[dchang0]

Hi, all--

I'm looking for a well-built, soft ballistic nylon, discreet single pistol case that can hold mags securely in a separate pocket. It should be slim and nondescript, like a laptop bag in appearance.

Basically, I'm looking for a scaled-down version of the awesome Blackhawk Discreet Homeland Security rifle cases, which look a lot like MIDI keyboard bags. I LOVE how secure the mag pouches are inside the front pocket, and the velcro straps make it very easy to secure everything inside the bag.

Here are a few cases that are similar to what I'm looking for, to give you guys an idea of the direction I'm going in.

http://www.opticsplanet.net/snug-fit...stol-bag.html#

^ This one is the closest to what I want, except that there is no padding in the front pocket where the magazines go, and the magazine sleeves are a bit loose, so the magazines fall out easily. It'd be perfect otherwise.

http://www.blackhawk.com/product/SOC...se,458,134.htm

^ This one would be awesome if the pouches it came with were all magazine pouches. I mean, what good is a suppressor pouch going to do me in this state? Also, the clear plastic business-card sleeve and map sleeve are just plain tacky. I'd end up cutting them off.

http://www.511tactical.com/browse/Ho...:10910/I/58724

^ The price on this one can't be beat, but it's also a pretty cheap, generic case. Lots of companies rebrand this one as their own. I like that it can hold a lot of mags, but the elastic straps are crap and won't last long. Still, I listed this one because it's pretty much got the right idea going and looks like a laptop sleeve.

http://www.opticsplanet.net/bulldog-...tol-bd511.html

^ This one is also priced low, but it doesn't have much in the way of features. The mags would be held in place by the pressure of the open-cell foam egg-crate lining. The only good thing about this bag is that it really, really looks like a laptop bag.

http://store.thewilderness.com/index.php?cPath=70_51

^ Although technically a holster and not a case, it would be awesome if this could be locked. And The Wilderness is a great company--I'm sure they'd add a zipper if I ordered one. The best part about this holster/case is that it is so discreet and holds the pistol very, very securely. The bad part is that it only holds one extra mag securely--any extra mags would be bumping around in the undivided front pocket. And the price, especially with a custom-ordered lockable zipper--ouch!


So, do you guys have any recommendations on cases that are similar to the ones above? I'm willing to pay more for stuff that's well made or custom-made (like The Wilderness' products). Or go the complete other direction and get a "disposable" case that I'll replace intermittently. The important thing is that it keeps the pistol and mags secure and be as discreet as possible.

Thanks in advance!

[plan-b]

I have the Wilderness Tactical Safepacker (Govt sized). It's actually smaller than you'd imagine. My USP .45 with a GG&G rail and TLR-1 attached just fits into the holster space. If I use the magazines with the finger extension base plates, it doesn't really fit all that well. The outer pouch isn't really big enough to comfortably store double-stack magazines but I'd imagine single stack would be okay. But like you said, they're not secured in any way so they'd be rattling around.

For what it is though, I really, really like it. It's not a case to carry back and forth to the range. It's perfect to discreetly keep a handgun for emergency encounters with nasties and very versatile based on the straps & loops. I keep my USP in it and that's the "package" that goes in and out of my safe daily for HD. So it really depends on what you'll be using it for.

[dchang0]

Originally Posted by plan-b

I have the Wilderness Tactical Safepacker (Govt sized). It's actually smaller than you'd imagine. My USP .45 with a GG&G rail and TLR-1 attached just fits into the holster space. If I use the magazines with the finger extension base plates, it doesn't really fit all that well. The outer pouch isn't really big enough to comfortably store double-stack magazines but I'd imagine single stack would be okay. But like you said, they're not secured in any way so they'd be rattling around.

For what it is though, I really, really like it. It's not a case to carry back and forth to the range. It's perfect to discreetly keep a handgun for emergency encounters with nasties and very versatile based on the straps & loops. I keep my USP in it and that's the "package" that goes in and out of my safe daily for HD. So it really depends on what you'll be using it for.

Yeah, it's not quite what I'm looking for, but it's the only truly well-made solution out of the above. My friend has one; I think it's the Officers size or slightly larger. He uses it also as a "package" as you describe, and I like that idea. Just make it lockable for the trip to the range, and it'd be a good, albeit tiny, case for me.

[TomV]

Here are some I like - Roma Gun Bags - around $12 at the Gun Shows.

[Cokebottle]

There's this one... $25 tomorrow (Nov 4) only, normally $50
http://www.tommysgunpack.com/Product...ctCode=TGP-043

It's not too discreet with the mag packs on the outside.

One of my bags is a pretty discreet bag with 6 mag pockets on one side and two pistol pockets on the other side... small exterior pocket for paperwork/hunting license.
It's similar to this UTG (holds 5 mags):
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-BLACK-LOCKAB...item1c0da97e4c

[dchang0]

Very cool suggestions--I'll go check those out. Thanks!

[dchang0]

Originally Posted by Cokebottle

There's this one... $25 tomorrow (Nov 4) only, normally $50
http://www.tommysgunpack.com/Product...ctCode=TGP-043

It's not too discreet with the mag packs on the outside.

I think we might have a winner here:

http://www.tommysgunpack.com/PhotoGa...Code=TGP%2D034

Thanks for introducing me to Tommy's Gun Packs. Their biggest bag, though a 2-gun bag, looks to be a great combination of the features I need and high-quality construction. Under those cheesy elastic band straps, there appear to be some magazine sleeves (not padded, but the elastic will keep the mags from hitting each other).

Perfecto!

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Edit:

I am now considering custom-ordering a 1-gunner case from Tommy's Gun Packs. I've asked them to sew some mag pouches (instead of the elastic) into the large center compartment of the pack. If they do so, this would be the perfect bag for me. If they don't, I'll just get the bag with the elastic OR get the 2-gunner super duper bag.

Thanks, Cokebottle!

[Cokebottle]

Originally Posted by dchang0

Under those cheesy elastic band straps, there appear to be some magazine sleeves (not padded, but the elastic will keep the mags from hitting each other).

Perfecto!

Tough call on that. The stitching may only be to secure the elastic.
I'd give Pat a call to confirm.

Pat makes some great quality stuff. I've got one of his "Sidekick" bags, and it's going to be perfect for when I get my CCW... for now, it's just a very nice fanny pack.

His stuff isn't cheap, but it's good, and he's always running sales on one item or another, so get on his mailing list and if you can wait, sit tight and you'll be able to get his stuff for his typical 50% discount (couldn't hurt to just ask and let him know that a very happy customer referred you).

He's in Simi Valley, so shipping is quick to the LA area.

[Cokebottle]

What I need for the desert is an inexpensive drop-leg holster that can accommodate an XD9 with a low-profile laser that's good for OC.

[dchang0]

Originally Posted by Cokebottle

What I need for the desert is an inexpensive drop-leg holster that can accommodate an XD9 with a low-profile laser that's good for OC.

It's going to be hard to find an inexpensive holster that can handle a laser or light. Most of the inexpensive stuff is either generic (fits nothing well) or designed for bare guns.

If you save up a bit, check out Tactical Tailor, who are highly regarded for their drop-leg holsters.

You might also like the Blackhawk holster:

http://www.blackhawk.com/product/Ome...ter,786,34.htm

What I'd do is build a rig using the Tactical Tailor modular drop-leg MOLLE platform, then bolt a Raven Concealment or Blade-tech light/laser molded holster to it. Likely a very expensive proposition, though.


BTW, I ended up ordering the Tommy's Gun Packs 1-gunner Deluxe case, fully loaded with every option available. Came out to just under $100 without tax and shipping. Thanks again for the recommendation!

[Cokebottle]

Originally Posted by dchang0

It's going to be hard to find an inexpensive holster that can handle a laser or light. Most of the inexpensive stuff is either generic (fits nothing well) or designed for bare guns.

If you save up a bit, check out Tactical Tailor, who are highly regarded for their drop-leg holsters.

Ya, I really should just drop the coin on the integrated laser that replaces the rod and save the tacticool rail mount unit for a training aid for an AR/AK.

[for2nato]

this is a case logic portable dvd player bag that works great. it has 3 seperate compartments and can hold a pistol, about 8 mags and 2 boxes of handgun ammo.

[for2nato]

Originally Posted by Cokebottle

What I need for the desert is an inexpensive drop-leg holster that can accommodate an XD9 with a low-profile laser that's good for OC.

dude just hit your local army surplus and pick one up for about $17

[Cokebottle]

Originally Posted by for2nato

dude just hit your local army surplus and pick one up for about $17

I think there's been a run on them... I checked M&I in Pomona last week... no drop leg or shoulder rigs on their budget/tacticool racks.
They had one or two shoulder rigs in the case.

[for2nato]

man we have a hole in the wall shop here in fresno that has about 10 of them.

[Cokebottle]

Originally Posted by for2nato

man we have a hole in the wall shop here in fresno that has about 10 of them.

That's probably because everyone within 100 miles of Fresno already has one, or two, or three

[dchang0]

Originally Posted by Cokebottle

Ya, I really should just drop the coin on the integrated laser that replaces the rod and save the tacticool rail mount unit for a training aid for an AR/AK.

Yeah, or maybe a Crimson Trace laser grip, which is easier to activate than the guide-rod models.

Originally Posted by for2nato

this is a case logic portable dvd player bag.

Funny that you should mention a generic bag like that. I was looking at laptop and netbook bags yesterday for the very purpose. But I didn't like how most of them are too hard to lock--many of them had solid zipper pull tabs that would have to be drilled out to accept a padlock.

Originally Posted by for2nato

dude just hit your local army surplus and pick one up for about $17

Excellent advice--it would be awesome to pick up a used Eagle Industries leg rig--they make probably the best one out there.

[Cokebottle]

Originally Posted by dchang0

Yeah, or maybe a Crimson Trace laser grip, which is easier to activate than the guide-rod models.

Would have done that 3 years ago, but the only alternative grip available for the XD is the Pachmer (spelling?) rubber slip-over.
Got one, not sure that I like it... need to take it to the range, but it seems too bulky. I'm glad it was only $15 because I have a feeling it's going to end up in the "crap I shouldn't have bought" box.

[for2nato]

Originally Posted by Cokebottle

Would have done that 3 years ago, but the only alternative grip available for the XD is the Pachmer (spelling?) rubber slip-over.
Got one, not sure that I like it... need to take it to the range, but it seems too bulky. I'm glad it was only $15 because I have a feeling it's going to end up in the "crap I shouldn't have bought" box.

ha i have a crap i shouldnt have bought cabinet. and its a big cabinet too.

and this bag i have has single zippers. not double but you can easily punch an eyelet into the bag to accomidate a lock. and the pulls have the hole already.

[xxdabroxx]

http://www.lapolicegear.com/moc-dipl...stol-case.html

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