Do You Have a CCW Permit?

[Carl in GA]

Originally Posted by deputybpfife

These statistics are publicly available as raw numbers, just wasn't sure about percenatges. I was wondering how many in a room of 100 were possibly carrying.

A good question to keep the bad guys guessing about, imho. I've had my permit for a couple of years now and should've pulled the trigger on it long ago. First five-year renewal comes up in May of '16, I believe.

[wheelyfun44]

Permit for concealed carry is not necessary in Vermont!!

I do, however, have permits for NH and CT, which enables me to carry in many states....unfortunately, there are many "commie" states in the Northeast, which prevent me from carrying where I most need to....large urban areas.

[CrackerKen]

Yep, I have one. I got my FL CWFL in 1993. In addition, several years ago I got my retired LEO credentials (when the agency I retired from started issuing them), and I am qualified (and certified annually, at least) under the LEOSA of 2004, also known as HR218. So, I have what amounts to a 50 state CCW permit, even though there are some states where I'd be reluctant to carry, like NJ, NY, and IL (I don't plan on going there anyway). In FL, if you have a CWFL, you don't have to go through the waiting period to buy a firearm, however, if you are LEO, or retired LEO with ID, you have to wait.

My EDV varies, depending on what I'm doing and my clothing - anything from a Keltec P3AT pocket pistol, up to my 1911, to include a S&W M&P 40 Shield, a S&W 642 snubby, or a Glock 27.

[Horse'nround]

I honestly can't remember when I started carrying. Used to open carry a Ruger security six to go snake hunting with friends at sixteen. Went in the Navy at 19 and when I landed in Wa. state in 78' got my 1st CCW. So what's that Hmmm... 36? To damn long ago to remember... anyway I've always had a soft spot for the 1911, packed a variety of iron but always come back to the best.
EDC - DW Guardian
BBQ - DW CBOB
Tool box Mimber Eclipse II
Bug - Sig P938 Equinox
Boot - Cheap 22 wheelie...



sorry I will have to update my file photo to include Holster gear.

[DrHenley]

I guess I should update my entry...

The SIG Fastback didn't last too long as my carry gun because it wouldn't quite fit in a cargo pocket in a usable position. So I got a SIG Ultra Carry which fits perfectly. Here it is in the cargo pocket rig. The foam keeps it from shifting and prevents printing. The result is amazingly inconspicuous since there is no discernible outline of anything in the cargo pocket.



Note that due to the magwell, a Checkmate 8 round mag barely protrudes - just enough to make it easy to seat fully. All my full sized mags work flawlessly, so I never use Officer mags in it. Without a base pad, an Officer mag can't easily be seated anyhow.

I carry 3 spare mags in the opposite cargo pocket.

[Hail Caesar]

Not only a CCW permit holder....but I am an Instructor.