The number one thing with concealed and carry to remember is always carry as often as you legally can. I know several people who carry "only when they will need it." This mindset is self defeating and leaves you vulnerable. Who can predict what will happen to them day to day? I know I can't and if I could I would be a millionaire right now!
What are some things that keep people from carrying day to day:
Inconvenience
They may go to several locations or work at a place that does not allow a firearm to be brought in. So instead of taking the extra few seconds to make the gun safe and stored in their automobile they leave it at home.
Carrying is Uncomfortable
Well to me a gun is not always very "comfortable" to carry but it is comforting knowing I have it with me. To me this is a mute point. If you get a style of carry your comfortable with and a good belt and holster rig you will be set. I personally use an IWB holster and love it.
Seasonal/Geographical Issues
I know weird subject header. I could not think of anything else to call this section.
Depending on where you live you may have to dress differently. It also may mean you sweat more and this will mean extra care will need to be provided to your firearm. With hotter climates it will be harder to conceal a large frame firearm because of you having to dress appropriately for the weather. I know I have personally struggled with carrying my firearm concealed in the summer with OWB holster. If I used my Fobus paddle holster it was even harder to conceal. Since I purchased my IWB holster it has become much easier to conceal my firearm in just a T-Shirt. In the winter I have no issues since I wear three quarter length jacket most of winter. I however have found myself using my IWB holster most of the time now.
I worry about the finish on my firearm
Well if you want a "Safe Queen" firearm you will never carry it with that mind set. Your carry firearm is a tool. You need to come to terms that if you carry a firearm everyday it is going to get wear on it. No matter what finish you choose there will eventually be some wear. Do yourself a favor get a gun that you will not get too sentimental over. Do not carry your dad's gun or a firearm handed down over the generations. Get a firearm that is reliable and durable. Get a gun that feels good in your hand and you can shoot well. If you have trouble with the recoil of the firearm get one that you can manage the recoil. You may have to consider going to a smaller caliber. I will cover that a later date.
This post has got too long already and I could write for much longer. I am going to make this several posts over the next few weeks.
On ending get yourself a firearm that you feel comfortable with, come to terms that it will get wear on it, practice often, carry often, get a belt and holster rig that works for you, and dress to suit your style of carry.
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