Author Topic: What caliber do you carry more? (Read 2444 times)

strider72 · « **on:** July 03, 2004, 09:55:10 AM »

Take a second and vote on this poll and let us know what caliber is carried more. I carry a .32 ACP more than my other calibers. Also, you don't have to post to vote, for those that did not know.

Greeenriver · « **Reply #1 on:** July 03, 2004, 10:56:49 AM »

Of all the cal guns I have available to me for carry, mostly it's my Hungarian copy of the Walther PPK in .380 that is in my belt. On days I'm going to a Cowboy shoot, I carry one of my Single Actions, either a .45lc or a .32H&R mag, and I never feel ill equipped with one of them, but that little .380 is my normal companion.

Greeenriver(It's about the only autoloader I've ever found that points well for me)

Savage · « **Reply #2 on:** July 03, 2004, 02:25:32 PM »

Kel tec P-3AT 24/7. Usually as backup, but sometimes as the only weapon.
Savage

patm41 · « **Reply #3 on:** July 03, 2004, 02:33:24 PM »

Mine is not listed 9x18 Makarov !!!

dawei · « **Reply #4 on:** July 03, 2004, 03:52:09 PM »

S&W Mdl37 Airweight® 38 Special; backup when on duty, & off duty carry. Thus it's with me; 27/7, everyday & every way. Check your six..............

williamlayton · « **Reply #5 on:** July 04, 2004, 01:43:42 AM »

I can't vote on one as I carry a .380, 357sig, .38, and a .45 is generally in the truck.
I rotate the carry depending on a lot of situatuions--the 38 and 380 are rotated as a general rotation--the 357sig if I am traveling and the 45 just lives there.
Blessings

TScottW99 · « **Reply #6 on:** July 04, 2004, 08:14:59 PM »

.40S&W in a Glock 22 or 27 the most.

v-man · « **Reply #7 on:** July 05, 2004, 01:06:52 AM »

I alternate between two .357's and two .45's
Taurus Ti 357 and SP101, 3" or Kimber Ultra CDP II and Para P-12.
A little S&W 317, 12oz 8 shot .22 is usually close as a back up.
It's only primary when attire dictates.

Old Griz · « **Reply #8 on:** July 05, 2004, 06:44:58 PM »

:cb2: The gun I carry on my person the most is a Glock 21, however, my backup is an excellent little East German Makarov in 9x18.

mellow_1 · « **Reply #9 on:** July 05, 2004, 08:03:39 PM »

I am Canadian and sadly I cannot carry legally :cry: I think I would like a SA .357 blackhawk if I could though, I don't even think I would care too much about concealing it.
More than carrying for protection I wish we could hunt with handguns though.... Sometimes it sucks to be canadian.

Greeenriver · « **Reply #10 on:** July 06, 2004, 09:49:07 AM »

I'm somewhat surprised, but not a lot. The .380 that so many people disregard as a defense weapon is running strongly in second place here.
I really figured the pole would be running stronger to the larger cal.'s.

I firmly believe that a large cal is better than a small cal, but a small cal that you can hit with beets the hell out of a large cal that you miss with.

It is gratifing to see that I'm not alone on using the .380 the most. I also like the 32H&R Mag if loaded right.

Greeenriver(I have been known to also carry a .45lc SAA. But I can hit with the first shot from it REAL good.)

TOGO · « **Reply #11 on:** July 06, 2004, 03:27:25 PM »

I picked up a couple of those Hungarian PA-63's in 9mm Makarov, one of them shoots my reloads and the Russian steel cased ammo without malfuctions, I even ran a couple boxes of .380's through it without problems. The other has issues using the Russian ammo, but fires my reloads reliably, I think the chamber might be slightly under sized. The pistol has a nice slim design that sits comfortably in my waist band ( don't care much for holsters ) That's what I carry all of the time.

strider72 · « **Reply #12 on:** July 07, 2004, 04:18:13 AM »

I did think there would be more .32 ACP votes than there is with all the Kel-tec P32s, Beretta .32 Tomcats, NAA Guardians, and Seecamps that are out there now. I just don't see toting a 1911 around all day. Hell, my Glock 19 gets to be a drag to carry all day on occasion. But my P32 stays with me anytime short of sleepytime and I don't even know it's there. Backpocket carry of course.

Nanook 450 · « **Reply #13 on:** July 11, 2004, 02:46:04 PM »

Packing the new S&W 325 45 acp or the old Kimber Pro CDP.

JOE MACK · « **Reply #14 on:** July 13, 2004, 07:33:50 PM »

For CCW when I go where I'm licensed, I pack a Colt Combat Commander worked over by the Gunsite gunsmithy or a Glock 36 with night sights. Many times I'll just slip a S&W 642 into a pocket. :wink:

Totin'a10 · « **Reply #15 on:** July 14, 2004, 02:23:03 PM »

If I'm clothed I'm wearin' a .44 spl and a surefire flashlight minimum. 99% of the time I carry two guns. Either two .44 spls or a .44spl and a 10mm. I can't stress enough the importance of the surefire!!

Ron T. · « **Reply #16 on:** July 14, 2004, 04:28:01 PM »

Like another post here stated, my Kel-Tec P3AT in .380 ACP is my constant companion outside my home. I have a CCW Permit and take full advantage of it.

There is no handgun as small in size (approx. 3"x5"x.76") and weight (approx. 10 oz fully loaded), as powerful (221 ft/lbs M.E. using +P loads) and with the capacity (6+1 rounds) of the Kel-Tec .380 semi-automatic pistol... and that's why it is the one I carry.

I have a dozen other handguns ranging from a couple of Colt 1911A1's in .45 ACP all the way down to a North American .22 rimfire "mini-revolver", but the Kel-Tec P3AT is the "best compromise" for CCW purposes.

As with any firearm used for self-defense, totally reliability is a "MUST"!!! Always make sure you THOROUGHLY test your weapon of choice... your LIFE might very likely depend on it!!!

Strength & Honor...

Ron T.

Redhawk1 · « **Reply #17 on:** July 14, 2004, 04:33:15 PM »

I pack a Colt Defender in 45ACP. I also have a NAA 22MAG tucked in the pocket 24/7.

encoreshooter · « **Reply #18 on:** August 23, 2004, 12:50:44 AM »

Well, depending on what I'm wearing and what mood I'm in, it could be a Glock 19, 26, Ruger GP100, NAA Black Widow (.22 mag) or a Springer 1911A1. Man, it's great to have choices!

dawei · « **Reply #19 on:** August 23, 2004, 03:04:06 AM »

Quote from: Ron T.

Like another post here stated, my Kel-Tec P3AT in .380 ACP is my constant companion outside my home. I have a CCW Permit and take full advantage of it.

There is no handgun as small in size (approx. 3"x5"x.76") and weight (approx. 10 oz fully loaded), as powerful (221 ft/lbs M.E. using +P loads) and with the capacity (6+1 rounds) of the Kel-Tec .380 semi-automatic pistol... and that's why it is the one I carry.

I have a dozen other handguns ranging from a couple of Colt 1911A1's in .45 ACP all the way down to a North American .22 rimfire "mini-revolver", but the Kel-Tec P3AT is the "best compromise" for CCW purposes.

As with any firearm used for self-defense, totally reliability is a "MUST"!!! Always make sure you THOROUGHLY test your weapon of choice... your LIFE might very likely depend on it!!!

Strength & Honor...

Ron T.

Ron: To the best of my knowledge SAAMI only recognizes three (3) +P cartridges:

257 Roberts, 38 Special, and 45ACP. ALL THE REST; ie: 380ACP, 40S&W, etc....... are just marketing ploys of the individual manufacturer.

I'm not trying to flame you or throw you under the bus!!! I did my research in several loading manuals, Sierra, Speer, & Nosler to name a few as well as "Cartridges of the World". If you know of other documented evidence to the contrary; please share. Regards to you & yours........

Totin'a10 · « **Reply #20 on:** August 24, 2004, 06:27:51 AM »

:wink: A second .44 spl or a 10mm 98% of the time! :-D

S.S. · « **Reply #21 on:** August 26, 2004, 03:10:21 AM »

HEY MELLOW_1 ........ Migrate South !!!

jhm · « **Reply #22 on:** August 26, 2004, 04:24:27 AM »

well a 9mm all the time. I usually see several people on a daily basis and was surprised to see the 45 ACP leading in the poll as most of the people I know who do carry all the time usually carry a lighter caliber, I have and still carry a officers model 45, but as a rule its a 9mm for me.

JIM

oldhunter · « **Reply #23 on:** August 26, 2004, 02:53:06 PM »

Either .38 special or .44 special snubs. Both with Hornady JHP/XTP loads.

jimmyp50 · « **Reply #24 on:** August 26, 2004, 03:06:46 PM »

I guess I just trust 5 shot S&W 38's to work all the time....

Ron T. · « **Reply #25 on:** August 29, 2004, 05:42:00 AM »

Dawei & Cknight98...

I am not "flamed", but it seems odd that Kel-Tec was fooled as well that, as you say, there is no such thing as a "+P load" for the .380 ACP. On page 3 of Kel-Tec's P-3AT's instruction manual, Kel-Tec has the following sentence after the word "AMMUNITION"... "The P-3AT will accept +P ammunition, however not with continuous use."

You'd think the manufacturer of a firearm would have researched the subject completely and would "know" what ammo is available for the firearm they manufacture, eh?

Thanx for the "heads-up".

Strength & Honor...

Ron T.

Doc RD · « **Reply #26 on:** August 30, 2004, 04:49:25 PM »

I carry a Kimber Ultra II in .45 ACP in town and in the bush a Taurus 5 shot snub nose wheel gun in .45lc with stout loads and hard cast FP 260 gr. pills. Good bear medicine or other smaller vermin. I have a CCW but here I DON'T NEED IT!! :-D AK and VT are places that you don't need one for your 2 Amendment Rights. :-D :-D :wink:

My wife carries a Colt Detective loaded with Win. .38 +P STX. She has a Bersa in .380 but I trust the Colt more and she goes along with that.

Luego, Doc RD

Malamute · « **Reply #27 on:** November 10, 2004, 03:26:47 PM »

I didn't see the 45 Colt and 44 mag catagories? These are my first 2 choices. Why are folks having a trouble believing that carrying a 45 all day is difficult? A 7 1/2" Ruger Super Blackhawks are heavy for all day, but a 4 5/8" 45 Blackhawk is pretty easy, as is a 4" Smith 29.

IntrepidWizard · « **Reply #28 on:** November 10, 2004, 03:52:05 PM »

1911's are unbeatable for close to one hundred years,John Browning hit it dead on with the Colt 1911.

inluvwithsara · « **Reply #29 on:** December 02, 2004, 04:03:28 AM »

My main carry is my Glock 30...then in the woods and around the house, 44 SBH 4 5/8s...and for those, "I'm running to the store/taking the trash out, just a quick drop in the pocket is my 38spec model 36...

My glock is the most practical for most city and suberb things...though someday I'll get me a double action 44mag or 45colt in a 4-5 inch barrel...then the glock would be a city only gun...maybe a (shame on me) smith mountain gun...but more likely a ruger redhawk...
I know that autos are faster in most hands...but...past 50 feet, I am so much better with a wheel gun...and I can shoot anying as fast from the leather then a single action...

MALAMUTE gets an AMEN!!!!

In a GOOD rig...a steel gun is not a problem...I often spend the day in the woods with a ruger super redhawk with a 7 inch barrel...barely notice the weight...I will never understand the ultra lights...a shot one of them 357 ultra lights...hurt alot worse then a heavy load in my ruger 44's
I'd rather carry a shooter then shoot a carrier...

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What caliber do you carry more?

Author Topic: What caliber do you carry more? (Read 2444 times)