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by shootthesheet
Wed Dec 19, 2007 11:26 am
Forum: General Texas CHL Discussion
Topic: To Chamber or not to Chamber?
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Re: To Chamber or not to Chamber?

I have seen those who do not chamber a round do it as a part of their unholstering. I will not carry that way and would not recommend it until that ability is developed fully. That is just one more thing to flub-up in a stressful situation.

I carry and handle every gun as if it was going to fire if I touch the trigger. I mainly carry Springfield XDs now because I like them overall and I like that I can handle it without touching the grip safety. I am much more confident with an XD than with my Glocks because of that. I also intentionally bought a IWB that I cannot reholster while on my body so I would have to remove it, place it on the weapon, and return the gun and holster to my belt. I think once my gun is drawn I will chance any situation where reholstering is a must. Depending on the holster you use, this may be an option to get around any concern of ND while reholstering. Again, I would not carry a gun that was not ready to fire when I needed it. The noise of chambering a round is enough to get a CHL holder shot and destroying any advantage of surprise. It also takes away the opportunity to pull and fire in a moment the BG gets distracted.

Main thing is, pay attention when handling the firearm. If it cannot be done with all your attention then don't do it. :deadhorse: That is my opinion.

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