CCW Types And Gear

[dlmedley]

I've been a CCW permit holder for nearly 20 years and carry almost daily. Over the years I've been carrying a Springfield Custom Loaded 1911 in a Bianchi OWB holster during the winter and a little S&W Model 669 (oldie but great little gun) 9mm in a Galco Summer Comfort IWB during the warmer months. Recently I decided to go with a single gun rig. The 1911 is nice, but no matter how you carry, it's fargin' heavy.

Anyway, I went with a S&W M&P 40C with a Tommy Theis IWB holster. I must say that I'm very happy with this set up. I highly recommend Tommy Theis holsters: http://theisholsters.com/holsters.php . They are the same principle as the Crossbreed SuperTuck, but, for me, I like them a bit better. The Tommy Theis comes with the combat cut with no extra cost, and aesthetically I prefer the clips on the Tommy Theis.

The whole set up is very concealable; able to wear it with just an untucked t-shirt and I'm able to actually forget that I'm carrying; something I could never do before.

Well, at this point I'm just yakking and forwarding information.

Regards.

 

[Eric83]

Thak looks nice... I have been carrying my M&P 40C in a different style inside the pant holster, it hides pretty nice.

 

[harleyrkc]

I usually carry either a Springfield Subcompact XD .40 in a paddle holster or a full frame XD. 45 in a paddle.

 

[DC_MPA]

You should move to Oklahoma. We just passed an OPEN carry law

 

[Topgumby]

The Remora IWB sticky holsters are very convenient and bargain priced.

 

[PFP_Dad]

I have a couple carry guns based on what I'm wearing. I have a LCP that I have a crossbreed and a pocket holster for based upon outfit, and a S&W 360 that I carry when I am dressed more casually.

The trigger pull on the LCP leaves a lot to be desired, but it's concealable in everything from business attire to gym shorts.

 

[Eric83]

I usually carry either a Springfield Subcompact XD .40 in a paddle holster or a full frame XD. 45 in a paddle.

Open carry is alright, but a CPL is the way to go... Dont konw how your open carry works, but you can't operate a vehicle or motorcycle while you are open carry in our state. It really limits, plus I don't want someone having the drop on me, like to keep it a suprise!

 

[dlmedley]

In my state, with a CC permit, you can open carry a loaded firearm, but I don't. I live in the city and I don't think it a good idea to OC. That's me, though. Don't want to unnecessarily freak some folks out.

Regards

 

[dlmedley]

I noticed that this thread is in the Great Outdoors forum. I could swear that I put it originally in the Barbershop forum. Was it moved, or did I OP it in this forum? From what I understand, CCW discussions are supposed to go there? Just want to make sure that I'm not breaking any rules.

Regards

 

[Colt Hammerless]

You mention the 1911 being heavy (and you're right), but I'm curious to know if you were carrying it on a gunbelt, or a regular "store bought" belt? Btw, I don't own an M&P40c, but I held one once, and that is a really small yet comfortable grip. Wouldn't mind having one someday. Ditto on open carry in the city. I've open carried while hiking here in AZ, and whenever I came across someone, I always felt a little strange. Never got so much as a look though, (it is AZ after all.)

Paul

 

[dlmedley]

You mention the 1911 being heavy (and you're right), but I'm curious to know if you were carrying it on a gunbelt, or a regular "store bought" belt? Btw, I don't own an M&P40c, but I held one once, and that is a really small yet comfortable grip. Wouldn't mind having one someday. Ditto on open carry in the city. I've open carried while hiking here in AZ, and whenever I came across someone, I always felt a little strange. Never got so much as a look though, (it is AZ after all.)

Paul

I carried it on a "real" gun belt; Bianchi Professional B29 1.5. It wasn't a bad carry, but after a day it got to be a real heavy hunk of iron.

The ergonomics of the M&P are very nice. I've shot both Glocks and Springfield XDs and for me the ergos of the M&P felt much better.

Also, regarding the OC, I live in a state with a lot of CCW permit holders. I feel that the concept of not knowing who may or may not be carrying is beneficial. Kind of a "mind your manners because you don't know who is armed and who isn't" thing.

But, then again, I'll be the first one to admit that I'm a bit twisted.

Regards

 

[paco664]

i carry daily a ruger LCP .380 in a rocky mountain *(i think) pocket holster.... allday/week/year comfy and i use a front pocket wallet and it just disappears behind it....

 

[Mike_P]

I'm a Glock guy through and through. I actually own two Gen 4 Glock 26's and one Glock 27 and alternate carrying them in Comptac M-tac holster. I carry 7 days a week, normally about 8-15 hours. I've fallen asleep in the M-tac, driven for 4 hours in it, etc... It's COMFORTABLE.

You'll probably ask why so many or why more than one 26? The police have one of mine, and knowing the laws, I was prepared with a back up in case I ever had to use one as I did. They don't know when I'll get it back yet, but I'm not worried since I've got a line up going for daily carry.

 

[Colt Hammerless]

With 20 years of carry behind you, I pretty much figured you were using a proper gun belt. A mediocre holster on a good belt is certainly better than the best holster on a cheap soft and thin belt.

Mike P, I'm sorry you had to use one of them in a real situation. Glad you made it out of whatever that situation was. Sounds like you planned accordingly though.

Paul

Paul

 

[Devilpup]

I've been a CCW permit holder for nearly 20 years and carry almost daily. Over the years I've been carrying a Springfield Custom Loaded 1911 in a Bianchi OWB holster during the winter and a little S&W Model 669 (oldie but great little gun) 9mm in a Galco Summer Comfort IWB during the warmer months. Recently I decided to go with a single gun rig. The 1911 is nice, but no matter how you carry, it's fargin' heavy.

Anyway, I went with a S&W M&P 40C with a Tommy Theis IWB holster. I must say that I'm very happy with this set up. I highly recommend Tommy Theis holsters: http://theisholsters.com/holsters.php . They are the same principle as the Crossbreed SuperTuck, but, for me, I like them a bit better. The Tommy Theis comes with the combat cut with no extra cost, and aesthetically I prefer the clips on the Tommy Theis.

The whole set up is very concealable; able to wear it with just an untucked t-shirt and I'm able to actually forget that I'm carrying; something I could never do before.

Well, at this point I'm just yakking and forwarding information.

Regards.

I use a bianchi suppression IWB for my 1911. It works great, I'm able to hide a full size 1911 on my 6' 130lb frame. (30" waist 42" chest)

 

[luvmysuper]

Guys, Sorry for the confusion. This thread had been errantly moved to the Great Outdoors when in fact it belongs in the Barbershop.
Apologies for the error and the confusion.

 

[JonnyVain]

Glock 19
Crossbreed Supertuck
Wilderness Instructor belt.

 

[Phog Allen]

Have any of you tried the Ruger SR9? I ask only because these have caught my attention since they came out. It looks to be a nice carry model but I have never carried and have never owned a DA nine, let alone a striker fired one.

Cheers, Todd