catcus-jack
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I hear that argument all the time.Loose a few pounds and the weight of a n frame is immaterial.I also use a Kramer belt scabbard when I carry my 4"629 Mountain Gun.By the way I need to loose about 30 lbs!!
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I hear that argument all the time.Loose a few pounds and the weight of a n frame is immaterial.I also use a Kramer belt scabbard when I carry my 4"629 Mountain Gun.By the way I need to loose about 30 lbs!!
rrobertson
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It amuses me when people say this. The 4in model 629 weighs less then my TRP going by the unloaded weight of both of them. I have a serious back and leg injury thanks to OIF and have absolutely no problems IWBing it in a VMII. To be completely honest with a quality belt, I use either my A&G or the Beltman, I cannot even feel the weight and dont have to cinch it up tight either. Its just amazing how people complain about the weight but with quality equipment, key word being quality, it isnt an issue.
Also the weight of 6-300gr 44mag rounds is roughly the same if not less then 9-230gr 45acp +P rounds. Also IWBing a revolver, again in quality equipment, has less "felt"ish weight then a comparable pistol. Reason being the weight of the ammo in a revolver is obv at the waist line whereas the weight of the majority of ammo in a pistol is in the grip which is above the waist line. Granted this feeling will be minimal but still enough to be noted.
I do understand that some people go by the experience they have with a "designer"/dress belt and a low/mid quality holster and complain about the weight/rocking/sagging. For each firearm in my carry rotation my belt/holster/magazine,speedstrip,speedloader holder price is around $300. I understand that it is a chunk of change but seriously for carrying IWB/OWB what have you, quality equipment makes a huge difference.
photoman
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I've carried 1911's, 5" 625's and a host of other heavy guns and I use quality equipment. Due to medical conditions, I just can't do it for more than a week or so. I'm glad you guys can carry heavy guns. That's truly a good thing.
Welcome to the Forum rrobertson.
Welcome to the Forum rrobertson.
StatesRightist
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I've carried 1911's, 5" 625's and a host of other heavy guns and I use quality equipment. Due to medical conditions, I just can't do it for more than a week or so. I'm glad you guys can carry heavy guns. That's truly a good thing.
Welcome to the Forum rrobertson.
I'm sorry for your recent sickness Sir, I hope you are recovered and wish you well. I read your original post and compliment you on your changes. It shows a maturity I still struggle showing sometimes. Have a good night.
Unless you want to buy a new wardrobe of pants and belts I would do what I do when concealing my 329, I bought a Kramer horsehide outside the waistband holster. Then look like you are going on vacation with Hawanian shirts or a vest or jacket when it gets colder.
Another factor is how long will you be carrying? I always found a shoulder holster and a 29 was not comfortable after several hours, I have not tried my 329 in one for a long time because the Kramer works fine for me.
Another factor is how long will you be carrying? I always found a shoulder holster and a 29 was not comfortable after several hours, I have not tried my 329 in one for a long time because the Kramer works fine for me.
Hi:
In the past I CCW a M29 4". I used a good quality "Pancake" holster with a 1.75" thick leather belt at 4 O'clock position.
Another option is a 45 degree cross draw holster at 11 O'clock.
A good quality thick leather belt is a MUST!
I would suggest "N" magna grips with a Tyler Grip Adapter or cut down target style SMOOTH grips.
In the past I CCW a M29 4". I used a good quality "Pancake" holster with a 1.75" thick leather belt at 4 O'clock position.
Another option is a 45 degree cross draw holster at 11 O'clock.
A good quality thick leather belt is a MUST!
I would suggest "N" magna grips with a Tyler Grip Adapter or cut down target style SMOOTH grips.
august1410
Member
I carry a 5 inch 27-2 in a Triple K 420 "Secret Agent" holster. With a larger cut untucked polo, you can't even see it. A casual untucked sport shirt does well, too.
BlackSky
Member
I carry a 624 in a Lobo IWB with a Crossbreed 1.5" gunbelt. It rides at about 3:30-4 position quite comofrtably.
Here is another vote for a Simply Rugged pancake OWB on the strong side. You can also put it weak side for crossdraw if you wish. They make good leather, and you can get snap straps that allow you to carry IWB if you wish. It is a bit uncomfortable, though. Go with an untucked shirt and install small grips and no one will no notice.
notsofast
Member
"Carry" a Thompson and chances are the revolver won't be noticed
NFrameFred
Member
I was gonna say in a little red wagon covered by a Raggedy Ann doll, but have been some better suggestions, so I'll withdraw it.
I was going to say "in the glove box" . . .
I have used one of the cheap uncle Mikes IWB holsters to carry a .45 MTN gun in the 1-2o'clock position, it worked ok. I carry a full size 1911 in a Crossbreed supertuck and it carries very easy. I don't know if they are available for the N-frame, but it would be worth a try if it is.
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