Buzz;
The thing about Tennesse and Louisiana was meant as a joke, just forgot to add the smileys......You got to remember, there are crazy people everywhere and in every state!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Some places just have higher concentrations of em than others
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Mike:
I would suggest you get a copy or application for a CCP in your state and read it about 10 times. It'll give you all the qualifications to get the CCP and all the laws/rules/regulations regarding carrying a gun, you may be surprised by some of the regulations....
Here in Louisiana, there is a list of places you are NOT allowed to carry a weapon concealed or otherwise and the list is not real short!!!!!!!!!
As for a carry gun, I don't carry anything less than a 38,9mm 90% of the time. You should "try on" different guns/holsters in a gun shop and see what fits you and your lifestyle best and also get input from your instructor or LEO's about what they would recommend....
I carry a 9mm and use a crossdraw holster, I spend most of my working days in a car and carrying my gun on my side is very uncomfortable in the car or sitting most anywhere.... I tried a number of crossdraw holsters till I found one that was comfortable and functional for ME, then practise,practise,practise..........
Seems lately I carry my gun less and less on me, but always have it in the car with me, and only carry it on myself when I feel the need to.
David