I carry a hammer gun closed. With the hammers down it is almost impossible for the gun to fire. And when the hammers are back I am acutely conscious it is dangerous and handle it accordingly. In some ways I think they are the safest guns of all. Yes, a hammer slipping off your thumb can result in a firing so be sure to always have the gun pointed safely when cocking or uncocking. I like to point mine towards the ground when doing either.
As fine a upland bird gun as was ever built. A early Charles Daly 12 with 28" cylinder bores. Wild Texas quail.
