Hi, I OC.

[Koven]

And because of this.. I have been excluded out from family/friend get togethers and events because it makes people feel nervous or uncomfortable.

I guess I will invest in an IWB holster, but does this mean I will need to sacrifice my 9 round extended mag for my Springfield XDS?

 

[Mr. Habib]

You need a new family and friends.

 

[HubertGummer]

It makes them nervous that you have the ability to defend/protect them?

 

[eldirector]

A) You can conceal a full-sized handgun pretty easily if you dress around it. Keep the extended mag.
B) Have gatherings at YOUR place, where they can't say much (unless they want to leave)
C) Ignore them and go on with your life

 

[Yamadog35]

If they know you, surely they understand that you will still be carrying even if they can't see it.

 

[ATM]

No need for a holster or mag change, just pull your shirt tail over it when they bring it up.

I mean, it's not like you need to convince them that you're not carrying, only that the thin layer of cloth shielding it from view will suffice to keep it from jumping out of the holster and causing mayhem (as guns are prone to do when they catch folks looking at them).

 

[KG1]

It's a magic trick to them. If I can't see it it's not really there. pffffhtt...

 

[LP1]

Keep OCing and you'll save money - fewer people to buy Xmas & birthday gifts for...

 

[m82mike]

I have a crossbreed supertuck to carry my XD-S with the extended mag. Very comfortable, well worth it.

 

[KellyinAvon]

Did anyone else read the thread title and think this was an intro/new INGOer thread??

 

[BADWOLF]

First off I have to ask how old are you....?

 

[cbhausen]

I OC too, almost exclusively. And I couldn't care less what anyone, family or otherwise thinks of it. It's my life, my choice of how I choose to exercise my natural right of self defense as affirmed by the 2A. After OCing for awhile and developing this mindset things get a whole lot easier. I don't make a big deal of it, it's just part of my daily attire. I do nothing to call attention to it other than OC it, a full-size Sig 9mm. I also do my best to be cordial and non-threatening in public with it.

I have carried a rifle in public also, but only as part of an organized demonstration. I would have been more inclined to push the envelope a bit carrying a rifle before this latest round of insanity; I'm more inclined to lay low now unless/until SHTF if that day ever comes.

 

[Tactically Fat]

OP, do you have a retention holster? Have you had much formal handgun retention training?

 

[LtScott14]

My Brother In Law had 3 locking mounted gun boxes installed in the garage. You could secure your handgun, or carry, your choice. When BBQ was on, we all wore our best shorts and flat cut Hawaiian shirts. Never remember any problems. If you decided to swim... you secured your firearm, and jumped in. (FYI- 3 members were Military/LEO, and 2nd Amendment carriers). BIL was a sworn Deputy Sheriff in Arkansas. He understood.
Wish others had a clear head, and allow their family the respect.

 

[rhino]

My Brother In Law had 3 locking mounted gun boxes installed in the garage. You could secure your handgun, or carry, your choice. When BBQ was on, we all wore our best shorts and flat cut Hawaiian shirts. Never remember any problems. If you decided to swim... you secured your firearm, and jumped in. (FYI- 3 members were Military/LEO, and 2nd Amendment carriers). BIL was a sworn Deputy Sheriff in Arkansas. He understood.
Wish others had a clear head, and allow their family the respect.

See, if you carried Glocks, you could go swimming without worrying about locking it in a box.

 

[Denny347]

Conceal it and move on. Life is too short and you only get one family. If in time, you change their minds, great. Until then, enjoy them now because there is no guarantee they will be here tomorrow.

 

[churchmouse]

OP must not like to answer the questions of the folks he put this to.

Hello.......

 

[Koven]

First off I have to ask how old are you....?

24, but that's a weird question to ask.

OP, do you have a retention holster? Have you had much formal handgun retention training?

Yes I do, and yes I have. Frequently, actually.

Conceal it and move on. Life is too short and you only get one family. If in time, you change their minds, great. Until then, enjoy them now because there is no guarantee they will be here tomorrow.

I thought about doing this since it seems to be better that I keep my weapon concealed for the "concern" of my family. I conceal my bug, however.

OP must not like to answer the questions of the folks he put this to.

Hello.......

That isn't the case at all. I've just been very busy. I love reading peoples opinions, whether they be negative or positive.

 

[BADWOLF]

The reason I asked age is because older, oh hell " ancient " people sometimes have a preconceived notion of a younger generation. Think about what would their reaction be say if an older family member was to OC would they have the same response.

 

[churchmouse]

24, but that's a weird question to ask.



Yes I do, and yes I have. Frequently, actually.



I thought about doing this since it seems to be better that I keep my weapon concealed for the "concern" of my family. I conceal my bug, however.



That isn't the case at all. I've just been very busy. I love reading peoples opinions, whether they be negative or positive.