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Do you carry either concealed or open carry with one in the chamber?

Javelina

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How would you carry a NOT drop safe gun?

I happen to be speaking with a buddy of mine who is going to be giving me a smokin' deal on a P-64 Makarov 9x18mm pistol. I have not decided on whether to OC or CC with it (leaning more towards CC since it is small and would be perfect for Concealment). Anyways from what I have heard it is not a drop safe gun, so the question is this, how would you carry it? I know I will have it fully loaded with one in the chamber but should I have the safety engaged with it being a not drop safe firearm?

P.S. I am not a CC'er if anyone is wondering, I would more then likely have my Glock 22 on my hip while CC'ing the P-64 but if I OC the P-64 I wouldn't be CC'ing my Glock. Thanks guys! :cool:
 

Rusty Young Man

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I happen to be speaking with a buddy of mine who is going to be giving me a smokin' deal on a P-64 Makarov 9x18mm pistol. I have not decided on whether to OC or CC with it (leaning more towards CC since it is small and would be perfect for Concealment). Anyways from what I have heard it is not a drop safe gun, so the question is this, how would you carry it? I know I will have it fully loaded with one in the chamber but should I have the safety engaged with it being a not drop safe firearm?

P.S. I am not a CC'er if anyone is wondering, I would more then likely have my Glock 22 on my hip while CC'ing the P-64 but if I OC the P-64 I wouldn't be CC'ing my Glock. Thanks guys! :cool:

Great choice on the Makarov. Assuming you will carry it as a BUG on your weak side:
Carried IWB with one in the chamber and a full magazine; manual safety may be on if you can quickly disengage with the off hand.
Level 1 retention holster that covers the trigger area AND (most importantly) holds the pistol securely; the "shake test" should give you a clue as to how well your holster holds your Makarov.

I'm not sure I would do pocket carry myself, but that is only because of the things I usually end up carrying in my non-tactical (hence pocket-deprived:rolleyes:) pants.
 
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