Quote Originally Posted by Pound Hound View Post
Quote Originally Posted by RickThai
As far as gun safety, most professionals who require the use of guns regularly keep a round in the chamber when in the "ready" position. Do you think most cops walk around with their guns unloaded?
no cops don't walk around with their guns unloaded... that's just silly... but they certainly do not walk around with a round chambered! nor should anyone with a C&C permit. ITS DANGEROUS AND UNSAFE!

chambering a round will give you away in the dark? you watch too many movies...

tell the intruder you are armed and police have been called. you will be far safer if he knows where you are and you are armed..
Most cops I've talked to keep rounds in all chambers (for revolvers - which hardly anyone uses anymore) and carry the semi-auto pistols with a round in the chamber and the hammer down (and safety on, provided the gun has one). Most modern semi-autos will not fire unless the hammer is cocked (either via your thumb or double-action). The trick is to never put your finger on the trigger until you are in a "kill" situation.

While in a combat zone, I kept my .45 Colt cocked and locked at all times except when cleaning it, or standing down in a secure area.

Sure, let the intruder know where you are, and then his buddy can open up on you while he dives for cover. You do it your way, and I'll do it mine (and my family will sleep much safer).

RickThai