Just registered to get my Concealed Handgun License
 

Anyone else in here pack heat? :gn

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I've had my CPL since 2002. I was only 23 when I got mine. Gunboard didn't like me being so young but, Michigan had passed a shall-issue law the year before. Since my record was clean they had no choice but to issue it to me. In my defense, I haven't gone on any shooting sprees yet.

:gn

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Since 2005.

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Nice! My wife and I both had ours in S.C. but could not transfer that to Texas so we have to take it all over again. Texas CHL class is a LOT LOT LOT more intensive that S.C. The classs is 8-6 on Nov 20. That will be a long day.

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No.I live in a communist state.

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Yes sir! :gn

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Been interested in getting mine. Keep putting it off.

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I wouldn't dare disclose such information!

But maybe ;)
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If we would only ban guns crime would diminish greatly. To many crazies running around scaring the sheeple to ever make me support having guns in there hands, but cigar smokers scare me the most!




























I kid...I kid...I kid :r :r :r :r

To answer your question, yes.

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Of course!!

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Nearly impossible in Los Angeles. :(

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One of the first things I did when I moved to NC. My carry weapon is a Springfield Champion Lightweight 1911(.45).
What's the wait for them these days? I know before Obama you could get your permit in a few weeks here in NC after completing the classes. After Obama everyone freaked and it became 3 months.

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gotta love CCW, and yes I do carry.

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License to carry firearms in PA since my 21st birthday, got my license and carry gun many many hours before my first beer, first carry gun s&w 4006 former mass state troopers weapon, wish i still had that pistol

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Unless you're life is more important than your constituants... (Dianne Feinstein)

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Same

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nice!

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Tell me about it. Total hypocrisy....Do as I say, not as I do. :fl

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2 years now!!!!!!!

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They don't have concealed carry in my state, but I carry anyway.

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We have carry permits here.
You don't have to conceal. Which is a nice thing if the wind happens to blow your windbreaker or coat away. In some conceal states, that would cause you a "problem."

And while I live in the "Nawth," the idea of a BBQ gun amuses me. Not that I have one of those.

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An article I read stated that her reasoning behind it was because she received some personal terrorist threats.

So, let me get this straight. She had a personal security detail and she still needed a CCW? Wow, a CCW must be more effective than most gun banners thought. Oh wait, she's a gun banner. What a paradox.

If they aren't effective at preventing harm/crime, then why get one?

If they are effective, why can't everyone else get one?

:tpd:

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Michigan allows both open and concealed carry. The interesting part is the combination of having the CPL and choosing to open carry removes some of the restrictions on where you can carry.


http://dev.miopencarry.org/Attachmen...er_to_LEOs.PDF
Michigan MCL 750.234d
http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(2k1...e=mcl-750-234d

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i've got mine from buttler county. Good to see ya call it by the right name

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I've been wanting to get mine for a long time, but I also want to go into law enforcement after graduating. I've had several background investigators tell me it comes up as a red flag if you have a concealed care permit during backgrounds. So....I wait

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We can't carry in a fed. courthouse/ courthouse complexes, school/daycare (unless excepted by the owner/principal), jails/correctional facilities/state hospitals, post offices, or in the restricted area of the airport. Other than that, it is fair game. The State capital requires you give them notice via a registered letter so you can be put "on the list." And while private businesses and such "can" post "appropriate signage" banning guns on the premises, it is only illegal if A. They make you. B. They subsequently ask you to leave. C. You DON"T leave. (and considering the requirements for getting the permit, and the typical permit holders adherence to laws, only the INCREDIBLY rare and stupid case would happen). It is a misdemeanor under MN law.

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Here's the Michigan AG Opinion referenced...

http://www.ag.state.mi.us/opinion/da...0s/op10188.htm

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mostly definitely

my carry pistol is a Springfield xd .40 subcompact.

:D

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I carry the exact same gun. mine is the OD green with black. I love it.

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got mine at 21 and never looked back. I'm carrying the Para-Ordinance Warthog. in 45.

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Nice guns folks. I will be looking for another carry gun after the first of the year. I want to go to Drurys here in SA and try out a BUNCH. I am initially thinking about a Kimber.

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keep thinking. kimber QC sucks

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I love that gun.:tu

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Hmmm, I wonder why??? I would think it would be reverse.

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You guys that can get yours easily, count your blessings. Here in MD it's a real problem... unless you're politically connected, handle large amounts of cash or pharmaceuticals, or own your own business, forget it. If I weren't a business owner, I'd be SOL.

Cheers,
G

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I have been wanting to do this for a long time and the laws here in Kentucky are pretty liberal, so that's not a problem. Every time I think about going through the class, I think, well, I probably wouldn't even carry it much. It seems that you are so limited where you can carry one, that it isn't much worth it. But, this thread made me reach out to an instructor today when I read it, so, I'll be scheduling soon. Steve

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I have no clue. Its one of those, "why did you need that?" kinda things. Coincidently being a security officer or bouncer is a red flag too. Weird little things, so I just try to keep my nose clean as possible since I have a crap driving record

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Yup, I carry most of the time.

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I agree with ^.

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Got my Custom Stainless II in 2002 and LOVE it. I shot every type of semi-auto they had at the local range who rented handguns. Fell in love with the 1911 style, and more specifically the Kimber.

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I disgree. When I bought mine in '02, Kimber was the only manufacturer that published the tolerances they machined to. Think about that, it takes guts, cause there are hundreds of places who could check/disprove your quality if they know what specs you're machining to.

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they used to have good QC but not anymore

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Not sure about now, but I've had a Kimber for about 10 years that is superb.

Cheers,
G

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Taking my fiancée to the range at 0730 tomorrow to start training her up. The course here doesn't do much as far as getting you truly ready. But hey I can fix that for her. She is excited. We just finished loading our mags for tomorrow. Congrats, its a heavy responsibility however one that I feel is needed.

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Really? I always thought of them as a top notch gun. I know it is no Ed Brown or Nighthawk Custom, but I always thought different. Have you had a particularly bad experience?

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That is one model I looked at. I love the 1911 style, but they seem like they could be bulky to carry. I am not a big guy at about 5'8" and 170lb. I handled one of THESE and Loved it. I really like the bobtail.

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This is the key...

Width (inches): 1.28

1911s are slim and easy to carry with an IWB (Inside the Waist Band) holster. You don't have to be huge to carry them, especially the shorter barrel models (3.5-4.25 inch barrels).

If I was going to buy another one it would be the CDP Pro (4.25 inch barrel).
http://www.kimberamerica.com/product...dp/pro_cdp_II/

http://www.kimberamerica.com/images/...pro_cdp_II.jpg

I love the "melted" look they have. No sharp edges, all corners smoothed/rounded. Makes for no snags when drawing. Plus it has an aluminum alloy frame with a satin (low-gloss) stainless steel slide, Tritium 3-dot night sight, an ambi-safety, and weighs only 28oz. They can be had for much less than the MSRP of $1318.

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That Kimber is very nice looking. My solution only weighs 15.9 oz. (6 or 7 rd cap)compared to the 28 oz. (7 rd cap) of the Kimber. It is only 9mm though. The .45 version is only 19.3 oz (5 rd)... Much easier to carry every day.
That being said, I would absolutely like a 1911 option, for varietys sake.
http://www.para-usa.com/new/product_pistol.php?id=61 that one has tempted me a couple of times. I would like to shoot one. 24 ounces, 6 cap, Commander sized.. me likey.

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I am as big a fan of 1911's as anyone, my favorite autoloader design by far... but it bears mentioning that cocked and locked carry may not be for everyone. If you practice on a regular basis, are intimately familiar with the handgun, and your gun handling skills are impeccable, go for it. More casual users may be better served with a D/A auto or a wheelgun. :2

Cheers,
G

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correction on weight.