold winter here so I carry a Glock 19 right now.

[CaffeinFeign]

The kimber would make a good carry gun but you would have to practice with it as a 1911 is very different then your other two guns on your license.

^^sound advice.

[deadcoyote]

Glock 36 would stick with your current manual of arms, make it easier. I know you want a 45, also I am ignorant if the size of a glock 42. I was going to point out everybody needs a pocket gun on their ccw. A gun for when you're not carrying a gun.

[MrElectric03]

If it were me I'd buy a smaller pistol. Kahr mk9, cw9, lcp/lc9 or even a lcr or s&w j frame. The guns you currently have are good but I think you'll find at times you want something more discreet. Then to shoot your .45 ammo a springfield loaded would work great and be more of a pleasure to shoot.

[Zartan]

Do you plan to use the re-loads for carry or just for practice?

[Oldmandan]

I am in a bit of a dilema on which caliber i should focus on for my third roster carry CCW. I currently have a Glock 42, XD40 4", and was considering adding a kimber ultra carry 3 or 4" in 45acp. I know this is not an ideal CCW, however here is my problem i aquired many rounds of .45 when i inherited my uncles reloading gear and i want to buy a 45 to shoot the reloads. I can buy a target geared .45 however i would like to buy one that suites more purpose than the range everyonce in awhile, thoughts? should i focus on a smaller caliber purchase or charge forward?

Depends on your body type. Bigger guys can conceal bigger guns. Skinny guys are gonna have a hard time concealing anything.

[SurferSeth]

Xds .45 would be a good ccw in .45 acp.

[calif 15-22]

Why a VP9 of course
(Someone had to be the first to say it)

I bought an XDS 9 in hopes that would be my carry if and when San Mateo County ever issues

[Bainter1212]

I carry a Kimber Pro Carry II quite often....the full grip size and Commander length slide means it is a pleasure to shoot, and the aluminum alloy frame means it is lighter than an all-steel 1911. I enjoy mine.

[ArcherDog]

Consider that you might want to put a gun or two on that you wouldn't necessarily conceal on your person, but might keep unsecured in your car or thrown into a backpack. Not every CCW gun needs to be carried on your person, and you wouldn't want to run afoul of the law for not securing a gun not on your permit.

[3RDGEARGRNDRR]

IMO, CCO style,
Any double stack pistol is huge to conceal on me, so I dropped my XD40 off my CCW

[Chanelbomb]

Consider that you might want to put a gun or two on that you wouldn't necessarily conceal on your person, but might keep unsecured in your car or thrown into a backpack. Not every CCW gun needs to be carried on your person, and you wouldn't want to run afoul of the law for not securing a gun not on your permit.

^^^this

[Maddawg46]

And there's always the "revolver". Like a Ruger Sp101 snub nose. Not very big and has a little weight for recoil. Then their are the airweights.
Ten you could also buy a revolver and a .45! Start your collection.