Anyone Else ??

[Romadoc]

I was wondering if anyone else feels a disadvantage in having only 7+ 1 available in today's environment. Although I truly like the feel of the K9, and it is equipped with a Crimson Trace, I often seriously think of carrying either my Glock 26 or Glock 27 only for the extra firepower. As to which I would prefer, all things equal, the Kahr K9 would win. Just wondering if anyone else feels this way. I do, however, always carry an extra 7 round mag.

[Willieboy]

I understand your feeling. I have only 6+1 in the PM9 but I have purchased two additional 6 round magazines so I feel somewhat better. That said, I would hope shot placement matters more than the size of my magazine. I convinced my wife years ago that it was quality, not quantity that mattered.

[OldLincoln]

I carry spares so am ok. I thought it would be great to carry a pair of 10rd spares for the 45 Colt, but they were simply too heavy. Now I carry a pair of 7rd spares which are great.

[jocko]

If my G19 would ride in the exact same place as my PM9, I wold probably be carrying my G19. that being said we all know it doeksn't do well in a front pocket, but 15 runds versus 6 is hard to debatenegatively.. Shot placement is #1 and for my and my pi-s poor shooting skills 15 rounds might enable me eventualy to get to the com on the BG.

Course I do feel if I can't do it in 7 , I am probably dead and I don't get paranoid about it either way. I carry so that is a big plus and if you carry whether it be 6, 5 or 15, that is one heh of alot better than anyone who is not

[eastenn]

I convinced my wife years ago that it was quality, not quantity that mattered.

lol I caught that..

7 rounds is a 40% increase in firepower over the 5 round .38 I sometimes pocket carry with no hesitation. I guess everything is a compromise.

[Willieboy]

Well, she's a gullible lass.

[Bawanna]

I'd say it depends on your line of work. If your in a position to pursue (Law Enforcement etc) then I'd feel under gunned in an off duty situation. They are perfect for a backup gun and an off duty gun with a couple extra mags.

For a defensive save yourself and your loved ones 6 or 7 ought to be enough. Course ought to don't always cut it so when I carry my PM45 alone, (extremely rare) I carry 2 extra mags.

Hope for the best, prepare for the worst.

[Dietrich]

In most civilian self defense situations, a handgun with single digit capacity will be sufficient to eliminate the threat.Then again,we`re all on a first name basis with Mr.Murphy and his law of probability.That`s why I carry extra mags for my PM9 and speed loaders for my S&W 642.Probably won`t need `em but....

[ripley16]

Decades ago, when all I carried was a snubnosed .38 special, 5 shot revolver, I sort of felt that way, but the one and only time I've ever drawn any gun, that little hunk of steel garnered such an instant and unconditional capitulation, that I became more comfortable with it. Not because of it's round count but because of it's universally recognised threat potential. Seven + one suits me fine, so long as it's a defensive role, protecting my family and not society as a whole.

[garyb]

I used to only carry my hands, elbows, knees and feet as weapons. I've expanded my arsenal and added the PM40's 6 round with a CTL (due to caliber preference, relative small size and weight). It's a good accurate gun with some punch. I prefer to pocket carry it and realize it may not be the carry for the fastest draw, but it needs to be comfortable to carry. I shoot it accurately and don't feel compromised at all by only having 6 rounds. Quite the opposite. In fact, I feel better about carrying it vs not carrying it. In certain situations when I feel a need for more ammo, I simply slip an extra mag on my belt or in my pocket. Understanding that perhaps the original point may be that 10 is better than 6....well, OK...maybe so. I use the gun and capacity that feels good, I can shoot well, serves the intended purpose, suits my needs, etc.... Everyone has their individual preference and reasons. In a sense it is similar to a boat...all of them have their pros and cons with none perfect for everything.

[MW surveyor]

This question has been debated countless times with no clear cut answer as it always comes down to what makes you feel safe in carrying.

Carrying my CW9, 7+1 with spare extended mag. With my SP 101 357, 5 +2 speed strips or 2 speed loaders. If I knew in advance that I would have to battle my way through some situation, I'd carry the CW9, SP 101 and my CZ Phantom with 18+1 and two additional 18 round mags plus a couple of 15 rounders plus a rifle.

So where's the cut off point on the number of rounds carried?

Don't let paranoia run your life and don't zone out.

(Just because you are paranoid doesn't mean someone is not out to get you.)

[DKD]

I never feel under gunned carrying a six or seven round weapon. That is especially true when I go afield with my 45 ACP. If I can't do the job with the first six I probably shouldn't have been shootin in the first place and save the last round for myself.

I usually carry one spare mag on my person, sometimes two. I also carry spare ammo wallets in my truck when on the road.

[Jeremiah/Az]

I carry my PM9 loaded & feel secure with that. I do have a spare mag in my truck. I am not going to get in a prolonged gun fight with a bunch of bangers. If I can't get it done in 2 or 3 shots, I ain't gonna make it anyway.

[mr surveyor]

all of my 3 semi-auto "dedicated carry guns" are single stack 7+1, and my carry revo is a five holer. I carry one reload in my front right shirt pocket. If I feel like I may need more than that I can carry one cross draw or shoulder and the other strong side....or like MW said, add a rifle or shotty. At least 70-80% of my waking hours are comfortably covered by the 5 hole .357 mag, and the rest lately has been a CW9 and single spare mag. Now, if for some reason my little semi-rural hole in the road was suddenly gang or zombie infested, I would still probably opt for the two (or three) gun carry. You hafta play the odds, in your favor of course, and be comfortable with your decision.


surv

[windsearcher]

I have reduced my carry load from my 13+1 Glock to the 6+1 CW40. Shopping for a spare mag or two now.

However, while I liked the good capacity of the G-23, for comfort, the Kahr is significantly more comfortable, and I figure that since it is easier to carry, it will be with me more, while the Glock may not have made the trip. In that situation, I'll end up having a comfortable 7 rounds instead of deciding to leave the bulky G-23 at the house and be unarmed.

"better to have and not need, than need and not have".... right?