Inside Car Holster ideas?
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Dandecoteau
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You don't have a good holster belt combo if you think it's stabbing you in the back.
JAMMAN
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I bought a kydex IWB holster from evnash on this forum, and are going to use it in my truck. I already have 2 holes drilled for mounting it to the left of the ash tray in my dodge 1500 and only need the right length screws which I will order tomorrow since I didn't work today. I put the gun in the holster and held it as if I were drawing, and found the most comfortable spot in the truck then drilled holes.
It does fit real nice nested to the right of the transfer case shifter but hard to access if the drink holder is down. Plus if you go off road you don't want anything bashing you in the head bouncing around inside.
If that works out I'm getting another from him and putting it in my fusion, there is an equally good spot on the left of the console.
I'll post a pic when I get it in place.
It does fit real nice nested to the right of the transfer case shifter but hard to access if the drink holder is down. Plus if you go off road you don't want anything bashing you in the head bouncing around inside.
If that works out I'm getting another from him and putting it in my fusion, there is an equally good spot on the left of the console.
I'll post a pic when I get it in place.
Magload
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There is a real neat one that straps to the dash under the steering column. I am not sure of the name but a google search should find it.
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PROnSHIELD
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Horn
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Sticky Offers One
I bought one and have it attached to the side board on my bed.
If you purchase one of those flat base velcro things for attaching the holster the envelope has several. You can then use the car
holster in several different places.
There's a however here. The car holster is used to hold any of their regular sticky holsters. So you need to buy a regular sticky too. That said, the sticky holsters are inexpensive.
G'luck in your search.
Go to Sticky's web site. They have an interesting car holster.
I bought one and have it attached to the side board on my bed.
If you purchase one of those flat base velcro things for attaching the holster the envelope has several. You can then use the car
holster in several different places.
There's a however here. The car holster is used to hold any of their regular sticky holsters. So you need to buy a regular sticky too. That said, the sticky holsters are inexpensive.
G'luck in your search.
suckersrus
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I purchased several round magnets from Harbor Freight Tools. They were designed to mount to a wall to hold tools.
I screw them inside the door of my gun safe and they work great for loaded magazines and knives, even handguns.
I also mounted one on the left inside wall of the console in my car.
Now, when I slide back the console cover, Aha! There is my Glock 19, always in the same place, always butt up!
My Glock 29 stays on my hip at all times.
I screw them inside the door of my gun safe and they work great for loaded magazines and knives, even handguns.
I also mounted one on the left inside wall of the console in my car.
Now, when I slide back the console cover, Aha! There is my Glock 19, always in the same place, always butt up!
My Glock 29 stays on my hip at all times.
MichiganScott
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Ross has a cross draw holster that keeps the pistol parallel to the belt.
M23 Open Bottom Crossdraw Driving Holster With Thumb Break - M23 - Field - Concealment Holsters
M23 Open Bottom Crossdraw Driving Holster With Thumb Break - M23 - Field - Concealment Holsters
five shot
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Just a thought, and this would be state specific.
When you remove the weapon from your person you are no longer "carrying concealed" and may not have the protection of those laws. Now you are a person with a gun in the vehicle and are you subject to a different set of laws pertaining to transporting a weapon?
If you are taking a road trip and crossing state lines it could be important.
Under the steering wheel or affixed to the dash are not legal in Florida unless the laws have recently been relaxed.
When you remove the weapon from your person you are no longer "carrying concealed" and may not have the protection of those laws. Now you are a person with a gun in the vehicle and are you subject to a different set of laws pertaining to transporting a weapon?
If you are taking a road trip and crossing state lines it could be important.
Under the steering wheel or affixed to the dash are not legal in Florida unless the laws have recently been relaxed.
On my last truck, I had a DeSantis Kingston. It was a strap that went around your seat cushion.
Currently looking for a solution for my new truck. I have a center console with map pockets, possibly may make something for it.
Regarding five shot's reply....he brings up a great point.
Check the laws in your state.
In MI, if you have a CPL and are traveling, you can have it in plain site, hidden, etc. Does not matter. You could put it on your dash.
However...if you get pulled over and it's spotted...well, you can imagine the tension level.
In Ohio, our southern neighbor, it has to be 100% concealed.
Knowing laws of touching states or those you intend to travel to is critical, IMO.
Currently looking for a solution for my new truck. I have a center console with map pockets, possibly may make something for it.
Regarding five shot's reply....he brings up a great point.
Check the laws in your state.
In MI, if you have a CPL and are traveling, you can have it in plain site, hidden, etc. Does not matter. You could put it on your dash.
However...if you get pulled over and it's spotted...well, you can imagine the tension level.
In Ohio, our southern neighbor, it has to be 100% concealed.
Knowing laws of touching states or those you intend to travel to is critical, IMO.
Shooting Padre
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My emergency brake lever is horizontal on the center console off set to one side. I purchase a "Cheap" ballistic nylon holster with a elastic belt loop, slid it over the brake lever and let it hang down the right side. Perfect position for fast access, and I lay a hat over it as to limit it being seen from outside the vehicle. Worked for me in this case. I own an GMC Envoy.
Ross3914
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Whatever you choose, get one with a retention strap, or some positive retention device (Serpa, etc).
In a crash, the gun will go flying out of the holster. Many people don't think just how many G's are exerted on an item in a car crash. Even a minor one as low as 35MPH will create enough G forces to dislodge a gun from some holster designs. Ever hit the brakes with a Big Mac, or bottle of water on the seat next to you?
This creates a "secondary missile hazard". The gun goes flying around in a crash, especially a rollover, and can easily kill an occupant.
Just as importantly, you won't be able to find the gun if you need it after a crash. Like, if you're forced off the road.
IIRC at least one of the FBI agents was disarmed this way in the Miami shootout. He put his gun under his thigh so it would be handy, and in the ensuing crash it flew out and was lost. He had to resort to a BUG.
For a car holster, go with positive retention.
In a crash, the gun will go flying out of the holster. Many people don't think just how many G's are exerted on an item in a car crash. Even a minor one as low as 35MPH will create enough G forces to dislodge a gun from some holster designs. Ever hit the brakes with a Big Mac, or bottle of water on the seat next to you?
This creates a "secondary missile hazard". The gun goes flying around in a crash, especially a rollover, and can easily kill an occupant.
Just as importantly, you won't be able to find the gun if you need it after a crash. Like, if you're forced off the road.
IIRC at least one of the FBI agents was disarmed this way in the Miami shootout. He put his gun under his thigh so it would be handy, and in the ensuing crash it flew out and was lost. He had to resort to a BUG.
For a car holster, go with positive retention.
Ranger514
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A paddle holster in a cross draw position fits my needs while driving. I like having a gun on my person at all times, rather than having it lying about or attached to the vehicle where it might not be within reach when needed.
five shot
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I agree with Ranger, I keep my gun on me 100% of the time. If your normal carry position is uncomfortable or the weapon is not readily available then change your carry position when you drive, which I do. I don't like having the weapon off my body.
Cross draw is excellent for driving.
Cross draw is excellent for driving.
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Holster for keeping a gun in a vehicle.
When you are looking for a place to secure a handgun in a vehicle be sure to position it so that its not visible from the outside. Theft from vehicles is one of the most frequent crimes reported to police, especially in eastern Pennsylvania. I always wear my gun in a belt holster. I do have a safe in my truck, that is hidden under the rear seat. Not fast to get to though.
When you are looking for a place to secure a handgun in a vehicle be sure to position it so that its not visible from the outside. Theft from vehicles is one of the most frequent crimes reported to police, especially in eastern Pennsylvania. I always wear my gun in a belt holster. I do have a safe in my truck, that is hidden under the rear seat. Not fast to get to though.
NCW Ray
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Mine is on me 100% of the time in the 3 - 3:30 position whether I'm in or out of the car. Police officers don't take their duty weapon out and put it somewhere in the car while on patrol...We had to learn how to draw while seated in a patrol car...On-body carry 100% of the time.
Also, if I'm driving for extended periods of time I take my wallet out of my back pocket and place it in a little cubby hole on the console...and you know what...I go off and forget it at times...don't want that happening with a pistol!
Also, if I'm driving for extended periods of time I take my wallet out of my back pocket and place it in a little cubby hole on the console...and you know what...I go off and forget it at times...don't want that happening with a pistol!
Before blaming the holster, consider the type of vehicle. My wife's vehicle has wider seats that don't have a ton of side bolstering, so I can carry at 4:00 in her vehicle very easily. My vehicle, however, has narrower seats with much thicker side bolstering, and I cannot carry comfortably in my car.
I do it anyway for shorter drives, but if I'm driving my car, I'm more likely to carry my pocket Kel-Tec than a gun on my belt.
kthom
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THIS is a quality holster in all respects. If you need your gun while in the car, it might also be necessary or desireable to get out quickly. With this holster, your gun can go with you where ever you need to go or move and still be accessible and secure, as well as concealable if you have your shirt tail covering it while inside the vehicle. I want my gun concealed at all times and it's presence not advertised.
The M-23 Ross holster is a quality made well designed piece of gear, and it's design allows it to be easily attached and removed (IF you wear a belt!) If you can't get your hand on your gun when you need it, it might as well be at home in the gun safe! I DO NOT like leaving any gun in the vehicle. It is necessary at times, but I don't like to do so. And the forces that come into play during a vehicle crash can result in many items leaving their "secure" place of storage. That's much less likely if your gun is carried inside the vehicle in the Ross Holster, with the added benefit of easy and immediate access if it's needed.
IWB holster with a clip and attached in the map pocket of the drivers side door. Accessible to you and not anyone else in the car. Not visible from outside the car in most cases. Remove and take with you, or put it in a lock box under the seat if/when you have to leave it in the car.
