Welcome to the Community, @Jeremy! Very true about knowing if you’ll have the hand to rack the slide.
Have you seen the tactic that Kevin Michalowski suggests as a way to rack the slide one handed?
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I have not seen that one.
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Not sure if I’ve seen it either @Dawn… link?
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He talks about it here: Weaver vs Isosceles - #24 by KevinM
I know there’s a video of it, but I haven’t been able to find it after a about 20 minutes of searching the other day.
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Here is another opinion from someone I know, trust and have trained with regarding carrying with an empty chamber.
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Chambered carry is best HOWEVER, you must be fully proficient with your weapon. I strongly recommend you get training well beyond the CCW level then practice, practice, practice. Good luck and be safe.
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OK… I searched for that video, too and I can’t find it. So, I’m going to make another one showing how to run the slide with just one hand. I can do that. I’m Kevin Michalowski, dammit. Oh and one more thing. Carry with a round in the chamber. That is all.
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I may have found it!
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Here’s a good one that I just found.
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That’s funny!!! I have to practice that!!!
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Here’s a good question: Do you carry your revolver with a round in every chamber? If so, why? And why do you think that is safer than carrying an auto pistol with a round in the chamber?
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Oh, I like that question!
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The only revolver I would not carry full, is a Colt SAA or clone thereof. Modern revolvers use transfer bars and/or hammer blocks. The Colt SAA has neither, and in theory, with a round under the hammer could discharge if dropped or if something hit the hammer hard enough. Beyond that, yes, all chambers full. But, I carry with a loaded chamber, or on a 1911, chamber loaded cocked and locked.
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Answer is YES, and the Taurus Model 85 is a .38 Special (5)
Single Action/Double Action with 8 lbs. 3 lbs., it is a long hard
pull in Double Action, but it packs a punch. 158 g I want to be
quick and ready and I do not have to pull that hammer back.
You have to always make that decision to pull that trigger at any
time and I shoot, clean, and operate both revolver and semi autos.
** 4 Universal Safety Rules ** Are a MUST to follow.
I am not trying to impress anybody here and it is a challenge.
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I carried that same gun safely with a round chambered for the better part of a year. As long as you carry in a quality holster that covers the entire trigger guard, you don’t have anything to worry about.
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The best point Jerry makes in that video is that you could very well have one arm occupied with fending off an attacker. I would never want to be in the situation of having to chamber a round one handed.
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It is completely safe to carry with one in the chamber, but there are factors that can change the situation in a heartbeat. Things to take into consideration are features of the firearm, the holster, and the position or area in which you are carrying it. To those carrying in a purse, I salute you, please don’t get upset with me or anyone else if you shoot yourself. It is always best to keep your tools on your person in the first place. This in mind as well with a quality holster that has no room to give, like a good quality kydex holster, will keep your trigger in a safe position. Over time leather can wear down and have “give” to it allowing things like trigger guard exposure, this is no good in my opinion if I can see a gap then something can get in there. Also Kydex is a kind of plastic, so when searching for a good kydex holster look for a solid one piece mold and always check your holsters every so often for wear and tear and cracks regardless of which material you choose. If you have nothing that can touch that trigger and it is good and solid then your firearm will not fire unless some sort of negligence is involved. Most of all just be safe and practice the basic rules of firearm safety and you will be just fine. I have carried for 6 years with one in the chamber and there has been no issues on my behalf, but remember when it comes to quality you get what you pay for so DO NOT get a 15 dollar holster and put your life in its hands. I personally use Greenforce Tactical but there are other holsters and when it comes to your firearm you have to research and find what is right for you! All this is based on my opinion and in no way is my opinion the word of the Gods but it is just my take and personal experience on carrying with a round in the chamber.
ALSO, make sure your trigger discipline and muzzle awareness are on point when you carry your firearm loaded! A responsible gun owner always knows the status of their firearm.
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@Edward that really jumped out at me as well. Having to rack you firearm one handed for a reload would be bad enough. Having to do it just to begin to use that gun for defense really stacks the odds against you.
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You’re very right muzzle and trigger discipline are so very important, @Tre_Michael. Especially if you’re off-body carrying.
How many holsters did you go through before finding the Greenforce Tactical one you like now?
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I have gone through so many holsters over the last 6 years. I would have to say at least a dozen that I actually tried to carry with, and a handful of holsters that were for unboxing and review purposes. However this was happening even after I found Greenforce. Once something new comes along I like to give the opportunity to the newcomers to win over the heart of myself as well as my firearm. However, what works for me might not work for everyone which is why I say that research and training are key to finding the proper holster, and even carry position, for you.
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