My carry guns

Executive Editor Jay Grazio of American Rifleman presents his Everyday Carry (EDC) setup, featuring the Taurus TX9 Compact 9mm pistol. He highlights its 4-inch barrel, 15-round capacity, ambidextrous controls, and optics-ready slide with the T.O.R.O. system. The setup includes a Galco Masterbuilt Stow-N-Go IWB holster for secure and easy carry, and a CRKT Aksel OTF automatic knife, with a reminder to check local laws regarding automatic knives.

This guide details how to upgrade a Glock 43X MOS for enhanced performance and capacity, drawing from an experienced instructor's five years of use. Key modifications include the Radian Ramjet Afterburner, Holosun EPS Carry optic, Shield Arms 15-round magazines, and a Streamlight TLR-7 Sub weapon light, transforming the pistol into a highly capable concealed carry option. The importance of training is stressed as paramount, regardless of gear.

This video from Civilian Tactical showcases three distinct firearms for Everyday Carry (EDC), featuring the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0, Glock 19, and the unique Switch-Gun. The presenter, an experienced firearm enthusiast, discusses the practical applications, concealability, and specific features of each, including the use of Defiant Ammunitions hollow points and the Viridian RFX15 red dot sight. The content offers insights into choosing firearms for personal defense based on different carry needs and scenarios.

This video from SPN Firearms presents the top five Taurus handguns the instructor would personally carry for Everyday Carry (EDC). Drawing on extensive personal experience, the instructor highlights the reliability and value offered by Taurus, debunking common criticisms. The selection includes a mix of semi-automatic pistols and revolvers, emphasizing their suitability for concealed carry based on size, ergonomics, and performance.

This guide synthesizes expert insights on modern micro pistols, emphasizing their role as serious EDC tools. It details 10 top models, including the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0, Sig Sauer P365, and Springfield Hellcat, highlighting their unique trade-offs in concealability, shootability, and capacity. The information is presented with a high degree of authority, drawing on detailed discussions of manual of arms, grip discipline, and draw paths, crucial for effective concealed carry.

This video provides a demonstration of the Matrix Arms MX19, a 9mm aluminum-framed pistol with an aluminum slide, featuring a Timney trigger and optic-ready capability. The presenter, identified as a firearms influencer, showcases its shooting performance at an outdoor range and its suitability for everyday carry with a 945 Industries bag. The informal yet authoritative tone suggests practical insights for firearm enthusiasts interested in this Glock-style alternative.

Lucas Botkin, founder of T.Rex Arms, shares his expert insights on optimizing carbine builds based on extensive round counts. He details his philosophy on barrel length versus optic choice, preferring red dots for shorter barrels and magnification for longer ones. Botkin also discusses preferences for muzzle devices, foregrips, lights, lasers, and triggers, emphasizing reliability and simplicity for high-volume use.

This video details a critical incident during a firearms class where a custom-built pistol, featuring numerous aftermarket parts, experienced unintended discharges. The instructors meticulously troubleshoot the issue, identifying tolerance stacking and specific magazine fit as the likely culprits. They emphasize the importance of testing aftermarket components and the potential pitfalls of combining non-OEM parts.

This video discusses the practical considerations of Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs) with firearms instructor Nick Young. Key takeaways include the benefits of SBRs for suppressor use, the legal complexities involving ATF travel paperwork, and the potential reliability issues and increased violence in shorter-barreled platforms. The discussion also touches on the importance of proper buffer systems and the tendency for 'Franken-guns' to fail in training.

Hwansik Kim explains his 'No Friction Grip' technique, developed to maintain control in adverse conditions like sweaty hands or rain. The method emphasizes specific pressure points, particularly using the support hand's index finger on the trigger guard and the top knuckles of the support hand on the firing hand. This technique aims to minimize reliance on grip enhancers and provide consistent control through recoil by creating a stable platform without excessive friction.