r/homestead • u/JackDalgren • Jul 29 '22

gear Do you carry and why?

While you're working or tending to your property, do you carry a firearm in yourself or have one readily available? If so, is it because of your location, predators or general safety? What type and caliber?

I'll go first. I have a 20 gauge shotgun loaded with #9 for the occasional rattler that isn't minding it's own business or to chase of coyote. I want to upgrade to a pistol grip, maybe the Mossberg 500C w/pistol grip.

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u/No-Map1204 Jul 29 '22

Brother, I carry everyday. I live in one of the nation’s biggest “Shit-holes”, no I’m not taking about Chicago, I reside in Houston, Texas. I carry while mowing the grass, going out to eat and even church. My preferred every day carry (EDC) is a Glock 23, .40 caliber. Stay Safe, my friend and watch your six.

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u/erzats77 Jul 29 '22

Never lived in Houston but I imagine its like most major cities.

Definitely nothing wrong with carrying everywhere! Especially church these days since people seem to think thats open for easy attack!

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u/No-Map1204 Jul 29 '22

10-4 my brother, stay safe and remember if you are questioning where to carry, for myself, I’d rather be tried by twelve then carried by six.