Reviews, Questions and Comments from Facebook

There are many people responding with comments and questions on our web-site.  Here's just one great example of someone that is interested in continuing his education as it relates to carrying a concealed weapon.

Tom F

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  December 3

  
  

  • Tim, what are your thoughts on a concealed carry gun for a woman?
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  December 3

  Tim:

  • I think that unless they have some experience in shooting a handgun they should begin by carrying a small or mid-sized revolver. Once they are comfortable with it then move up to a double-action only semi-auto as it is most like the action of the revolver.
    Caliber is also a concern. 38 or 9mm would be my choice as the recoil is less than a large bore handgun and will prevent flinching when shooting.
    Size of the weapon carried should also be considered with the size of the hand. Some weapons are just too big for the female hand. Most now however have replaceable backstraps (semi-auto only) that can solve that problem.
    Ruger, Taurus or Smith and Wesson would be my recommendations.
    If you'd like to just start out with an easy to operate semi-auto I would strongly recommend the Ruger Sr9c. It is what I carry and it is a wonderfully easy to use, light recoil and very very accurate weapon.
    Consider also the importance of the holster and remember this: Don't buy a cheap holster. It will only frustrate you, cost you more in the future as you upgrade and you simply won't carry if it isn't comfortable. If you have a CCW then use it! That's why you got the permit. Not to leave it on the nightstand. Better to have it with you and not need it than to not have it and find that you need it.
    http://howtocarryaconcealedeweapon.com/
    
    
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  December 3

  Tom F

  • It looked like a very good site and I'll dig into it a bit more. I don't plan on skimping on the holster, it it doesn't let her carry easily then it isn't doing her any good.