I was talking to a Nashville LEO at the gun store today about the best gun choice for concealed carry. I have a 38 spl, 357 Mag, sub-compact 9mm and sub-compact 45 on the short list. He said that in the average gun fight, they discharge 4.5 rounds determined from statistics. based on that, he did not recommend a 38 spl as a primary or only gun, but OK as a back up.
He recommended an auto and of the two on my list, he preferred the 45 over the 9mm, but because my wife may be carrying it as well, the 9mm would work fine also. He said if I was set on a revolver, go with the 357 Mag.
I asked him about any problems that may arise from OCing. He said that he carries open when off duty and his wife also carries open. He said if someone calls in complaining, all that can happen is a visit from a LEO to check your permit.
Anyway, I thought the round usage statistics were interesting, so I thought I'd share.
He recommended an auto and of the two on my list, he preferred the 45 over the 9mm, but because my wife may be carrying it as well, the 9mm would work fine also. He said if I was set on a revolver, go with the 357 Mag.
I asked him about any problems that may arise from OCing. He said that he carries open when off duty and his wife also carries open. He said if someone calls in complaining, all that can happen is a visit from a LEO to check your permit.
Anyway, I thought the round usage statistics were interesting, so I thought I'd share.