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For me the original LCP is close to perfect as a pocket pistol....with the Nemesis holster. At times I will use a Versa Carry device for waistband carry....no pockets, or pocket too small. Can't speak to the other models.

Best start would be with Tennessee Firearms Association.......TFA "...so far backwards...", maybe try CA, IL, NY for starters. TN has very favorable laws overall. Not perfect. If want to change something, reduce the sign language from having the force of law to a simple trespass.

It is permitless carry, not constitutional carry. For one to legally carry in all parks one must possess either the ECP or CCP. If employed by a post secondary educational institution an ECP is required. Technically, one must have a permit to drive through a school zone with a handgun according to Federal law.

you need to discuss auto carry with an attorney. Strict reading of the TN law permits possession in an auto......but don't depend on LEO to know that. Some will, others won't and there is where your hassle begins. I would also recommend that you take the ECP course when you are within a year of your 21st BD.

Just sharing recent experience. Been using Hornady LNL for about 10 yrs. Loading 9 mm 147 gr DG TC coated bullets. Had the press mounted on a custom I beam mounted on a bench and very nice ammo, super reliable in all guns. BUT, works so well didn’t want to change calibers (45) and monkey up the thing and spend time resetting. So I bought the In - Line Fabricator Universal mount that has the quick chande adapter. Then bought another LNL set it up for 45 ACP. Set it up for the 200 gr DG bullet TC. Brings up point #2. I was using a Redding Pro series seating die. Was shaving some of the powder coating on about a quarter of the bullets on the 45. Switched to the Hornady seater and stem and it’s perfect so far. Oh yeah, point 3 and main reason for post (old age) my Hornady powder measure is very consistent. Been using True Blue powder for the 45 - meters great and burns clean even with a relatively light 45 load.

Academy Sports

Shot the 4” today. Smooth action, reliable function, very accurate and very good sights….this from a dot fan. Trigger was good/ smooth and about 5#. Really liked it. This was a friends, I would consider purchase. My Fury 1911 holster with rail worked well with this gun. If they all worked like this one , it’s a winner.

I believe one can still ship long guns USPS

As many have said..."cruiser ready" is by far recommended by the leading shotgun instructors. Shotguns are not drop safe like most modern pistols. Full magazine, trigger tripped so that slide is unlocked, safety off. A quick rack of the slide and fully ready to deliver rounds down range. Big advantage of shotgun is generally only one serving per bad guy is sufficient.

if you are shooting only single trap, there is an attachment you can hang on the ejection port to trap shells so you just pluck them off not even having to bend over to pick them up. A magnet rod would also be helpful.

Practical and enjoyable class.

Sorry to hear.....terrible disease.

Just checked with regional inspector. Anyone with a current ECP may upgrade online to a lifetime permit—real ID or not

Just go ahead and try and renew now and report back.

Notice I purposefully left out the word requirement. Just as the State laws are available, so should the safety program. However, some of those who “I’ve been around guns all my life” are the most ignorant of gun safety.

many more new owners/carriers who haven't a clue what they are doing. The state should have the whole power point for the ECP online for viewing. Not eligible for any permit, just some exposure to handling of firearms.

I took this course with Randy Harris of Harris Combatives last Sunday. Total of 8 students with a couple of them from out of state. I will add that I have trained with Randy probably about 10 classes previously. He never disappoints. Randy is an excellent instructor and a trainer that is also an excellent shooter, (bio...http://harriscombative.com/) I will also add that I have trained with some of the top names in the industry and Randy is respected in that group as well. As the saying goes, 'you don't know what you don't know'. Classes such as these not only expand one's toolbox, but also tests your equipment before it has to be used on your worst day. This class is not for a beginner. One should have the basics of gun handling and safety as a fundamental basic. We started out with a short classsroom session with a review of safety and why it is important to understand why one must not break two of the basic rules of safety simultaneously in such a contained space as an automobile to avoid injury to self or others. Closed space gunfighting is certainly not the same as shooting targets on a square range. We did all drills initially 'dry' using chairs individually as well as in pairs to simulate an auto. We then proceeded to live fire. The target -BG- was in a fixed position, but chairs were moved to simulate varying positions of shooting from drivers seat with the BG being to both sides of the car, front and back, as well as getting out of the car and moving to different positions. After the chair sessions we broke for lunch. After lunch we moved to our own personal vehicles and ran all drills 'dry'. Then just as we did on the range we moved to live fire from our own vehicles. We each took turns shooting at a reactive BG target dressed with clothing. GOOD hits caused the target to fall....wash, rinse and repeat 3-4 repetitions on each position. The 'final' run was done with a passenger in the car. As a driver we addressed removing the seatbelt, safe draw-stroke, and shooting across the front of a seated passenger as well as out the rear passenger window. Passengers of course get an unique experience at this time as well. Also no vehicles were damaged in this course ! We had a full day, about 10 hrs to cover this course. Randy definitely gives you your money's worth. This course has a lot of movement, was unique in the depth of discussion and experience compared to other courses that scraped the surface of vehicle combatives. I can highly recommend Randy for your training needs, from basic skills to advanced including shotguns and rifles, along with easy access and reasonable costs.

My best recall you have to apply in person at the DMV for the lifetime ECP.

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semi auto OK

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Sounds like my Dan Wesson

39-17-1359 makes it legal to post.

Ii have a subcompact with Romeo 0 as does a buddy. I have shot several other Caniks. All work very well, no problems whatsoever. For the right price, go for it.

Invest in yourself....you are worth an 8 hr class to get the Enhanced (ECP) . More information plus a range test which documents at least a minimum compentency. The important part is a basic legal knowledge of permitted carry. Not being charged with aggravated assault and staying out of jail for 10-20 yrs is pretty important. Then take other classes as you can; it is not a 'one and done' process if you are serious about carrying a gun.