Want pocket gun and gun for car...

[jopair]

I am not ashamed to say I deliver pizza... I have been involved in the pizza business for over 15 years, and plan to open a few pizzerias of my own. I have hardly ever been "worried" about being in danger, however; there ARE those times where I have gone to an unlit, unkempt house or trailer that makes me keep an eye on the bushes!

I have no formal training, and other than common sense, southern boy, gun is "ALWAYS LOADED," and don't point it at anything mentality, I need to learn!


I have pretty well decided on the Ruger LCP .380 for my pocket due to weight, size, smoothed shape, and price. Need suggestions on "pocket / wallet" holster for it. (Conceal-ability is key since I want tips to be from the heart).

What I now need to figure out is what I am going to put in the center armrest compartment of my car... I am not concerned on differences on .45 vs. 9mm.. just want the best gun for a beginner that will EASILY fit in a 5.5"x4.5" space. NOT FOR CARRY.. FOR ease of accessibility in my car.. Don't care if it deafens me and breaks my wrist!

Shotgun takes care of my house.

 

[Shadowbat]

I am not ashamed to say I deliver pizza... I have been involved in the pizza business for over 15 years, and plan to open a few pizzerias of my own. I have hardly ever been "worried" about being in danger, however; there ARE those times where I have gone to an unlit, unkempt house or trailer that makes me keep an eye on the bushes!

I have no formal training, and other than common sense, southern boy, gun is "ALWAYS LOADED," and don't point it at anything mentality, I need to learn!


I have pretty well decided on the Ruger LCP .380 for my pocket due to weight, size, smoothed shape, and price. Need suggestions on "pocket / wallet" holster for it. (Conceal-ability is key since I want tips to be from the heart).

What I now need to figure out is what I am going to put in the center armrest compartment of my car... I am not concerned on differences on .45 vs. 9mm.. just want the best gun for a beginner that will EASILY fit in a 5.5"x4.5" space. NOT FOR CARRY.. FOR ease of accessibility in my car.. Don't care if it deafens me and breaks my wrist!

Shotgun takes care of my house.

I have no qualms about using a .380 for self defense but something as small as the LCP has a lot of kick to it. You might want to load it with Hornady Critical Defense rounds. They have very low recoil yet do the job. As for the car, there are many handguns that size including the popular Ruger LC9.

 

[Etkini]

Not to put you down in any way, but you can read reviews until your eyes bug out of your head and still not have any idea if the firearm is a good fit for you. I suggest finding a range that rents out firearms or a friend with some, and just go spend a while really trying out the different ones to get a feel for them. You may decide you'd rather have a Ruger LC9, or a Glock, or a Springfield, or anything really. if you plan on having two firearms in your vehicle\at the ready at one time, may I suggest getting a combo like a Glock 17(or 19)/26 9mm, 22(or 23)/27 .40S&W, 21/30(or 36) .45ACP, or a Springfield XD/XDM fullsize\compact and subcompact, or even a fullsize 1911 and baby 1911 if that's your fancy? You would then need one ammo type, and the magazines would be interchangeable if the need arises. Now, I realize we're not planning to fight a war here, but having extra ammo and magazines never hurts. It would also make range time more fun and valuable, as you'd be able to blast through 19+ rounds of 9mm with the subcompact as opposed to 7 or 8. And also, you might even be able to interchange the holster depending on what it is.

I realize your comment on breaking your wrist was a joke, but again just make sure it's something you're 100% comfortable with. There's no sense trying to be a macho man and have a .500 S&W for self-defense if you can't shoot it well. Really though, the choice of caliber is up to you on what you decide, whether it be based on cost or personal beliefs. We all have one reason or another why we chose our particular caliber. I personally go with .40S&W because it's saved my ass a couple unfortunate times, and I trust it with my life. Honestly, there isn't much difference between the "big 3" when it comes down to it, except for cost involved. You can bring out the ballistics gelatin this and that, but a major vitals\brain shot is going to have the same effect regardless what size entry hole. In my experiences with shooting them, 9mm is a push and small pop, .40S&W is a pop, and .45ACP is a push type recoil, so it's all in what you're comfortable with, but again overall size and weight of the weapon will dictate felt recoil.

You may also find with the right holster and clothes, you might even be able to conceal a full-size handgun. I know quite a few of us do.

 

[Firefighterchen]

Do you lock your car doors when you deliver pizzas?

 

[~OtisM~]

If u don't own a glock, you have pepperoni nipples. Glock 26 or 27 would be perfect and could be your pocket gun too.

Or go revolver. A SW 642 series is a nice light .38. Or go for the .357 version of the airweight.

 

[bfreak72]

Ruger P 95 affordable and dependable. i would try and buy American

 

[The_Outlaw]

If u don't own a glock, you have pepperoni nipples. Glock 26 or 27 would be perfect and could be your pocket gun too.

OtisM, you clearly do not own nor have you ever 'pocket carried' a Glock 26 or 27.

While I do highly recommend either the Glock 26 or 27 for concealed carry (I carry the Glock 27
IWB Holster) neither of these baby Glocks are very good choices for actual 'pocket carry', unless you have some MIGHTY BIG A$$ pockets!:meeting:
Please stop giving out advice on things that you clearly don't know very much about buddy boy.:big_boss:

SMFH :no:

 

[The_Outlaw]

I am not ashamed to say I deliver pizza... I have been involved in the pizza business for over 15 years, and plan to open a few pizzerias of my own. I have hardly ever been "worried" about being in danger, however; there ARE those times where I have gone to an unlit, unkempt house or trailer that makes me keep an eye on the bushes!

I have no formal training, and other than common sense, southern boy, gun is "ALWAYS LOADED," and don't point it at anything mentality, I need to learn!


I have pretty well decided on the Ruger LCP .380 for my pocket due to weight, size, smoothed shape, and price. Need suggestions on "pocket / wallet" holster for it. (Conceal-ability is key since I want tips to be from the heart).

What I now need to figure out is what I am going to put in the center armrest compartment of my car... I am not concerned on differences on .45 vs. 9mm.. just want the best gun for a beginner that will EASILY fit in a 5.5"x4.5" space. NOT FOR CARRY.. FOR ease of accessibility in my car.. Don't care if it deafens me and breaks my wrist!

Shotgun takes care of my house.

Howdy!
Welcome to the forum! =-)

There is no shame to be in the Pizza business...
I have an uncle who used to own a pizza place and he made a very good living at it.

Common sense is an excellent character trait when it comes to handling firearms, so you are clearly off to a very good start imho.

The Ruger LCP is an excellent choice for pocket carry,
I have one & you will love carrying it daily because it easily 'disappears' inside your pocket.
But take heed, because of the LCP's very small size, it recoils/kicks like a mule!

As far as what to keep in your vehicle,
I would probably choose either a baby Glock or a .38 spcl snubby revolver.

But that is just my .02 cents of course.

 

[lc9'er]

Size matters ... when selecting a weapon. I have small hands and do not handle double stacks well. People with large hands sometimes can not comfortably shoot a sub compact pocket weapon.

Advice: visit a gun shop, tell them your use for this particular weapon, and then HOLD many different weapons, similar to trying on a shirt or pair of pants. Record the make, model of firearm. Come back to your gun forums and research issues other may have had, or good reviews. Then narrow the list down, try to shoot those on the list, then make your decision.

And, the pizza business is an honorable business, but you can get shot doing it ... I was shot delivering for the Papa. .25 cal lives outside my 5th rib now. 14 year old gang banger in St. Louis tried to rob me for $19.00. He spent 15 years in prison for it.

sent from ...

 

[bootsdeal]

For the car, carry a snubbie with 38+p, with at least with at least one speed loader. The LCP is great for the pocket. If the need ever arises, the snubbie can also be carried fairly easily in a pocket. My daily carry is a S&W 642 with the TCP738 as a back up. I'm seriously considering buying another TCP 738 in order to carry 2 of the same pistol. Then I can also carry 2 or 3 extra mags which will be interchangeable, and not have to worry about different ammo, different trigger pulls, different holsters, etc. Also, this will give me chance to practice with only one type of gun.

 

[Tea Man]

Get a pocket 9mm or a 38 snubbie rather than a 380. I used to have a Kel-tec PF9 and while it does kick you'd get used to it in no time. I shot over 1000 rounds through it and I decided to get a full size 9mm because I got hooked on target shooting. I wore that poor PF9 out. It's made for CC not target shooting though it'll do it. :biggrin:

 

[RussC]

I am not ashamed to say I deliver pizza... I have been involved in the pizza business for over 15 years, and plan to open a few pizzerias of my own. I have hardly ever been "worried" about being in danger, however; there ARE those times where I have gone to an unlit, unkempt house or trailer that makes me keep an eye on the bushes!

I have no formal training, and other than common sense, southern boy, gun is "ALWAYS LOADED," and don't point it at anything mentality, I need to learn!


I have pretty well decided on the Ruger LCP .380 for my pocket due to weight, size, smoothed shape, and price. Need suggestions on "pocket / wallet" holster for it. (Conceal-ability is key since I want tips to be from the heart).

What I now need to figure out is what I am going to put in the center armrest compartment of my car... I am not concerned on differences on .45 vs. 9mm.. just want the best gun for a beginner that will EASILY fit in a 5.5"x4.5" space. NOT FOR CARRY.. FOR ease of accessibility in my car.. Don't care if it deafens me and breaks my wrist!

Shotgun takes care of my house.

Jopair

I would not conceal a weapon un the car. I have had a car stolen and before they dumped the car they went through every possible hiding place in the car looking for anything valuable. I know had there been a gun an outlaw would be committing a crime with a gun registered in my name.

I am hesitant to pack a weapon in a fanny pack in fear I will leave the pack behind.

My only carry is in my front pocket and my choice is the S&W Shield 9mm in a Desanti holster. When the weapon is not on my person it is locked in my Gunvault on my night stand.

I always keep it loaded that is why I own a quick access Gunvault.

Russ

 

[GOV5]

For the car, carry a snubbie with 38+p, with at least with at least one speed loader. The LCP is great for the pocket. If the need ever arises, the snubbie can also be carried fairly easily in a pocket. My daily carry is a S&W 642 with the TCP738 as a back up. I'm seriously considering buying another TCP 738 in order to carry 2 of the same pistol. Then I can also carry 2 or 3 extra mags which will be interchangeable, and not have to worry about different ammo, different trigger pulls, different holsters, etc. Also, this will give me chance to practice with only one type of gun.

I have the same guns, and find that they work for me for the same reasons you stated they work for you. It's funny, I was thinking about getting a second TCP738 also...and fore the same reasons as you.

BTW, good advice given there.

Another gun I would have him look at is the Kel-Tec 3AT (380 ). Most folks that have them that I know carry them in their back pocket. They don't need no steenken" holster! LOL!

 

[no sheep]

I am not ashamed to say I deliver pizza...QUOTE]Link Removed beats this.

 

[glockcarry]

I pockey carried a lcp for a while I used a uncle mikes size 3 pocket holster did the job and was cheap I now pocket carry a s&w bodyguard 380 in the same holster. Get urself a good glock for Ur car I primary carry a g23

 

[eagleeyes]

outlaw had some sound advice and pocket carry lcp would be good cuz if you got robbed the thief would think you reaching in your pocket to give him your money but rather than your hand full of money it would be your gun so practice drawing it from your pocket in such a way that the crook won't see it coming til it's too late
best wishes as delivery drivers do get robbed often esp in funky areas

 

[gunnerbob]

Jopair, there is no shame in having a job... even if it's pizza delivery! My wife works at a pizza place while going to school!

Anyway, of course I suggest going to the range and trying afew different weapons and consult an instructor about carry options... I'm sure any decent gunshop will have a decent instructor.

Anyway, I like the Taurus TCP and Taurus .38Spl Ultralite for pocket carry. The LCP would be an excellent option as well! Any of the small frame S&W .38Spl options too... the options are everywhere! I would highly advise taking a class or two on top of your CCW training... it's worth the money!

Be safe, be responsible, and above all... have fun

 

[SGB]

Yummmmmm .......... Pizza

 

[decotriumph]

Of course opinions are just like you know what, but since you asked... For pocket carry, I'd go with a .38 small revolver, either a Ruger LCR or S&W Bodyguard, 642, or 442. I had a BG but it was too small for my hand; now I carry a 642 in an Uncle Mikes #3. Revolvers are ultra dependable, no risk of a FTE or FTF, no accidentally dropping the magazine out in a panic. Just point and shoot every time, even through a jacket pocket if necessary. And no offense to the semi-auto lovers among us (I have some of those too), but a revolver looks more intimidating to a bad guy than a .380 pocket rocket. In fact, an LCP looks a lot like some squirt guns I had when I was a kid. Just sayin'.

You definitely need to go to a gun shop and try some on. Stick 'em in your pocket and see how they feel, too.

 

[Shadowbat]

if you got robbed the thief would think you reaching in your pocket to give him your money but rather than your hand full of money it would be your gun

Everyone knows that when a mugger has a gun you hand over your wallet first. Then you point behind the bad guy's back and shout, "Oh my God! What is that?" That should distract him long enough for you to pull your gun out of your pocket, pick it up after dropping it, and then shoot him.