DMK
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Obviously gun, ammo is all that is really needed for a best case scenario, but what is the minimum equipment that one should carry on a daily basis?
ID and CCL - Need to carry both my permit and another form of ID in NC at least. I make it a habit. Grab gun, grab wallet.
Good holster and belt - I think a good quality holter and stiff belt can make almost anything concealable. I've tried those cheap nylon jobs, but after buying some nice leather and Kydex holsters, even my full size Govt. and CZ-75 are comfortable. I'll never go cheap there again.
Cell Phone - If you even find yourself in trouble, you can call for help. Maybe you'll get lucky and the cavalry will arrive before the situation requires the use of deadly force. Either way, make sure you make it clear that you are the victim and the other party is the threat. My cell phone is with me 24/7.
Spare magazine - I usually carry a spare with my 1911s since 8 rounds doesn't seem like that much, plus with those thin single stacks, it's easy to carry a spare. I don't usually carry a spare 15 rounder when concealing my CZ-75 though.
Pepper Spray - I always carry a little pocket canister whether I'm armed or not. Even if I am armed, perhaps this little guy will give me the opportunity to break contact without resorting to drawing my weapon.
Flashlight - Like the pepper spray, I always carry a bright flashlight, day or night. Ever been in the middle of a large, cluttered, windowless building when the power goes out? It's not fun. This has a multitude of uses, target identification being but one of them.
Pocket knife - A fellow here on the forum mentioned once that it might be a good idea to carry a knife where you can get it with your off hand. It may be a useful weapon if someone were to try and seperate you from your CCW.
Comments, suggestions?
ID and CCL - Need to carry both my permit and another form of ID in NC at least. I make it a habit. Grab gun, grab wallet.
Good holster and belt - I think a good quality holter and stiff belt can make almost anything concealable. I've tried those cheap nylon jobs, but after buying some nice leather and Kydex holsters, even my full size Govt. and CZ-75 are comfortable. I'll never go cheap there again.
Cell Phone - If you even find yourself in trouble, you can call for help. Maybe you'll get lucky and the cavalry will arrive before the situation requires the use of deadly force. Either way, make sure you make it clear that you are the victim and the other party is the threat. My cell phone is with me 24/7.
Spare magazine - I usually carry a spare with my 1911s since 8 rounds doesn't seem like that much, plus with those thin single stacks, it's easy to carry a spare. I don't usually carry a spare 15 rounder when concealing my CZ-75 though.
Pepper Spray - I always carry a little pocket canister whether I'm armed or not. Even if I am armed, perhaps this little guy will give me the opportunity to break contact without resorting to drawing my weapon.
Flashlight - Like the pepper spray, I always carry a bright flashlight, day or night. Ever been in the middle of a large, cluttered, windowless building when the power goes out? It's not fun. This has a multitude of uses, target identification being but one of them.
Pocket knife - A fellow here on the forum mentioned once that it might be a good idea to carry a knife where you can get it with your off hand. It may be a useful weapon if someone were to try and seperate you from your CCW.
Comments, suggestions?