Do you carry anything unusual in your camera bag? (Page 6): That gives new meaning to going on a photo “shoot”. I have never put a gun in a camera bag… not opposed to it but redundant...

KillroyII Loc: Middle Georgia

Retired CPO wrote:

I carry a Model 1911 .45 ACP! Don't know if that would be considered unusual??

That gives new meaning to going on a photo “shoot”.

I have never put a gun in a camera bag… not opposed to it but redundant since my 9mm Sig will be, under a shirt or jacket, attached to my waist-band… anywhere it is legal to carry. I do like the .45 cal, and have a Glock 21 at home (w14 rounds of .45), but size and weight keep it to “rarely” carried category. We “can” open carry in Georgia, but I always conceal.

DaveyDitzer Loc: Western PA

KillroyII wrote:

That gives new meaning to going on a photo “shoot”.

I have never put a gun in a camera bag… not opposed to it but redundant since my 9mm Sig will be, under a shirt or jacket, attached to my waist-band… anywhere it is legal to carry. I do like the .45 cal, and have a Glock 21 at home (w14 rounds of .45), but size and weight keep it to “rarely” carried category. We “can” open carry in Georgia, but I always conceal.

I believe in open carry in principle, but these days it's a snatch and grab invitation.

Canisdirus

.357 mag 5 shot revolver.

My attitude and shooting capabilities make up for the lack of ammo.

I should add that it is never in my bag, but on my person (of course).

My bag will usually have weed...if that counts. A lot of hours out there in the woods...it helps.

therwol Loc: USA

DaveyDitzer wrote:

It's just common sense if you are lugging $5-10 M in equipment with you. I'd carry if I were lugging that much cash, so why not the same rational with cameras.

I take the original answer as an honest one and don't question the motive. I do question carrying the gun in the bag, which is already a magnet for a thief. Unless you never put it down to take pictures and have your hand inside on the gun at all times, there is potential for loss of cameras/lenses and gun at the same time.

By the way, there have been some good answers in this thread that have nothing to do with guns, but was it really necessary to start a discussion about which guns are best for what? That should be a separate topic for those wanting to have that discussion.

Don, the 2nd son Loc: Crowded Florida

Retired CPO wrote:

I don't consider it a surprise! Just common sense! Others might see things differently.

It does make my bag a bit heavy. Just had to stop carrying a rarely used lens. The .45 is more important!

Until someone steals your bag. In Florida, you could carry your .45 on your hip. Much more practical. But, I must remind myself, I am NOT justified in killing a thief, a fleeing thief is not considered a threat to your/my life. Thus I leave mine under my pillow.

KillroyII Loc: Middle Georgia

Don, the 2nd son wrote:

Until someone steals your bag. In Florida, you could carry your .45 on your hip. Much more practical. But, I must remind myself, I am NOT justified in killing a thief, a fleeing thief is not considered a threat to your/my life. Thus I leave mine under my pillow.

Agree on not killing a thief… but if they become a threat to you/family… that changes

AirWalter Loc: Tipp City, Ohio

Doyle Thomas wrote:

I carry dental floss to tie back branches et.al. that may interfere with my composition, black tape, safety pins, and other handy items.

I carry a Walther PDP 9mm. It is a shame what the world has turned into, and the fact that people have to be prepared to protect yourself no matter where you are going or what ever you are doing.

sippyjug104 Loc: Missouri

Non-camera items are mosquito and tick spray, zip-lock bags, empty medicine bottles to collect specimens, pocket knife-multi-tool, scissors, zip-ties, a cloth to clean with, and a pair of spare glasses. I wear knee and elbow pads and boots that I can tuck my pant legs into (I hate chiggers!!).

NateB

I also carry mosquito spray in my camera bag, plus some sunscreen, an ankle brace (in case I should happen to sprain my ankle) and a small first aid kit

Peteso Loc: Blacks Hills

When in Bear country, S&W 460 mag for me.

DaveyDitzer Loc: Western PA

therwol wrote:

which guns are best for what? That should be a separate topic for those wanting to have that discussion.

I agree that learning more about carrying if one chooses to so is an important topic. Like photography it's often about more than equipment - training, learning the law and understanding the aftermath should it happen.

DaveyDitzer Loc: Western PA

AirWalter wrote:

I carry a Walther PDP 9mm. It is a shame what the world has turned into, and the fact that people have to be prepared to protect yourself no matter where you are going or what ever you are doing.

Remember, when seconds count, the police are minutes away!

47greyfox Loc: on the edge of the Colorado front range

Do those who carry pistols when they are out “shooting,” have you ever saw the need to use them in any way or discharge them?

Canisdirus

47greyfox wrote:

Do those who carry pistols when they are out “shooting,” have you ever saw the need to use them in any way or discharge them?

Yes, I was near the beachline shooting vegetation when a 'crackie' brandishing a knife came walking towards me spewing gibberish. Our eyes met...I pulled out my revolver so he could see he had made a mistake. He left immediately.

dennis2146 Loc: Eastern Idaho

BurghByrd wrote:

True, for that case a 454 casull would be a better choice. But, the odds of an attack by a bi-pedal predator are much more likely and for that case the venerable 45 acp is an effective choice. My preference is 357 sig. but the platforms chambered for it are limited.

I can't help but completely agree with you. I have a Freedom Arms in 454, a factory custom gun I ordered years ago with a 6 inch octagon barrel. I have only used it to down a good sized mule deer in Wyoming but it did the trick. He took one step, realized he was dead and fell over. I also have two Ruger Bisleys in 45 Colt that also work just great. If I was going to Alaska one of these three would be a great choice with ammunition that penetrated deep where it would be needed.

I also completely agree about the choice for a human predator. Since 1911 the 45 ACP has been a great choice as a manstopper. More modern bullets make it a GIVEN.

Dennis