VIDEO HOW TO CARRY, WHEN TO CARRY AND WHY

The person we're featuring today is one of our favorite video presenters on YouTube.  Sometimes we think he has way too much money, too many weapons and more time on his hands than anyone should legally have.  However, he does know what he's talking about and this video is proof positive.  It's about 17 minutes long but worth watching all the way through.  You'll learn excellent points as it relates to carrying a concealed weapon.  We hope you enjoy it.

CCW MAP FOR PERMITS HONORED FROM OTHER STATES IN MICHIGAN

Here's is a current map that indicates which states will honor the CCW permit issued by Michigan.  These states also have a reciprocity agreement with Michigan.  You can carry in their state and they can carry in Michigan.

THE PURPOSE OF PANTS

So, what comes first the weapon or the pants?  That's an interesting question and likely one that you either haven't thought about before or you have thought about it and still haven't arrived at the correct answer.  Today we're going to suggest some answers to the ever-present problem of carrying your weapon in the best place with the utmost of concealment.

More years ago than I even care to remember I began having to carry a concealed weapon as part of my work.  My wardrobe was the last thing I was considering at the time.  I was far more concerned with the weapon that would serve my purposes at the moment.  It needed to be large enough in caliber to provide adequate protection for myself and those around me while still being small enough in size to be able to conceal well.  It was indeed a dilemma which for a long time gave me fits.

Eventually I decided that I needed to focus more on the proper weapon than I did on the clothes that would help me conceal it and so I decided on carrying a Springfield Armory 45 caliber semi-automatic with a 5-inch barrel in stainless steel finish.  This allowed me to be properly armed and allowed good balance as it related to shot placement.

Choosing the correct holster in which to carry this large weapon was my next concern.  It needed to be a high quality holster that would afford me comfort while still being easy to carry for an extended time each day.  Sometimes that meant that I would be carrying this weapon for more than 8 hours each day.  Needless to say this was a major concern.  What I found was that it was impractical to try to put the weapon in an inside the pants holster as it was just too large.  I then went to a vertical shoulder holster but soon learned that when drawing the weapon it made me swing the barrel of the weapon toward things other than my intended target.  This was also the case with a horizontal shoulder rig.  It again required me to swing the barrel of the weapon in directions that I thought to be unsafe.  So what was I to do?  Well, in the end I decided on a paddle holster.  It didn't require a belt to hold it securely and was available in either leather or nylon.  I have never been a fan of nylon holsters so went with the leather holster.  Even after hours of carry each day it was comfortable, didn't shift positions as I wore it and was fairly easy to conceal beneath a jacket or a sweater.

After having solved that problem I was faced with another one that being the concealment of a second weapon as a back up.  I chose to carry a small revolver as it allowed me to carry it in a jacket pocket or a pants pocket.  The revolver I chose did not have a hammer thereby avoiding the problem of it snagging on clothing when I drew it from the holster, jacket or pocket.  A semi-automatic weapon would have allowed one shot but then, because of the action, would have made the weapon useless for any further shots without it being total out of the protective pocket or holster.  A revolver was the best choice.

Eventually I had to chose a summer holster.  Weather considerations were a big factor for carry as the location I worked would sometimes be over 100 degrees on some days and wearing a jacket or a sweater simply was not possible.  I had to find a way to conceal my weapons without "printing" or showing to anyone on the street that I was armed.  The solution was an inside the pants holster.  With it I could carry the weapon and cover it well enough with a shirt that was untucked and nobody would know that I was armed.  It did take some getting used to however because the pants that I wore were purchased before the weapon and were therefore not designed to have a weapon stuffed between the belt and my body.  It was very uncomfortable to say the least.  The solution was obvious.  I had to change my wardrobe to fit the gun rather than try to carry a weapon that fit the wardrobe that I already had.  Once I discovered this simple solution it was no longer a problem.

And that's what you must do also.  If your weapon has become part of your daily wardrobe and you must wear it for many hours each day you must simply change your wardrobe to fit the weapon you're carrying.  Not doing so will create a dangerous situation as it could give away the fact that you are armed at a time when that really should not be known by anyone.  That's why it is called "concealed" carry.

It's time now for you to head to your local clothing store and begin trying on new pants.  Of course to know exactly if the weapon will fit properly concealed you'll have to have it on your person so you can go into the fitting room and be sure it's going to work.  Don't simply go buy bigger wasted pants, bring them home and learn too late that you've chosen the wrong size.  Cuts on clothing are different by brand and style.  You must try them on before the purchase and with the weapon in place.

Don't worry.  Nobody's going to come into the dressing room with you.  They'll never know!

Kel Tec PF9

PF-9

The PF-9 is a semi-automatic, locked breech pistol, chambered for the 9mm Luger cartridge. It has been developed from our highly successful P-11 and P-3AT pistols with maximum concealability in mind. The PF-9 has a single stack magazine holding 7 rounds. It is the lightest and flattest 9 mm ever made. Firing mechanism is Double-Action Only with an automatic hammer block safety.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Calibers:	9mm Luger                      9 x 19 mm
Weight unloaded:	12.7 oz.                           360g
Loaded magazine:	5.5 oz.                             156g
Length:	5.85"                               149mm
Height:	4.3"                                 109mm
Width:	0.88"                                22mm
Barrel Length:	3.1"                                 79mm
Capacity:	7 + 1
Trigger Pull:	5 lbs                                22.2N

The rear sight is a new design and is adjustable for windage with the supplied allen wrench as well as for elevation with the use of shims (not included). The included 7 round rectangular magazine is supplied with a finger extension base plate and numbered holes. The under barrel accessory rail shares the dimensions of the MIL-STD-1913 picatinny rail although there is only one locking notch in the forward position.

Description	MSRP
Blued Finish	$ 333.00
Parkerized Finish	$ 377.00
Hard Chrome Finish	$ 390.00

SHOES BOOTS AND WHY YOUR CHOICE COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE

Here is a subject that I can pretty much guarantee you've never considered as it relates to carrying a concealed weapon; shoes and boots.  Yes, the choice you make in the footwear you put on every day is just as important as choosing the correct holster for your weapon.  Here's why:

Consider how many hours each day you wear your shoes or boots.  Also take into consideration how many of those hours you are actually up and walking.  Then consider the fit and material of the foot wear.  Add all of that up and you begin to see how important the choice of footwear is.  It is very important to chose the correct footwear when you consider all the information you've gathered from above and then add to it the weight of the weapon you'll be carrying.  Generally the weight of a weapon can be from 1 pound up to 3 1/2 pounds.  If you're going to walk any distance at all for any extended length of time you'll begin to understand that being comfortable in the foot wear you've chosen has a direct bearing on how long you'll actually wear your weapon. The weight of your weapon is something you must get used to.  It takes time and proper placement.  If you then have to also try to get used to footwear that doesn't fit correctly, is too hard soled or has no support it all begins to break down your comfort and suddenly you begin to wonder why your back hurts, your feet hurt and you just can't seem to get comfortable.
If you're a woman the problem is multiplied.  You have fewer choices in footwear due to fashion and environment.  You might work in an office or walk to different meetings each day.  You might have to be in and out of your vehicle while wearing a dress, skirt or business suit.  It all adds up to making the choice of footwear one that is more difficult than it is for a man.  Man just puts on his shoes and heads out the door.  You, as a woman, must wear shoes or boots that fit your outfit for the day.  Now add into the equation the fact that you're carrying a concealed weapon somewhere on your person and it just gets more difficult.

Would you really want to be wearing this type of shoe if you're carrying a weapon on your side that weighs up to 3 pounds?  No, I didn't think so.  The style is nice but just not made for extended periods of weight bearing sessions.  If perhaps the heel was shorter it could work but I believe it would be to your advantage to chose something with a low heel and some arch support.  Trust me, you're going to need it.

Well, that is enough to chew on for today.  I hope by now that you understand that you can't just put on your holster, cover it up with a shirt or jacket and head out the door.  8-10 hours from now you'll regret not having put some serious thought into your choice of footwear.

Think about it for a while and we'll be back to visit you again very soon.  Until then be safe, be well and watch your back.

CCW TOPIC GARNERS RESPONSES

Well, we've started the ball rolling on the topic of concealed carry.  Below are two of the responses we've gotten thus far.  Both are from the same person, a female, who believes that carrying a concealed weapon is a smart thing to do.

We agree with her and think you'll agree with her logic.

Winona K said:  I am a Christian.  I don't carry because I want to kill someone. But there are a lot of crazy people out there anymore, and you never know when the criminal might be carrying. And being a woman... we are at risk more than men because we are women. THAT is a huge safety factor. If more women carried, fewer might be kidnapped and killed.

I wonder if less people would have been killed in Arizona when the senator took a bullet to the brain, if some of the people that were carrying, would have killed the killer before he had a chance to take out so many innocent people.  Its people who are blind to our reality these days, that will wish someone had a gun when they are faced with life or death circumstances like the one in Arizona. Someday it could be you, and won't you be glad the stranger next to you had that concealed weapon and used it to save your life?

RUGER SR9 COMPACT REVIEW

If you're looking for a great carry gun that's easy to conceal, dependable and rugged then look no further than the Ruger SR9c.

We believe that it is one of the best compact handguns in the market today with safety features and an adjustable triple dot system, setting it apart from other compacts that rely on fixed sights.

The SR9c has a 1.27" slim grip just like the full-sized SR9 and comes with two 10-round magazines with the second magazine featuring a grip adapter. It's available in two models: the SR9c Brushed Stainless and the SR9c Blackened alloy. Even for such a compact pistol, it features a rail that can accommodate  standard lasers or lights. what is also a good feature of this handgun is visual and tactile loaded chamber factor.

The SR9c compact pistol gives customers a very comfortable carry option in a reliable, 9mm platform. Incorporating the best features of the full-sized SR9, the SR9c offers an even smaller, more concealable option, ideal for discreet carry. The SR9c compact pistol weighs 24 oz. and features an overall length of 6.875", a height of 5.00", and the same slim 1.27" grip width as the full-sized SR9. It comes with two magazines that provide options in both capacity and grip size. The standard magazine holds 10 rounds and features a flat bottom butt plate; a finger grip extension floor plate also is included. The second magazine features a grip adapter and holds 17 rounds, instantly transforming the smaller, compact grip into a full-sized 9mm grip. The 3.50" barreled pistol features an integral accessory rail that accommodates most lights and lasers.

The Ruger SR9c compact pistol utilizes the same adjustable, high-visibility 3-Dot sight system as its full-sized predecessor, setting it apart from many compact pistols that offer only fixed sights. New serrations are located on the front portion of the slide, making it easier to both manipulate the slide and to press check the chamber. The SR9c features a glass-filled nylon frame and through-hardened slide in either a brushed stainless or blackened finish. It also is available with two, 10 round magazines for those states or locales that limit magazine capacity.

Just like the original, full-sized SR9, the SR9c is loaded with modern safety features like a 1911-style ambidextrous manual safety, internal trigger bar interlock and striker blocker, trigger safety, magazine disconnect, plus a visual and tactile loaded chamber indicator.

If you're looking for a high quality, inexpensive handgun that is easy to conceal, wonderfully simple to shoot and dependable we strongly recommend this excellent Ruger firearm.  Average cost is around $450.00 and discounts are generally available through your local firearm dealer.

Carrying A Concealed Weapon. Your Life Depends On It.

It isn't often that you come across a web-site that is accurate, informative and useful in your everyday life.  That changes now!

As experts in the field of concealed carry and with years of experience to back up what we have to offer you'll find that this will be the last site you'll ever need as it relates to concealed carry and the safety of your friends, your family and yourself.

You can't depend on anyone but yourself to remain safe in today's society.  If you're not willing and able to defend those that you love, who will?  Police response is slow at best and it isn't their responsibility to prevent the crime.  They are responsible for investigating and prosecuting it after the fact.  You can't wait that long.  You must prevent anything that can harm you or your loved ones and friends.

So how do you do that?  Well, we would suggest getting your concealed weapons permit and then actually using it.  You'd be surprised how many people take the required classes and then never pick up a weapon again.  Not smart!

We're going to help change that mental attitude.  We'll convince you through our writings and video training just how important it is to take action and be safe.  We are sure you'll find great value in what we have to offer.  We've worked for over 45 years combined in the law enforcement and security fields and we know what we're talking about.  Now it's time to share that knowledge.  Stay with us.  You won't be sorry you did and the life you save could be your own.

We'll see you again soon with our first training posting.  Until then though be safe, be prepared and watch your back.