Hey everyone I'm new here but definitely not new to shooting guns. Anyways my 21st bday is in exactly one month (yay me!!!) And I'm purchasing my first handgun for my birthday. It's between the m&p and xd. I will eventually be carrying either one once my ltch comes in the mail (hopefully soon but Im sure I'm in the bad boy pile). So my question is is it safe to carry IWB with nothing other then a trigger safety cause I'm leaning heavily towards the m&p without the external safety. But it just worries me that there Isnt a safety other then the trigger. Which is why I'm considering the xd because of the fact it has the thumb safety.
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Carrying IWB without safety
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Indy_Guy_77
Grandmaster
- Apr 30, 2008
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With a proper holster it is entirely safe!
But a good holster is a MUST.
But a good holster is a MUST.
It's no issue at all as long as you get a good holster that covers the trigger. I have no concerns carrying a Glock IWB.
Get a good kydex or hybrid holster and just pay attention to keep the opening clear of your shirt tail when inserting the gun if holster is already on your belt. Personally, I attach the holster to my belt with the gun already in it, to avoid any unnecessary or excess handling.
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Get a good kydex or hybrid holster and just pay attention to keep the opening clear of your shirt tail when inserting the gun if holster is already on your belt. Personally, I attach the holster to my belt with the gun already in it, to avoid any unnecessary or excess handling.
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I started out carrying a Bersa Thunder 9. It had a thumb safety that was also a decocker. It was a great starter carry gun until I could get comfortable with the idea of carrying without a safety.
As I got more interested in doing some training I wanted something that could take abuse and I wouldn't have to fiddle with while sending hundreds of rounds downrange at a time. I picked up a Glock 19 a few months back and I really do like it.
sloughfoot
Grandmaster
Without training, any pistol is dangerous to the user. Even trained and experienced users have shot themselves in the leg. I won't mention names, but there is a prominent, highly trained local attorney still recovering after shooting himself in the leg with his favorite EDC 1911. Alcohol might have been involved, but still....
I honestly believe that nobody should carry a gun in any manner until extensive training is obtained in a two day course where a large part is presenting, shooting, and re-holstering the EDC handgun. Under stress and time limits.
Buy either gun OP. Neither is inherently safer. You are the unknown part of the equation, not the pistol that you choose.
I been around guns a long time. I believe in training.
FWIW, I own and carry both the M&P and the XD in quality holsters.
I honestly believe that nobody should carry a gun in any manner until extensive training is obtained in a two day course where a large part is presenting, shooting, and re-holstering the EDC handgun. Under stress and time limits.
Buy either gun OP. Neither is inherently safer. You are the unknown part of the equation, not the pistol that you choose.
I been around guns a long time. I believe in training.
FWIW, I own and carry both the M&P and the XD in quality holsters.
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I've got an m&p 9c I carry in an iwb and have had no issues. Just make sure the trigger is covered and you're good to go. I never re-holster my weapon without taking the holster off however. Just in case, I would hate to shoot myself account of clothes or something snagging the trigger. Just my 2 cents though.
I agree a quality holster is a must to start, but no man made contraption is fool proof...safe handling/holstering is a practice never to be taken for granted. Practice with a cleared firearm extensively and become knowledgeable of your gear and how it performs. A piece of sage wisdom from my older and wiser bro...Keep your booger hooker off the boom lever until your ready to hear a bang.
If you still can't decide which one you want, head over to Kodiak firing range by Wal-Mart on Ireland. $10 for rental, no matter how many you shoot. Once you decide, they can make you a custom kydex IWB for $60.
They have training there also. You can even rent one of their guns to take the class and see which suits you best.
Welcome to INGO from Mishawaka!
They have training there also. You can even rent one of their guns to take the class and see which suits you best.
Welcome to INGO from Mishawaka!
NHT3
Grandmaster
I would suggest an NRA basic pistol course in your area. It will answer a lot of your questions and should give you a face to face with someone that has experience with what you are wanting to do. To directly answer your question, as others have said, proper holster and some training/practice and you shouldn't have any problems. (M&P is a great choice IMHO)
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Harleyrider_50
Shooter
I'll go with most the others.......GOOD HOLSTER......ya don' want ANYthing get'n in way that trigger guard......an' 'at go's fer RE-holster'n as well.....if ya go leather.....stay 'way from straps,snaps,thumb-breaks....etc.....
Carry a G27 everday ina 'SideArmour' IWB, 'at I got from a dude on here.....NO problems carry'n 1 pipe'd (condition 1)......an' pick'd up a G30 'at I'll carry in'a Galco Royal Guard (open top,IWB leather....)
Carry a G27 everday ina 'SideArmour' IWB, 'at I got from a dude on here.....NO problems carry'n 1 pipe'd (condition 1)......an' pick'd up a G30 'at I'll carry in'a Galco Royal Guard (open top,IWB leather....)
My opinion for first pick is a DA revolver, or a DA/SA semi auto. I will not carry on an empty chamber. I do not like the idea of a spring loaded firing pin (striker) hanging over a primer with the muzzle against my flesh. My second pick is a firearm with a safety that is placed where it is natural movement for me to disengage while drawing from the holster, like a 1911. The mental thought process and safe habits are of course the primary importance. I still like to stack the cards in my favor. Carried for 35 years without a negligent discharge. I intend to keep it that way.
First I agree that a good holster is key. However if you are going to carry IWB you may want to look at a subcompact like the Kahr CM9 if you have not already. I have owned both the M&P Sheild and the CM9 and held just about every other subcompact out there. For me the CM9 had the best of all worlds.
I love my CZ 75B, and SR9C but I personally cannot imagine carrying either IWB. Just my 2 cents.
I love my CZ 75B, and SR9C but I personally cannot imagine carrying either IWB. Just my 2 cents.
addictedhealer
Sharpshooter
Full size iwb? Tried that, hated it. Don't feel underpowered or unsafe with my kahr.
I agree with everyone above. You really should handle and wear a few to see how it feels and fits. Also can never have to much training.
Congrats on your 21st, LTCH and handgun.
I agree with everyone above. You really should handle and wear a few to see how it feels and fits. Also can never have to much training.
Congrats on your 21st, LTCH and handgun.
I don't get the never reholster without removing the holster thing. I do get keeping coonfingering the gun to a minimum, but you should practice/train on presenting from the holster and reholstering. What are you going to do if you ever need to draw the gun for real? Whether you shoot or not, being able to reholster will be a needed skill at some point.
Make sure you get a good holster, that has structural integrity (old worn out floppy leather or nylon holster is a bad idea), and that fully covers the trigger. Also, keep your finger off the trigger and anything out of the trigger area when reholstering and you will be fine. I personally like the hybrid (leather and Kydex) holsters for IWB.
