Why You Should Carry Cheap Guns

In this solo episode of The Colion Noir Podcast, host Colion Noir dives into the controversial idea of carrying 'cheap' or 'beater' guns for self-defense, challenging the common advice to avoid expensive carry guns due to the risk of loss during legal proceedings or theft. While acknowledging the logic behind the beater gun concept—especially for financial reasons or to avoid losing a high-value firearm—Noir argues passionately that the most important factor in self-defense is shootability, reliability, and personal comfort. He shares his own journey from affordable guns like the Ruger SR40 to high-end models like the Staccato C4X and XC, emphasizing that he always prioritized the gun he shot best, even if it was more expensive. He critiques the notion of using a 'throwaway' gun for defense, pointing out that training often defaults to better guns, and that a poorly performing gun in a life-or-death situation is a dangerous gamble. He also discusses the car gun dilemma, explaining how he secures expensive guns in his vehicle with safes and tethers to mitigate theft risk, rather than choosing cheaper guns for that purpose. Ultimately, Noir advocates for maximizing personal confidence and performance over cost, arguing that if you're going to rely on a gun to protect your life, it should be the best one you can afford and shoot well.