Unsafe carry? What do you think

[armalitesheepdog]

I was behind this guy at a checkout. I have really never seen such a poor method of carry.
I was flaged the whole time I was in line. No I didn't say anything because its the East side and its best to keep to yourself. After I left I was somewhat mad at myself for not saying anything but you just don't know people's mental state. He was definitely old enough to know better.

 

[bwframe]

Good for you, for having the nads to snap a picture descretely!

It'd be great, if somehow the pic got back to the guy. Bound to be someone who might recognize a rare 1911 crosdraw carrier, with a red holster?

Right or wrong, I would not have called the guy out. Not worth the risk.

I would have went to another checkout line. Maybe took another lap through the fruits and nuts section?

 

[loudgroove]

I hope that holster at least covered the trigger.

 

[d.kaufman]

While I admit I wouldn't carry that way, there are lots of shoulder rigs that put the firearm in that position, well maybe not upside-down, but barrel pointing rearward.

 

[BigMoose]

I would have went to another checkout line. Maybe took another lap through the fruits and nuts section?

yeah. Best solution. Check the markdown rack again.

FFS, arse backward muzzle exposed carry? On his left side?

 

[BigMoose]

While I admit I wouldn't carry that way, there are lots of shoulder rigs that put the firearm in that position, well maybe not upside-down, but barrel pointing rearward.

Yeah those are for small guns, and even then, most of those are slightly pointed down, and cover the damn muzzle

 

[bwframe]

While I admit I wouldn't carry that way, there are lots of shoulder rigs that put the firearm in that position, well maybe not upside-down, but barrel pointing rearward.

You are right, it's a shoulder holster. It seems to be rigged way too low though?

 

[cedartop]

You a right, it's a shoulder holster. It seemes to be rigged way too low though?

That is the first thing I thought.

 

[BigMoose]

You a right, it's a shoulder holster. It seemes to be rigged way too low though?

If it is, its rigged really badly..

 

[armalitesheepdog]

I was actually kind of hoping it would get back to him. I really don't think its a shoulder rig. I could be wrong but I think it's to low for that.. if you recognize this fella let him know. Everyone has the 2nd amendment but......

 

[KellyinAvon]

You a right, it's a shoulder holster. It seemes to be rigged way too low though?

That is the first thing I thought.

I agree. It is too low to be a belt holster. The guy must've bought a "big and tall" shoulder holster and he's under 6'.

Stainless steel 1911? A Galco Miami Classic in the correct size would be appropriate, and cool.

 

[bashMOH]

How is he flagging you if the gun is holstered and the trigger is properly covered? I agree that it's an... interesting... carry method, but I don't get how that's any different than any other form of holster.

 

[bwframe]

...Stainless steel 1911? A Galco Miami Classic in the correct size would be appropriate, and cool.

If it was the eighties, maybe?

The reason we got away from those, is that they are impossible to be modern day safe. No way to not point the gun at yourself and who knows how many others? Every time you draw or holster.

No competitive shooting sport will let you on the line with that holster. I cannot imagine any firearm training class will let you on their line either, even the crazy ones

 

[KellyinAvon]

If it was the eighties, maybe?

The reason we got away from those, is that they are impossible to be modern day safe. No way to not point the gun at yourself and who knows how many others? Every time you draw or holster.

No competitive shooting sport will let you on the line with that holster. I cannot imagine any firearm training class will let you on their line either, even the crazy ones

Don't hate, appreciate!

 

[Nugget]

Hmmm. The way I carry, my gun is pointed at my "appendix". The way that guy's carrying, it's pointing at yours. You're right, that is MUCH safer!

 

[BigMoose]

Even then, this illustrates a point. This holster sits higher the gun in supposed to sit along your rib cage, NOT along your belt line next to your butt.

If it is a shoulder holster of this type, its hideously adjusted!

 

[Timjoebillybob]

How is he flagging you if the gun is holstered and the trigger is properly covered? I agree that it's an... interesting... carry method, but I don't get how that's any different than any other form of holster.

Agreed, what if you're on the second or higher floor carrying in a vertical carry holster?

 

[Frank_N_Stein]

Looks like a cross draw belt holster to me, but I'm no expert. I'm sure it enables him to draw and get on target super fast.

 

[Hoosierdood]

On the East side? Just be thankful its actually in a holster.

 

[armalitesheepdog]

How is he flagging you if the gun is holstered and the trigger is properly covered? I agree that it's an... interesting... carry method, but I don't get how that's any different than any other form of holster.

If I'm minding my own business and the barrel of someone's pistol is pointing at my gut that bothers me.....and pretty much everyone else