I agree with you when it comes to double-action semi-autos; I have a .40 Sig with a double-action trigger and no manual safety. As with double-action revolvers, the heavy DA trigger-pull acts as the safety.
And I know that many (millions of?) people carry Glocks and other SA semi-autos WITH a round in the chamber safely.
Newbies aren't as safe with that choice, however, and for that matter, I'd bet (without having any data) that unintentional discharges are more common with SA semi-autos without manual safety levers even among professionals just because shit happens; something manages to snag the trigger (including the safety bar in the center of the trigger) during a fall or a fight or holstering the weapon.
Not saying people shouldn't have that choice or even that it's not a GOOD choice for the right person, but the added danger, especially for casual or new gun owners, shouldn't be dismissed.
I agree with you when it comes to double-action semi-autos; I have a .40 Sig with a double-action trigger and no manual safety. As with double-action revolvers, the heavy DA trigger-pull acts as the safety.
And I know that many (millions of?) people carry Glocks and other SA semi-autos WITH a round in the chamber safely.
Newbies aren't as safe with that choice, however, and for that matter, I'd bet (without having any data) that unintentional discharges are more common with SA semi-autos without manual safety levers even among professionals just because shit happens; something manages to snag the trigger (including the safety bar in the center of the trigger) during a fall or a fight or holstering the weapon.
Not saying people shouldn't have that choice or even that it's not a GOOD choice for the right person, but the added danger, especially for casual or new gun owners, shouldn't be dismissed.