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Concealed Carry Discussion General discussion regarding CCW/LTC in California |
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Anyone in here has one or has experience with it? And pros and cons around this. It looks nice to have but is it worth it.
I have a galco iwb already but looking for more options. Thanks
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I've read various reviews on it but haven't picked one up yet. I heard they run tight. It has pretty favorable reviews on Amazon.
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tryin to see if it will be comfortable for a G19
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I have one of these and it works okay with my G19 or XD9sc. I'm small framed, 5'3" ish and 135-140#, so I definitely have to dress around the holster with an upsized shirt with snap buttons. I'm in the hunt for a *flatter* gun for this setup to make it more comfortable, maybe a micro 1911 or some other flat/single stack handgun.
Practicing a draw with this setup, I'm around 3 to 5 seconds onto a target. As always, it's a comprimise. I use this setup when I absolutely cannot belt carry. Also be aware that all cross draw caveats apply to this setup. Hope this helps.
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Here's a tip from personal experience:
I have yet to find an occasion where IWB @6 o'clock doesnt apply. This goes for service size handguns as well |
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I have found that carrying is very personal, as well as situational, YMMV ![]() I think I've found the perfect paddle holster for my G19 (Kramer MSP), I will let you all know how that turns out...at this point I have definitely spent enough on quality and cheap gear in search of the "perfect" carrying setup that I could have purchased a decent custom 1911 for what I have spent ![]()
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I have two of those shirts. I don't use them often but have them for options. One of the times I use it is when I go on mountain bike rides, I throw it on under a loose fitting shirt. They are meant to be tight fitting. That is what holds the gun close to your body and keeps it from flopping around. Most of the time, I use my IWB. I carry the G19 in either of those comfortably. If I have a formal event I use a Galco executive shoulder holster with my G26. I don't like the idea of having my carry piece under a tucked in shirt and my slacks aren't sized for IWB carry.
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They do run a bit small, so order up . . .great for driving, horseback, etc.
Glock 36 disappears in it, as does the LCR. I'm waiting for a deal ($50 or so) to come around so I can buy one or two more. |
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If you don't have young children and play with them then you wouldn't understand, but there's plenty of times that pocket or a small back pack works out.
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Ok, I give u that. When ever I take out my young nephew and niece (both under 10) I carry appendix with my smaller gun. But when children are not involved, full size gun iwb at 6 o'clock.
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It really is about personal preference and being willing to dress around the gun. If you have not already do some research on the 6 o'clock position, it has been known to cause spine injury and paralysis when fights go to the ground.
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I'm not saying it can't be done as I do it right now and also carry about 10 hours a day for over 2 1/2 years, but there are some occasional instances I'm playing with him where my shirt can get lifted up. Around people that know me that isn't a problem, but sometimes strangers are unknown of concealed carry laws.
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All that said I agree it's better to have never let your concealment fail. And packing in a pocket is much less likely to be an issue. Though I have wondered about the pockets in some of my pants. I can just see a seam ripping and having my J frame slide down my leg then be punted across wherever I happen to be walking. It may have never happened to anyone in history, but if it does it will happen to me, probably in front a half a dozen nervous and green cops and wiggy soccer moms. I can see it all now... ![]()
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Now, I mainly use my 5.11 Holster Shirts while working out and running. They fit my house keys, ID, pocket knife, ETC, just fine while out jogging. ![]() Cheers! --1911ShooterPhil
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pics?
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Just ordered one of these to try out while cycling. Have been hearing of attacks/robberies on some of the SoCal bike trails. I always hate to be without, but have done so because I haven't found a good way to carry. Hopefully this will be the ticket.
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I'm going to try a Remora today on my ride. |
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I wear mine every week to Church. G26, PM9, or Shield.
Extra mag in the other pocket. Very comfortable. When you launder it, use cold water wash, drip dry to preserve the padding and Velcro. I think I've had mine 2-3 years. |
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I finally got a chance to try mine out this weekend.
Positives: Holds gun (S&W 642) securely. Opposite pouch good for spare ammo and wallet. Snug fitting. Outer layer glides easily over this shirt, and does not get hung up. Negatives: Feels clammy when things heat up. Fabric feels a little itchy (surprisingly). Gun tends to rotate slightly butt-forward. I had to constantly push it back rearward. You definitely could not wear any tight-fitting cycling jersery with this. The bulge would be quite noticeable, and the outline is pretty obvious as to what is there (at least with the snubbie). There could be some real improvements made as far as fabric tech and the ability to keep the weapon from shifting. Otherwise, it will serve its' purpose for now. |
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You could sew some additional Velcro to close the flap a bit better to avoid shifting, I've thought of doing that a few times, but the way it is just works.
Yes, it's not good on a 90 pus day. I'm still really happy though. |
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I have a couple of these shirts that I have used when I go out somewhere dressed up and a coat is not practical. I carry my Springgfield Armory XD(M) 3.8 9mm in it and I have had no issues with it. It would not be my first choice for every day off duty carry but works well when a IWB hoslter and cover shirt or jacket are not practical.
Stay safe, John
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