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Pocket Carry
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A ruger LCP with a Desantis Superfly is hard to beat it my opinion. The the pinky extention on the mag gives you a good grip on the gun and you can easily draw out of the holster even wearing jeans. No snagging. The removable velcro flap of the superfly is key imo. It allows your to conceal with just about any kind of pants that are loose fit or regular fir. It helps break up the lines and looks just like a wallet.
I sued to carry a Glock 36 in 45 ACP but it became burdensome to truly conceal. I opted carry a S&W 642 in a pocket holster. More recently I have acquired a Kahr PM-9 which is also excellent for carrying in a pocket holster.
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I have carried a FI 380 in a inside the waist holster.and the shirt hanging out.
golf type shirts are great for that.when in the sevice Naval air I used to go to town with a 1909 colt new sevice in my belt with the jumper{whites].that was a freer navy.they did not frown on privat guns.I brought a dozen rifle pistols home and the customs just asked if they were mine I said yes and on my way I went.
I have carried a FI 380 in a inside the waist holster.and the shirt hanging out.
golf type shirts are great for that.when in the sevice Naval air I used to go to town with a 1909 colt new sevice in my belt with the jumper{whites].that was a freer navy.they did not frown on privat guns.I brought a dozen rifle pistols home and the customs just asked if they were mine I said yes and on my way I went.
+1 this is what I carry when it is hot/when I am in a suit.
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A pair of baggy shorts with big, sturdy pockets (5.11 Tactical makes a good pair) with a S&W j-frame in a pocket holster. Oh, and a large polo shirt worn outside your shorts.
On the days I'm wearing shorts, I'll be carrying my S&W mod.36 with an Uncle Mike's pocket holster. Works for me.
EDIT: The shorts I'm using are cargo shorts from American Eagle. The pockets are just deep enough.
EDIT: The shorts I'm using are cargo shorts from American Eagle. The pockets are just deep enough.
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I carry a Beretta 22a. IWB holster. I'll sometimes switch it out for my
Davis .38 Derringer. I'd like to get a Model 60 S&W for carry. I like the reliability of a revolver.
Davis .38 Derringer. I'd like to get a Model 60 S&W for carry. I like the reliability of a revolver.
For me, pocket carry means jacket pocket. This carry allows you to have your hand on the gun and point it in the necessary direction with no one the wiser. For the real hot months vests are available that serve the same purpose.
The only gun I would consider for this type of carry is a snubby with a shrouded hammer. This will allow you to fire from your pocket more than once.
Charter Arms is about to introduce a snubby in .45 ACP. I would love one of these with a shrouded or bobbed hammer.
The only gun I would consider for this type of carry is a snubby with a shrouded hammer. This will allow you to fire from your pocket more than once.
Charter Arms is about to introduce a snubby in .45 ACP. I would love one of these with a shrouded or bobbed hammer.
I read an article somewhere that carrying a firearm in a holster that hides the outline of the weapon requires a special license. Might be that it was just a restriction on a holster that the weapon could be fired from. Anyone else heard of that issue?
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Bill Nance
Banned
Do NOT worry about caliber. If it's a choice between not carrying and carrying, even a .22 is better than nothing.
It also has a lot to do with what you're comfortable and proficient in shooting. I'd rather see you carry even a .25 auto that you can reliably put 2 in C/M and one in the head that a hand cannon you're more likely to miss with.
You hear all kinds of caliber arguments on gun forums and I agree that bigger is better, all things being equal.
But first, your chances of actually needing to use your gun are very small, second, it's even more unlikely that you'll run into someone who won't be stopped by a few rounds of .25 or 380.
All things being equal I'd go for a Kahr. They7 make some extremely concealable .45s as well as 380s. Of course a wheel gun in 38 sp or .357 is always a good choice. For a .25 you want a Beretta.
It also has a lot to do with what you're comfortable and proficient in shooting. I'd rather see you carry even a .25 auto that you can reliably put 2 in C/M and one in the head that a hand cannon you're more likely to miss with.
You hear all kinds of caliber arguments on gun forums and I agree that bigger is better, all things being equal.
But first, your chances of actually needing to use your gun are very small, second, it's even more unlikely that you'll run into someone who won't be stopped by a few rounds of .25 or 380.
All things being equal I'd go for a Kahr. They7 make some extremely concealable .45s as well as 380s. Of course a wheel gun in 38 sp or .357 is always a good choice. For a .25 you want a Beretta.
Thanks Bill
My primary thing is being able to carry comfortably and retain a high amount of concealability. Remember, FL has no open carry, and if you accidently flash the local PoPos have a nice friendly talk with you reminding you that concealed carry is just that, concealed carry.
My primary thing is being able to carry comfortably and retain a high amount of concealability. Remember, FL has no open carry, and if you accidently flash the local PoPos have a nice friendly talk with you reminding you that concealed carry is just that, concealed carry.
If it has to be absolutely small and flat to fit where you want to carry it, get a Seecamp .32 or .380 if you can find one. A J frame in .38 or .357 would be my first choice if you can find pants with large/deep enough pockets to fit you. If you want an auto, there are plenty of small pocketable autos around. There is also no shortage of pocket holsters for a wide variety of guns.
Since you say you are 6'-7", I would think your hand size would have something to do with your selection. A Seecamp might be too small for you to even grip and be able to get a finger comfortably in the trigger guard!
Make up a list of possibles and then try to find friends/stores that have them so you can try them out for fit, eventually you will find what works for you. Just remember what others have said, any gun you carry is better than one you don't. Good luck.
Since you say you are 6'-7", I would think your hand size would have something to do with your selection. A Seecamp might be too small for you to even grip and be able to get a finger comfortably in the trigger guard!
Make up a list of possibles and then try to find friends/stores that have them so you can try them out for fit, eventually you will find what works for you. Just remember what others have said, any gun you carry is better than one you don't. Good luck.
gerrycaruso
NES Member
I only carry in a belt holster and carry a spare mag in a mag holder. I used to sometimes carry in a pocket but found lint in the gun and spare mag sometimes. Now I dress to conceal what I carry. I carry a Kahr P45 and practice with it twice a week.I think bigger is better but I agree with Bill. Carry what you can hit with.
pdm
NES Member
There's a complete ban on guns that are disguised to look like something else, is that what you heard?
Back in the 1970s there were pocket holsters that allowed you to shoot the handgun while holstered. Eventually (1980s IIRC), BATFE decided to ban them and make it a Federal offense to possess one.
This is separate from any MA anti-gun laws (which are even more restrictive).
i'm still waiting for my mika holster. i hope it comes soon! like he says on his webpage though he's focused on producing a quality product so i am confident it will be worth the wait and then some. i don't dislike the uncle mike's holster i have but it's also not that great.
P232 is awfully big to fit in a pocket.
I know, but I still loved it anyways. My first 'real' handgun.
What ever you decide, keep it in a holster.
Last fall a New Hampshire bow hunter found out the hard way and shot himself in the leg while in a tree stand. Fortuantely he made his way to medical attention.
Mine is an FIE Titan .25 acp with Winchester Expand Points. The fastest eight rounds you'll ever get out of a cheapie pistol. Very low profile and print.
Last fall a New Hampshire bow hunter found out the hard way and shot himself in the leg while in a tree stand. Fortuantely he made his way to medical attention.
Mine is an FIE Titan .25 acp with Winchester Expand Points. The fastest eight rounds you'll ever get out of a cheapie pistol. Very low profile and print.
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