How long is a CHL class good for? (before sending paperwork)

[Grog]

From what I've seen, If I qualify with a semi-auto, I can carry either that or a revolver. If I qualify with a revolver, I'm stuck with only a revolver.


I own a Glock 17 and three revolvers, and after a move to TX and no job yet, it may be necessary to sell items that can later be replaced (and I have planned on getting a Glock 19 to replace the 17 anyway).


Money being what it is, I have thought of taking the class first and applying for the CHL when I have the extra money. That way I'd be able to carry whichever I want, sell the Glock for extra cash and would not be in a rush to do all the changes that are needed for a CHL (TX DL, etc). I'd be able to defend myself rather well with what I have, no worried there


So, how long is the class certificate good for before applying with the state?

[Teamless]

I can't answer your base question, but I will say that if the issue is having the right weapon for a possible later application for CHL, most instructors have weapons that they will loan, either free or at a small fee, to take the class.
Just throwing you another option that you may not have thought about. Take the class later and apply later, with a loaner weapon.
in Houston/Galveston, see Tom Estep (ElGato on this forum). He does a great class and I believe he loaned (at no charge other than ammo if I remember right) a couple weapons to some in the class I was in.

[Crossfire]

Two years to get the application in after taking the class. Unless you applied and paid online, then only one year.

And yes, most instructors have some sort of loaner/rental program for qualification. We rent Glocks for $20 and include the ammo. I think that is pretty standard in this area.

[Grog]

Thanks, good info....

[texaspyro21]

two years for the class
one year for online payment
6 months for fingerprints and photos.