Hickok45 Talks About Choosing A Carry Pistol

[@timothyadcock5103]

If choosing a firearm seems difficult wait till you try to choose a holster. 😅

[@BikeThrottleOfficial]

I’m sure the good people at ALABAMA HOLSTERS will help with that! 😉

[@timothyadcock5103]

@ I’ll toss the softballs and you spank them out of the park. Well done. 😁

[@NCLUSA]

Fobus holsters. They make just about every type of holster for every gun. Get a paddle holster, easy on, easy off.

[@ron02simpson]

And a carry method.

[@svbarryduckworth628]

@timothyadcock5103 after going through a few holsters one realizes that they aren't at all the same and even the best can't fix the issue of choosing the wrong pistol. Those who actually carry concealed everywhere everyday for years know. Those who just dabble at the commitment never really have as many issues.

[@michigunsanta8680]

I’ve got a million small carryable semi autos but the older I get the more I like just a simple snubbie revolver. I’ve been carrying my 6 shot S&W UC432 in 32HR magnum. It’s been great. 👍🏻

[@dugie5246]

Right on. I'm in same boat. I love my Ruger lcr 327mag snubbed. I use a Masters leather holster in cool to cold weather for ease of concealment and sticky pocket holster in summer. Most of the time I don't even realize I'm still carrying until I may need it. Just harder to find shorts with deep pockets. And always carry speed loader.

[@davidguy7335]

The older I get the more I like more full size like a SAR 9X

[@SportsKingReacts]

Good thing you never had to use it. 😂

[@LAG3]

I've come to the same conclusion. I prefer the Ruger LCR. I carry the .38 Special most of the time in a sticky holster. You need at least a light jacket or hoodie here 9 months of the year. I can pocket carry it in my jacket/vest. Then quickly and easily stick it IWB. For the experts saying 5 shots isn't enough I ask "Not enough for what?" To stop the attack? It's a get off me tool. I think it's a better "fighting" pistol cuz it never jams even if making contact shots. If I run it dry I have other options on my person at all times. Impact tools, flashlight, knife.

[@epSherman]

Choosing a carry gun isn't the hardest part... picking a comfortable and good quality holster is!

[@f.puttroff4470]

I use a lock leather holster.

[@homeofinventions]

No problem. Just walk around with it at the low-ready position.

[@demetriuscooksey7147]

Milt Sparks. Your welcome.

[@getoffmylawn8986]

And belt.

[@LoganVanders]

@@demetriuscooksey7147 Agreed. It is worth the wait.

[@wmcrockett3637]

With the size of our family, my wife had the opportunity to try may options. She couldn't stop flinching with a simi auto because she knew the casings was going to fly out. She now carries an S&W 38 special with a 2 in barrel. She is good enough to put 6 rounds in the bottom of a coke can at 10-15 yards. Point is find what you are comfortable with.

[@jaydee5156]

When it comes to capacity, I'm reminded of a 2013 incident where a man broke into a home in Georgia. Inside the home was a mother and her two children. In spite of the mother warning him that she had a gun, the intruder cornered the mother and her two children in the attic. She fired five rounds of .38 into his face and torso, puncturing his lungs, liver and stomach. Her handgun was empty. Still, he was able to get into his car and drive away. He was apprehended later and hospitalized, where he was placed on a ventilator for a time. Unfortunately, he survived and is serving time. What if he hadn't been alone?

[@gunbutter830]

If we're sticking to real life situations, pretty much any criminal who witnesses his co-criminal getting hit 5 times is usually going to run. They are cowardly by nature. He's probably going to book it after the 1st shot. I would also point out that for the criminal to get hit that many times that it meant that he got really close (she was in an attic) so he was probably walking up the stairs, or ladder, which would have put that dumbass in tight kill box. Again, not many people would continue to press an attack after that. That being said, it probably would have been better if she had an auto with a 10+ round mag but she got through ok. Kudos to her.

[@SPARTANLuis067]

​@@gunbutter830I agree that most criminals are indeed cowards, but I would also never put my family's life on the line for a "probably". Good for her for arming herself and using her tool, but it's a shame to be in that situation with an empty gun. And extremely scary. Even the most small and pitiful of Glocks hold more than a .38 revolver, so I hope afterwards she upgraded to at least a 10+ rd 380, if not a full 9mm

[@jaystevens427]

This is one of the utmost purest honest and realistic personal carry videos I've ever seen. For new comers and veterans ...and I been watching this channel for a long time!. Thank you !!

[@PlanCthruZ]

Sir, you have given me MORE good advice than anyone else on the planet. I am making a promise to you right now. As soon as I pay off my debt, which I have diligently payed down over the last year or so, a donation to you in some form will be my first expenditure. For now I am subbed and will thumbs up every video, and comment whenever I have something to add to the conversation. Please take care and God Bless America. Love to your family. Safety Happiness and Health to all compassionate and caring Patriots who read this.

[@warriorxtman2]

*paid

[@DonJoesph]

This is exactly how you end up with a collection of weaponry.

[@eb1684]

I had to make a new year's resolution once to stop buying guns.

[@smctrout4423]

@@eb1684 How long before you broke it?

[@eb1684]

@@smctrout4423 It was about 8-10 years. I finally broke down and bought a Colt Python, matt stainless finish. It was beautiful but I hardly shot it and finally sold it.

[@peterraab3411]

Lmfao

[@gorillaboy3000]

@@eb1684haha how many in your collection before you made this resolution?

[@MrRebar15]

*Hickok45 Clips* Your up early this morning. Thank-you sir for taking the time to bring us along. GOD Bless.

[@thefrogking481]

You don't know how uploads work huh?

[@MrRebar15]

@@thefrogking481 OH, thank-you o-swami of the you-tube world for setting me straight.

[@jimhmod]

@@MrRebar15 It does appear he is sweating, in January. It's 38 degrees here in middle Tenn. at 12:48pm

[@MrRebar15]

@@jimhmod I understand that, he POSTED it early this morning!!!!

[@Jleitte]

The rest of the country is in winter.

[@MaxMueller47]

Many concealed weapons hurt to carry. One may laugh, but I have carried a Beretta 22 Bobcat pocket pistol for 30 years.

[@Cyb3rCl3ric]

This gentleman is a National Treasure.

[@davidmann4533]

I wouldn’t go that far😂

[@JohnLovell-FTW]

This was the best capacity talk I've ever heard. Thanks Hickok45!

[@John_D67]

Excellent content. My 43X w/Dagger micro slick 15 rd mag is my choice of carry. Conceals like a dream. 👍🏻

[@michaelschaffer9165]

Great video! I've carried since 88 and I've been through a lot of different edc pistols. Now mostly just an LCR but occasionally a 365 or 43X. Right now an 856 Defender. But mostly the LCR.

[@majorpayne5289]

👍I carry a small RUGER 9mm or SW Shield PLUS in summer as attire is much less. Sometimes just the LCP. Fall & winter carry, I get the larger ones out. Rotate my SIG 229, SW 4006, my 40s. Many of my larger, heavier revolvers get out too and 1791 OWB leather has a chance to breathe with a good, sturdy belt. Past few weeks I have enjoyed the older, heavy REALL METAL ones. Thx Hickok45, you’re the best. 👍🇺🇸

[@jameslogan6127]

Good and thoughtful advice as usual. I’m older but didn’t get into guns until 2020. I’m retired military so nothing against guns but still wasn’t particularly knowledgeable so it’s been a journey. I’m right there with you now. I have a range of pistols as large as the Dan Wesson Specialist which I actually lugged around for awhile with an inside the waistband leather holster 😅. Now at 43oz loaded it’s a range gun. I too have numerous pistols, nothing compared to you of course, but more than several. I now find myself frequently carrying my P238 .380 in a sticky holster and I sometimes carry a little P938 Legion in a leather holster and I’ve stopped worrying about capacity. I do take my S&W M&P .40 in a leather holster, I’ve switched to always leather, when I walk the dog at night winter or summer sometimes the Kimber Ultra Carry II 45 ACP 3”. Over time I find myself sensitive to weight. Once in a great while I’ll carry a M11a1/P229 that I bought because I like the military version but I’m into smaller guns now. I also carry infrequent my P365 XL and P365SAS as a pocket carry in a sticky holster. I like it but I’ve slowly become more of a thumb safety sorta guy. I go to the range frequently and shoot most of my guns regularly. I like that as if you go daily you figure the times when nobody’s there. Shooting the big guns and the guns like my. Kimber K6s 2” or the Colt Python 4.25” neither of which have I ever carried I find really help me in learning to effectively shoot smaller guns. I just purchased a S&W CSX 9mm which I’m liking although it’s a bit larger for pocket carry and I’m gonna pick up the new S&W 380 2.0 first chance I get. I looked at one and it’s just my size and way lighter than either the P238 or the P938 which are both fairly hefty medal guns for their size. I’ve also taken several pistol courses which I would have argued I didn’t need, but I did which also helped. I’m 6’5” with larger hands not like your 6’9” and larger hands but still slightly problematic. I guess my advice is get started and you’ll figure it out and the more time, money, and focus you add the clearer your choice. But in the end it’s like that FBI thing I’ve heard on KZbin videos about gunfights being 3 seconds, 3 meters, 3 shots in the end anyway. Good talk got me thinking and got me going.

[@A4152-p8l]

Hickok, If anything, You never talk too much!! We always make time to hear whats on your mind.You are one of the few who makes sense!! Long Live Hickok45 !!! Lets have a Great 2025!!

[@charlesroux8]

For me, the most important factor is carrying it everyday. It needs to be small enough and comfortable enough that you'll carry, but big enough that you can shoot it proficiently. Find a Gun Range where you can rent different handguns to try, or ask a buddy to try some of theirs. Most days for me, its a S&W shield 1.0 9mm ( 8 rd primary, spare 9 rd mag ).

[@NCmtnMan89]

One thing I have learned is a firearm and a holster will vary from person to person. What works for one dosent necessarily work for another.

[@D.L.W.]

My every day carry is a Glock 42 with Trijicon HD XR Night Sights and a 9 round ETS magazine fitted with an XGRIP for a full three-finger grip. I load the magazine with 8 rounds maximum, plus one in the chamber, to ensure 100% reliability. Ammo of choice is Underwood Extreme Penetrator 380+P. This combination has very little recoil, is very controllable and EXTREMELY accurate! I carry it 24/7 in a DeSantis Nemesis Pocket Holster and honestly it's so light and compact that I forget it's there. The best self-defense pistol is the one you never leave home without!

[@timg7627]

Aside from shoot-ability and comfort one detail not often discussed is being able to draw from concealed while also getting proper grip placement.

[@homeofinventions]

No problem. Just walk around with it at the low-ready position.

[@callmesceptical9114]

I walk around with my hand in pocket ✌️

[@homeofinventions]

@@callmesceptical9114 That is something altogether different...

[@bobroberson9286]

I've been carrying all my life & at 75 I'm not for from the beginning, a S&W mod 40 (lemon squeezer) & a 365XL (14 + 1) and sometimes a 1911 . I've been thru a bunch to get to these three EDC(NO 380's)

[@LAG3]

My journey started with the S&W 3914/3913. Tried a Kel-Tec P-3AT. Then a Smith 442 J-frame. Currently I own 3 Rugers; LC9S Pro (no external safety, no mag disconnect), LCR 38 Special, and the LCP MAX .380. The only thing that keeps me from carrying the LCP MAX all the time is the trigger. I'm not comfortable carrying a gun like that in my pocket. I have a Kydex holster but it's bulky. Works perfectly IWB. The revolver meets my current needs. Easy to carry and conceal, 109% reliable for me with whatever I feed it. The trigger is the deciding factor for me in favor of the LCR. I was not skilled enough when I owned the J-frame to shoot it accurately. The .22LR and 22Mag versions are on my wishlist. New York Reload.

[@opencarry3860]

Daily open carry allows the size, holster, and weight as not being your restrictions in what you carry. I only regretted not open carrying sooner, going on my 29th year of daily open carry.

[@theopencarryguy5.0]

I'm right there with ya brother 🇺🇲🇺🇲🎤🎤

[@winnon992]

I’m glad you live in a Free State ! I do too. If not I’d move !

[@davidmann4533]

Not moving just to open carry that’s asinine 😂

[@LastOne-t3o]

😂​@@davidmann4533

[@oldcop18]

My LE career began in 1968 & we were required to be armed off duty. My service weapon was a Colt Official Police and concealing it on my skinny frame was tough. Purchased a Colt Cobra for off duty and have carried a small/light revolver ever since. A few years ago I p/u a Ruger LCP and carry that when the J Frame cannot be adequately concealed. I’ve never found anything better than either of these for EDC. In ‘74 I was in a gunfight w/my issued Colt Detective Special and while I was able to put down the bad guy, you’ll always want a cannon or machine gun when/if you find yourself in a deadly encounter.

[@LoganVanders]

Thank you for your service and sharing that story.

[@Beth_IRL]

Middle-aged female here 🙋‍♀Wanting to find small, lightweight carry firearm. I used to shoot all the time with my ex, had my CPL. Going to get it again. Honestly feel it's an even more dangerous world, especially for women. Even with a firearm I'm not putting myself in risky situations, such as hiking in the woods alone. I'm not going to invite predators. I'll keep it for home defense mostly, but carry when I want to.

[@SPARTANLuis067]

Personally, my girlfriend really likes her Bersa 380 Plus. 15 rounds of 380 hollows can be plenty against an intruder or mugger, and it doesn't buck out of her hands like my 9mm guns do. Also not to heavy and not too big so it fits in all of her bags. There's also +P ammo for the 380 in case anyone doubts it's effectiveness, and they're nasty little buggers after seeing some gel and ballistics tests.

[@stephencostello1483]

Guns are like poison ivy. Once you get that contagious scratch, it’s hard to get rid of. Nice clip that sure was a pretty day.

[@aaustria3716]

amen brother! started with shotgun and handgun 5 yrs ago. up to 8. and always lookin to add more.

[@x15973]

We're about same age(

[@jmartinez1118]

Lol this one hit home, my girl, my family and close friends always ask “why do you have so many guns ?” And don’t even get me started on my collection of so called “this is the perfect holster !!!!”

[@stanwebb3480]

Great Talk!!!! Know your gun and the system with it !!!! Know where you are!!!! Think before Doing!!!!

[@dragoon6016]

from about 7:35 forward, just an exemplary argument for level-headed consideration of capacity vs threat. Great stuff, Sir. This is why I subscribe...

[@lynnkramer1211]

Over the years, I have carried multiple sidearms. Browning High Power, Taurus PT 92 ATFD, then a SW Shield EZ and now it is a Beretta Tomcat. What changed? My age. Many of us get older and arthritic and so on. Many of us downsize. That is a hard decision to make, but an important one.

[@davidmann4533]

I carry my arms on my side they’re pretty long 😂

[@velvetjones1856]

My in the pocket pistol is the S&W Bodyguard 2.0. OWB carry is H&K VP9SK-B or Shield+.

[@callmesceptical9114]

I’ve been a pocket snubbie guy for a while. Occasionally a micro 9mm, but my p938 has failed to eject range ammo recently and despite replacing factory springs and thorough teardown/clean, I don’t trust it. Planning to evaluate Bodyguard 2.0 as a “go to” deep conceal semi. Size, shot placement, and capacity make it very attractive for EDC in suburbia. ✌️ my OWB is Shield Plus 👍

[@gregkloe]

I have carried and shot a M&P Shield since they came out. I'm on my third one now, but they always worked well and are relatively concealable. Before that it was a snub nose revolver. I see no need to change.

[@_XR40_]

This is what I don't get; You say "...they always worked well...", but you also say "... I'm on my third one...". It confuses me. If they work well, why are you on a third one?

[@gregkloe]

@@_XR40_ Good question. I sold number one thinking I wanted something different and very soon after realized how much I liked it so I bought #2. Then when the Plus came out, I decided I wanted the extra capacity that it offered. That is my EDC. I still have number 2. Thanks for commenting!

[@_XR40_]

@@gregkloe Fair enough. That actually does make sense.

[@michaelnolan6054]

Beretta 92, Smith & Wesson 4013, Glock 23, Glock 27, Smith & Wesson 638, Smith & Wesson 640, Walther PPS mk2, Glock 43, Sig P-365. So far.

[@70selvisfan]

In these hot Texas summers, I have 3 staples. An LCP Max, a Smith 442 with a little larger Pachmayr grip added, and a regular boot gripped 642 that can conceal nicely in a pocket or on my ankle. I never feel under armed, so to speak.

[@johnpollard4158]

I switched from a Glock 36 to a S&W 642 because weight and bulk aggravated me when I am driving long distances. A couple of times I got out of my truck and thought I'd lost it because it's so light.

[@mikemoore7559]

I go back and forth. .38 snubbie Model 10 with Church attire, usually an XDS Mod 2 .45ACP inside the waist and when I'm working at the local range, my 1911.

[@deanmartin1966]

This is why I have six different handguns. Seems like every couple years I find a different one that I like to carry. My current carry is a Kimber K6S.

[@jc26041]

Those are rookie numbers LOL. They tend to add up over time.

[@deanmartin1966]

@ Lol. I know I have some catching up to do.

[@Brett235]

I sold most of my guns and kept just what I practically use. I had 30 different calibers of rifles, shotguns and handguns at one time. Now I have 5. I have a ton of ammo for each of them now though.

[@winnon992]

@@Brett235why so few ? Ha ! I’ve got two gun safes full with others around and two in the car. Don’t get me talking about ammo !

[@GoldAndSilver988]

I open carry the S&W 686 Plus .357, 5-inch barrel. I'm 61 and this was my first and so far only firearm. Never owned a gun until I was about 58.

[@0xXAllForNothingXx0]

Out of all in my collection I tend to gravitate towards my g26 gen4. I have newer nicer more compact pistols but the glock just feels like home.

[@thepatriotsrock2]

First comes the Gun Second comes the Holster Third comes the Belt Fourth comes the Range Bag.... It goes on & on 😮

[@dlbracer56]

My initial CCW was a Taurus J-frame Titanium 5-shot revolver snubnose. A cheap "Soft Armor" holster between my belt and outside my pants. It was small and close to my hip, and my shirt tail out was "concealed." I moved and felt like I needed, bigger, better, more. So, I went to a Springfield XD 3.0-inch .40 S&W (9+1). I like grip safety (ala 1911) to carry "hot." Coupled with an Alien Gear IWB that I (skillfully) trimmed to accept the Swamp Fox Liberty/ w shield. I have tried other holsters (a drawer full of them), and Alien Gear has lasted the longest.

[@123gmor]

For me pocket carry is the best, generally a Ruger LCP or LCR in a pocket holster.

[@winnon992]

One thing is the high capacity is the weight. I’ve got a few 1911’s which are fine for me to carry. I’ve also got a 2011 that holds 15 rounds. The extra weight of all that extra ammo capacity is like carrying a boat anchor.

[@MarshallLanier]

For years and years my favorite handgun was my 4 inch S&W model 19. But a K frame 357 is hardly an ideal carry gun, so I opted for a pre 1980 3 inch model 36. But I always wanted an automatic because of magazine capacity. I just never found the holy grail. I looked at the P365 Sig, the G19, the G26, the M&P. In 2019 I found what I believe to be my perfect carry gun. It's a tad smaller than the G19 and a tad larger than the 26, but it fits my had perfectly, it rides comfortably in a Galco IWB holster, it has a 13 round stash of 9mm, and it cost under $250. I've put close to a thousand rounds thru it with nary a hiccup. Go ahead and laugh you brand snobs, but it's a Taurus G2c.

[@blainecolbry3192]

Truth, I own a bunch of carry guns but seem to always go back to my S&W model 36 Chiefs Special in 38 Special.

[@victorowens9150]

Beautiful segment spoken from the heart and nothing crazy about it.

[@robertosantinni9656]

I carry, depending on the situation: Ruger LCP in front right pocket Ruger LC9 with Crimson trace trigger guard shaped laser in front right pocket Sometimes my new style Colt King Cobra (3inch) in a TTGunleather holster, also AIWB. My Fav, HK VP9SK 9mm with Streamlight WML in an AIWB carry kydex holster from C&G. And from my LE days, I ALWAYS carry 2 reloads no matter what gun I’m packin.

[@LoganVanders]

I have a 642 loaded with +p+ and 3 speed loaders. That is a regular in the Summer rotation,

[@Graydog-sx6le]

I agree. We all watch videos of our favorite KZbin gun guys and get caught up in the idea of carrying like we’re going to be attacked by 90 ningas. I have gone down the rabbit hole of capacity and caliber many times. I like you tend to carry a 5 shot snubby in 38/357 most days.

[@Todd-c1l]

I can definitely see you as a school teacher 👍,, thanks for another great video !!!

[@shellybastion9974]

Transfer bar revolver: safest option. You're not going to war; you are trying to keep your people and yourself keep living and safe. Guns, bombs, all of it, shouldn't exist. Hatred and greed shouldn't exist. But the latter do, so the former must. Bad world. Love and help folks; beware those who detest love and help. It is a conundrum..

[@cz1always608]

Thank you for Mentioning Charter Arms the last gun company left in Connecticut 🙏

[@demetriuscooksey7147]

Interesting timing on this video. I was just thinking I should revisit my ideas about a concealed carry gun.

[@matthewedwards6108]

Just got my gen 5 26 last night love it .

[@robward4109]

I want one of those. I got a gen5 27. I love it.

[@MR.IceCreamMan93]

I got mine cut for a dot and it’s super accurate hard to miss 😅

[@chriscollins2890]

Today, I carried A J frame in 38 special plus P.. Yesterday, I carried a Smith and Wesson M&P 4 inch 10 mm. All depends on what I'm doing, where I'm at and how I'm dressed. Just practice and be comfortable. Most of all enjoy your right to do so

[@RadCatFood]

Shadow systems CR920 is my favorite carry gun so far G43 size but 10 plus 1 in the flush mag.

[@stephenr115]

I love what I think is the safest firearm an XDe. Has hammer, safety, etc. to me it is the best but no longer sold or made. I did buy both .45 and 9mm and my local dealer had another in stock I bought. I’d love you to do a review. Maybe you have. I bet you’d agree it has many safety features!

[@jackdelvo2702]

The best choice is the one you will put in your pocket when you get up and put by your bed side when you go to bed every day, all others are for specific purposes and situations. Mine for the last 10 years is a Tarus 380 TCP.

[@steveb6103]

P365XL summer. P10C winter. As I always say. Rent before you buy. Make sure you can handle it. Then train, train, then train so more!

[@candyman1967]

Sig P365 with Radian Ramjet compensator with the Ramm trigger. Almost no kick!

[@mikemcmanus116]

Yep. We've all been there, or perhaps "trapped" in that issue 🙂 And of course the manufacturers are skilled at coming out with the newest/best/most perfect self defense handgun. I have stayed for the most part with my G19,26,43,42 not because they are the "best most perfect concealed carry pistols", but they work, do the job, etc. and if I can't hit with them I'm not likely to hit with something else. I now live in Florida the land of cargo shorts and tee shirts any of the G 26-42 will work for me. Hawai'ian shirt and the G19 will work as well. I sometimes think do I need to replace the G42/43 with a higher capacity pistol. Then I realize I am 79 and thus far the capacity I've needed is Zero! And I get over it 🙂

[@ryanusa860]

I've cut my collection down to the 26 and the 19. Covers all the bases for me.

[@dr.rangelove5759]

In the wintertime I carry 2 642's. 1 in each zippered pocket of my coat. My 642's are no dash they are smaller than today's 642's because they were made on the standard J frame (1990-1993) In 1996 S&W went to the J magnum frame Which is a little bigger. I also always carry my beretta 950bs stainless steel in 25 auto in my pants pocket. I have carried a Beretta 25 since 1980. In the summer S&W 40 compact 15+1 with xgrip IWB holster. I have a Glock 19,22,23 and 26 and about 30 other handguns. If I could recommend just one gun to someone starting out today it would be the S&W 43c 8 shot 22lr revolver, (Hickock45 did an excellent review of it as did many others) but it must be loaded with federal punch 22lr ammo. And always remember, Laws don't stop crime. Lead stops crime.

[@chrisgl934]

I find the Taurus G3C is the best size/height for my frame with a Crossbreed SuperTuck holster (for almost all my carries) and offers decent capacity. The Ruger LCP Max is extremely easy to conceal in pocket or wasteband and decent capacity as well. However i do struggle with accuracy beyond 5 meters and it's certainly not an enjoyable gun to fire at the range. My preferred carry, when weather and clothing allows is the Canik TP9 Elite SC. Roughly the same size as Glock 19 but the overall height of both makes it harder for me personally to conceal; moreso with the optic. With those, I usually have to change from 4 o'clock to appendix; adding a wedge and claw. Occasionally ive been able to conceal something as large as the Walther PDP with 5" barrel and red dot but those days are few and far between. I'm still on the hunt for something better than the Taurus with a 5" height and at least 12 round capacity. The heat and humidity of Florida can really limit options.

[@Hugh-e5i]

if you know how many guns you have you don't have enough

[@Brett235]

Sometimes with some things less is more.

[@jaywinters2483]

As the old saying goes: Beware of the man that has only one gun.

[@MarshallLanier]

Truth! A man who has one gun is intimate with his gun. He knows exactly what it is capable of and you can bet your boots and your but, he is proficient with it.

[@BongoBill]

This man is a treasure to America. God Bless Him and his family.

[@scottym9778]

I pocket carry a ruger lcr shrouded hammer chambered in .38 special. Can't defend myself for very long (5 shots) with a speed strip. But I figure God forbid I ever have an encounter, most are up close and personal with 3 or less shots fired. What I like about this setup is how easy the carry is. You hardly know it's there.

[@robertrickett7816]

I chose two carry pistols, one is a Charter Arms Pitbull, 45 acp, light but a great little shooter, it's my daily. For special occasions, I have my Colt Defender, in a shoulder holster, conceals perfectly, hits what I aim at, and is slightly heavier than the other one. I also picked up a Glock 48 9mm, will swap that out soon for the 43x, but I don't carry it much as it sits on a magnet next to my chair. I'm older, and I answer the door with it in my hand. My neighbors think I'm a touch paranoid, I like to think I'm prepared for trouble, which has dogged my heels for 50+ years.

[@carlosvital5805]

Thanks for sharing your experience

[@charleywalker2982]

I’m moving to Tennessee, looks like it’s already spring there!!!❤😂

[@Gmanautonut]

Great video!! Very common sense stuff. I like that little revolver. Seems smooth.

[@robertkoch1936]

Most of the time in the summer and spring I carry a Glock 42 in 380 acp in my cargo pants pocket with the pocket holster. I still prefer my Glock 27 in 40 Smith and Wesson for the stopping power when carried with an in the waist holster. It gets down to what I can carry concealed.

[@kevinroberts1888]

I've been using a Kel-tec P3AT with an extended 9 round mag and another in the chamber for my EDC. I'm pretty accurate with it at 7 yard which is what I usually train at. As long as well maintained I've found it to be pretty reliable as well. But it is a rather painful gun to train with so I have been on the lookout for something better. I'd really like to get an original M&P Bodyguard but haven't been able to find one so have been considering an LCP Max in 380 as a possible alternative.

[@jonpaulkubas2923]

I carry the Bersa Thunder 380 plus I managed to get it to hold 17 ends total . .. and it shoots straight and true

[@1820kj]

What I carry changes every day. Next thing you know, you have 19 carry firearms.

[@NomenClature-o8s]

Because of my job I often am asked the question, “what kind of gun should I carry.” My answer is always this, carry whatever you want. But go to a tactical pistol course at least twice a year. Nobody ever does it.

[@eld2349]

They got me with the Hellcat. Wanted something easier than my XDM to carry, picked it up, about a month later I finally got to the range and found the grip was too slippery and I couldn’t hold on to it. Easy to conceal, but couldn’t shoot it due to the poor grip texture and size. Sold it to a buddy and picked up a P365. Just gotta keep it oiled to keep from rusting 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@winnon992]

Skateboard tape time ?

[@LaryceBarnes-in8rw]

Sir, you are a wise man. Please do a video for the ladies about shooting a firearm from inside a pocketbook, may be helpful to them. Appreciate all your videos.

[@victoroneill7924]

The only way I can carry concealed is with a slim fit never tuck shirt. They're made in long and short sleeve versions. The best I have I've found so far are made by VAN HUESSEN (my Daughter bought me a couple for Christmas).

[@007twm]

S&W .380 Bodyguard for most EDC situations but a Shield Plus feels a bit more comforting sometimes. YMMV.

[@justincredible1024]

KEL-TEC 380 been carrying for years hope i never have to use it But i love it don't even know it's in your pocket

[@Bristol57]

*I just got a Makarov today for my new EDC.*

[@the.porter.productions]

O-H-I-O Porters🇺🇸 Good video, even though it seemed to be cut off at the end. Such good food for thought! I am so thankful that my dad had & liked guns while I was growing up. He taught me a good deal, our cop friends taught me & a brother taught me as well. My 1st gun was a 32 revolver that I got from my dad, which had been a former police officer’s gun. It was great to shoot, but not too good of a concealer. I believe that if a gun feels good in my hand then it will be fun & easy to shoot. Most of my friends have that same belief. I’ve handled many guns & usually like to grasp them for about 5 mins to get a true feeling of it. That has determined most of my purchases over the years, primarily. Capacity is important, but not my primary concern, as I believe that you either have extra ammo or a backup gun as well. The BEST defense is to not have to ever pull my weapon & try to avoid a conflict, but it seems that there are people that will always push to the extreme, so it’s best to have a gun verses a knife. Never take a knife to a gun fight, as they say. I’ve been shot at…and that sticks with ya! I don’t care as much what I have as long as it’s RELIABLE. That’s my Hillbilly way. Thanks for the info. Blessings my friend! 🥰🤩✌️

[@Brett235]

I carry a snub-nosed .38 in a quality leather holster in my pocket. A lot of firepower in a small package and it's comfortable to carry.

[@AntiFederalist58]

I have been carrying a CZ P-07 for 12 years. Colonel Cooper spoke the truth.

[@smhs1262]

You're a good and smart man, Mr. Hickok.

[@andyhsong]

shield plus is perfect for me

[@FabioBarahona]

Thank you Hickok. Good video.

[@ericlewis4674]

Started with an H&K P7 in about 1990. Switched to an H&K USP compact 9mm years ago. I see no reason to switch again.

[@LoganVanders]

I carry a 365 OWB and a 43 in my pocket or an ankle holster depending on what I am wearing. And 2 spare mags for each.

[@denveradams4909]

I am probably going to have to have two carry guns. One for my everyday, self-defense, and another for my church security. Where I sit, operating the sound and video systems in my church, I am 17-18 yards away from the musician's platform. For that purpose, I am using a S&W M&P9 M2.0 Compact, 9mm with 4" barrel and a green dot, holographic sight. That, I can hide under a suit jacket, with a visible bulge. I am a small person, just 5ft 1in tall and 130lbs. Impossible to carry a gun of any size inside my waistband. Considering getting a compact .380 for everyday self-defense carry. It would be more comfortable and less visible under a shirt.

[@bradenreynolds1223]

Love your videos. Could you do a video over the new colt viper? Thank you!

[@ziggy5687]

Did you get rid of your K6XS or prefer your SW 642 now?

[@sBentonfamily]

PM9 for 15 years. No failures, ever. Never drawn but hand on the grip a couple of times. Recently purchased a Shield plus to increase capacity. Kahr introduced their double stack at Shot Show 2024 but never marketed the gun. The Shield Plus is fine. Shoots well. No failures during break in but more difficult to conceal than the PM9. So, I still carry the PM9 but have a great back up. IN colder weather with bulkier clothes, the Shield may be on the belt. Either one will work but at 75 I’m hoping to never use either one. Pay attention and avoid conflict. Happy 2025.

[@richardkluesek4301]

When you had your hand around the grip the assailants knew even if you never drew down on them. Predators have the instinct to be aware when the tables are turning against them. Been there too.

[@andrewcomments5812]

I knew the 642 was in his pocket! He can't get enough of those! I won't hate, though, they are still a fine choice for pocket carry!

[@robertrickett7816]

I carried firearms for several different jobs throughout my working life, closest I ever came to drawing down on someone was when a guy tried to snatch a cash bag off the dolly of coin, and currency I was wheeling into a bank, but my 100 DB voice was enough to scare the poop out of him, and he ran away. The teller inside said everyone in the bank jumped when I yelled.

[@timbennett7211]

Mr. 45, I have the greatest respect for you and respectfully I would say telling folks "they might not even need ammo in the gun" is not a good idea in my opinion. One of the best shooting courses I ever went attended was with a sergeant on the Pensacola, Fl PD who had many years of experience on the force. Was many years ago but I will never forget he opened and closed the class each day with this one single lesson in self defense with a firearm. He said: "Never draw your firearm if you are not in a life threatening situation and you know you will have to use it....and never use it unless you plan to terminate the threat (no leg shots)" So for my 2 cents worth brandishing a firearm unless you to use it or if it's unloaded is a good way to be terminated. Again with all due respect and just 2 cents worth from someone not nearly as schooled as you in the use of firearms. Love you videos! Keep them coming!

[@warriorxtman2]

You missed his point entirely. What he meant was, if you pull a gun the threat may stop and run away. You might not need to fire it. Guy pulls a knife you pull a gun and he runs.

[@timbennett7211]

@@warriorxtman2 I just didn't interpret it the same way you did. No harm intended I assure you.