Opinions on under dash holsters

Riccur · Apr 24, 2009

I have a perfect little nook under my steering wheel and to the right knee side that I can mount a holster for my Model 10 2".

When mounted it would be nearly impossible to detect from outside the car unless you knew it was there in the first place.

Anyone use a mounted holster in the car and if so what do you recommend. Or is this not done and why not?

Riccur · Apr 24, 2009

I have a perfect little nook under my steering wheel and to the right knee side that I can mount a holster for my Model 10 2".

When mounted it would be nearly impossible to detect from outside the car unless you knew it was there in the first place.

Anyone use a mounted holster in the car and if so what do you recommend. Or is this not done and why not?

The Big D · Apr 24, 2009

I am a firm believer that a gun belongs on your person...not in the glove box, console, under the seat, or wherever. Reasons are myriad...what if you forget to take it with you, what if you're out of the car and need it, how do you transfer it discretely, etc.

That said, I am sure some will agree with your idea..and some likely actually have one installed as you describe.

Be safe.

Riccur · Apr 24, 2009

Good points Big D. I am new to CCW and understand that there are things that people have experienced that I have not. Thanks for the info.

mississippi revolverman · Apr 24, 2009

Big D hit on the head. I always keep my J frame on me. Last weekeend I pulled it off and dropped in the door console. Sunday morning couldn't find my revolver. Went to my truck it was still in the door pocket. Stupid me had left it there overnight and the doors unlocked. I almost dropped a you know what in my pants

photoman · Apr 24, 2009

Planted guns are, for various reasons, a way of life for many. I don't have a problem with it but I do think they should be concealed. Obviously, a gun on your person is better, but that's not always possible.

flop-shank · Apr 24, 2009

Mississippi revolverman's post, as well as Photoman44's are what led me to putting a pistol under my left leg with the butt sticking out for a right hand draw. When I leave the car it goes back in my left front pocket.

Jack Flash · Apr 25, 2009

Depending on circumstances, I could see stowing the revolver as described may have somre real advantages. It may have some disadvantages too. Depending on your exact circumstances.

Not sure how practical it would be, but I always liked the way Marlow had his revolvers stored in a compartment under his dash in The Big Sleep. Definately better than leaving them at home.Link

zercool · Apr 25, 2009

There are lots of thoughts on it.

From an accessibility standpoint, it's great.

However, keep in mind where your hands are if the police pull you over. It's not uncommon for a two-man car to approach from both sides of the vehicle. If you don't tell the one over your left shoulder about it and the guy on the passenger side sees it, you might end up with a Glock screwed into your ear right quick.

Just another thought...

flop-shank · Apr 25, 2009

That's a good point, Zercool. With under the leg carry, my plan is slide the entire gun under my left side leg so that it can't be seen, not even by me. When the officer is at my window, I'll then inform him, per Michigan law, that I'm packing. The license, registration and insurance will already be in hand.

Landpimp · Apr 26, 2009

here is a pic of my set up in my work rig

a leather padel holster w/ a Bodyguard, stuck into the sterring colume, gun comes right out, the holster will remove easily as well.

Its in the perfect spot IMOP,I pocket carry a 340pd(and it stays in my pocket) sometimes I do carry in a shoulder rig(and carry a UPSc 45 in my carry back with Rosen rig)

when at the office or whatever I just leave it where it is, at night it comes in the house in my carry bag, when someplace else it goes in the console or bag, or I take the holster off. Frankly this Cruiser really never is left anyplace out of my sight....if going someplace where we are leaving a car, we take something else(plain jane Lexus)

yeah there are prolly some downsides, but the upside for me is higher, heck I have been car jacked(but won)

if pulled over by the PD(and I know most all the locals)...a J frame is going to be the easiest thing(along with 500a Brecher, AR carbine and 1000rds of ammo) in my rig to explain

call me pernoid or what have you......but this works for me

Riccur · Apr 26, 2009

Thanks for the pic LandP. I will post some of mine when it is set up. The plan is to fasten a piece of leather belt to the wall of the console and then attach my new bulldog hoster with the regular clip. Should be easy on off, plan on attaching the same setup to the bed side , gonna have to sneak that one past the wife though, its her four poster bed.

Thanks all,

Rick

TAC · Apr 27, 2009

What works for you is what's best for you. Everyone has different needs and scenarios.

cmort666 · Apr 28, 2009

Be aware of local laws.

That's NOT lawful car carry in Ohio. Glove box, closed center console, holster on your body (including pocket holsters), closed container are all legal. Holster off your body not in one of the other containers isn't.

Landpimp · Apr 28, 2009

very true......but I aint living in Ohio

heck I can ride around with my HK Sp89 and 100 Beta Mag....its just a pistol

Originally posted by cmort666:
Be aware of local laws.

That's NOT lawful car carry in Ohio. Glove box, closed center console, holster on your body (including pocket holsters), closed container are all legal. Holster off your body not in one of the other containers isn't.

GatorFarmer · Apr 28, 2009

Gorilla tape and/or strong epoxy and an Uncle Mike's holster will also work.

I simply took to wearing a second gun in a horizontal shoulder rig. Ankle holsters also work well (for drawing when seated).

cmort666 · Apr 29, 2009

Originally posted by Landpimp:
very true......but I aint living in Ohio

heck I can ride around with my HK Sp89 and 100 Beta Mag....its just a pistol

Just a word to the wise. People see things which might otherwise be a good idea some place else and get into trouble when they don't know what their local law is. A couple of weeks ago, I talked to a friend who didn't know that he couldn't drive with his Bodyguard in his pocket without a pocket holster. The instant he steps out of the car, he's legal. Given the spotty knowledge of the law by cops, either a cop wouldn't know it's not legal, OR he'd get hassled for not obeying the now repealed "open sight" requirement.

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