5 Concealed Carry Guns You Should Never Buy (Here’s Why)

Published on January 29, 2025
Duration: 11:23

This video identifies five categories of firearms that are generally unsuitable for concealed carry, emphasizing that personal defense requires firearms that are easy to access, quick to deploy, reliable, and easy to shoot accurately. The instructor advises against folding guns, derringers, .410 revolvers, large bore magnum revolvers, and niche firearms lacking holster support, explaining the practical disadvantages of each for life-or-death encounters.

Quick Summary

Five categories of firearms are generally unsuitable for concealed carry: folding guns, derringers, .410 revolvers, large bore magnum revolvers, and niche guns lacking holster support. These firearms often present challenges with deployment speed, reliability, accuracy, or safe carry, making them suboptimal for self-defense encounters.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Concealed Carry Considerations
  2. 01:33Category 5: Folding Hideout Guns
  3. 04:45Category 4: Derringers
  4. 06:47Category 3: .410 Revolvers
  5. 08:04Category 2: Big Bore Magnum Revolvers
  6. 09:31Category 1: Niche Guns with No Holster Support
  7. 10:42Conclusion: Recap of Guns to Avoid

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main reasons to avoid folding guns for concealed carry?

Folding guns, such as the North American Arms mini revolvers with fold-up grips or the Trailblazer Life Card, are generally not recommended for concealed carry because they require valuable time to deploy and are highly prone to fumbling, making them too slow for effective self-defense.

Why are derringers considered poor choices for concealed carry?

Derringers are often unsuitable for concealed carry because they are typically single-action, limiting their rate of fire, possess limited firepower (usually only two shots), have poor ergonomics, and present a complex reloading process under the stress of a life-threatening encounter.

What are the drawbacks of .410 revolvers for self-defense?

.410 revolvers like the Taurus Judge are problematic for self-defense because .410 shot patterns are extremely wide and ineffective beyond a few feet, while slugs are inefficient. Using .45 Colt makes the firearm bulky and less efficient for carry.

Why should large bore magnum revolvers be avoided for concealed carry?

Large bore magnum revolvers (.44 Magnum, .460 S&W, etc.) are generally unsuitable for concealed carry due to their punishing recoil, difficulty in achieving accurate follow-up shots, and significant risks of over-penetration, making them impractical for civilian self-defense.

What is the primary reason to avoid niche firearms for concealed carry?

The main reason to avoid niche firearms for concealed carry is the lack of readily available holster support. A good holster is critical for safe, effective, and discreet carry, and niche guns often have very limited or no options, hindering the ability to find a suitable carry system.

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