Daily Carry. What Works for You?

[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

 

[AnthemBassMan]

I carry my SD40VE loaded with 14+1 rds of Hornady XTP 180gr in a Raw Dog IWB holster, my Kershaw Cryo clipped in my right front pocket, and my cell phone. Oh yeah. And a tube of Chapstick.

L8R,
Matt

 

[shouldazagged]

Dashless 640 in strong side front pocket, in a DeSantis Nemesis or Uncle Mike's #3 holster depending on pocket du jour. Spyderco Endura (mostly) or SOG Flash II clipped in hip pocket. Victorinox Super Tinker in weak side front pocket.

 

[JoeM19]

My EDC....

Nice guys. I see a bunch of wheelies I'd love to have. Here is my EDC. The pic speaks for itself, except that the action and trigger was worked by Sandy Garrett @ Northern Virginia Gun Works. He also did the action on my Model 19 2.5". - 'old joe

 

[7kings]

Glock 19 in a Panther Concealment F-Type IWB
Spyderco Tenacious
Gerber Dime multi-tool
Casio G-Shock
ThruNite Ti3 light (tiny, bright, and uses a AAA battery)
Paracord bracelet
Maxpedition Gear Micro wallet

Oh, and an iPhone 5s, which you can't see, since it's taking the pic...

 

[eb07]

Great. Loving the gear photos. Always looking to test out new gear, keep em coming.

 

[deadear dan]

For me M&P 340 is tops on my wish list for every day pocket carry - I'm saving my nickels. Self defense with just me should be taken care of within 5 shots with getting my rear out of a lethal situation. However if I have my wife and daughter with me the option to run is not there, so with this scenario I now carry a 40 cal Glock 27 and a spare mag.

 

[Shorty 45 MK2]

Don't have any photos of all the stuff I tend to carry everyday.

Always: Wallet, keys, handkerchief, flip phone, Streamlight Pro Tac HL, Spiderco Native, 642-2 in a Galco pocket holster and a speed strip.

642-2. (Has Uncle Mike boot grips now.)


Normally as well: 4516-2 IWB with two 7rd magazines OWB or 2" 64-6 AIWB with two speedloaders and a extra speed strip.

4516-2.


64-6.

 

[BCDWYO]

I'll admit I switch it up depending on attire and a number of other factors, but one of my most frequent set-ups is this Sig P229 in a FIST IWB leather/kydex hybrid holster:

 

[SWIll]

A 638 in the pocket or aiwb. Works for me. Lately been trying out a SIG Sauer p245. On a .45 acp thing right now.

 

[Muss Muggins]

I decided a long, long time ago that my use of a defensive CC handgun was a last ditch, fighting on the ground, belly gun. I have preplanned and resolved any other issue associated with a private citizen CC situation. I'm not preventing a robbery of the Quik Trip, not stopping a carjacking, and not keeping a bank robber from stealing the bank's money, unless I or my family member is the victim. I am sorry if your loved one gets killed, but protecting them is not my job. I am confident that I can deal with any problem that may present itself in my chosen scenarios with a NAA .22 WMR, a Kel Tec P32, or a Kel Tec P3AT, along with a Benchmade automatic knife and a fairly vicious left elbow to the throat. Any of those guns or techniques can be used to resolve the issue, or help me fight my way to the big gun in my car or other area. I cannot envision a scenario, and there is not one to point to, where an innocent CCW holder/bystander had to reload and continue the fight. Don't resurrect the attic shooting, which is the only one known to man, and not applicable to me. If I'm at home, like that nice lady was, cover your ears and duck.

 

[vito]

Interesting how many of us have gravitated to the same guns. And no surprise, this being a S&W forum, many carry the 642 or a variant of that gun, as their primary carry gun (mine has CT laser grips and is usually carried in my right front pocket in a Remora holster). My other carry guns are also the same as many others have named here, primarily an LCP if I really want to go light weight, or an LC9s if, for whatever reason, I just want a bit more capacity (7+1) since I rarely carry a speed strip, speedloader or second magazine.

 

[nodpete]

My carry is a Kel-Tec P11 in an Aliengear Tuck 2.0 IWB holster, very comfortable. My occasional carry is a S&W model 37 airwieght in a modified Uncle Mike's holster, also very comfortable.

 

[getoff]

my edc these days is a Springfield TRP, with 2 Mc Cormac 10 rounders for re-load work. i also tote an Esee Izula 2 fixed blade, and a Spyderco with the wave technology folder. often my LCP or my 442-2 ride in a front pocket with 1 re-load for either. i carry the TRP IWB in a VMII from Milt Sparks. mags ride in Safariland clip on holders. i wear Wilderness Express instructor type belts. a Streamlight lil light in a pocket at night. yes its alot to lug around, but in south FLA its getting pretty dangerous. i have kiddies and a wife to protect, and i will do so if needed. i like to think i'm prepared more than paranoid...

 

[deadear dan]

Well said. Some folks will look for an excuse to use their weapon. I will not protect a bank's money, but if the bg holds a gun to someone's head I will put mine on the line.

 

[DevilDog72]

depends.....

It depends on what I am doing, besides a wallet and keys, it is normally a 642 for around the house or a quick trip to the local " git-n-split", to my normal EDC, Mdl 19-4 to the last of my bottom feeders.... my 1911 for when I think the most power might be needed.... or because I want to...

 

[DevilDog72]

sorry about how the pic's aligned..... how can my pics be right side up on my computer and sideways when I attach them?....... oh well ya'll get the drift.

 

[ContinentalOp]

Off topic, but I have to say I am amazed at how nice everybody's 642s look compared to mine. I must be doing something wrong.

 

[Shorty 45 MK2]

Off topic, but I have to say I am amazed at how nice everybody's 642s look compared to mine. I must be doing something wrong.

If it's from use your doing just right!

Mine is an old photo, it's flaking a good bit on the right side and backstrap.

 

[Lightfoot4]

I alternate between a S&W CS9 (with Big Dog grips) and a S&W 5906. Each has its own IWB holster from High Noon Holsters.

 

[JohnPaul]

Only S&W handgun I have is a governor, and although I can actually conceal it, its just to flippin heavy to pack around after 10 hours etc. I carry glocks with the hidden hybrid holsters.