Mustang-locked and cocked?

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I have had a .380Pocketlite Mustang for several years and have always carried it, one in the chamber and hammer down, understanding this is much slower in bringing it into action. Scott-McDougall's webpage (.380colt) recommends Condition-One as the way to go. How about some opinions from some other SA users out there, specifically addressing the lack of a grip safety. Thanks.
 
I have a highly customized Colt Mustang Pocketlite that I use as a back-up to my Defender. I carry it in a IWB holster. I have carried this little jewel for a while now. ALWAYS cocked n locked! The thumb safety on these guns rotate a "block" up into the hammer making it almost impossible to drop. ( I say almost because there is always that .000009% chance that something will break. about like getting hit by lightning) I have alot of confidence in this little gun ( because I built it) but you should have no problems with yours. Arent' these great little guns? When I get home my Defender goes in the safe... but I always have my Mustang.... In fact I'm wearing it as I type these very words!
CJB
" want MORE gun control? use BOTH hands! "
 
I'll admit that I was a little self concious about carrying mine at first in a pocket cocked and locked. One of the first things my father taught me was "SAFTIES FAIL - Never count on one." However, after carrying a Glock and learning to never put my finger inside the trigger guard till ready to fire and never removing the weapon from the holster without it pointing in a safe direction, my confidence is much stronger. In essence with a Glock I feel I've taken two saftey measures: Holstered gun won't fire and gun won't fire without putting my finger on the trigger. With that Mustang I've got three safties: the two previously mentioned and the thumb safety. In fact, I feel it's safer to carry a SA cocked and locked and not have to ever lower the hammer by hand than to be always fumbling with the hammer, either on the draw or while loading. The only AD I ever experienced was trying to lower the hammer on a Browning HP. The Mustang has a stiff safety and I feel confident that it will stay on, and even if it doesn't, there's no way I'm getting my finger inside that trigger guard until I'm ready to fire. JLee
 
I carry a Mustang a lot. It's a great little gun! I also carry hammer down round in chamber. I know this goes against the conventional 1911 wisdom, but the Mustang ain't a 1911!

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Condition 1 with a good pocket holster is the way to go. I own a gov't 380 pocketlite and had the same concerns. It isn't the 1911, but is close.
 
There are a few points that I left out of my first reply... I would like to stress the point of a GOOD HOLSTER! IWB,Beltslide, or Pocket Holster. I would NEVER just stick a Mustang in my pocket cocked n locked. That increases the chance of an accident due to something connecting with the trigger or safety. A good holster will cover the trigger completely. I also cant see carrying the Mustang with the hammer down. I don't think You could draw, pull the tiny hammer back, aim, and fire at a close range of 7yds. and in. Especially if the BG has the drop on you (wich they always do, being the aggresser) If you are highly concerned about carrying the Mustang, perhaps you should retire it and go to a DAO pocket pistol such as the NAA or Kel-Tec P-32. Don't sell it, All of Colt's pocket guns were dis-continued, and are gaining value rapidly ( those bastards!)
CJB
" want MORE gun control? use BOTH hands! "
 
Thanks very much for the input. The comments about trigger control and holsters were very helpful. I am saving up for another purchase, probably a P-32, but I can't seem to part with the Colt, it is a gem. Thanks again. tandem
 
While we are on the subject of Colt Mustang, I have a question. I have a Mustang Pocketlite 380 in blue. When I view the pistol from the side, the plastic guide rod protrudes out just a bit more then the barrel. This is with the slide in full battery so I was wondering why I can see the guide rod. Is this normal? look at the picture http://www.members.home.net/jimchiu1/mustang.jpg

thank you! :)
 
I really enjoy my Mustang Pocketlite. I've had it for a couple of years and it has never had a malfunction of any type. I carry it hammer down, with a round in the chamber in a wonderful BS-2 holster from M/D Enterprises. I also like to load the magazine with alternating rounds of Federal PD Hydra-Shoks and Glaser Blue's. The PD Hydra-Shok's have less recoil, and I hope will be easier on the pistol.
Actually I carry the Mustang more than my Glock. Especially in the summer. I also own a Kel-Tec P-32 and a NAA Guardian. Nothing wrong with having a little "ace in the hole" riding in a pocket holster.

Will

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thequickad,
That guide rod does seem to stick out a little far! Mine wasn't quite that bad . There are 2 things that I would do to solve that problem. ONE- replace that junker plastic guide rod and spring with a stainless one from SM&A . They work very good and look alot better. or TWO- I would just SELL that Mustang to ME. ( I don't have one in blued) You decide, but I think I would lean toward #2 if I were you!
CJB
 
Don't sell your Mustang to anyone, keep it, in a little while you will find them to be made out of 100 percent unobtanium. The same with the rest of the Colts...7th

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