Concealed Carry with an N-Frame?

[williamlayton]

Those are some nice rigs. I like the stuff from Red River, it has real flavor. I didn't know about them.
Rudy, down at Black Hills in Larado works on good reputation and is a guy that aims to please. I like his stuff. For the money Ross is hard to beat.
Good, wide straps are the key--most anybody can do a decent scabbard---good'uns are a different story.
El Paso, since the old man died, has changed. Can't get 'em to build what they don't have a jig for, anymore.
Blessings

 

[MTKTM]

While I do not CCW the 629PC (2 5/8") often, or any other N-frame for that matter, I have done so in the Simply Rugged pancake holster on a handful of occasions.



I have also carried a 327PC on many occasions in a fanny pack, primarily while bicycling.

 

[kennyb]

Greetings, All,

I've been wondering if anyone gets their concealed carry license, and uses an N-Frame Smith as their carry piece? I've been thinking about trying my M657 3" .41 Mag, and have a nice Kramer IWB holster for it, but have yet to do more than carry around the house, just to see how I like it.

Do any of you CCW Guys and Gals carry a large, short-barreled Smith, like my Lew Horton 657? I'd love to hear what you think about doing that, What holster you use, and how it's worked out for you! Thanks, very much, and God Bless!

Every Good Wish,
Doc

as i type this ...i have on the 3"M657 in an ankle holster..holster is by wolverine...i have carried it this way for a long time...

 

[Switch Hunter]

Iggy Who Makes That Rig?

I have to know.

Sorry I should have read all the post first. Got the information thanks.

 

[DRYHEAT]

I have been using an ElPaso 1942 S.H. for my 3.5" M27-2s.

 

[WHS 5906]

I carry a 29 10 5/8" IWB at the one oclock position. This can be a problem because women get the wrong idea.

 

[Bottom_Gun]

I have carried my 3" Lew Horton 629 in a Don Hume scabbard when it's cool enough to wear a jacket and it carries well.
This time of the year, however, I lean toward carrying my Ultra Carry 1911 since it's easier to conceal under a shirt than the N frame.

 

[toasted]

I carried

my 3 1/2" model 27 that I round butted and made a set of grips for. I carried it in a Safariland upside down shoulder holster and it hid very well under a coat, vest or a shirt worn tails out. Sure wish that holster was still in production.

 

[XTrooper]

I carry my PC 627 UDR in a Lobo Enhanced Pancake belt holster easily concealed under a Cabela's Safari vest.

Iggy: Love that Western rig, partner.

 

[ScottJ]

For about a year and a half I carried the 629 Classic I'm holding in this pic every day. Carried it holsterless, butt-forward (reverse Mexican is the politically incorrect term).

I used a Bianchi B10 belt to hold it up. After a few months I started tucking a flat piece of leather between me and the gun to prevent it rubbing me as much and protect it from my sweat (stainless can rust with exposure to enough salt water).

I worked out a draw I could do without sweeping myself. Draw, twist then start forward and up with the gun.

 

[Doc Mark]

Good Evening, Gentlemen,

First and foremost, MANY thanks for all the outstanding replies to this question!! Much appreciate and very much enjoyed! Lots of great info and suggestions to consider.

Terry, I think you must be a rather large person in order to wear a 657 in an ANKLE holster, Sir!!! Goodness gracious, and holy moly!!! The weight on my ankle, alone, would give me pause to reconsider this form of carry! But, hey, that's just me, and if that works well for you, and is comfortable, that's all that counts. I'd LOVE to see a photo of your setup, being worn, pant leg pulled up to show it, if you don't mind sharing with us.

Thanks, again, to every one, and I'll let you know how all this turns out. I've been playing around with other combinations, and other firearms, as this undertaking is worthy of serious consideration, and wise decisions being made! Take care, and God Bless!

Every Good Wish,
Doc

 

[xrmattaz]

4" 329PD daily in a Tucker HF-3 holster, on a thick Tucker belt.

Holster holds the grip nice and snug to my body, easily concealed under an untucked button up print shirt, or a large dark colored Tshirt.

That thick Tucker belt is OVERKILL for a 26oz. revolver, but I like it.

 

[Doc Mark]

I actually have carried a 3" M29 in a Belly Band under a tucked in shirt in total comfort, and it was completely concealed. The shirt has to be "bloused" a bit, it can't be tight. Just grab a hunk of the shirt in a "Hackathorn rip", untuck it and draw. It doesn't look like it should work, but it really does.
Jim

Morning, Jim,

I'm intrigued by your having done this, and would very much appreciate your sharing a bit more about it. For me, my carry weapons must be 24/7 tools, and it would be hard to choose one that could only be worn underneath a garment, be it shirt, jacket, or sweater. Back when I was a RSO at our shooting range, I sometimes wore a Bianchi Belly Band underneath a tucked-in, bloused (as you so rightly said) shirt, and found it comfortable, easy to access, and undetectable, if I did it correctly. I carried several firearms in it, during those days, sometimes a Colt Lightweight Officer's .45 ACP, sometimes a Sig P230SL, or a Walther PPK/S, or sometimes a Ruger Speed Six, or a Smith Model 60. All of them worked very well in that carry method, but I never gave thought to trying an N-frame Smith. Which belly band did you use, and did you have to modify it to make it work for you, comfortably? If you have any photos of that setup, I'd love to see them, please. Thanks for any additional info you can send my way on this. Take care, and God Bless!

Every Good Wish,
Doc

 

[71vette]

I have a Simply Rugged pancake for my 3" 629. My 3-1/2" 27 fits as well. I carry either piece from time to time under an un-tucked shirt. Heavier on the belt than my 2.5" 66's, but totally do-able. After picking up a 624 4" I'm on the prowl for a 3" 624 or 24 to save a little weight off of the 629......

 

[KSCowboy]

Carry my 24-3 3 incher in one of Dave Keith's rigs quite often. He does mighty fine work. Having him make one for my 19 2.5 incher now.

 

[ibewbull]

I have a Simply Rugged pancake for my 3" 629. My 3-1/2" 27 fits as well. I carry either piece from time to time under an un-tucked shirt. Heavier on the belt than my 2.5" 66's, but totally do-able. After picking up a 624 4" I'm on the prowl for a 3" 624 or 24 to save a little weight off of the 629......

I have noticed Rob SR Holsters has about 1/2 inch of extra on his pancakes.
So my thought is a 3 1/2" for my 27 will fit my 28-2 also.
So I should get off here and order it.
I don't like packing a heavy gun in any other holster but the sourdough. It lessens the bounce. Helping keep the britches up.

 

[DR505]

Zombie thread!

This same thread has been posted more recently in the Concealed Carry forum...look there for more info.

 

[ranger7]

Carry a 627 UDR occasionally and most of the time a 327 2", both in a Lobo IWB.

 

[Watchdog]

I've got this rig on as I sit here and type. Model 27 3 1/2" under an untucked shirt.

That's a beautiful rig. And what kind of spurs are those? Wouldn't happen to be a pair of Crocketts would they?

 

[Iggy]

crocketts

Yup, Crocketts from back in the 40s.
Those were my Dad's, in addition, both Itchy and I have pairs of our own.