Do you all have a favorite side arm you carry in the woods/camping/hiking?

Stainz,

Read my review and you'll see there is a big difference between competition shooting and self-defense shooting. We're comparing apples to oranges. I've trained in traditional weaver and isoceles stances and now this one. They all have their intended purposes and just like knives when considered outside of their scope, get criticized by those who don't realize their application. People can laugh all they want and opinions are like something we all have. Find what works for you and I'll do the same.
 
It was previously a Glock 33, due to small size and light weight, and great caliber. I now carry a 1911 everywhere I go, and it works well for me on the trail too. It's worked well in IDPA, which my G33 was previously being used for.


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SpookyPistolero said:
It was previously a Glock 33, due to small size and light weight, and great caliber. I now carry a 1911 everywhere I go, and it works well for me on the trail too. It's worked well in IDPA, which my G33 was previously being used for.


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What is it about the good ole 1911 that is so perfect?!. Tried & True.. The greatest auto ever built I am thinking!

Spooky,

Was that one in the photo passed down to you? I like it.:thumbup:
 
Ruger GP100, 4 or 6 in depending...

Also have Taurus 94's in .22 and .22mag if I don't think I need or want the .357's.
 
Hi Sunny- Great pistol, aint it? The one in that photo was actually purchased new, but it's developed a lot of character after shooting it/carrying it. Getting 'worn in' now!
 
...and seen here in IPDS Action at PWYP this year in North Carolina.

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Boy, this picture is great!! You got the muzzle flash and everything!!

:rolleyes:
 
G-man,

That photo is courtesy of Garrett (Poesprogeny) on another forum. If you like that, look at this one.

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Remington 870 3" magnum load.
 
I carry a pistol in the woods for hitting something close that needs to be hit.- my Glock 17. It is not finicky, it has never failed, takes weather well, is accurate and fits well in a cargo pocket, if I am hung up- it gives me 17 rounds with one hand. Glock can also be used to put down a badly wounded or sick calf or deer.
Were I to exist long term in woods with one firearm and it HAD to be a handgun- stainless single action .357 6". Versatility and rugged durability.
I used to carry my 3" model 60 Smith when fishing.

If the chance of feeding myself is a possibility, I would would back up the Glock with my CZ Scout or Stainless/laminate 10/22.

When I was working fence in an locale with a problem black bear- 870 police with slugs.
2Door
 
If I'm doing some target shooting, then it's generally my Ruger Super Blackhawk or Casull. If I'm just carrying for "eventualities", then it's either my 1911 or GP100.
 
If I am not hunting then 90% of the time it is a Springfield XD 40 in a Galco shoulder holster. For me the Shoulder holster is the most comfortable way to carry in the woods. If I dont have this rig on then it is my Ruger Super Blackhawk. I don't carry the Ruger often because it is heavy, has limited capacity, kicks like hell and is loud. It's also my favorite handgun that I own, so sometimes I just can't help myself.

Chad
 
The only handgun I currently own is an oddball Ramline Exactor that I got as a Christmas gift about 15 years ago. I'm not hugely fond of it, but it's all I have for a pistol. It's main weakness is cheesey Lexan magazines that don't feed well. However, it is made mostly of Zytel and weighs only 20oz., and is mechanically simple to the point of indestructability. They only made these briefly, but Magnum Research makes a version that they call the Mountain Eagle.

I'd like to get a .357 Ruger Blackhawk, because I have found that I can shoot single action revolvers more accurately than other types, and I like their heritage and versatility. I need to learn more about handgun laws in my current state to find out what is involved in getting one.
 
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