After working toward it - and lots of waiting - for almost a year, I got my carry permit just over a month ago. While waiting, I had plenty of time to think it over. I decided that at first, while I'm getting used to carry, it would be safest to carry in condition 3 (full mag, no round in the chamber).
I have two carry semi-autos - in California, you can put up to three specific guns on your permit. One is a Kahr CW9 (9mm), and the other is a Glock 29SF (10mm). Neither gun as a trigger lock safety - like a 1911, or Baretta 92.
So while I am getting used to my various "choreographies," - holstering at home and in the car; locking in its under-seat car container when needed, taking it out, etc. You know, just getting used to doing all the things associated with its handling. I decided to do so in condition 3 - in case something in my handling routine would grab the trigger. I rack the slide - cocking the striker - then insert the mag. That way, if I do something wrong while handling, I'll hear the "click," telling me that maneuver is a no-no.
Well, I have never heard a click, but I still carry condition 3. The third gun I have on my permit is a revolver. I have no problem carrying it fully loaded and ready to go; and its discharging is just a trigger pull away - just like the semi-autos. But yet, I feel it's somehow different. (I'm a revolver guy.)
So here I am a month down the road, and the thought of one in the pipe with the striker cocked at all times just makes me nervy.
I'm not even sure if I have a question here. I guess I just want some thoughts and opinions on the subject from those who conceal carry.
Thanks.
I have two carry semi-autos - in California, you can put up to three specific guns on your permit. One is a Kahr CW9 (9mm), and the other is a Glock 29SF (10mm). Neither gun as a trigger lock safety - like a 1911, or Baretta 92.
So while I am getting used to my various "choreographies," - holstering at home and in the car; locking in its under-seat car container when needed, taking it out, etc. You know, just getting used to doing all the things associated with its handling. I decided to do so in condition 3 - in case something in my handling routine would grab the trigger. I rack the slide - cocking the striker - then insert the mag. That way, if I do something wrong while handling, I'll hear the "click," telling me that maneuver is a no-no.
Well, I have never heard a click, but I still carry condition 3. The third gun I have on my permit is a revolver. I have no problem carrying it fully loaded and ready to go; and its discharging is just a trigger pull away - just like the semi-autos. But yet, I feel it's somehow different. (I'm a revolver guy.)
So here I am a month down the road, and the thought of one in the pipe with the striker cocked at all times just makes me nervy.
I'm not even sure if I have a question here. I guess I just want some thoughts and opinions on the subject from those who conceal carry.
Thanks.