Well, if you can do it then by all means go for it.randomoutburst wrote:That was part of my decision in buying from STI. Of course, the fact that they offered EXACTLY what I wanted without me having to modify anything was a big factor...but I also prefer to buy things made in the USA and, if possible, our Lone Star state. :) Well, I can't purchase it until I'm 21 anyway so waiting until my birthday is my only option no matter how badly I want it. If I could legally get it sooner, believe me...I would!!jeeperbryan wrote:Umm, I'm like super jealous of your STI. I love that they're made in Texas. I wonder if you could get it sooner by driving down to Georgetown.
As far as carrying it, I'm not sure how you're going to conceal that beauty. I think a snubbie or small 9mm is going to be too big. Maybe getting a small .380 like a LCP, TCP, Sig, or Kel-tec and keep the STI locked in your vehicle? A pocket gun is better than nothing and you'll be able to do all your restaurant duties without noticing it.
I think if you guys saw me and what I had to wear you might not doubt my ability to conceal it. I'm a small woman, but I'm no stick. I'm sure I can conceal it - I just want to make sure it's concealed as well as it can be concealed...since it IS against company policy and I don't want to be outed. I can easily find another job if I'm found out, but that's a lot of hassle I'd rather not bother with.
I prefer larger guns for two reasons: they're heavier and have less noticeable recoil. I prefer steel frames for the same reason. I will never buy a polymer frame gun again. I had a Kel-Tec PF9...I hated it and sold it after having it about a year. You're right - I could easily conceal it. That's why my husband bought it; I had intended to use it as my carry when I turned 21. The recoil killed my hand, though, and it got to the point where I couldn't hold on to the gun after several shots; I was limp-wristing it because my hand couldn't take it. While smaller guns might be easier to conceal it doesn't mean I can't conceal my 1911 -- I just need to put a little more effort into it. :)
I genuinely think I can conceal my Ranger II with a Supertuck or Crossbreed at work. If I wear it between my left hip bone and navel, my apron conceals everything nicely while I'm on shift. Once I'm off the clock I can untuck my shirt for easy access to my firearm while walking to my car...which is the time I'm most worried about needing it. If necessary I can readjust in the bathroom before heading out to make sure it's both concealed and more readily accessible.
BTW, tell your husband that he's a good man. I can't tell you how many times I've seen and heard of the husband going out and spending $1000+ on their CHL gun and then buy the wife a cheapo gun they wouldn't carry themselves.