Carry Like a Pro!

Carrying a firearm is a privilege and right that each of us should welcome. However, some of us have lax standards and subpar training that restrict our ability to carry responsibly. Don’t be a jack wagon. Avoid these common mistakes to carry like a pro.

Lack of training stands shoulders above other common mistakes made by my fellow EDC practitioners. True pros rely on quality training like their life depends on it, but not just any training. I spoke with Mark Condon of Boondocks Firearm Training Academy, and he believes the best EDC folks seek out training from a variety of teaching facilities, instead of a single location where they feel comfortable. Good training pushes comfort levels and extends the boundaries of an individual’s decision making skills.

Consistency is a running theme with the pro carriers. They carry every day in any situation possible. They don’t take

days off or only carry in certain situations. They could be running to the gas station for a quick fill up and are still armed and ready to deploy their skills.

In 2015, a National Firearms Survey found that nearly 3 million people carry daily. The survey also found that 9 million Americans carry only once a month. That’s a pretty big disparity when it comes to people carrying every day and those who carry once a month. Looking at the numbers, I’m guessing those 9 million folks who aren’t carrying every day are doing far less training than the EDC pros.

The true professionals are consistent with training. Training to the pros is a daily, weekly, monthly and yearly process to hone their skills. No days off.

If we want to carry like a pro, we must be willing to carry with the right gear. How many people carry a loose revolver in their shorts or jeans pockets? This is unacceptable. Find good gear. Any training academy gladly shares recommendations for EDC gear. Find out what works for you and train with it. We had a gentleman who carried a revolver in his pocket lose a leg because he refused to carry in a pocket holster. Without proper gear rookie mistakes happen.

Carrying like a pro is easy. Train with good gear and remain consistent throughout your carrying life and you’ll hit pro status in no time. ~ KJ

Kevin Jarnagin
Kevin Jarnagin (KJ) hails from Oklahoma, but quickly established Louisiana roots after joining the Gun Talk team. KJ grew up as a big game hunter, and knows his way around a bass boat. Whether it’s making his way to British Columbia for elk or training with pistols, Jarnagin always seems to find a gun in his hands and adventure on his mind.

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