Kenny in Ohio uses a Kimber Micro 9 as his daily carry. He says it’s what he considers his “work” carry rather than “dress” carry. Back when the Micro 9 was brand new I reviewed it and found it to be a reliable little gun. However, because it’s a micro and only 6.1 inches long … Read more
With today’s pocket dump of a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 and another tactical pen comes another topic: personal defense ammo. Craig Wildfeuer lists his carry ammo of choice as Hornady Critical Duty which is a pretty solid choice. Hornady Critical Defense was originally designed more for civilian needs; Critical Duty was made for law … Read more
This pocket dump includes a Ruger LCP II, a .380 ACP pocket pistol that’s a vast improvement over its predecessor. From the grip to the trigger to the overall accuracy it’s a much better pistol. I’ve used mine as a BUG – back-up gun – from time to time. How many of you guys … Read more
This corrections officer from Washington State says this is his “brunch carry.” I couldn’t help but notice his gear is staged on a tree stump and his Treehut watch has a wooden band. There’s an Evergreen State joke in there somewhere. His GLOCK 43 – yes, another GLOCK 43 – is carried in a CYA … Read more
Gun owner FlyingFish says his main carry is this CZ Shadow 2. The Glock 43 in this IWB Kydex holster makes a solid backup gun – BUG – don’t you think?
Some say the .40 S&W is done, but many of us disagree. Dysfunctional vet thReaper carries a Glock 22 loaded with Federal .40 S&W 180 grain HST JHPs. After all, GLOCKs are nothing if not reliable and .40 has its benefits.
We haven’t done an official count, but if we had to guess which handgun is most-often depicted in our daily pocket dump posts, we’d guess it’s the trusty GLOCK 19. The G19 a bigger pistol than a lot of carriers want to tote on a daily basis, but, at least judging by what our friends … Read more
Everyday carry doesn’t just mean what you pack in your pockets. In Giovanni’s case, it includes what he carries in his car. As he says, Your vehicle is an extension of your dwelling and is your castle. It pays to hope for the best but plan for the worst, especially on a long roadtrip. Giovanni … Read more
A defensive knife, a good utilitarian blade and one of the most popular handguns in the history of the world ever. Mike’s simple, functional gear is no-nonsense and, best of all, affordable. Nothing here that you’ll cry over if you lose it. Plus, if you knock it around or ding it, who really cares?
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