Gun Skills :
Carry-Rotation Best Practices


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By Mark Chesnut. Nov 11, 2024

Carry rotation can be a contentious topic. While some believe you should only carry one gun all the time, others maintain that there are compelling reasons wherein changing might be necessary.

One reason is simply that gun companies annually introduce newer and better models, and who wouldn't want to add a new carry gun to their collection now and then?

Another factor for many parts of the country is climate. The gun that you carry during an Oklahoma winter under a sports coat might not be the easiest to carry—or conceal—when summer temperatures hit triple digits and shorts and t-shirts are the preferred attire. And finally, the current economy figures into the equation. With runaway inflation on everything from gas to groceries being at all-time highs, many Americans have to work more than one job to make ends meet. The firearm one might carry during a day job in an office might not be appropriate for an evening waiter or waitress job.

Most firearms instructors agree that it's best to pick one gun and stick with it ... .....

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