10 December 2009

Getting closer


I found an awesome poster to tell if someone is carrying a hidden firearm, things to keep in mind when I carry my own. Those guys over there at FTF are knowledgeable fellows.

It's only about 2 weeks before I take my class. I've been dragging my feet a bit in getting those measurements for my shoulder holster, not sure why. I think I'll finish that up today.

Went shooting with JR and had a good time. I got to fire his .357 and was surprised it wasn't as powerful as I thought it would be. Thus the power of television. Don't get me wrong; I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of it, I was just expecting more of a kick. Surprisingly, I hit the target all six times. But as one of the guys who were watching us shoot said, "Boy, that sure is a banger." LOUD.

I'm a bit annoyed at some of the guys who seem to make a spectacle of themselves over and over about the OC debate. Of course it's a constitutional right, and the police need to be more aware of the laws they are to uphold, but at the same time, putting yourself in a situation where you are continually harassed by the police just so you can post your experience on youtube seems a bit self-deprecating, as well as putting OC vs CC in a negative light. I'll probably NOT open carry; why advertise? It is a proven fact that criminals choose to pick on those who seem to be unable to defend themselves. Much like the idea behind self-confidence, you carry yourself a different way when you have training than you do if you are just Joe Common who lacks that trait.

This debate will continue, I'm sure.

01 December 2009

My Shoulder Rig...

My shoulder rig fabrication is underway! I've contacted a guy who said he would make me the shoulder rig (harness, basically) for $20.00 and another gentleman who said he would make me the holster for $35. So, for $55.00, I'll have a custom made concealed carry rig that will rival anything you can buy commercially! I have to get the measurements (not easy to do with a metal tape measure, must get a tailors tape measure) and work out the holster arrangements, (custom made may mean sending my weapon to the guy, unless he happens to have a Ruger P95 just laying around... I've gotten just a preliminary email from him, so I'll be posting more when I know more.)

I must say, this is quite exciting. Even though I had to reschedule my CPL class to the 19th of December due to work, I'm happy! I am so ready for this.


I'm going out shooting with JR tomorrow at FSC, hope he doesn't get sidetracked again. I'm not sure what he is bringing to the range, but I know he has a .45. I'll post pics.