Will Your CCW Get You killed?

[@papimaximus95]

"Will Your CCW Get You killed?" No....but a Red Ryder, carbine action, two-hundred shot, range model air rifle will shoot your eye out.

[@myrealfakename6068]

🤣👍

[@EDKguy]

Does it have a compass in the stock and this thing that tells time, you dead eye? 😉

[@kellywalker8407]

Also really hurts getting hit in the lip. My buddy had to squeeze that BB out of his upper lip like popping a giant zit so our dad's wouldn't kill us for getting into a BB fight. It was years ago but still makes me laugh. Damn that had to hurt and his older brother said "come here, I'll pop that out". He said get away I'll take care of it and he did. We never did get into trouble for that but I doubt our dad's were fooled...lol

[@BLACKWOLF-1911]

I guess it could happen. But for me forgetting what gun you're carrying and where it's located on your body is like forgetting you left your kids in a hot car.

[@yellowboxster06]

Personally, I think the best preparation for concealed carry is to be thoroughly familiar with the handling and shooting characteristics of anything in your collection you might carry. You should know instantly what you have available and exactly how to grip it for best results. I typically carry either a Ruger SP101 or a Colt Defender 1911 and in either case I never have to stop and think about the manual of arms for either firearm. Familiarity breeds cohesiveness.

[@fivevs1]

A sport coat or blazer is my dirty little secret for ccw. If I have to be more dressy than an unbuttoned plaid shirt then I up my wardrobe game with a jacket. I can carry my glock 17 in either case just in different positions with different holsters.

[@stans5270]

When going swimming at the pool, I always pocket carry my S&W Model 629 Deluxe 6.5" 44mag. It might take longer to draw when needed, but it's always been an ice-breaker with the ladies.

[@hrfunk]

You must be a strong swimmer!

[@nomikes4392]

@@hrfunk he can only swim in a circle

[@Jesco-pi9gr]

Funny thing is when I go kayaking or to the beach I always carry a North American arms .22 mag folding handle in a ziplock bag. No joke I hate being naked with no gun.

[@frankhinkle5772]

Very helpful and I am sending this to a new shooter that I am training.

[@DrBillHaberman]

I had someone tell me one time that the way I was carrying at that time I couldn’t get it out quick enough. My comment was well it’s quicker than if I had to go home and come back and use it… Of course I wouldn’t come back.

[@alantoon5708]

It will come out quickly enough..

[@cliffhouser9138]

Howard, you deserve a thumbs-up for the clothing changes! A lot of thought and planning went into this presentation. Thank you for some of the best firearm videos on the internet.

[@furnacefighter]

Best dressed and groomed KZbinr on the internet. My Wranglers, button down work shirt, and uncle Jed Clampet wool felt hat pales by your excellent examples.

[@hrfunk]

My pleasure Cliff. Thanks for watching!

[@chris.eskimo]

As a prior Defensive Tactics instructor, I certainly agree that under great stress, we certainly revert to our training. It's definitely saved MY life a few times!

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

Muscle memory, training accounts for a lot. I carry my Buffalo-Bison leather wallet in my right rear pocket. I instinctively pull my wallet from my back pocket. Any other way throws me off. ✔️ Years ago, while working as a federal security officer: 085 series, I was given a pager 📟. I put the device on my upper epaulet & as it began to buzz the noise & flashing made me JUMP 😳. When you modify or vary your normal methods it might throw you off.

[@ftdefiance1]

Reading about the Korean war I think you are right about reduced effectiveness in cold weather. Survivors for example of the Chosen Reservoir talked about surviving wounds due to bleeding being reduced by extreme cold.

[@hrfunk]

I may have heard/read that somewhere before as well. If so, I don't remember where it was.

[@DT-lr2bi]

I use the Ankle Holster for Church. To many potential hugs or need to remove my suit coat to help around the church. I carry Walther PPK/S .380 ON THE ANKLE, low profile.

[@tomahawk1911]

Good presentation on the ways and why’s of CC, HR. Thanks. This covers two things that have been difficult for me over the years, we might need to change the way we prefer to dress, might need to change handguns we prefer. We have four seasons, very different weather around here. Seems like the hot season lasted six months, this year.

[@libra7624]

to stay sharp on immediate action readiness before i leave the house i do a few draws with the way i carry, what this does is it reminds you if say you switched your carry method, think of it as a runner who stretches every morning getting ready to run, once you dress for the day take a little time to simulate draws on your main carry gun and a back up for a threat

[@hrfunk]

That's a good idea. I do that myself sometimes.

[@alantoon5708]

I carry openly at work, but of course do not want to "scare the horses" going to and from. So I have work polos a couple of sizes too big and wear them unbloused, draped over Mr. Glock. And just tuck them in at the job. No one yet has asked me about my carry gun. Now that it is cooler, I wear a jacket, unzipped, as a covering garment. If one cannot do as I do, you might want to carry a smaller version of your usual firearm. If you carry a G-19 you may want to look at a 43x. Other manfacturers have similar product lines. As far as carry ammo goes, I looked at tests between the 147+p and the 124+p versions of my carry rounds and decided on the 124+p as it penetrated further in testing...

[@hrfunk]

To your first point, it has always amazed me how oblivious people can be. After close to four decades of carrying a firearm everywhere I go, I can only think of one or two occasions, where someone noticed it.

[@zatoichi124]

I carry different guns in different methods, but always IWB. I will never have the automatic quickness that comes from continuity and practice, but I feel like I always know where my gun is. Great content!

[@oldcop18]

This is the most comprehensive presentation on this topic I’ve seen. As a handicapped 75 y/o retiree I need a light/compact weapon. As such I tend to carry a 340PD, 442 Pro Series or the LCP in a variety of ways. Tonight we’re going to a community Halloween dance so the LCP in a pocket holster is the way to go.

[@sean0181]

I have the same rotation,642,360j,lcp there are situations i carry a my 26.

[@devilsden2283]

WOW!....what a workout on this vid with all the costume changes....dont think you'll have any worries when wearing the scary Hawaiian shirt....🤣....fun vid..

[@mikeorick6898]

I've had lots of emergency vehicle operations training. None of it was in the exact same family cars/trucks/SUVs I've had. Still saved our lives.

[@michaelschaffer9165]

Hot weather small guns. Cold weather big guns. Absolutely.

[@americanpatriot477]

I agree with you on the method of Cary. Time of year clothing Inc sometimes dictates where you can carry. But asked if switching handgun types that’s a complete different story. Over 30+ years of training people and they use a firearms I have seen this so many times on the range. Somebody switch is from say a Glock to a Beretta or Sig or a manual safety firearm. Under just the stress of the range I’ve seen so many people fumble we’re trying to operate a different weapon system. I have seen professionals pull the trigger multiple times on a firearm that had a manual safety that was engaged. It’s not as bad when switching from a manual safety Gun or one with a decocker to a striker fired one. And remember most actual gun fights take place in mere seconds so anytime you add to being able to use your weapon as quickly as possible put you at a major disadvantage. The overwhelming vast majority of people have no idea how violent fast and overwhelming actual gun fight is. They walk around thinking that they’d be able to do it or practicing drawing in their living room in front of a mirror but in all reality that shit goes out the window fast as a blink of an eye!!!!

[@DATo_DATonian]

I just came across your channel a few days ago and in that time I have learned so many things that never would have crossed my mind before. Just the section on fitting the gun and ammo one carries to the season respective of the type of clothing an attacker might be wearing was an eye-opener. Most people like me go to sites which just talk about the gun rather than situational topics that might save our lives. I pride myself (rightly or wrongly) on having a creative mind and I tend to be able to anticipate many things regarding conceal carry, but there is nothing like professional advice. Thanks so much for the excellent content I have seen so far and I am looking forward to watching many more of your videos.

[@hrfunk]

You are most welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@hansblitz7770]

Get a micro 9 and carry it everyday. A backup too maybe. For some types of clothing, or places, only the backup. Or stay with a mid sized auto, all the time, switch to a micro 9 when needed. If someone is stuck in the 70s then a wheelgun.. whatever, have a reliable gun, or 2, and always have one or both, a reload or 2 is nice as well. A lot of options, a lot of holsters.

[@woodrow1037]

Good video as usual. If anyone is going to carry a handgun maintaining the ability to adapt is important. All the way from clothing, the gun, when and where they go and maybe even who they go with. I guess the important thing is to think things through and and be willing to make adjustments. Thanks

[@hrfunk]

My pleasure Woodrow. Thanks for watching!

[@swkohnle08]

Good thought provoking topic. For me, I carry a government sized 1911 in .45 acp year round here in New England where we have four seasons. In church on Sundays I wear a blazer so that works fine. The rest of the time, polo shirts or tee shirts untucked in summer and polo shirts with a sweater spring and fall work. I look for shirts that look good untucked with kakis, shorts or jeans. Basically cater my wardrobe around the 1911 in an IWB, strong side 3 o’clock. Working from a home office, this works for my situation. The situational awareness piece is key when outside the home. I see people walking through parking lots with their faces buried in their phones, more likely a fast moving SUV is going to ruin their day. Thank you Howard for all your good video content.

[@hrfunk]

My pleasure Steve. Thanks for watching!

[@louislarose6613]

Very Good Observations Sir ! The same things apply to shotguns. I had used a pump shotgun for so many years hunting waterfowl ,that when I switched to a semi-auto I found myself out of instinct trying to 'pump' the forearm .

[@sgtmajtrapp3391]

Excellent review. I carry a wide array of handguns both pistol and revolver configurations. I pack them in various manners and use different holsters. When in charge of Bank Robbery Investigations I used a shoulder rig. Great for office and vehicle as well. Today I seem to do IWB strong hand primarily. It's just a matter of practice even under extreme stress and obviously if you have to deploy a firearm to defend yourself or others, you will be under stress. Training and practice mitigate the stress by having this muscle memory established so it's an automatic response. I'm not and never have been a fan of ankle holsters but have used them and if that's all you can use to carry a defensive weapon, then practice with it and deploy the system.

[@hrfunk]

I think what you're describing is really a definition of being an "armed professional". To be truly professional, one needs to be armed at all times. Thanks for watching. Sergeant Major!

[@sisleymichael]

You are right. Situations and clothing and carried gun changes. I carry a S&W 637 about 6 months, a G43 3 months, and a G19 out of a year. That is based on AVERAGE temps and places I go and time of year. That said, most days, I am at the ranch in S. Tx and the G19 really gets worn the most. Adjust the mind as you adjust the clothing, and remind yourself what you are carrying, etc.

[@Elnu01]

All good points. I have over the years narrowed down the types and sizes of pistols that I carry so that I do not have to change the method or operating procedure of the guns. I personally do not carry guns with manual safety's . I have also narrowed my holsters down to strong side or appendix mostly.

[@BirdDogey1]

My lcp II 22lr works well in my suit coat inside pocket. It's light enough not to pull the jacket down.

[@BrotherPhilo1958]

Great presentation, I have a CCW from Alabama. I have two firearms I use for CCW. I have a Glock 43x mos with a 407K Green Dot. I use Shield Mags which gives me 15 rounds in a small package. I also have a CW380 for pocket carry. I am new to CCW having moved from CA. Thanks for the great video.

[@ElainesDomain]

How about that. I escaped CA and chose Bama about 4 years or so ago. How was the culture shock?

[@BrotherPhilo1958]

@@ElainesDomain Loving the change

[@ElainesDomain]

@@BrotherPhilo1958 I'm near Weiss Lake. Around here jokes are still funny and I'm no longer a ''white guy''. Now I'm just ''a guy''. It's one heck of a change.

[@hrfunk]

You’re welcome Phil. Thanks for watching!

[@TheRetiredVeteran]

I think you made the right move. I went to school in Alabama, and I liked it.

[@everythingdefensivecarry1108]

Excellent presentation Howard! I agree with everything you said. And sometimes, less can be more, depending on the variables.

[@Christopher67207]

Great info as always, thank you & God Bless!

[@flaco5581]

Interesting topic. I know that even Elmer Keith suggested using a shoulder holster in the winter. He used an open carry belt rig while hunting and concealed carried his big revolvers in town . So yes it only makes sense. But I have always heard that axiom of same gun in the same place all the time. Never really ascribed to it though.

[@hrfunk]

I think that's a great plan if it's possible.

[@Jack-xy2pz]

I wheely hop to attention when Elmer Keith is mentioned .

[@flaco5581]

@@Jack-xy2pz wheely,wheels,? Nice. I was reading sixguns. Love it.

[@TanSauNg2008]

Super. I have always thought that training the mind and using the mind to control the body to move in different angles in different situation is far more better than using blind muscle memory.

[@kennethcurtis1856]

Train till the mind forgets and the body remembers.

[@skipmaloney2126]

I have always demonstrated various ways to carry for my students and told them to use whatever works for THEM. I would also admonished them to avoid "straight line thinking" and be prepared for everything to not go according to plan. Being proficient in your chosen methods is always an advantage. It all boils down to options.

[@VR-ym8ys]

I don't know, when I carry a handgun, I am always very aware of where it is. I don't think I would be searching around my waist for the gun.

[@3Pillers]

👍thanks great discussion great advice.

[@alexg2933]

I love how you’re always speaking in a practical way. Some of these other channels try to convince you that you need to be carrying a 15+1 on your hip and 45 extra rounds of ammo..just to go get the mail.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks! But I have seen some scary things in my mailbox!

[@MitchC357]

Good video. In S FL it is mostly a sweatbox. I can carry a .380 pocket pistol or just carry a snubbie or model 26 and not care if I print. But we have no open carry so options are limited. Shorts and a T are normal for me. Just wear the T shirt outside the waist ban and use an in the waist band holster. It works for me. As for carrying limited capacity a speedloader for a J frame or extra .380 mag is easily concealable.

[@brucegordon4924]

Many Thanks, Great instructional video!

[@zechnarwilliams8019]

I have a glock 19 and a glock 23 same model, just a different caliber. Pretty easy to switch between them. If I threw a 1911 in there, you can guess that manual of arms would be different and well as many other factors. Peace and Grace and may we never need them for the intended purpose and just for fun and training.

[@jamesmanning8795]

Good video! In the beginning of carrying I was definitely in the mind set of "one gun same carry all the time." It just is not practical. I make sure to carry a handgun I am capable of concealing and can handle well. If I change carry location from say appendix to strong side in the waistband then I just practice a few draw strokes and mentally rehearse where I would draw from.

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

Bianchi's Law 😉... I carry left hand, OWB about 90% of the time. In the 1990s, I wore my 96D .40 in a left hand Aker Comfort Flex holster. 2 spare mags, off side.

[@kennethcurtis1856]

For some, multiple guns are not practical.

[@billhoppe2991]

Thank you. Living in Minnesota, it's much like Ohio in that we also have 4 seasons. Last evening my Pastor and I went to a rather formal event and we both carried small .380's in our suit jacket pockets. Thanks for your very helpful presentation.

[@hrfunk]

My pleasure Bill!

[@sammyboy4996]

I think the NRA CLASS was very helpful on understanding CCW in many different ways...I have been shooting and hunting since I was 10...I recommend NRA class it will explain all aspects of basic shooting and I hope they still tell you about the legal part and responsibilities of having a CCW...I guess the person that helped made the law pass away in 2019 you can still get the book...alot of the laws stay kinda the same but you should know what you are aloud to do to defend yourself having a CCW...Why you need training and Knowledge...

[@sammyboy4996]

Your CCW can get you in trouble...if you don't know what you can and can't do...just saying...please take classes for your safety and others safety...it not a toy...It is a tool..

[@sakofree]

During the winter months I carry a full size M&P 40 in a Safariland ALS OWB In the summer I carry a M&P shield in the same type holster I like having some type retention built in my holster. I use Hornady critical duty ammo to insure expansion in heavy clothing I do have other handguns all without manual safeties

[@johnherr3579]

Good morning HR. Another thoughtful video. There's an old saying, Beware the man with only one gun because he knows how to use it very well. But my philosophy has been to be familiar and proficient with different guns. You may have to use something else some day. I'm looking forward to the video on hammers. Let the argument begin, claw or ball peen!😀

[@hrfunk]

We need hammer control! We can't have those dangerous implements unregulated in our society!

[@michaelbrooks9647]

Great video as always. Worth getting up a 5 AM I'm the People's Republic of Washington for! Thank you, Sir!

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Michael! (Now go back to bed!)

[@michaelbrooks9647]

@@hrfunkLol, I did, Sir!

[@randystevens6302]

Another excellent presentation. I will say personally the biggest problem I've always had with IWB is first I need to buy pants with a bigger waist and second is having the pistol pressing on my sciatic nerve just makes it miserable for me personally. So I usually go pocket carry in the summer with a 442 J frame and OWB in a paddle holster carrying a P30 or 43X the rest of the time.

[@hrfunk]

I also don't care for IWB. Iit's just uncomfortable.

[@jessehayes486]

I always appreciate a voice of reason and common sense especially when it's coming from a retired LEO from Ohio who vacations in Hawaii.

[@dangerman007]

I've had my CCW for over a decade and carry everywhere. I can honestly say that my perception about carrying met reality. You have to be adaptable. Traveling by car for hours with your seat belt on, that Glock starts to hurt your strong side. Do you have to go into the office for the day? My company is not pro 2A. Do you have to climb a ladder or bend over? Over time you will come across situations like these and will have to make decisions about how and what you will be carrying. One size does not fill all.

[@sgtmajtrapp3391]

Should be interesting so will stand by.

[@andreawhalen4142]

The more i watch you the more i think your videos are of the better education type, i appreciate what you do brother. I love the no rambling off subject and no annoying noise alot of the others have. I hate the videos with blasting crap music.

[@hrfunk]

Thank you. I’m constantly trying to improve my presentation.

[@YellowHammer26]

👍👍Thanks HR, yeah I carry different guns in several different ways depending on the weather and how I’m dressed .It would be very hard to carry the same way year round.

[@Fudmottin]

While there will certainly be exceptional circumstances, I think I'm already in a fairly exceptional circumstance when I need to fire a shot in self defense. Philadelphia is just up the street from me, so I'm not saying that lightly. Shootings are also just about a daily thing in the greater (ha!) Philadelphia area. Based on my personal habits, I've gone to a simplified carry approach where I'm just packing a S&W M&P340. It's a five shot J-Frame just like your 342Ti. It's perhaps a shade heavier as it has the steel cylinder. I can "comfortably" handle light magnums, although 38Spl+P is a heck of a lot more comfortable to shoot! In my mind, it will handle most situations. Also it is just one firearm to maintain proficiency with. Most importantly, it is just super easy and comfortable to carry in all seasons. Apart from the five round limitation, I would say the biggest issue is avoiding walking through metal detectors because it is just that comfortable. 🤣

[@finnl6887]

Great video, very informative! For what it's worth in relation to weather affecting bleed outs, my understanding is it cuts both ways. You bleed faster and more profusely if you're hot, BUT, while you bleed slower when cold, clotting occurs more slowly (sort of. Blood gets thicker but not enough to actually stop flowing), making a bleedout from wounds you might otherwise survive more likely, it just takes a little longer. According to an EMT I spoke to, there's also a saying in the emergency medical community that goes along the lines of "you're not necessarily dead until you're warm and dead", because someone who was in below freezing temperatures might be revived more easily if they haven't lost too much blood. This actually happened in Denmark about 10 years ago, a group of teenagers were killed in an accident where they lost half their blood, but because they were submerged in icy water and went hypothermic, six hours later they were resuscitated. That all being said, apparently it's not a big difference normally and may or may not apply to defensive shooting scenarios (more likely in Alaska than the Midwest where we're from unless we're ice fishing or something) but it's interesting nonetheless

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Finn. Like I said in the video, I can’t support my theory scientifically, it just makes me feel better.

[@bjdog42]

Good comprehensive look at carry methods. I agree it's not practical to only carry one but I do try to keep the different ones as similar as possible like a Shield Plus for pocket & some belt carry, a Glock 26 or 19 when I can & my back allows & a Kahr MK9 or CM40 for deeper pocket carry. Shoulder holsters don't work for me though I wish they did. As for the hollow points plugging in cold weather I've been looking at the Lehigh(or Underwood) xtreme defender & like what I've seen of the testing so far. The 135 grain 45acp might do well in one of my 1911's, XD or Glock 30. Just have to see where it groups compared to what I use now & how reliable it is. But for now I like Critical Defense because the plastic nose plug is supposed to still perform after going through heavy clothing & the testing I've seen supports that.

[@10thmtn86]

After many years carrying concealed, the only two methods that allow consistency no matter where I'm going, what I'm doing, or how I'm dressed are the Smartcarry, or pocket carry. Of the two, I prefer pocket carry. It's more comfortable and allows me to pre stage my hand on the gun in an iffy situation while still appearing casual. I do think consistency is important, as much as possible. I recall reading of a plainclothes officer who carried differently depending on dress, and in an officer involved shooting, he had to pat himself down to find his gun. He was saved by his partner. So, I almost exclusively pocket carry. To mitigate some of the drawbacks to this, I actually dual pocket carry. This allows ambidextrous access, while also addressing the lower capacity of typical pocket guns. It's also very discreet, no concerns with hugs, pats on the back, or bumps passing in the hallway. Those situations have happened to me several times carrying on the hip or shoulder holster, fortunately without social fallout. Obviously, the "full size fighting pistol" (sic) crowd would not approve, but it works for me. Good topic sir!

[@hrfunk]

Thanks! And thanks too for a great comment!

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

Great video as usual HR. My thoughts, the only time I carry a .38spl J-frame is as a back-up gun on duty at work. Still going and I’m on year #32 and always with 2 guns on me while at work. Off duty, no way am I carrying a wheel gun. It’s not enough, even with speedy loaders and faced with more than one zombie. I live near and work in L.A. and a semi auto is the only way I fly. 😜

[@DareToBeDeviant]

Shorts, shirt(s), jacket all year 'round for me. I do a 'concealed' open carry. My Taurus is OWB but my jacket's mostly concealing it. If for whatever reason it flaps open and reveals the firearm, usually no one cares because stores are sparse at 6am. Besides, who cares? Here in Indiana nobody really gives a darn.

[@bumpercoach]

its about practicing ENOUGH w/ what you have and prioritizing movement when drawing seems imminent

[@DT-lr2bi]

In central AZ the Untucked shirt is the most common concealed carry appeal. Cooler weather a sport T-shirt with untucked & unbuttoned outer shirt sports shirt is common. Thus, the HellCat with expanded magazine capacity is the best all year around concealed carry.

[@captbart3185]

I agree with you about different styles of weapons with one caveat. I separate my weapons into "immediate action" and all others. I have guns that are just plain fun to shoot and those that I carry for self defense. My self defense weapons are immediate action weapons. I want to be able to draw and fire without having to remember how to operate the safety or anything else. The army got me started on the 1911 when I was 20 years old and I have had several over the years. The manufacturer changed - Colt, Springfield Armories, Rock Island - but they were all 1911's. I've fired other .45 ACP pistols that were accurate and fun but different (or no) safety or different grip angle or something that required me to think about my technique rather than use the weapon. My exceptions are revolvers that I started shooting when I was 8 years old (my momma taught me to shoot a revolver at that tender age) and the two are just never confused and a KEL TEC P11 pocket backup. I prefer .357 or .45 Colt for my revolvers and in bear country I carry bear loads. In RVN my M16 went click when it had to go bang, my 1911 worked and I lived. I trust that weapon. I agree about carbines for home defense as well.

[@easyfiveOsink]

I've only ever carried 357 when I knew I was not going indoors that day like hiking in bear country. 9mm again mostly outdoors in cold weather to defeat heavy clothing. I mostly end up carrying standard velocity .38 Spl. or 380 ACP and I'll give you my reasons. First, if a threat occurs it will not be in a manner of my pick and choosing. I don't go looking for trouble. I would want to stop a threat without fear of over penetration. The wall behind a bad guy could be solid brick or could be sheet rock. I'm not going to get to choose. Secondly, I don't EDC wearing hearing protection and likely am not going to get the chance to insert ear plugs. I want to stop a threat without long term damage to hearing if possible.

[@freeborn288]

Great video. I agree with you and have offered similar opinions to other people over the years. One reason I switch to carrying a full size in winter, is due to the lack of dexterity from the cold. In my opinion, from personal and professional experience, it is much easier to function a full size vs compact or subcompact in extremely cold environments. Thanks again for a great presentation.

[@hrfunk]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching!

[@chris.eskimo]

I think the key here is to train with every carry method you employ.

[@Jleitte]

As a retired LEO myself, I started to carry an appendix style. I was also trained to think about "what if" situations and how would I need to react to different scenarios. I still will carry at 4 o'clock in certain situations.

[@Robnord1]

Great discussion HR. You're a good influence on this old man, and in more ways than just firearms. My usual is 2 Ruger LCRs. One in gun pack & one ankle. Not ideal, but it fits my lifestyle and occupation. At the gym or in formal attire the gun is in a Smart Carry pouch. I like that, because even in the sauna or on a treadmill it works.

[@rationalmind6362]

Great points. 👍

[@lens7859]

I carry POCKET, APPENDIX, and 3:00 OWB depending on what I am wearing and the season and with different handguns. I don't think at that moment I will be confused where my pistol is. Hope not, may take another half second to fix the mistake though

[@LionquestFitness]

Excellent and analytical breakdown of carry for self defense. Sometime I'd like to see your commentary on the why of those seemingly anomalous situations where we do something in the heat of a self defense situation we've never trained to do and instinctively we react and do it.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Greg. Let me give that some thought.

[@luthergillis5632]

I’m a little late to the party in watching this video but it’s an interesting topic. When going through the academy years ago, our instructors hammered in the importance of muscle memory when drawing a firearm. However, for the reasons mentioned in this video, I’ve had to learn how to carry in different ways. For the past few years, I only carry firearms that do not have an external/manual safety. This removes some variables and just works for me at this stage in life. Outstanding Hawaiian shirt and great video. Thank you!

[@hrfunk]

My pleasure Luther. Thanks for watching!

[@BlueJayWaters]

As a former Doc and current medical worker, when it comes to your opinion for winter carry of heavy calibers, there is a direct correlation of shock happening quicker in colder environments, especially if the person shot is not wearing appropriate winter gear. However, on the off chance you get people like me and other Chicagoans who wear full wool peacoats, those heavy calibers are still a safer bet to carry simply to get proper expansion of hollow point ammo.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks, I’ll certainly defer to you on these matters.

[@vensheaalara]

Options can be good, but keeping your process as streamlined as possible will always be preferred.

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Thanks for doing this video, Chief. IMO, it's hard to beat a quality shoulder rig, but only if your wardrobe or environment will permit it.

[@hrfunk]

My pleasure! I like a good shoulder holster too whenever it's practical.

[@algoneby]

As I have mentioned many times, pocket carry is the only one that is an everyday easy to do option. All of the other options are subject to am i doing this or not today.

[@glenmo1]

I personally pocket carrying 90% of the time. My Smith & Wesson 342 airlite ti centennial. 11 oz unloaded I installed full size rubber hogue monogrips on mine and it still fits in my pocket no problem.. I do carry it in a DeSantis Superfly pocket holster with velcro on flap to prevent printing. I could easily fit this in my pocket and draw no problem... The other pistol that I pocket Carry my Taurus TCP 380.. which is drop Dead reliable and accurate out to 50 ft.. first time at the range after I purchased it new out of the box 400 continuous rounds without any stoppages! .

[@atoadigi]

As always very informative, your channel is one of my favorites, thank you!!!

[@christophermead9800]

I agree with you that under stress we can still adapt to the situation. When I’m carrying a pocket pistol, I’m well aware that there is a handgun in my pocket. When I carry larger semi autos IWB appendix carry, I am again aware that I have a handgun against the front of my body. In an emergency I don’t believe I would be so disoriented that I wouldn’t remember where my pistol is. That being said, I practice drawing and shooting from both of my preferred carry methods. Thanks HR!

[@hrfunk]

My pleasure Chris. Thanks for watching!

[@Channel_98.6]

IMO, the main thing is situational awareness. Of course, as you say, it is possible that I would be in a completely unaware state, maybe taking a nap, and get jumped. But realistically, wouldn't I have some inkling that I need to be watchful, essentially upgrade to say orange, do a "where are my tools" check, and be somewhat ready?

[@Stoney_AKA_James]

Excellent video H.R. I think another reason why instructors like the NRA, etc. continue teaching only one method of carry is safety, knowing that their students are probably new shooters. I may be wrong. I know that after the initial evaluation of each student, and demonstrating all carry options, if they are safe I let them carry how they are most comfortable with. Personally, I only carry a small backup pistol in the small of my back or ankle, but that is when I know that I/we are going into a more dangerous area/assignment. And like you said, carry location is a personal choice, based on experience, weather conditions, etc.

[@PPISAFETY]

I've had a bit of a change of heart about what I carry these days, and it has been related more to a change not only in employment, but a change in setting. This is not exactly what you had in mind perhaps, but I'm aware that you are no longer in law enforcement. I made that transition only a few years before you, and it sort of changed everything for me. Prior to retirement, I lived in a small community where I also worked. We didn't always have an officer on duty, and I drove a take home police car. I could be expected to have to take law enforcement action on little to no notice, so I insisted on carrying a duty grade weapon, typically a Glock 19, at least one spare magazine, a flashlight, restraints and a cell phone. These came in handy a number of times. I only resorted to a "little gun" when I was out of my jurisdiction. This load out was pretty easy to do because there was no problem if someone saw my duty pistol. It wasn't like anyone in my town didn't know I was a town cop. But then I retired and moved to another state where hardly anyone knew me. For a while I still insisted on my larger, combat capable handgun as inconvenient as it might be at times. I was still thinking like a cop. Then I had a very good conversation online with my friend, Claude Werner, who has researched well over 7,000 shootings, and he took the position that for me, and for him too, the "mission" had changed, and so had our "enemy" He said that as a private citizen with no police duties, I no longer had to win a fight with a criminal, defined as taking one into custody, and especially not one hardened enough to willfully attack an armed police officer. Rather, he said, I'd be more likely facing an opportunistic criminal who, if he knew I was armed, would just as soon skip the attack, which would be an ambush, and go pick on someone else. He suggested that my job, as a private citizen would be to "break contact" perhaps using my firearm, and the type of threat I'd be facing could be managed with a smaller and more convenient handgun. I've been trying this on for size, and as an old retired guy sunning myself down here in south Florida, I think he might be right. So the duty-sized Glock is sort of in retirement now and serving as a home defense weapon. While I couldn't bring myself to carry a mouse gun, I do carry a much smaller 9mm, on the order of either a Kahr P9 that I've had for years, or one of the original Shields which I also like a lot. Truth be known I'd probably be okay with my 2.5 inch Model 19 or even my Model 49 with a couple of reloads. For me, I think it is more important to stick with the same manual of arms in what you carry and keep the number of locations where you carry your handgun to a minimum. Of course that is easy for me to say now that I live in a place where there is one season and everyone dresses casually. Given that I am no longer a cop, and I know quite a bit about private citizen shootings, I truly don't care that much about high capacity as I do an easy reload. My Kahr holds 8 rounds and my Shield holds 9, and I'm fine with either and always carry an extra mag or two. Both guns are light and super comfortable, it is just at the moment I don't know which I like better. I do have a standard that any gun I carry these days, I can shoot well out to 25 yards (defined as hitting an 8.5X11 piece of paper under time pressure). This isn't because I think I'm going to have to shoot at that range, but I'd like to be good at half that distance in the real world. I guess what I'm saying is that I have had to "recalibrate" my mission parameters since I'm not a cop anymore, but rather just a grumpy old man.

[@hrfunk]

I don’t know if I’ll ever recalibrate to that point. I just enjoy carrying my larger handguns when circumstances allow. Then again, in northern Ohio, I wear enough cloths to conceal an M60 4 or 5 months of the year. Thanks for the comment Brother Tom!

[@JustDefense]

Ever consider carrying a semi auto chambered in .357Sig rather than the .357 Magnum 6 shooter, for greater capacity, when carrying in cooler weather?

[@hrfunk]

I've considered it, but I've never done it. Maybe someday.

[@brianharris4275]

Great video! Like the field jacket with all the pockets lots of room for extras like a larger knife or a backup gun . But weight is at a premium. All of your scenarios are definitely thought provoking. I really like the belly band and melted 380 for pocket carry. So many options but the main thing like you said " dont leave home without one" ! Best

[@edwinchandeck7231]

Excellent video as always. I also subscribe to the idea of 45 for winter.

[@lonnieporter8566]

I find food for thought in every one of your presentations, Boss. This was a smorgasbord!

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Lonnie!

[@megatrends]

Also an attacker may not be a competent one and actually help you defend yourself due to their not being very familiar with firearms or may not even have a firearm.

[@thewolfhunter]

Great video,very informative..Like you I have many handguns but I carry a Glock 43 loaded with 124gr.+P Speer Gold Dots all year round in a inside the waist ban holster on my strong side hip..Two extra magazines with +2 extensions in my front left pocket and I also carry a SOG Spec Elite 1 clip knife in my right front pocket .My wife carries a G26 with a extra 15 round G19 magazines(same ammo) in her front left pocket and a SOG Spec Elite 1 clip knife in her right front pocket..We always have situational awareness when we leave the house. My dress is blue jeans and a polo type shirt that covers the G43 . My wife carries her G26 in a appendix carry holster and her shirt covers her G26 no matter if she is wear pants or shorts. We live in the south so we really don't worry about cold weather.We only go out in the daytime and never go in warzone areas that we see on the evening news.. Again great video👍👍

[@hrfunk]

Thank you!

[@seanoneil277]

Nice one hrfunk, thank you. I wonder if the instructors who insist on "same carry, all the time" POV are maybe being jaded realists, thinking their students will not practice much, and therefore a diverse skill set isn't likely to be pursued. Basic fail-safe instruction for people who aren't likely to train, in other words. Most of my pistol shooting is from a competition holster/belt setup, but about 5 weeks ago I shot a concealed carry match, using my P-10C from appendix, inside the waistband. Cover garment was a sweatshirt. Most folks who ran concealed were using standard IDPA style photog vests with close-riding OWB holsters at 3 or 4 o'clock. I noticed a difference in my draw time, mainly because of the decreased number of reps drawn from AIWB concealed.

[@hrfunk]

Here is something to consider. How many defensive encounters involving armed citizens end in tragedy because the victim could not produce his/her handgun quickly enough? I don’t know the answer to that question, but I suspect the number is fairly small.

[@Sam-vr9mf]

It's an interesting thought that in cold weather people take longer to die because they don't bleed as much from wounds, I thought about this and it does seem rational, however, in cold weather your body does vasoconstrict to keep blood away from the surface, this allows you to retain heat, but the smaller the pipe the greater the pressure assuming the content of liquid remains constant, in the summer your pipes(or veins) would be larger but you would have less pressure in the tube, I would theorize that because your body shunts blood away from your extremities and vasoconstricts that a wound in the extremities of a man would bleed less in the cold but if you hit an artery it would bleed more, I'm an Emt and part of my local protocol for shock trauma is to keep an individual warm even hot with blankets and a heater on the way to a hospital, idk the purpose of this I would think if heat increased bleeding or hindered an ability to clot that this wouldn't be the case, anyway great video

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Sam. As I mentioned in the video, I would not try to argue this theory medically. It's just something I've always sort of believed.

[@tomcoleman1962]

Great video HR. Thank you for your knowledge and experience. I appreciate you. Godspeed

[@hrfunk]

Your welcome Tom. Thanks for watching!

[@alexander0125]

2:13 I had a defensive encounter once; late at night, just got off work.. walked out back, looking around then this huge thing about as big as one of those larger beach balls rolled out from around my lawnmower box. This thing was alive! I had a flashback to the original gremlins movie right after they learned you shouldnt feed them after midnight or they turn into monsters. In the span of

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

Bianchi's Law based on Army veteran, sworn LE officer 👮🏻 & holster designer, maker: John Bianchi is: Carry the exact same gun, the exact same way, in the same holster/style of holster, all the time. Bianchi knew a LOT about police gear, 🚔 & tactics.

[@hrfunk]

So why did/does Bianchi manufacture so many different holsters?

[@papimaximus95]

I purposely shoot multiple divisions in USPSA/IDPA at a competition so I can shoot/train with my different carry firearms. I will shoot BUG, Revolver and then a production/limited/stock division. Then, of course, throw in the MP5 in PCC for the pure fun of it.

[@Revolverman38]

Standing by

[@kevinbartley9748]

Very smart thinking great video as always. I always look forward to your videos extremely well explained common sense firearms knowledge

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Kevin, I'm glad you liked it!

[@communicationiskey-]

Recently discovered your channel. New subscriber! I really like your use of cross-draw holster for its multi-size pistol use and comfort in most situations. I only heard negatives about cross draw holsters up to now, you do it with such ease, I suppose it is due to hours of practice. Most people are critters of habits. I appreciate this video and channel encouraging people to adapt and embrace change in a very subtle and well spoken manner.

[@hrfunk]

Thank you so much! And welcome aboard!

[@johnshepherd9676]

Handguns come in families these days. My Shield Plus operates the same way as my full sized M&P 45. It is just a matter of size. I would even go as far as saying most striker fired polymer pistols operate pretty much the same way so it really does not matter which one you carry. Where you can have a problem quickly adjusting is when you change pistol types and the manual of arms is different. I carry one pistol most of the time and only change for the winter because I live in a very cold climate that required me to wear heavy gloves.

[@frankbutta9344]

Great Video, Chief! The tacticool “experts” are stuck on the battlefield, and much of what they advocate doesn’t apply to civilians. Former police officer Darryl Bolke has been a great influence on my carry method, largely with his defensive philosophy regarding small frame revolvers. I’m either carrying a 6 shot revolver, or a P365 99.999% of the time, but I’m *always* carrying something. The 1986 Miami Dade FBI shootout is a great example of everything going wrong, whether it was a firearms related, or even a pair of eyeglasses.

[@frankbutta9344]

@LTP Exactly! I watched the beginning of a video last week, professing the best way to “draw from retention”. Unfortunately, the guy was using a drop leg holster(!!!).

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Frank! Is I my imagination, or is that mindset becoming more prevalent as time goes on?

[@frankbutta9344]

@@hrfunk It’s becoming WAY more prevalent! I was carrying a 5” 1911 at the local range a few years ago, and a kid in his 20’s said it was no better than a Colt Mustang! My snarky response was, “How many times do you plan on missing?” He wasn’t happy, but it shut him up.

[@marioacevedo5077]

Great video and enjoyed your commentary about situational awareness. Something to consider is wearing a seat belt. In that case, cross draw would be the most convenient. Also, as a retired law enforcement officer, you have more leeway in carrying CCW than most civilians.

[@hrfunk]

I’m probably also just more comfortable with the concept.

[@pauljenkins6877]

A good discussion. I would have been interested in hearing more about draw techniques to avoid flagging oneself from a shoulder holster.

[@onedaycloser2death224]

Check out ayad masoob he has a video shows techniques on specifically that.

[@onedaycloser2death224]

I'm more concerned about whether to get a horizontal or vertical shoulder holster. Vertical horizontal I'm flagging everybody behind me but those vertical holsters almost always have to have a tie down

[@hrfunk]

Maybe I’ll tackle that in a future video.