How do you conceal carry your weapon?
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bigwheelzip
Absent Comrade
Howdy from South Carolina, and welcome to the forum.
10 months a year in this area, we dress as you describe, jeans and polo shirts. We carry IWB at 4 o'clock, during those warm months.
Your body type will dictate what works for you. A purpose built holster belt is highly recommended. I use a Galco SB2 belt.
10 months a year in this area, we dress as you describe, jeans and polo shirts. We carry IWB at 4 o'clock, during those warm months.
Your body type will dictate what works for you. A purpose built holster belt is highly recommended. I use a Galco SB2 belt.
Depends on what I am doing, where I am doing it, and the weather.
OWB
Shoulder rig
Fanny pack
OWB
Shoulder rig
Fanny pack
gman51
Member
I carry LCR in front pocket holster. Otherwise I carry owb but with just a t-shirt I seriously doubt it will cover the gun unless your holster rides real high and your gun has a short barrel.
T shirt is to form fitting, Hawaiian shirt a size too big, untucked works like a charm. IWB works for me although at 192# (12 too much!) I know it's there. Joe
cgt4570
Member
If I have to tuck in my shirt and carry 'minimalist', then it's a Doubletap .45 in my pants pocket. Otherwise, it's whatever I'm in the mood for inside my wasteband.
With a proper gun belt and a good holster, OWB can work with a loose fitting polo or t-shirt. I often carry my 40c in a Black Dog Concealment kydex holster on an Uncle Mikes instructors belt. The right belt worn nice and snug, keeps your gun tight against your side.
Your body shape is the key to determining the best way to carry.
IWB always provides more concealment than OWB.
IF your gut is as big as your chest/shoulders, you will have trouble concealing in the front, even IWB. Might work in back.
If your shoulders/chest allow an untucked shirt to hang and cover, meaning you are fit and have a smaller waist, front AIWB is best IMO.
A good thick supportive belt is required for any gun bigger than a subcompact, inside or outside. A dedicated holster attached with a J hook from behind the belt, or snap loops are most secure. Soft, cheap nylon holsters with a steel spring outside the belt hooks are generally considered substandard. Two attachment points are generally better than one.
IWB always provides more concealment than OWB.
IF your gut is as big as your chest/shoulders, you will have trouble concealing in the front, even IWB. Might work in back.
If your shoulders/chest allow an untucked shirt to hang and cover, meaning you are fit and have a smaller waist, front AIWB is best IMO.
A good thick supportive belt is required for any gun bigger than a subcompact, inside or outside. A dedicated holster attached with a J hook from behind the belt, or snap loops are most secure. Soft, cheap nylon holsters with a steel spring outside the belt hooks are generally considered substandard. Two attachment points are generally better than one.
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MSUDawgs
Member
i always carry iwb.
usually untucked shirt but if i have to tuck it in then i can, i got the minituck crossbreed that works well for either.
you have to practice a few times to get the tuck just right with the holster, but once it's right it's perfect. all they can see are the clips and they are the same color as my belt so it doesnt stand out.
i wouldnt OWB carry in concealed situations mainly due to my body shape will not allow that, it'll look like i have something on my hip under my shirt on that side if i did try it.
usually untucked shirt but if i have to tuck it in then i can, i got the minituck crossbreed that works well for either.
you have to practice a few times to get the tuck just right with the holster, but once it's right it's perfect. all they can see are the clips and they are the same color as my belt so it doesnt stand out.
i wouldnt OWB carry in concealed situations mainly due to my body shape will not allow that, it'll look like i have something on my hip under my shirt on that side if i did try it.
I'm a tall skinny senior citizen and most of my clothes come from Walmart since retirement. For years I carried a J frame IWB/appendix but as I got older (70 later this year) that became too uncomfortable. I recently switched to a S&W (no laser) .380 and pocket carry in a Galco pocket holster, L/F pocket (I'm a leftie).
Magload
US Veteran
My normal dress has been cargo shorts ns a untucked tshirt. I had to change to carry as i can't keep my shorts up with a cell phone and keys and knife plus a gun on even a good gun belt. There fore i tuck the t shirt and wear suspenders (aways camo ones) then wear a large loose fitting unbuttoned shirt over top. Short sleeve most of the year but long sleeve when it gets cold here in Florida in the winter. I carry a Shield or a 1911 IWB at 4:30. Don
MyDads38
Member
I've never been comfortable carrying IWB, so I always carry OWB. Good quality, thick leather belt and a DeSantis Speed Scabbard for my FS guns and a Mini Scabbard for my Shields. Usually 3:00-3:30 position with an extra mag on support side. Jeans/t shirt in summer works for me. Black/Navy Blue/dark colored t shirts work best, IMO.
hangnoose
Member
DID YOU SAY DIFFERENT?
I've got a DIY that is great for warm weather and round body types (down 50+, but with the game today ???). Take a thunderwear rig, sew on six buttons and use a pair of button type suspenders (not the clips that can let go at a bad time). It's a hybrid of a shoulder/belly band that rides above the love handles & under the moobs, well hidden in the weak side arm pit area. It's easy to get at from any position and holds flat against the body. That and/or pocket carry. OWB if weather/clothes permit.
I've got a DIY that is great for warm weather and round body types (down 50+, but with the game today ???). Take a thunderwear rig, sew on six buttons and use a pair of button type suspenders (not the clips that can let go at a bad time). It's a hybrid of a shoulder/belly band that rides above the love handles & under the moobs, well hidden in the weak side arm pit area. It's easy to get at from any position and holds flat against the body. That and/or pocket carry. OWB if weather/clothes permit.
357magWheelGunner
Member
My method of carry depends on various factors...what firearm I am carrying that day, what my attire is. In a t shirt and shorts, I could be IWB my model 60 j frame or my 686 2.5...if I have a cover garment in the fall, spring or winter it's usually OWB or a shoulder holster for either my 686, 629 or 329. The keys to comfortable and effective concealed carry in my opinion is a sturdy belt, quality leather and common sense. If it is a hot summer day and I want to carry my 4 inch 629...it can be done effectively...but I'm not going to be wearing shorts and a t shirt. Like many of us...you will most likely have a box full of various holsters that you have tried and don't like, and another box of several holsters for the same firearm that you rotate based on how you choose to carry that day.
Rastoff
US Veteran
Just a note:
We do have a Concealed Carry and Self-Defense forum. Might get more info there than here.
We do have a Concealed Carry and Self-Defense forum. Might get more info there than here.
