Concealed Carry Research Paper

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In recent years concealed carry of firearms has become common in the United States, with over 16 million citizens with active concealed carry permits, in 48 states and Washington, D.C. (qtd. In Gunstocarry.com). Concealed carry is an effective way to protect themselves and their family when law enforcement is not readily available. There are between one and two million defensive gun uses per year, not involving homicide. Given my research, plus ten years of experience with firearms instruction, in my duties as a United States Army Infantry Non-Commissioned Officer and civilian firearms instructor, I will provide evidence as to why the Ruger LC9, Springfield Armory XD-s, Smith and Wesson Shield, Glock 43 and Sig Sauer P365 are the "Top Five" concealed carry handguns available.

Handguns are available in many shapes, sizes, and calibers they exhibit strengths and weaknesses. The criteria I will consider is concealability, ease of use, and cost. When carrying a pistol, size matters. In The Gun Digest Book of Concealed Carry, the author states, "concealed means concealed" (Ayoob 11). If your pistol is too large, you may run into the …show more content…
Smith and Wesson's origins date back to the mid-nineteenth century, and in its 160-year history, has grown to one of the largest firearms manufacturer in the world, producing pistol's, modern sporting rifles and revolvers for civilian and government applications. Regarding concealability, it maintains a petite figure suitable for concealed carry, with an overall length of 6.1 inches, width of 0.99 inches, and height of 4.5 inches. The Shield maintains a manageable weight of 18.3 ounces. The Shield's comfortable, and aggressively textured grip, as well as 5.5 pounds of trigger pull, helps maintain positive trigger pull to stay on target. The Shield holds a modest price tag of $479.00, making it
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