CCW Minute: What You Really Need in a Concealed-Carry Gun

Shooting Illustrated's Kevin Creighton gives you the "skinny" on what makes a concealed-carry pistol concealable.

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posted on August 7, 2024

Our friends at Shooting Illlustrated, one of NRA's Official Journals, are concealed-carry specialists who focus on the tactical and defensive side of gun ownership. Editor Kevin Creighton is an industry expert with decades of experience, and he's here to give you the scoop on your concealed-carry questions ... in a minute or less!

One of the biggest debates in the CCW world is which pistols are best for concealment. The answer is complex, in part because some people's lifestyles and manner of dress accommodate concealed-carry better than others. The rule of thumb is, "The smaller the pistol, the easier it is to conceal." But that's only the beginning of the story.

In fact, when you're trying to avoid "printing," which is an inadvertent revealing of your carry gun through your clothing, some dimensions matter more than others. Kevin's here to give you the skinny ... so to speak!

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