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re: New to CC and looking for tips.
Posted on 7/26/20 at 8:05 am to creolechef
Posted on 7/26/20 at 8:05 am to creolechef
If you wear a loose button up, shoulder is the way to go.
If you wear a polo and khakis, then iwb worked for me.
HOWEVER, Ive turned into a sissy and just pocket an LCP now.
I do feel way undergunned but bettern' nothing.
In the winter i go back to 9mm iwb.
If you wear a polo and khakis, then iwb worked for me.
HOWEVER, Ive turned into a sissy and just pocket an LCP now.
I do feel way undergunned but bettern' nothing.
In the winter i go back to 9mm iwb.
This post was edited on 7/26/20 at 8:06 am
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Posted on 7/26/20 at 8:09 am to creolechef
I would seek out additional training. If you're in the Baton Rouge area, FRC Range has excellent training and facilities. No, I don't work there but have taken several of their classes.
Posted on 7/26/20 at 8:55 am to RickfromArizona
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That’s why only open carry.
I mean it’s your right to do so but from a tactical advantage it’s dumb.
Posted on 7/26/20 at 9:00 am to RickfromArizona
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That’s why only open carry.
Bad form, Rick.
Posted on 7/26/20 at 9:40 am to RetiredSaintsLsuFan
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Also are there any holsters that will work inside and outside the belt?
Blackpoint leather wing will if you change the belt attachment
Posted on 7/26/20 at 9:49 am to RetiredSaintsLsuFan
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Also are there any holsters that will work inside and outside the belt? I have a S&W M&P Shield 9MM.
Maybe look at an Aliengear shapeshift. It's modular and can go OWB (belt and paddle), IWB, appendix, and belly. I think there are a couple more options that they've added since I got one. It pulls this off by having an outer half shell that protects the outside of the trigger and provides retention and an inner half that protects the other side of the trigger and provides for the mounting method. At the very least, it can let you try all the positions without buying four holsters. I actually liked it enough for it to be my carry holster for my Beretta. The backing on the IWB configuration is fan freaking tastic.
This post was edited on 7/26/20 at 10:04 am
Posted on 7/26/20 at 9:56 am to TigerOnThe Hill
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carry a spare loaded magazine inside a magazine holder inside my left front pocket.
Curious. Why a mag holster if you’re putting it in your pocket? Why not just put the mag in your pocket?
Posted on 7/26/20 at 10:00 am to Crawdaddy
I havent figured out a good way to carry a spare mag yet. I have too much shite in my pockets already.
Posted on 7/26/20 at 10:05 am to Crawdaddy
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Curious. Why a mag holster if you’re putting it in your pocket? Why not just put the mag in your pocket?
Some people like the protection from lint and pocket debris getting into the mag. Personally, I just chuck them naked into my pocket because I take down my mags and run an oily rag through the tube when I clean my gun. Lint buildup isn't so much of a problem for me.
Still, if someone made a decent IWB weak side double mag pouch, I'd be all over that because I would prefer to have my mags in a known location and orientation so I've practiced with it when I need muscle memory to take over. It would be nice to position them so when I grab them, they're facing the right direction to go straight into the magwell without having to orient them because I just grabbed out of my pocket.
This post was edited on 7/26/20 at 10:11 am
Posted on 7/26/20 at 11:07 am to Crawdaddy
I use the mag holder to minimize the risk of lint in the magazine and to help keep the mag oriented correctly in the pocket.
Posted on 7/26/20 at 11:14 am to TigerstuckinMS
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decent IWB weak side double mag pouch
Tiger,
Looking at the second pic in my original post is an IWB mag holder made by Ronin Leather. He makes a second style single mag holster w/ loops, but none that are double mag holders.
Posted on 7/26/20 at 12:53 pm to TigerstuckinMS
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Maybe look at an Aliengear shapeshift. It's modular and can go OWB (belt and paddle), IWB, appendix, and belly. I think there are a couple more options that they've added since I got one. It pulls this off by having an outer half shell that protects the outside of the trigger and provides retention and an inner half that protects the other side of the trigger and provides for the mounting method. At the very least, it can let you try all the positions without buying four holsters. I actually liked it enough for it to be my carry holster for my Beretta. The backing on the IWB configuration is fan freaking tastic.
I like that - thanks.
Posted on 7/26/20 at 2:34 pm to creolechef
I can’t stand heavy things in my pockets or on my belt...it drives me crazy. A belly band is a good compromise, keeps the gun off of my hip and is so much more comfortable
downside is you’ll probably want a t-shirt under it
downside is you’ll probably want a t-shirt under it
Posted on 7/26/20 at 3:00 pm to RetiredSaintsLsuFan
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What if you mainly wear cargo shorts and t-shirts?
Also are there any holsters that will work inside and outside the belt? I have a S&W M&P Shield 9MM.
A few different people make convertible holsters that will do both. If you mainly wear shorts and t-shirts I would just plan on OWB. It's a lot more comfortable and you don't have to worry about sizing up your shorts or finding that perfect holster that fits just right. It may print through a t-shirt depending on your build but in the Southeast that's not a big deal.
Posted on 7/26/20 at 3:12 pm to Flats
Where do you find "gun belts". Honestly never crossed my mind.
Recent new owner as well
Recent new owner as well
Posted on 7/26/20 at 3:26 pm to HailToTheChiz
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This post was edited on 9/25/20 at 1:31 am
Posted on 7/26/20 at 3:39 pm to HailToTheChiz
A Google search for "gun belt" is going to bring up all the usual suspects. They're just belts made to not stretch and sag when a weight hangs on them over time. So, a leather belt will have two layers of leather with a reinforcing core of nylon, steel, kydex, etc. stitched in the middle of it. Your standard leather belt can stretch and sag with the weight of a gun on it, even with IWB carry.
Posted on 7/26/20 at 3:55 pm to HailToTheChiz
You can find leather gun belts and suitable nylon belts all over the 'net. For leather gun belts, I like those made by Ronin Leather. They're good quality and fairly inexpensive. I've been pleased w/ all 3 of mine. For nylon, I like the Wilderness "Wilderness Instructor's Belt" w/ a nylon buckle. There are many on Amazon made by other companies. I don't fly all that much, but the nylon buckle comes in handy on the rare occasion I do. Plus, when the TSA personnel tells you, "Take off your belt,," is kinda nice to look them in the eye and tell them, "No, it's ok." The last time I flew the TSA person replied back, "Well you're gonna have to be searched if it lights up." I said, "That's ok" and walked on through the metal detector w/o problems. 
Posted on 7/26/20 at 4:17 pm to upgrayedd
quote:This.
It definitely feels like everyone knows you're carrying when you first start
The truth is that 90% of people never pay attention to whats going on around them. You're gonna waste a lot of money on different holsters until you find one(s) you like so get ready for that
Posted on 7/26/20 at 4:23 pm to TexasHand
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Smith and Wesson shield 9mm
I carry mine in my purse in summer. If someone snatches my purse, I'll get my bra knife, jump on his back and stab him in his neck until he drops my purse.
In winter a jacket or belly band is my go to.
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