Appendix Carry of M&P Shield

[BillyWayne]

I carry or have carried Kahr P9, M&P9C, Glock 32, Glock 33 in appendix carry mode. I use a tuckable IWB holster. I range from 6-10% bodyfat depending on season. I have had no issues. I have carried at the 4 position but I feel like the gun is exposed and that someone could get to it or see it without me knowing. Having it in front makes me feel more comfortable. This is just me and my thinking. Try a few ways and see what works for you. I also carry using the SmartCarry for deep concealment and I use PistolWear when running and biking.

 

[rickyfinch]

Coming from a truck driver that drives about 6 hours a day. Shield, iwb Blackhawk holster between pants and belt. Comfortable and no killing myself.

 

[hoser]

I appendix carried my Shield all the time. I also appendix carry my 642 and P938. Most confortable way to carry for me and the least printing.

The Shield was great for appendix carry. Much more comfortable than compact models like the Ruger sr40c, G27, and M&P 40c (all models I have previously appendix carried)

What holsters do you use for AIWB carry?

 

[Ethang]

Call me crazy,......

Okay, your crazy....


I would love if my department gave me more choices for off duty. It's carry the plastic or a 5 shot Smith. I carry my duty weapon at 330, mostly IWB, but always at the same place, right near wear I wear it on duty. One gun, one spot, one training method.

I just cannot over come the fact that your muzzle is covering your junk.

 

[white cloud]

Call me crazy, but I won't carry a striker type pistol in any position concealed. I love my M&P duty gun...in my duty holster....but for CCW, I carry a revolver or my P2000. I like the longer trigger pull and visible hammer on my auto and knowing a revolver cylinder has to rotate to fire gives me peace of mind. I know it's a mental thing I should probably get over, but I am happy with my other choices for CCW....some might say, well, you should carry the same type of operating system....to them I say, all my guns fire by just pulling the trigger (no safeties) so for me it's not much of an issue.

i agree 100%. i really like appendix carry. i think the glock 27 makes a lot of sense but i will not carry the glock in an appendix rig. i have tried but have never been comfortable. so it usually a m60 or sp101 in the appendix position. i am glad i am not the only totally irrational person here.

 

[venomballistics]

Appendix carry is the newest hot thing it seems. Lots of people talking about it. I can't get over the fact that femoral artery aside, it's pointing a weapon at my junk....one slip up of being too fast on the bang hook and too slow on the draw and your a saprano the rest of you life...

not to mention that unintended and unbreakable vow of celibacy

 

[ronbou174]

I have been a member of the forum for a while, but have never posted, nor am I sure where to go to post. Basically this is a plea for help. I recently bought a shield 9mm. I'm looking for some concealed carry advice. Normally I would go for a IWB and wear it between 3 and 4 o'clock, but I have a torn rotator cuff in the right shoulder and can't draw from that position. Other health issues put me at risk for corrective surgery, so I'm stuck looking for options, other than going to a left hand carry. I can draw from 2 o'clock, but can't find a holster that is comfortable in that position. Anyone have any suggestions.

 

[badge 851]

I have been a member of the forum for a while, but have never posted, nor am I sure where to go to post. Basically this is a plea for help. I recently bought a shield 9mm. I'm looking for some concealed carry advice. Normally I would go for a IWB and wear it between 3 and 4 o'clock, but I have a torn rotator cuff in the right shoulder and can't draw from that position. Other health issues put me at risk for corrective surgery, so I'm stuck looking for options, other than going to a left hand carry. I can draw from 2 o'clock, but can't find a holster that is comfortable in that position. Anyone have any suggestions.

I recommend you get a Sticky Holster; they are AWESOME IMHO.....
• Sticky Holsters

 

[george minze]

Very interesting the add from "Sticky Holster" The girl in the add looked great. was she wearing a holster?? I'm 75, not dead...great post...

 

[ronbou174]

Thanks for the info on the Sticky Holster...and you're absolutely right about the ad George.

 

[CAJUNLAWYER]

I carry at 8:45

I'm left handed

 

[goanra]

I used to use the crossbreeds @ 4 o'clock (comp-tac, king tuk) for all day concealed comfort.
AWIB seems to be the preferred mode for most, but uncomfortable for me. I have Big hard belly.
Been carrying 40 years, & wrecked my spine, so now I use the adhesive belt clip on my shield 40 between pants & belt @ 2:30 or so with a 'stiff' 1 3/4 inch belt to protect trigger.
I walk with a cane so I'm not worried about odd movements.

Also, I tried the Galco IWB (all suede) with thumb break... it was the most comfortable AWIB, for me and very inexpensive (optics planet?), prior to my injury. It worked fairly well at 3:30 as well. I've thought about dying it black & wearing it between pants & belt for sitting ability.

For long drives, I use the Galco "Executive" shoulder rig (black, minimal w one attachment) & very adjustable for my G27. Comfortable.

My disability allows me to use a 'clip draw' @ 3:30 on my Colt Defender .45 for general outings. Clips on belt & buttskin gives it 'sticky' retention.

There are some good options for us experienced, slow-movers.
Clips prob not good for the younger, agile CC folk.

 

[petepeterson]

Call me crazy, but I won't carry a striker type pistol in any position concealed. I love my M&P duty gun...in my duty holster....but for CCW, I carry a revolver or my P2000. I like the longer trigger pull and visible hammer on my auto and knowing a revolver cylinder has to rotate to fire gives me peace of mind. I know it's a mental thing I should probably get over, but I am happy with my other choices for CCW....some might say, well, you should carry the same type of operating system....to them I say, all my guns fire by just pulling the trigger (no safeties) so for me it's not much of an issue.

This is exactly how I feel about carrying autos, bit could never word it the right way. The Shield is a great gun, but I couldn't get comfortable with a striker-fired pistol IWB. It's mental, for sure, but real all the same.