depending on the area i am going i will carry my 22 pistol for grouse and rabbits when the chance is there. but for people protection, i just say catch me. hahaha
You Pack a Firearm?
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No its built on a tittle 3 receiver changing to a longer barrel length would upset the ATF
I hear good things about the 458 a 500 grain slug would be just about big enough for anything
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RMK7SledHead
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Judged by 12....never carried by 6.
ya i pack heat all the time...heh heh take it everywhere...because its attatched!! lol im thinkin packin the the back country woudnt be such a bad idea with all the cats around here. and the occasional tree hugger rasin hell up here! heh heh
No its built on a tittle 3 receiver changing to a longer barrel length would upset the ATF
Sweet!
I'm just waiting for January to go lay in the snow for the Coyotes!Maybe a more general packing question. What "holster' do you use for general carry? Might not be the best for a shoulder/chest carry while sledding. Just looking for opinions on carrying while sledding and more importantly motorcycling in the mountains (never know when you will stumble on meth or mary jane farm).
Having it in the pack is more of a recreational issue, pulling it out at lunch and doing some target shooting.
Looking at at compact xd. A 9 is much more economical to shoot, but real men say you have to go .40. Input?
Having it in the pack is more of a recreational issue, pulling it out at lunch and doing some target shooting.
Looking at at compact xd. A 9 is much more economical to shoot, but real men say you have to go .40. Input?
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Family owns a cattle and sheep ranch in the northwest part of the state and I always pack the Glock 9mm in the event I have the opportunity to help control the coyote population. Seen many lions, but in the boonies of Colo. they will run from you faster than you can run from them. Anyway, just got used to packing it all the time. Not locked and ****ed, but full mag installed. Would never even consider pulling it for any other reason ( unless shot at first, but hate to even think about that)
Go to www.1911forum.com there is a weath of knowledge over there about CCW and many people much more educated on the subject than myself.
An inside the waist band holster seems to be the most popular way to carry. You'd think it would be uncomfortable but its actually not as long as you have a good belt. I have a Don Hume for my XD and it actually works very well with sled-type outdoor apparel.
I was out scouting elk earlier this year, right before bow season. Walked up on the mountain, found some elk and watched them untill dark. On the way back, near the creek, where there are TONS of white tail deer, I ran into a young cat. He was at about 20 feet. All I had was my surefire flashlight and video camera.....
Never packed during snowmobiling, unless I was chasing coyotes in the stubble fields...
Never packed during snowmobiling, unless I was chasing coyotes in the stubble fields...
Why there are many options ya need to consider the best fastest way to reach your firearm. like may have said there are plenty of holsters around that will do the job. I would not even consider one if it didn't have a thumb break snap or closer. ya also have to consider most are meant for belt carry and that would be under all your insulated gear
look for safe fast reliable options. I fabbed a uncle mikes thumb break holster onto my chest harness which holds avalanche beacon GPS and and radio. keeps it just under one layer a zipper away. used it atving rappelling and snowmobiling 
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^^^^^^^^^^^^ That's well thought out Mr. Junkey... Nice rig.
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Nate
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Its not the .22 rounds ability to hit at what your aiming, its bullet choices. How many bullet choices can you get with a .22 these days? FMJ? HP?
Trust me, you dont have to beat me around the bush, I build guns for a second living From AR's to your 1000yd match rifles to tuning on the pistol.
As for holsters, lots of choices. Lots of pistols to choose from, pick your flavor. Cat Kid by far has the best post on here, more informative than anything.
And your right, its not about the biggest bullet, but what you can hit with what ya got
I pack a Kimber Covert II .45ACP tuned to the gills, its heavy, but performs well.
As to where I pack mine? I just keep mine in my pack. Alot better systems to packing such an item, but I just like it there, I dont like going into the lodge, taking off my jacket and getting concerning looks
Trust me, you dont have to beat me around the bush, I build guns for a second living
From AR's to your 1000yd match rifles to tuning on the pistol.As for holsters, lots of choices. Lots of pistols to choose from, pick your flavor. Cat Kid by far has the best post on here, more informative than anything.
And your right, its not about the biggest bullet, but what you can hit with what ya got
I pack a Kimber Covert II .45ACP tuned to the gills, its heavy, but performs well.
As to where I pack mine? I just keep mine in my pack. Alot better systems to packing such an item, but I just like it there, I dont like going into the lodge, taking off my jacket and getting concerning looks
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Jaynelson
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Never even thought people would, while sledding in the mountains at least Of course, not many animals up high around here in the winter and definetly not going to be shooting other sledders.
I could see taking it just for kicks somewhere along the way, but sledding's usually a pretty good kick on its own. Seems like a waste of space and weight to me, but whatever does it for ya.
Of course, not many animals up high around here in the winter and definetly not going to be shooting other sledders.I could see taking it just for kicks somewhere along the way, but sledding's usually a pretty good kick on its own. Seems like a waste of space and weight to me, but whatever does it for ya.
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I have heard (on the internet) that a HP 22 mag bullet will rattle around in the targets head more which makes it very lethal. (If you can hit their head)
Anyway, thats all I have right now, hoping to go up soon.
Anyway, thats all I have right now, hoping to go up soon.
I guess I don't see the point of packing. There is ZERO wildlife out when I ride (at least in the areas I ride.) It's not like I'm going to shoot a tree when I'm starving anyways.
Whatever though dudes... you guys carry guns and just stay happy.
Whatever though dudes... you guys carry guns and just stay happy.
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It's about stopping power. 22's kill more people (unless the stats have changed..been awhile) than any other. Problem is, they don't "stop the threat" which is the purpose. You're right, the little things go inside and look like a drunk snake racing through your body. Think of 50 knife cuts inside as opposed to a 20# hammer hitting home. Both will end up with the same result, but one might take a while. Not good when 'it's' coming at you, whatever it is.
In this order, I like the .45 (it's been my choice for quite a long time), .40, (10 is a bit odd to deal with), 9. Nothing wrong with wheel guns either; .38 and .357 are great rounds.
Never even thought people would, while sledding in the mountains at least
I could see taking it just for kicks somewhere along the way, but sledding's usually a pretty good kick on its own. Seems like a waste of space and weight to me, but whatever does it for ya.
If I had a nickel for every time I've heard "It's such a nice area" and "I can't believe it happened here" and "we never expected something like this", you and I would be rich. A person doesn't choose when something bad might happen; that would make it to easy. If you go to a 'bad' section of town, your senses are raised, alerts go off and you usually make better choices. But in the comfort of your backyard; shopping mall; bank; where ever (church anyone..??), you're more likely to encounter 'the moment' and OMG, are you going to wish you had thought differently. And not shoot a sledder? Hell, in a heartbeat if needed. A sledder doesn't guarantee a nice guy. Azz holes sled too. Just none of them on here
I think we need some clarification here from those that do carry guns. What types of situations is it going to be used for. I am not talking about 3 days in the bush adventures and the like (much different purpose), just those that are packing heat when going riding a couple hours from home for a day. I have not heard of crazy mountain lions or cougars or any other animal attacking someone on a snowmobile nor in the winter. Nor have I heard of wolves nor coyotes? Never seen a coyote out here, but I could kick the crap out of one back in the midwest.
I mean sure you can hunt with it, but just because I have a gun, doesn't mean I am going to see anything anyways to shoot.
I have yet to here a valid reason for caring a gun on a snowmobile. Except those bush people that are out on there sleds hunting.
Some people said when things get out of control that is when they have them, but why does the other person have a gun? Maybe his thinking is the same as yours?
Enlighten me please.
I mean sure you can hunt with it, but just because I have a gun, doesn't mean I am going to see anything anyways to shoot.
I have yet to here a valid reason for caring a gun on a snowmobile. Except those bush people that are out on there sleds hunting.
Some people said when things get out of control that is when they have them, but why does the other person have a gun? Maybe his thinking is the same as yours?
Enlighten me please.
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Nate
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For my furbearing tag. Yes I have seen Bobcats and yotes while im out, along with the occasional badger. I dont go looking for a fight, and I dont instigate or act upon having a sidearm, I just pack it.
I pack a sidearm cause I can, its a right I choose to use. if someone had been packing a firearm during that virginia tech shooting, do you think it would have ended alot sooner? Id like to see that sort of thing being pulled at CSU, UW, Montana State? Boise state? no, there would be a redneck out there who kept his .270 in his truck and would have ended it sooner
Does that have to do with anything while packing while sledding? no, im just answering your question with another to help you understand why I pack one. Plus, i got a tag for everything in season, its nice to fill your tag while your out fencing or working and what not. If I were lost in the woods it would feel nice to know I have one. Gun shots can be heard from a long ways
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Your first question: everyone's reasons are different.
Second question sounds a bit like an argument that ends with "if all guns were outlawed, only outlaws would have guns". Fact is, 'his' thinking isn't the same as mine. I don't worry about the person who carries for protection; it's the dirtbag who carries and means me harm that is the problem. And there is no way someone can guess where, when or how the problem will rear it's ugly head. The only thing for sure is, it will.
Not everyone should carry. Period. But I wish more would.
I don't worry about the critters as much as the dirtbags. That Gold Creek area you ride is a massive gathering spot for car prowls; the prowl ain't such a big deal in itself, but in stopping one, it can turn defensive very quickly. I'd rather have a gun at a knife/tire iron/whatever fight than a high pitched voice.
Just my thoughts.
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