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Pocket Carry / General Carry Questions
stroked:
Prepare as this is going to be sort of long winded....
I have been carrying for a few weeks now since I got my CHP and so far it has either been my Glock 27 Gen3 or my 3in Kimber 1911 (Ultra Crimson Carry II). I have a CrossBreed IWB kydex with leather backing holster for the Kimber and a similar knock off brand for the Glock as well as another single clip leather Targa holster for the Glock. I also have a 511 tatical gun belt that I use for both (http://www.511tactical.com/double-duty-tdu-belt-1-5.html). I would also mention that I am a big guy 6'1 and heavy but in the process of loosing some lbs. (I wear my pants below the gut as well not sure if that is useful info.)
The Kimber sits nice the draw is great and I am fairly accurate with the gun. My problem with that is that it feels like a brick strapped to my hip. I have to keep tightening the belt throughout the day and pulling up my pants to keep the gun from sagging. The Glock does the same in the CrossBreed holster but it doesn't seem as bad and is wearable honestly. My problem with both is I have a hard time finding shirts with the correct length (tall) that I don't have to wear a long coat or hoodie all the time.
Now that I have said all of that I have been thinking about a few options.
* Getting a pocket holster for the Glock (like i said I am a big guy and it fits in my Levi's nicely). I just haven't carried there yet since I don't have a holster for it.
* Looking for a smaller gun (I really like the 9+1 capacity of the Glock and am a fan of a bigger caliber).
* I honestly haven't found anything I am happy with yet though (would like something similar to a Glock with drop safe trigger, striker fired, at least 9mm but would like 40 or 45)
* Look for another holster for IWB
* Get another belt
Any opinions are appreciated!
Randy:
First get a better belt I use one with Velcro for a secondary closure. Below is a belt that I use.
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/828711/uncle-mikes-reinforced-instructor-belt-1-1-2-black-steel-buckle-polymer-reinforced-nylon
In my opinion a double stack firearm is just too big for a front pocket. One example of a pocket gun for the big man, check out a S&W M&P Shield .40 or 9mm single stack pistol. Available with or without thumb safety. Six and seven round mags included in .40.
http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Category4_750001_750051_780153_-1_757781_757781_image
Lorimor:
I don't even like to carry a 442 in my pocket. Feels like a brick in there. Maybe I could get used to it, but carrying on the belt is more comfortable to me and provides a faster draw.
NE Bull:
--- Quote from: Randy on February 03, 2015, 02:55:09 AM ---First get a better belt I use one with Velcro for a secondary closure. Below is a belt that I use.
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/828711/uncle-mikes-reinforced-instructor-belt-1-1-2-black-steel-buckle-polymer-reinforced-nylon
--- End quote ---
FYI: Cabela's had these in the bargain cave as of last Friday. Along with many various Galco holsters.
Mudinyeri:
If you don't like carrying a gun on your belt, you'll hate carrying it in your pocket.
There was a good, recent discussion about pocket carry on here: http://nebraskafirearms.org/forum/index.php/topic,13477.0.html
I agree with Randy, with a good belt and holster you shouldn't have any problems carrying your Kimber inside your waistband (IWB). Personally, I'm a big fan of CrossBreed belts and IWB holsters.
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