How do you carry? - The Firearms Forum

lentz · 04-06-2010, 04:26 PM

I prefer the crossdraw.Easier and faster to get to when needed.My brother carries a little pocket pistol.Would be hard to get at in carjacking or mugging.
I could see myself digging in pocket...would be shot or stabbed before I got my hand /gun out.

sorral · 04-06-2010, 05:50 PM

I only carry strong side hip, or strong side IWB. I carry a full size 1911 and it seems to hide well.

hogger129 · 04-06-2010, 08:26 PM

When I carry, I carry in my plastic Springfield holster, on the right hand side, with my shirt tucked in so that the weapon is clearly visible and I don't get arrested. Surprisingly, when carrying concealed on my property, I find it easier to do it with the Springfield holster with my shirt over it compared to carrying in that Uncle Mike's IWB holster I have. My Springfield 1911-A1 Loaded seems to be noticeably lighter than that Rock Island GI 1911 I had.

mesinge2 · 04-06-2010, 08:30 PM

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carver · 04-06-2010, 10:12 PM

A 1911A1, strong side, belt slide, or a paddle, Yaqui style holster. A double mag pouch on the left hip.

CampingJosh · 04-07-2010, 08:54 AM

In the pocket (90%) and IWB (10%). I haven't found any other methods that I like.

steve666 · 04-08-2010, 08:27 AM

Right (strong) side FBI carry.

Ursus · 04-09-2010, 05:50 AM

Strong side

Terry_P · 04-11-2010, 07:00 AM

I carry all strong side unless I'm driving most of the day and then I'll use a Ken Null Vampire which carries the firearm parallel to the ground, crossdraw. It is a great holster if you drive a great deal but for normal carry is just OK. On the strong side I use a Crossbreed Supertuck Delux IWB in cooler weather, Pocket Carry with a Simply Rugged pocket protector in warm weather with shorts. Finally I have a Simply Rugged Silver Dollar pancake for OWB.

I have gravitated to either pocket carry or IWB depending on weather for most of my carry choices and I use the same firearm an SP101.

zfk55 · 04-11-2010, 11:58 AM

Strong side, behind the hip.
.45 Micro.

Weak side hip and jacket pocket when driving.
.327 Magnum, 110gr.

zfk55

Vladimir · 04-24-2010, 02:07 AM

Strong side IWB, probably about the 4 O'Clock position.

I do not carry very often though, looking to pick up a snub nose .38 potentially to make carrying much more simple. The USP is just a beastly weapon, it is fine to carry sometimes, but frequently I wish I had something I could toss in a pocket holster and go.

pawn · 04-24-2010, 05:45 PM

#1 S&W 638 Bodyguard, strongside, front pocket (galco pocket holster)
#2 CZ Rami BD, Crossbreed Super-Tuck, strong side

Merick The Red · 04-25-2010, 05:00 AM

I carry a full size 45 cal Glock 21 in a leather IWB holster on the right side. I dont spend a lot of time in a vehicle, if I did I would carry cross draw.

I also keep a 200 lumen Surefire flashlight and Emerson combat Karambit on me.

Old John · 04-26-2010, 08:21 AM

Ruger 2.25", SP101, .357 mag., carried strong side, in Galco High-ride open top
pancake holster, referred to as FBI carry.

Just One Shot · 04-26-2010, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lentz

I prefer the crossdraw.Easier and faster to get to when needed.My brother carries a little pocket pistol.Would be hard to get at in carjacking or mugging.
I could see myself digging in pocket...would be shot or stabbed before I got my hand /gun out.

When I carry my pocket pistol, instead of my other guns, I pull the pocket holster up so that the grip is sticking out of the top of my pocket when I'm in a car. This position allows me to draw the gun while in a seated position even with the seatbelt on. For me, it's as easy as a crossdraw and easier than some of the IWB holsters that are out there.

noslolo · 04-28-2010, 09:37 AM

strong side pancake holster Kahr CW40, weak side folding tanto

Terry_P · 04-28-2010, 06:03 PM

Ordered this one today for my LCR.

chubcobear · 11-28-2010, 04:11 AM

PT145 front pocket cargo shorts/pants. Mod 60 front pocket slacks/jeans.

noslolo · 12-08-2010, 12:32 AM

Kahr CW40 strong side owb. I love it!

Mikeinmass74 · 12-24-2010, 11:38 AM

Strong side IWB. Carry my m&p 40c at 4 o'clock in a Crossbreed Supertuck. By far the most comfortable rig I've ever used. Definately get the "combat cut" if you get one of these holsters. This cut isn't quite as comfortable as the full piece of leather but definately makes drawing the weapon alot easier.

carver · 12-24-2010, 01:12 PM

To me it doesn't matter if I'm in the car, or walking about. I can get to my gun any time I need to.

noslolo · 12-26-2010, 12:30 AM

Doh, sorry for the double posting.

obxned · 12-26-2010, 09:25 AM

Strong side inside the waist band or shoulder holster, depending on the firearm and how I am dressed for the weather.

rainmaker · 01-08-2011, 07:14 PM

Strong side Glock, FBI-style, hi-rider pancake holster

CampingJosh · 01-08-2011, 07:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CampingJosh

In the pocket (90%) and IWB (10%). I haven't found any other methods that I like.

I got spoiled over the summer of 2010. No matter what I'm doing, pocket carry works.

I'm now to 100% pocket carry.

04-06-2010, 08:26 PM	#3
hogger129 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 4,064	Re: How do you carry? When I carry, I carry in my plastic Springfield holster, on the right hand side, with my shirt tucked in so that the weapon is clearly visible and I don't get arrested. Surprisingly, when carrying concealed on my property, I find it easier to do it with the Springfield holster with my shirt over it compared to carrying in that Uncle Mike's IWB holster I have. My Springfield 1911-A1 Loaded seems to be noticeably lighter than that Rock Island GI 1911 I had. __________________ Samuel Adams once said, "among the natural rights of the colonists are these: first, a right to life, secondly to liberty, thirdly to property; together with the right to defend them in the best manner they can." Last edited by hogger129; 04-06-2010 at 08:28 PM..

04-06-2010, 08:30 PM	#4
mesinge2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 538	Re: How do you carry? Attachment 35599 Attachment 35600 Attachment 35601 Attachment 35602 __________________ NRA Certified Instructor "A strong body makes the mind strong. As to the species of exercise. I advise the gun. While this gives moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprise, and independence to the mind ... Let your gun therefore be your constant companion of your walks." 1785, Thomas Jefferson. Last edited by mesinge2; 09-29-2010 at 10:33 PM..

04-06-2010, 10:12 PM	#5
carver TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: DAV, Deep in the Pineywoods of East Texas, just west of Shreveport, LA Contributor Posts: 11,245	Re: How do you carry? A 1911A1, strong side, belt slide, or a paddle, Yaqui style holster. A double mag pouch on the left hip. Attached Images __________________ Y'all be safe now, ya hear! Lamentations Chapter 5: 1. Remember, O LORD, what is come upon us: consider, and behold our reproach. 2. Our inheritance is turned to strangers, our houses to aliens. 3. We are orphans and fatherless, our mothers [are] as widows. 5. Our necks [are] under persecution: we labour, [and] have no rest. 16. The crown is fallen [from] our head: woe unto us, that we have sinned! 21. Turn thou us unto thee, O LORD, and we shall be turned; renew our days as of old.

04-07-2010, 08:54 AM	#6
CampingJosh TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indiana Contributor Posts: 4,787	Re: How do you carry? In the pocket (90%) and IWB (10%). I haven't found any other methods that I like. __________________ Nothing posted on TheFirearmsForum.com constitutes legal, accounting, gunsmithing, or other professional advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with qualified professionals for real advice. Your life is lived at your own risk. Don't blame me for the dumb things you do.

04-08-2010, 08:27 AM	#7
steve666 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 231	Re: How do you carry? Right (strong) side FBI carry. __________________ An armed society is a polite society.

04-06-2010, 04:26 PM	#1
lentz Former Guest Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Arkansas Posts: 606	How do you carry? I prefer the crossdraw.Easier and faster to get to when needed.My brother carries a little pocket pistol.Would be hard to get at in carjacking or mugging. I could see myself digging in pocket...would be shot or stabbed before I got my hand /gun out. -->

04-06-2010, 05:50 PM	#2
sorral V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 153	Re: How do you carry? I only carry strong side hip, or strong side IWB. I carry a full size 1911 and it seems to hide well. __________________ "Guns don't kill people, husbands that come home early do"- Larry the Cable Guy 100% Infidel and lovin it!

04-09-2010, 05:50 AM	#8
Ursus Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: El Salvador, Central America. Posts: 1,030	Re: How do you carry? Strong side __________________ SI VIS PACEM, PARABELLUM.

04-11-2010, 07:00 AM	#9
Terry_P Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NH Posts: 2,513	Re: How do you carry? I carry all strong side unless I'm driving most of the day and then I'll use a Ken Null Vampire which carries the firearm parallel to the ground, crossdraw. It is a great holster if you drive a great deal but for normal carry is just OK. On the strong side I use a Crossbreed Supertuck Delux IWB in cooler weather, Pocket Carry with a Simply Rugged pocket protector in warm weather with shorts. Finally I have a Simply Rugged Silver Dollar pancake for OWB. I have gravitated to either pocket carry or IWB depending on weather for most of my carry choices and I use the same firearm an SP101. __________________ NRA and NAHC Life "Both oligarch and tyrant mistrust the people, and therefore deprive them of their arms." -Aristotle

04-11-2010, 11:58 AM	#10
zfk55 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lost Prairie Montana Posts: 237	Re: How do you carry? Strong side, behind the hip. .45 Micro. Weak side hip and jacket pocket when driving. .327 Magnum, 110gr. zfk55 __________________ Latigo A Montanan and an actual American with a real American Birth Certificate.

04-24-2010, 02:07 AM	#11
Vladimir Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Issaquah WA Posts: 3,558	Re: How do you carry? Strong side IWB, probably about the 4 O'Clock position. I do not carry very often though, looking to pick up a snub nose .38 potentially to make carrying much more simple. The USP is just a beastly weapon, it is fine to carry sometimes, but frequently I wish I had something I could toss in a pocket holster and go. __________________ -JVRR меня зовут Владимир или Джеймс. Я знаю только немного русский язык (я американец, но мой пра дедушка русски). STEAM (CSS, TF2, etc): Ask me! Xbox LIVE! GT: "Vlad is Rad" PS3 PSN: "Vlad_Is_Rad"

04-24-2010, 05:45 PM	#12
pawn Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Crossville, TN Posts: 1,469	Re: How do you carry? #1 S&W 638 Bodyguard, strongside, front pocket (galco pocket holster) #2 CZ Rami BD, Crossbreed Super-Tuck, strong side __________________ Take care when you get information. The truth is generally seen, rarely heard. -Balthasar Gracian

04-25-2010, 05:00 AM	#13
Merick The Red Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 18	Re: How do you carry? I carry a full size 45 cal Glock 21 in a leather IWB holster on the right side. I dont spend a lot of time in a vehicle, if I did I would carry cross draw. I also keep a 200 lumen Surefire flashlight and Emerson combat Karambit on me. Last edited by Merick The Red; 04-25-2010 at 05:07 AM..

04-26-2010, 08:21 AM	#14
Old John Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 49	Re: How do you carry? Ruger 2.25", SP101, .357 mag., carried strong side, in Galco High-ride open top pancake holster, referred to as FBI carry. __________________ 'Til later.... Hang in there,and Hang on! Life is a Journey... Not a Destination! Old John

04-28-2010, 09:37 AM	#16
noslolo Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Johnstown PA Posts: 1,558	Re: How do you carry? strong side pancake holster Kahr CW40, weak side folding tanto __________________ I'm a heck of a "obesito illegitimo"

04-28-2010, 06:03 PM	#17
Terry_P Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NH Posts: 2,513	Re: How do you carry? Ordered this one today for my LCR. Attached Images __________________ NRA and NAHC Life "Both oligarch and tyrant mistrust the people, and therefore deprive them of their arms." -Aristotle

11-28-2010, 04:11 AM	#18
chubcobear V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Central Arkansas Posts: 132	Re: How do you carry? PT145 front pocket cargo shorts/pants. Mod 60 front pocket slacks/jeans.

12-08-2010, 12:32 AM	#19
noslolo Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Johnstown PA Posts: 1,558	Re: How do you carry? Kahr CW40 strong side owb. I love it! __________________ I'm a heck of a "obesito illegitimo"

12-24-2010, 11:38 AM	#20
Mikeinmass74 Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 2	Re: How do you carry? Strong side IWB. Carry my m&p 40c at 4 o'clock in a Crossbreed Supertuck. By far the most comfortable rig I've ever used. Definately get the "combat cut" if you get one of these holsters. This cut isn't quite as comfortable as the full piece of leather but definately makes drawing the weapon alot easier.

12-24-2010, 01:12 PM	#21
carver TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: DAV, Deep in the Pineywoods of East Texas, just west of Shreveport, LA Contributor Posts: 11,245	Re: How do you carry? To me it doesn't matter if I'm in the car, or walking about. I can get to my gun any time I need to. Attached Images __________________ Y'all be safe now, ya hear! Lamentations Chapter 5: 1. Remember, O LORD, what is come upon us: consider, and behold our reproach. 2. Our inheritance is turned to strangers, our houses to aliens. 3. We are orphans and fatherless, our mothers [are] as widows. 5. Our necks [are] under persecution: we labour, [and] have no rest. 16. The crown is fallen [from] our head: woe unto us, that we have sinned! 21. Turn thou us unto thee, O LORD, and we shall be turned; renew our days as of old.

12-26-2010, 12:30 AM	#22
noslolo Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Johnstown PA Posts: 1,558	Re: How do you carry? Doh, sorry for the double posting. __________________ I'm a heck of a "obesito illegitimo"

12-26-2010, 09:25 AM	#23
obxned Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,342	Re: How do you carry? Strong side inside the waist band or shoulder holster, depending on the firearm and how I am dressed for the weather. __________________ Proud member of a North Carolina Committee of Safety "If we loose Freedom here, there's no place to escape to. This is the Last Stand on Earth!" Ronald Reagan

01-08-2011, 07:14 PM	#24
rainmaker Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: NE Georgia Mountains, USA Posts: 16	Re: How do you carry? Strong side Glock, FBI-style, hi-rider pancake holster __________________ Rainmaker If you can read this, thank a teacher If you can read it in English, thank a soldier