How to handle using restroom IWB?

[MichiganScott]

Maybe I don't fully understand the question, but why would you have to take it off at all? I never have. Ever. It remains on my waistband and rests nicely on top of my thigh until I'm done with business.

Same with me. Reposition the holster to do so if necessary.

 

[HayesGreener]

This is what many do, calling it "the underwear hammock."

Hides it from eyes that may glance under the stall, and doesn't increase risk by unholstering a loaded gun.

But what if your thong won't hold up your 1066?

 

[Blueface2]

Wow. Never dawned on me.

 

[Lost Lake]

if your iwb is so small it doesn't attach to your belt, just put it under your arm.

 

[Arik]

I just unholster the gun and place it on the toilet papaer dispenser, top of the toilet (the water reservoir thing), little folding tray (where avail), worst case on top of my pants.

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[Chuck1217]

Surprised so many were- surprised- by the question. I'm sure this question has been asked right here, probably more than once. Also seen it on the Ruger forum, Glock, and a NC-SC states forum. Concensus seems to be between the legs in your drawers, if you have to draw the gun out. Some told stories about being in a hurry, and forgetting to re-holster when they put it anywhere but inside the drawers. When you pull the pants up, you will NOT forget the gun is THERE. The other issues were, as said, not being able to reach the gun if hung on the hook; if on the TP holder, it can fall off and slide away from you. So keeping it on your person, as in either holstered or in your drawers- was by far the best way to go.

 

[vista461]

Same with me. Reposition the holster to do so if necessary.

Yep, I agree.

 

[Poodle Soup]

Crossbreed supertuck with fnx9... just out ward tension and the gun stays by my calves. If anyone plans on crawling under the stall door they are going to see the entire gun anyways.

Now the first time I used the urinal would have been very embarrassing if anyone else had been in the restroom at the time. Fully loaded 18 round 9mm is very heavy when your belt comes undone.... caught my belt at my knees before everything hit the floor.

 

[pumpgun]

tongue through trigger guard and then held firmly to area between top lip and nostril. works best with scandium frame guns.

 

[ASA335]

To the OP:

Plenty of good ideas here. I can't add anything.

But... I can't resist the urge anymore, so I'm just going to come out and say it: I don't have this problem while wearing a shoulder holster.

 

[Gunnersalley]

Another vote for the hammock. If you happen to a fan of male thongs, then you are SOL.

True story: When I was an LEO, we had an officer enter a public restroom, remove his duty belt and gear, take care of business, and then walk out of the toilet leaving the belt/weapon hanging on the hook of the toilet door. He checks 10-8 and gets a domestic call to respond to with yours truly as the secondary officer. Imagine his surprise when I pointed out that he wasn't wearing a duty belt or weapon, when he exited the car. Not a good day.

He hauls butt back to the restroom in question to find the gear still hanging on the back of the toilet. No harm, no foul, but an experience he'll never forget.

With the hammock method, you'll never, ever forget your weapon.

 

[jkc]

Plenty of good ideas here. I can't add anything.

But... I can't resist the urge anymore, so I'm just going to come out and say it: I don't have this problem while wearing a shoulder holster.

This explains why the character of "Fish" in the Barney Miller sitcom, who spent about half of his on-duty time doing his duty, was the only squad member who used a shoulder holster...

 

[OK Hog Shooter]

tongue through trigger guard and then held firmly to area between top lip and nostril. works best with scandium frame guns.

I was going to say something witty and decided it wasn't in the best "taste"!

Hog

 

[dereksfl]

I use an appendix holster. If business is standing only wear holster slightly to the right and Mr. Winky sneaks out from the left. If your business requires sitting down, move holster above naval, drop pants and boxers. Allow shirt to cover holster to hide the heat. When done pull boxers up, holster then down over boxers, tuck shirt behind holster and pull pants up. DONE. Weapon never leaves holster and you can still get to your weapon if need be. Would never ever think about taking the weapon out of the holster and setting it down somewhere.

 

[GLV]

IWB,

Folded in. Pants all the way down unless in a super dirty place, but most places I frequent are pretty clean. Have not been in a bar in more than 50 years--**** happens in bars so I stay out.

I also have a good blade in one hand or the other. I hope I never have to use it. I also have a blade in my hand using a urinal.

 

[gmiller0737]

I never remove the weapon or holster but simply tilt it in belt & all & let it rest in My pants/underwear

 

[USAF385]

That's why it's "number one" only for me while in public!


I mean... public restrooms....

 

[GaryS]

Does Ren Wax protect against skid marks?

I'd recommend more fiber in your diet.

Seriously, this can be a concern. I always keep the firearm out of sight of anyone outside the stall. Usually I just put it on top of the TP dispenser, but last night I put the CS9 I was carrying in one of the pockets of my cargo pants.

 

[snubbyfan]

I just leave my snubby holstered and after dropping trou. rebuckling my belt at knee level and using outward tension to keep it there.

 

[Ivan the Butcher]

2 things, don't disarm! and don't pee on the gun!