question for 1911 carry

[Glock27]

I am a firm believer in having a main carry piece, (1911, glock, etc...) and having a backup. The small j-frame is a great option. I mostly carry a 1911 and rarely do not have at least 1 spare mag, not that I that migh ever need it, but better safe than sorry.

I recomend sticking with your government model, you know it and trust it, however I would look into the site issue.

Practice your draw...... A lot! As far as condition 1 carry, (cocked and locked). Once you get comfortable carring the, maybe in the half cocked or even try carrying it cocked and locked on an empty chamber until you feel comfortable. Like a couple of the other guys said get a good belt and a good holster.
Just whatever you decide, make sure your confident in your choice. I was fortunate enough to have a real life learning experience where I was able to learn just how important a good holster and presentation is without hurting myself or anyone else. Know your equipment like the back of your hand!

 

[LACamper]

DO NOT carry a 1911 at half ****. Half **** is only there in case your thumb slips while lowering the hammer, which you shouldn't be doing anyway! It only builds bad habits. Do it right the first time...
If you're worried about it for the first few day leave the chamber empty and carry cocked and locked. If when you get home the hammer is down, you know you would have lost a body part... and figure out what you did wrong!

 

[Gus McCrae]

DO NOT carry a 1911 at half ****. Half **** is only there in case your thumb slips while lowering the hammer, which you shouldn't be doing anyway! It only builds bad habits. Do it right the first time...
If you're worried about it for the first few day leave the chamber empty and carry cocked and locked. If when you get home the hammer is down, you know you would have lost a body part... and figure out what you did wrong!

This.

 

[mrmojo32]

I attended Gordon's class at Bass Pro last Saturday and it was really cool and informative. Hopefully the rest of the process will not take too long. There were those there who had problems hitting the black on the target and it was maybe 15' away!

 

[mrmojo32]

I turned all my completed paperwork in at the State Police over by Goodwood about a month ago. Does anyone know how long it usually takes and how you are contacted?

 

[Guate_shooter]

I turned all my completed paperwork in at the State Police over by Goodwood about a month ago. Does anyone know how long it usually takes and how you are contacted?

Are you refering to a CHP aplication ??????????????

 

[mrmojo32]

Concealed Carry Lisence.

 

[Guate_shooter]

6 Weeks give or take, I know Sergeant Reavis was out all last week and came back the 23rd I believe so I would imagine no less than 4 weeks IF everything is complete and they have no questions.

 

[mrmojo32]

Thanks for the info. As far as everything goes, the only thing that might be a problem is I had to get a doctor's letter and form filled out because I had been prescribed something for anxiety. The form the doc filled out said that there are no issues so I do not know if it is going to be a problem with getting the permit or not.

 

[Guate_shooter]

Thanks for the info. As far as everything goes, the only thing that might be a problem is I had to get a doctor's letter and form filled out because I had been prescribed something for anxiety. The form the doc filled out said that there are no issues so I do not know if it is going to be a problem with getting the permit or not.

It shouldnt be if its cleared by a doctor, if State Police needs more information or has a question they will contact you via regular mail.

 

[kirkdbergeron]

Loaded, cocked and safety engaged.

Ditto....+1 LOL

 

[mrmojo32]

It shouldnt be if its cleared by a doctor, if State Police needs more information or has a question they will contact you via regular mail.

If there are no questions and everything is fine, how are you contacted?

 

[Guate_shooter]

If there are no questions and everything is fine, how are you contacted?

UH

Why would they want 2 get ahold of you if everything is fine?????????

 

[mrmojo32]

I don't have my paperwork with me so I am just saying after you go and turn in all the correst paperwork at the State Police what is the next step?

 

[Guate_shooter]

Sit around, wait and be agravatted until the pretty envelope comes in the mail.

 

[mrmojo32]

ohhhh ok.

 

[Specularius]

Just so you know what to look out for, here is what the envelope looks like:

It is a 4 1/2 inch by 6 1/2 inch envelope.

 

[mrmojo32]

Woooo.... I can't wait!

I have not seen it yet and it's been about 6 weeks I guess.

 

[mrmojo32]

It came in the mail today. What is the best local place to get a good concealed carry holster?

 

[Guate_shooter]

It depends on what u want, brand and material, leather, kydex, iwb, owb

Pm lsp he had recomended a local holster maker for kydex, for leather I recomend Nick Mathews he's in Texas and takes 10 days to get a holster from him