So I've had my CCW permit for a while now but haven't carried until today. I am still debating what gun I want to buy to carry regularly but wanted to get a feel for carrying in general so I carried the only handgun I have at the moment which is a sig mosquito. I used a very basic IWB holster by AKAR which concealed the gun great. I carried behind my right hip which was ok comfort wise to walk around with. But not even close to being comfortable while sitting in a car seat driving. My question is how do you guys that carry full size or even compact guns like a g26 everyday do it? After today I'm thinking a small pocket gun is what best suits me.
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Good holster makes all the difference. Some also carry right between 3 and 4 o'clock when driving, you may find that more comfortable. Or you may find a sub-compact fits you better, as you indicated above. Before you get stomped on too badly here, I'll remind you that your little pink piece of paper is a License to Carry a Handgun (or LTCH for short), not a CCW permit. You may choose to carry your weapon concealed or not, however you wish. (Assuming you are in Indiana, your location doesn't say.)
There are going to be a thousand correct answers to your questions. Personally I carry a G26 in a Crossbreed Supertuck. I have been though too many holsters to mention and a few different guns. I have had my permit for 20 years. Its all a matter of personal preference. That will take some time and experimentation to see what you like. The fat guys will recommend owb holsters. I have a few more years of iwb before I am forced to switch.
I also have a Walther PPK which I tend to carry more in the summer. It is smaller and flatter and more easily concealed in shorts and a t shirt.
I also have a Walther PPK which I tend to carry more in the summer. It is smaller and flatter and more easily concealed in shorts and a t shirt.
IWB leather works best for me, and they really need to have a sweat shield to protect your skin from the gun. Other than that it's just going to be moving it around to a spot that's comfortable to you.Odviously the smaller or skinnier the gun the better for comfort.
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Don't forget to get a quality belt, many holster problems are caused by the belt
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I'm a fat guy that carries IWB half the time
I carry my p-11 IWB all the time, and I'm rotund
Carrying is a serious commitment that should be treated as such. An investment in high quality gear will go a very long way to help you determine if this is a commitment you want to maintain. A good belt and holster to fit YOU and the gun that YOU like is what YOU need to keep in mind. I personally carry a full size .45 in an IWB Milt Sparks Versa Max ll at 4 o'clock and a Sparks double mag carrier at about the 6:30, hanging a a Sparks 1 1/2" belt. I am so used to it that I don't even notice. You are on the right track, ask questions, evaluate and if possible, look at all of the diferent rigs you can. Best of luck in your quest and safe shooting!
The short answer for me always is; If you need to carry something uber small so that you carry then fine. However I am 5'9" 175lbs and carried a full size glock 45 in a comptac C-tac for 2 years before I got smart and went with a g-17 and now, when I am going for ultra concealment a G-26. It is just something you have to #1 get used to and #2 live with. It's a small sacrafice. That said once you get used it you will be surprised how you almost forget it's there.
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IWB or OWB can work but both will take getting use to the feel. Adjust position and so forth. I carry in the four of five o'clock position in the waist band often and it has been comfortable for me. Appendix carry is a possibility for some. Those of us blessed with a large belly maybe not.
I suggest carrying as large a gun and possible. Pocket guns and small framed guns are really difficult to shoot well in any circumstance. If the momment of truth comes I want a gun in my hand that I have total confidence with.
Carrying a gun is first and foremost to be comforting not so much comfortable.
I suggest carrying as large a gun and possible. Pocket guns and small framed guns are really difficult to shoot well in any circumstance. If the momment of truth comes I want a gun in my hand that I have total confidence with.
Carrying a gun is first and foremost to be comforting not so much comfortable.
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