That a well-regulated militia, composed of the body of the people, trained to arms, is the proper, natural, and safe defense of a free state;
In the 2015 IDPA Nationals survey 269 said they have carry permits, 69 who didn't and the rest didn't answer.
I think this varies a lot by region, and it's not useful to generalize it nationally. In Virginia I can tell you that 75-85% of those who shoot IDPA matches also carry where legal to do so, which is just about everywhere. In Maryland, it's less than 50% because CCW permits are difficult to acquire, and often come with restrictions. It also depends what you call "carry." A lot of guys in WV keep a pistol in their truck, but don't usually carry it on them. The mix of CCW carriers is different in Maryland and Virginia. Maryland is heavily LEO, ex-LEO, and Federal Agents with a sprinkling of civilians. In Virginia it's majority civilians with a sizable group of LEO's, ex-LEO's and Federal Agents.
To me the bigger issue is the percentage of Virginia CCW who are poorly skilled. One of the main reasons I shoot and support IDPA is to get new/novice shooters into a program that will improve their safety and their skills. I have helped many a new shooter go from green to competent, and that is what keeps me going. I always encourage them to go further and take tactical courses once they get confident.
Cody
That a well-regulated militia, composed of the body of the people, trained to arms, is the proper, natural, and safe defense of a free state;
We have pistol divisions for just about any sized CCW gun you want to shoot, from BUG to Compact Carry Pistol to Full-sized ESP/SSP to full-sized .45cal. And before you say nobody carries a Glock 34, I know a few LEOs and Federal guys who carry a Glock 34, and it's their favorite gun. I also know a number of civilians who carry full-sized 1911's.
This posting was intended to provide information, not debate.
Cody
That a well-regulated militia, composed of the body of the people, trained to arms, is the proper, natural, and safe defense of a free state;
That a well-regulated militia, composed of the body of the people, trained to arms, is the proper, natural, and safe defense of a free state;
Last edited by cclaxton; 12-27-2015 at 03:44 PM.
That a well-regulated militia, composed of the body of the people, trained to arms, is the proper, natural, and safe defense of a free state;
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