So, I'm thinking of getting something for carrying when I'm working outside on my property. For this use, my concerns are mostly about size and reliability. By size, I just mean something that doesn't get in the way too much while I'm outside driving the tractor, fixing things up, etc. By reliability, I really mean something that will fire on the first try even after possibly being exposed to a lot of dirt & dust. I don't need a gun that's good for 10,000 rounds. Capacity and caliber are minor issues for me for these purposes.
I've given some thought to the Bond Arms Rowdy (yeah, I know - only two shots). The price is right (when you can find one) and I would expect it to be fairly reliable, but I'm wondering if you guys have any experience with firing them after they've been repeatedly ridden hard and put up wet. Stainless seems like a big plus here.
All other thoughts are welcome, but if you think I should carry a 1911 with an AR-15 slung over my back, please save your strength. There's a time and a place for every gun. For me, I want something smaller and less likely to get in the way.
Also, how I carry it may make a big difference. With all the sweating, bending, and lifting I do outside, IWB is out of the question. Standard OWB might be good enough, but maybe I need something with a flap over the top like some old-style military holsters. That might keep it drier and a little freer from dust. A slower draw is OK for this application. Suggestions on a holster would be welcome, too.
Thanks, guys.
I've given some thought to the Bond Arms Rowdy (yeah, I know - only two shots). The price is right (when you can find one) and I would expect it to be fairly reliable, but I'm wondering if you guys have any experience with firing them after they've been repeatedly ridden hard and put up wet. Stainless seems like a big plus here.
All other thoughts are welcome, but if you think I should carry a 1911 with an AR-15 slung over my back, please save your strength. There's a time and a place for every gun. For me, I want something smaller and less likely to get in the way.
Also, how I carry it may make a big difference. With all the sweating, bending, and lifting I do outside, IWB is out of the question. Standard OWB might be good enough, but maybe I need something with a flap over the top like some old-style military holsters. That might keep it drier and a little freer from dust. A slower draw is OK for this application. Suggestions on a holster would be welcome, too.
Thanks, guys.
