Appendix carry

[JFootin]

Great minds

I only carry a J frame in appendix carry. It's the only gun that is comfortable for me. I use a Uncle Mikes pocket holster and it works well.

Great minds think alike! Compared to my J-frame, even my tiny Kahr CM9 is bulky above and below the waist, and not as comfortable AIWB.

When I first experimented with carrying it there, I also used an Uncle Mike's #3 pocket holster. The 1" gripper strip on both sides locks it in place behind a good belt.

 

[hotrod150]

Part of the "uncomfortable" problem may be the holster. I A-IWB carry my 2" j-frames in an Ace Case brand holster, made from a thin glove leather. It is flimsy and probably won't hold up forever, but is surprisingly comfortable-- the belt clip is sized so that you can adjust it (within reason) to whatever angle feels best. At about $20 apiece, I can buy a new one every year or two.
I've tried a stiff leather Don Hume IWB holster and even a softer suede Bianchi, but they were both uncomfortable when worn at the appendix position.

 

[Model 19 6"]

Could someone tell us the name or websites for these holsters? Jerry

 

[Steely Dan]

If memory serves me correctly, Glocks, Kimber, and a S&W Sigma as I recall. One fatality was with the Glock®s IIRC. (Please note I am NOT a Glock hater.) As to what made them go off I don't know. I do know some of the AD/ND were due to NOT USING a proper holster.

If I'm reading your examples of the pistol descriptions correctly, all accidental discharges came from semi-auto's, no revolvers, correct?

Interesting.

 

[Sayoc01]

My carry varies with 3 guns...a Kimber Pro carry ,a H&K P7& a S&W Jframe.I've heard stories before about how dangerous it is to
carry cocked & locked....I carry in the Appendex position & don't worry at all.I've tried (EMT of course) to make the hammer drop when it's cocked & lockedf....the hammer doesn't drop.I would like to see how someone can bypass all the safety features & make it fire!All I'm saying is out all the people i know that carry C&L for yrs.NEVER had one discharge or knew "personally"anyone that had it happen to.
Jim

 

[aguablanco]

I am 5-8 160# and about the only way to be totally discreet is with an appendix carry Ruger LCP. I use the Clip Draw and IWB it. Since the Ruger is well melted it is very comfortable for all day carry. And since there is no holster, there is literally no print of any kind. Living in AZ it can be difficult to wear the type of clothing for concealment as deep as I like it and this set up works very well. I have never felt unsafe or at risk of self inflicted injury.
RichH

 

[SOUTHPAW]

Appendix Carry

Yes I do....Carry Appendix!!!!!! Between 11-12 o'clock

Revolver (J-Frame)......High Noon "Mr.Softy"
Revolver (K-Frame).....Kramer

Auto (Glock)...........Dale Fricke "Archangel"

 

[Hapworth]

Muzzle ---> balls = no.

 

[Deputy25]

Appendix carry is as safe as any other method of carry with a proper holster. I do not know why people are so scared of it.

I witnessed a fatality from an ND by a gentleman who was carrying appendix IWB. The round lacerated the femoral artery. There were medical personnel present, and treatment began immediately. The wound was high enough on the leg that a tourniquet was ineffective. The patient was airlifted to a trauma center within minutes, he expired enroute. I have no idea what his experience level was, the weapon was a Glock 19.

 

[JFootin]

Seems like every time I hear about a ND, it is with a Glock.

 

[Hapworth]

Seems like every time I hear about a ND, it is with a Glock.

Selective hearing?