Many people apply for a concealed carry permit for self-defense purposes. There are several rules you need to follow when you conceal a firearm. Learn more about the rules below, and make sure you customize your handgun to meet your needs.

1. Should You Concealed Carry?

The first thing you need to think about is whether you should carry a firearm at all. There are lots of options for self-protection. Examples include tasers, pepper spray, knives, and handguns. They are effective, and not all of them require you to kill someone. Remember that guns can be fatal, so you need to think carefully about whether this is the best option for you. Be honest with yourself, ask yourself if you are okay firing the handgun at someone, and if you are, then it is time to move on to the next rule.

2. Open Carry or Concealed Carry

Next, think about whether you should carry a handgun in the open or if you should conceal your handgun. Some people want to open carry because they feel this is a deterrent against people threatening; however, open carrying a handgun is generally not recommended because you don't want to broadcast that you have a firearm, as it will make other people nervous. It will also draw the attention of law enforcement officers. Open carrying a handgun can also take away the element of surprise. If you can legally conceal carry, this is probably the better option. If you don't have a concealed carry permit, you might be allowed to open carry, but you need to look at the local laws.

3. How To Carry a Concealed Weapon

After this, think about the best way to carry a handgun as a concealed weapon. Wherever you put your weapon, make sure that you can access and fire it in a reasonable amount of time. This means you need to carry your weapon with a round ready to fire. You may want to carry it in your pocket, on the inside of your hip, or even in your belt strap. Some people prefer to carry a handgun near the ankle, but you need to be able to access it quickly enough to protect yourself.

4. Which Holster To Use For Concealed Carry

This is a personal choice, but you need to think carefully about what holster you want to use. Many people enjoy a holster that sits on the waistband with a leather pad. That way, it will distribute the pressure even higher. Even a relatively light handgun, such as a Glock, can make you tired if you carry it constantly. Think carefully about the holster you use to protect your firearm.

5. Train and Drill Regularly When You Plan to Carry Concealed

Finally, if you decide to conceal carry, you need to train and drill regularly. In many areas, you need to take a class before you can carry a concealed weapon. In this class, you will learn everything you need to carry and fire a handgun safely and accurately. Remember that the goal of carrying a concealed handgun is to protect yourself; however, you need to make sure you do not hurt yourself or other people. The bulk of your training should be done with dry fire to build muscle memory. Make sure to go through these drills in the clothes you usually wear. That way, your practice will translate to your everyday life.

The Best Handguns for Concealed Carry

You need to think about the handguns you want to carry concealed. The handgun has to be small enough to conceal comfortably. Without a doubt, one of the most popular handguns to carry concealed is a Glock 19. This is arguably the gold standard for those who conceal carry. You may also be interested in the Glock 26. This is one of the most popular sub-compact handguns in the world, and it is slightly smaller than the Glock 19. If you find that the Glock 19 is too big for you, consider the Glock 26.

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