self defense weapons

[xxUltraModLadyxx]

i was wondering how important you think it is for a transwoman to have a self defense weapon on them when out in public. do any of you carry them in some concealed area like a purse, so it's available for quick draw. if you do, what is it, and have you ever needed to use it?

[stldrmgrl]

How important is it?  I don't know, how much do you value your life?  Trans or not, I am an advocate for the second amendment.

I frequently conceal carry my Glock pistol on my waist.  I advise against carrying in a purse as many criminals prefer to "purse snatch" as opposed to an actual "give me your purse" type incident.  Furthermore, carrying in a purse is not exactly readily accessible.  I have never had to fire my weapon, however, I have had to draw it.  There is very little time to draw your weapon, and typically if the assailant is within 21 feet, you will not have your gun out in time to successfully use it; at that point, you're better off running or engaging in hand to hand combat.

[~RoadToTrista~]

Ooo stldrmgrl that sounds like an interesting story. Why'd you have to draw it?

[stldrmgrl]

Ooo stldrmgrl that sounds like an interesting story. Why'd you have to draw it?

A man was panhandling in a Target parking lot.  As I was putting my bags into my vehicle, I noticed his tactics involved in asking for "donations" were quite a bit threatening.  I saw him nearly run up on a woman who was exiting her vehicle, and despite her requests for him to leave her alone, he refused.  At this point she began walking in the parking lot towards the front of the store, and he followed.  I locked my vehicle and followed them.  I began yelling at the guy, telling him to back off.  He turned around towards me, stuck his hand into his pocket and pulled out a pocket knife and began walking towards me.  I demanded he stop advancing and to put the knife away.  He did not listen, and at that point I drew my gun and again demanded he stop.  At this point the woman was already calling 911.  The man wound up running off after seeing my gun, and I'm under the impression they never caught him as I nor the woman were ever asked to ID anyone.

[A_Dresden_Doll]

A man was panhandling in a Target parking lot.  As I was putting my bags into my vehicle, I noticed his tactics involved in asking for "donations" were quite a bit threatening.  I saw him nearly run up on a woman who was exiting her vehicle, and despite her requests for him to leave her alone, he refused.  At this point she began walking in the parking lot towards the front of the store, and he followed.  I locked my vehicle and followed them.  I began yelling at the guy, telling him to back off.  He turned around towards me, stuck his hand into his pocket and pulled out a pocket knife and began walking towards me.  I demanded he stop advancing and to put the knife away.  He did not listen, and at that point I drew my gun and again demanded he stop.  At this point the woman was already calling 911.  The man wound up running off after seeing my gun, and I'm under the impression they never caught him as I nor the woman were ever asked to ID anyone.

Damn, girl, I'm going to start calling "Hicks".

[Torn1990]

i was wondering how important you think it is for a transwoman to have a self defense weapon on them when out in public. do any of you carry them in some concealed area like a purse, so it's available for quick draw. if you do, what is it, and have you ever needed to use it?

i carry a knife : )
Hope to never use it.

[V M]

I carry a bull whip with a drop forged high gloss polished steel penis head on the tip 

Sorry, I'm terrible 

But seriously, I don't carry any weapons    Maybe I should? But I have been trained in a marshal art that teaches making a weapon out of just about anything

[stldrmgrl]

Damn, girl, I'm going to start calling "Hicks".

[Joeyboo~ :3]

My size 12 foot ramming into their genitalia.

[Jen-Jen]

I think its very important!  There is just so many hate crimes and assaults towards people like us. I agree with Stldrmgrl we have the second amendment for a reson, don't hesitate too put it to good use. I do not want to be another trans person dead statistic, being a cop is dangerous but I think being trans is more dangerous, people hate on trans for no reason. For me, well I have a doubledose of hate, for being trans and a cop! We are all extremely brave when we go out trying to pass! I carry my Glock 27 with me everywhere.

Its better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it! Be safe out there girls!

My size 12 foot ramming into their genitalia.

lol! Very good Joey!
I could just picture your cute little butt doing it too! Haha ....with cleats!

[stldrmgrl]

I carry my Glock 27 with me everywhere.

Props on controlling that little booger of a gun.  I had a 26 and it was just too small for me.  .40 S&W in general has too much flip for my liking even with a full-size pistol; put into a smaller package and you're asking for a broken wrist

[xxUltraModLadyxx]

My size 12 foot ramming into their genitalia.

it hurts even if you have a vagina!

Vag kick and cooter punch montage

[Jen-Jen]

Props on controlling that little booger of a gun.  I had a 26 and it was just too small for me.  .40 S&W in general has too much flip for my liking even with a full-size pistol; put into a smaller package and you're asking for a broken wrist

It does have quiet the kick, lol! But I like it! I like that is small its easier to conceal, in my opinion. I agree with you on the S&W. I switch off between a glock 22 and a Colt 1911. Full size when on duty. Broken wrist haha .. have you tried shooting a 44mag revolver or a snub nose. Ouch!

I am currently reading my American handgunner magazine by the way! Lol

[Joeyboo~ :3]

Now I wanna learn how to use a gun ):

I'm jelly.

[Cindy]

This sort of thread comes up every know and again. Of course it varies from country to country. In Australia you cannot carry weapons unless you are a crook or in a bikie gang. Then it's OK to carry and use any sort of weapon with impunity.

I think most threads end up with don't get into the situation. It is extremely difficult to defend yourself from some one who practices street violence on a daily basis. Best not to be near them.

[stldrmgrl]

It does have quiet the kick, lol! But I like it! I like that is small its easier to conceal, in my opinion. I agree with you on the S&W. I switch off between a glock 22 and a Colt 1911. Full size when on duty. Broken wrist haha .. have you tried shooting a 44mag revolver or a snug nose. Ouch!

I have owned more guns than I can count on my fingers.  I've tried every caliber out there pretty much and found I am most comfortable with .45 caliber (both ACP and GAP).  However, since I used to do armed security, I was required to carry a 9mm (Glock 17).  A while ago I had to sell my .45 Glock (Glock 38), so now I'm stuck with the 17.  It's not too bad to carry, though.

Yes, oh yes, I have experienced the wrath of God in the form of the .44 Magnum revolver.  I'm interested in shooting something bigger, though   My brother has a snub nose revolver; .38 Special - despite being a small caliber, that little gun has more kick than I'm willing to deal with.

[A_Dresden_Doll]

Because you are the "ultimate badass!".

[Jen-Jen]

Now I wanna learn how to use a gun ):

I'm jelly.

if I lived closer to you Joey i'd take you out and teach you! Its actually really fun!

[lilacwoman]

we can't carry anything defensive here in UK and if we defended ourself we'd be the one areested.
actually there is a slight change in the air and no charges were brought against a guy who recently shotgunned a robber.

[Keaira]

I learned Aikido and Karate when I was in Highschool and in the Air Force. However, a pen or a nice sharp nail file can do some damage. Of course if anyone were to attack me at work I have a veritable arsenal close by. Wrenches, prybars, cutters and something I am particularly proud of: A quick connect airgun with a quick connect barrel made from a small pipe that is capable of firing darts I created using Syringe needle tips, long Q-tips, foam rubber and electrical tape. It fires with about 150-200PSI of force behind it and goes through corrugated cardboard nicely.
It's the result of a slow night at work. Also a friend made me a throwing dart with white streamers out of a plastic runner. It has some piercing power too.

I'm not just a pretty face!