Daily Carry. What Works for You?

[WC145]

 

[BAM-BAM]

What speed loader holder is that?

Looks like a Safariland ....... "Split 6" or a split 5 for J-frames LOL

Next to a Jacket pocket they work pretty well ....... I've got several K/L and J frame sizes.

 

[Arik]

Glock 19 Galco King Tuck IWB holster

 

[OLDSTER]

EDC

 

[Old cop]

I have medical problems that preclude OWB or IWB carry of anything. My 442 (or Model 38) is pocket carried w/a speed strip, both loaded w/the FBI +P round. The only other stuff I tote is a cell phone, small pocket knife, wallet and keys. The M&P .380 picks up duties when I am wearing dress slacks or a suit and tie.

 

[Jim1392]

640 Pro in Remora IWB holster. Usually at least one or two speed strips.

 

[old bear]

For general out and about time, I carry my M 640-1, loaded with Underwood brand 158Gr 38 special P+ ammo, one speed strip, and a Benchmade mini griptillian. I generally carry IBW or inverted shoulder holster.

 

[JayAychOh]

Today it's a Sig 226 navy model in a cheap Uncle Mike's IWB holster, one spare mag, and a Buck Vantage Force lockblade, two iPhones, wallet, and two rings of keys.

 

[.455Eley]

I carry a 3" SB Model 36 with BB 158gr LSWCHP+P right now in my left front pocket. Also keys, wallet, a camp king pocket knife, assorted change, a small flashlight, a Spyderco Endura and two speed loaders. And my lucky silver piece in my watch pocket.

 

[Fastbolt]

I spent my fair share of years wearing heavy leather gun belts on-duty, and then IWB & OWB holsters ... and magazine carriers ... on my own time. I came to dislike the thought of carrying a L/N frame revolver (or a Ruger Redhawk) IWB.

Over time I developed a sensitivity to pressure against my hips and glutes where the various uniform & civie belts rode, as well as the holsters & mag carriers. Not an uncommon complaint to hear voiced among cops who have worn gun belts for enough years.

I've even had to change the way some of my jeans, and regular belts, sit on my hips when I'm not wearing a holstered handgun. Anything pressing against those well-worn & abused spots on either iliac crest can risk causing discomfort and pain to radiate down the thigh to a knee.

Appendix-carry? Tried that before it was being promoted as "new" and "tactical" on internet gun forums. I dislike having something snugged deep into the inguinal area of my anatomy, especially when crouching, bending and sitting.

Shoulder holsters? Never cared for them. Tried a BUNCH of them over the years. Different issues with different designs, but mostly I just don't like having a handgun dangling underneath an arm, or having to draw and present from one. (Weapon retention can sometimes become an interesting exercise, too.)


Small of Back holsters? No. Hell no. (A thin, leather single cuff case on the back of a duty belt once broke me of that habit.)

Ankle holsters. Maybe while seated behind the wheel (easy to unobtrusively reach, depending on the person and seating, of course), but not something I desire for other circumstances. Easily seen with different pant leg hems shifting and leg movement (crossing legs is a hard habit for some folks to break). Puts the weapon closest to puddled water, wind blown dirt, sand, etc, which can create more potential for "environmental contamination". Also complicates the drawing/presentation process ... and puts the gun about as far from the owner's hands as it's possible to get on the body. Can also put it more easily within reach of an attacker during kicking and any "ground fighting" situations. Can cause some lop-sideness during walking, too.

So ...

Nowadays, I prefer to carry retirement weapons which can be pocket-holstered. Sure, I can still occasionally slip on a nicely made & balanced belt scabbard or paddle, and some of the lighter OWB mag carriers can be tolerated for while, but pocket-holstered is more comfortable.

Thus, unless I'm wearing a heavier jacket which can support a pocket-holstered subcompact Glock or similarly small & light S&W (CS9 or SW999c, for example), my daily pocket holster choices are usually one or another of my J-frames, or one of my LCP's.

I save my breaking out the bigger guns and belt holsters for those days when I feel there's really a potential for an elevated risk, or I just feel like it ... or when I'm working as a firearms instructor.

FWIW, I have to spend more time thinking about how I can prioritize and carry the other **** that needs to go along ... and which will probably be of much more frequent use and utility. 2 wallets (ID/badge & the other one); 1-3 pocket knives; small light; cellphone ... cigar cutter or punch & torch for the days I'm going to the club ... and the things I like to have along when taking the grand daughter out for an adventure.

Fortunately, the CA central coastal & mountain area where we moved a couple years ago makes cargo-type pants & shorts seem pretty normal, and even ubiquitous. Gives me more pockets and options.

 

[Whitwabit]

Beretta PX4 9mm leather holster at 3, or IWB at 1, 15rd mag at 9 with survival knife on a clip right behind the mag, cell phone, aluminum cane I can manipulate with either hand.

Don't leave home with out it !!

 

[Golddog]

CZ Rami 9mm

Occasionally carried various J frames, but usually toted a snub 66 - either a 2 1/2" or a 3". Then a decade or so ago I got a 9mm CZ Rami and have carried it ever since, usually in a Kydex and leather IWB or an all-Kydex IWB.
The Rami is a bit heavy and fat when you first try it, but it rides very comfortably hidden on my skinny frame.

 

[Rintimtin]

This works for me for now.

Wallet, M&P 40c in a Don Hume Holster.
Casio twin sensor watch, Hanky
Spyderco Endura 4, Fisher Bullet Pen, Streamlight Micro Stream
Mini Bic, and Chapstick
Samsung Galaxy S3

 

[Philadelphia Patriot]

I'm a fan of carry the biggest gun you comfortably can.

My typical EDC consists of:

1) Glock 30S (10+1 of .45acp), warren tactical all black rear sights, tritium front sight, pearce magazine pad, 3 lbs trigger (I'm more accurate with a lighter pull, but the pull length didn't change)
2) Wallet
3) Phone
4) Knife - either Victorinox (Swiss Army) Fieldmaster or Ontario Rat Model 2
5) Asthma/allergy inhaler
6) Chapstick
7) Truck/house keys
8) Flashlight - Olight S-15 Baton, I sometimes carry a flashlight and when I do, it's that.

I also always wear a camo hat, unless I am at work. Also I am probably going to switch out my Glock 30S with my Sig P320 Carry (17+1 of 9mm) from time to time.

 

[Rick_A]

Usually these guys
20150212_133735_LLS by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr

In these things
20150212_133937 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr

The Airweight is a backup with one of any of the others in the waistband.

 

[Rick_A]

Pointy things

For pointy things it's these.
20130927_115944_Richtone(HDR) by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr
The belt knife goes where firearms are prohibited. One of any of the others will be in the pocket, though it's usually the AFCK. The Beretta comes along if I'm going for a swim as it is very corrosion resistant.

 

[rock_castle]

After much trial and error with various guns, holsters, and carry locations, I have settled on a J Frame in my right front pocket loaded with 135gr +p Gold Dots. I also carry a speed strip. Easy to carry and capable of doing what I need it to do. I am odd too, because I really enjoy shooting that little gun.

 

[Double-O-Dave]

Here's my EDC: DeSantis Nemesis holsters (right) Model 638-1, (left) Model 38-0. Speed strip in a small belt pouch, small auto-opening pocket knife - naturally, a S&W - along with a small Streamlight flashlight and ink pen. Both revolvers are equipped with Crimson Trace LG-405 laser grips

Regards,

Dave

 

[amcline82]

First post here thought I would introduce myself and share my edc. It's not my first choice by any means but its what I have for now. A Taurus pt 111 pro with a Blackhawk #3 holster. And a Smith and Wesson extreme ops knife. I will be getting a shield 40 here in a few months though.

 

[JFA]

A while back I wrote and article on why I carry lightweight.

Why My Carry Setup is Lightweight

I am interested as to what others carry daily. Always interested in new things to try based upon other's setups.

I have been fine tuning my setup constantly to find the best balance of weight and utility.

As of right now here is what works for me:

Colt Cobra with a tyler T and 6 rounds of hand loaded 135gr Speer GD Short Barrel 38+P ( on the light end of +P) and either a speed strip or hks speeloader.

I alternate with a Beretta Nano, Ruger LCR 357, and Keltec P3AT depending on where I am going.

Yeah I know, no J-Frames for day to day ..... I am a sinner. but as I mentioned before I am here on the forum for the K frames

Rides in either a galco stow and go or a sideguard quick snap. The Galco rides low for deeper conceal. The sideguard rides high for quick access.

Here is the difference: (Galco then Sideguard)

Knife:

Work is the Original Leatherman Wave
Outside of work is the Case Jr. Scout

I found that the leatherman skeletool just wasn't enough for day to day jobs at work and was more than enough for outside of work so I rotate between the case jr scout and leatherman wave.

The wave is an original wave without the bit set, and it is tough enough to get me through my work day. The skeletool has weak pliers that broke and had to go back, it is just a light duty knife.

The Case Jr Scout has everything I need outside of work. A sharp blade, an awl for dirty work, bottle opener, can opener, screwdriver. It is a high quality, american made, lightweight miniaturized version of the camilius I had as a kid ( and wish I still had). It is all I need when hiking, camping, or just bouncing around.

I am just not into tactical folders, knives are tools for me. These two knives do the job for me.

Light: Maratac AAA . Small as a chapstick container, one common battery, long life, and takes up little pocket real estate. Strong enough for day to day jobs and bright enough for night work. Yes, not an instant on push button tactical light, but I am not clearing rooms or chasing perps.

Wallet: Carhartt front pocket wallet. I have a new Kings ranch wallet I got for christmas but the carhartt just wont fall apart. I bought it back in July of 2011. I highly recommend it.

Everything I have on my outside of keys and phone weighs less than 2 lbs.

Just wanted to share and see what others are carrying. I love photos of gear!

For you tinfoil types, you can skip the firearm so the black helis won't come take it one day and just share what works for you as far as day to day gear.

Love the ease of carrying my Bodyguard 38 w built in laser in a Desantis pocket holster. In some cold jacket weather here in Ohio, my SIG P320 in full size 40 cal is reassuring....in the winter jacket pocket or my Glock 21SF 45 Acp