We use ours for deer, jerky, beef anything that goes in the freezer. No problem with freezer burn. You can control the waste by cutting the size you need.
I have the same problem. I appreciate the advise everyone is giving. My back hurts for a week if I carry IWB at 4 o'clock for more than a couple of hours.
I have an XD 9mm with a 4.5"barrel and love it. I gave 450 new with 2 mags, holster, mag holder and quick loader. Mine also has the ported barrel (V 10 model). It shoots great and is very accurate. My wife even likes shooting it.
Don't these places realize that guns are not the problem. I agree, they are bowing to public pressure. I loved it tonight when ABC news described an assault gun as "a gun that fires when you pull the trigger". I thought they all did that!
You have to do what you can. If you can get a safe, Tractor Supply usually has a good deal on them this time of year. If you can't afford a safe, get a cabinet and try to secure it somehow.