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IWB
That's what I have done for the last 13 years. Harley Davidson denim vest or untucked shirt. Reloads in the vest pockets. If I'm with a untucked shirt I use the DeSaints Second Six Speedloader holders. Tuff strips work good for the pockets also. I really like the DeSaints speedloader holder. Need to use HKS loaders. Truth be told I carry two reloads on the belt and two reloads in the pocket.
If your a bottom feeder (auto) magazine pouches are not a problem.
You need to carry the weapon in a holster. Even if it's a small weapon carried in the pocket; put it in a pocket holster.
I'm a big fan of the Kramer holsters.
That's what I have done for the last 13 years. Harley Davidson denim vest or untucked shirt. Reloads in the vest pockets. If I'm with a untucked shirt I use the DeSaints Second Six Speedloader holders. Tuff strips work good for the pockets also. I really like the DeSaints speedloader holder. Need to use HKS loaders. Truth be told I carry two reloads on the belt and two reloads in the pocket.
If your a bottom feeder (auto) magazine pouches are not a problem.
You need to carry the weapon in a holster. Even if it's a small weapon carried in the pocket; put it in a pocket holster.
I'm a big fan of the Kramer holsters.
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BigBill
Absent Comrade
I carried a redhawk 5 1/2" 44mag shoulder holstered in the summertime with a dress shirt out of my pants covering it with my leather jacket over it. In the fall and winter the 7 1/2" redhawk got it's turn for some fresh air. I use the bianche lined shoulder holster.
I was getting gas one night when a car pulled up with some middle aged dudes that were drinking. One of them said he was going to slap me and take my bike. Inside I was saying you feel froggy just leap fool. He never made a move. The booze was talking.
I was getting gas one night when a car pulled up with some middle aged dudes that were drinking. One of them said he was going to slap me and take my bike. Inside I was saying you feel froggy just leap fool. He never made a move. The booze was talking.
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silentflyer
Member
I warm weather carry a Ruger 9mm LCP in my inside vest pocket and a 2nd clip in the other inside pocket. It's the only gun I own with less than a 4" barrel. Colder weather a 19 in a shoulder holster.
USMCshooter
Member
Been IWB for me for some time. Rethinking shoulder holster now.
I always have a Body Guard in the rear hip pocket and sometimes IWB with either a HK P2000 or Kimber Pro carry. But I just got a shoulder holster so I may try that.
It might be time for a different vest. Or a smaller firearm. What are you carrying?
I had the inside pocket on one of my jackets redone with a leather lining, with enough room for a real gun. Look for someone local to you that can sew leather, preferably someone who has experience with biker gear.
But, a shoulder holster under a shirt will let you keep your gun at hand, and on you, should you want to stop and take off the jacket. That's usually how it works for me these days.
But, a shoulder holster under a shirt will let you keep your gun at hand, and on you, should you want to stop and take off the jacket. That's usually how it works for me these days.
KLYDE
Member
When out on the Harley I use a fanny pac designed for carry. It has a quick rip Velcro opening and a small holster attached inside. Works perfect with a smaller gun such as a J frame or my SP101. No worries secure, no worries about accidental displaying, such as a coat riding up over a OWB holster and immediately accessible if needed. My riding buddies always rag me about the manly thing. I just look at them and smile.
As mentioned above a tank bag is also an option. I have a small magnetic bag I use when on my big Summer trips. I'll pack a larger gun in that but you have to remember to always take it with you when you get off the bike.
As mentioned above a tank bag is also an option. I have a small magnetic bag I use when on my big Summer trips. I'll pack a larger gun in that but you have to remember to always take it with you when you get off the bike.
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My first thought exactly. Ah, if only fanny packs would come back in style.
Sorry, I got nothing productive to add.I swear, I was composing while KLYDE was and did not see that post.
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MichiganScott
Member
I'm an "all the gear all the time" (ATGATT) rider, or at least was until my health forced me to sell my bike. I always carried in a tank bag.
The last thing I wanted was a hunk of non-compressible metal on my body if I went down. It was easy enough to drop the jacket on the tank when getting off the bike and moving the pistol into one of the pockets before picking everything up and going inside.
The last thing I wanted was a hunk of non-compressible metal on my body if I went down. It was easy enough to drop the jacket on the tank when getting off the bike and moving the pistol into one of the pockets before picking everything up and going inside.
I've got options for carrying, J-Frame, Colt Gov't 380, 1911 Commander, 1911 full size, 1851 Colt Navy.
I did some experimenting last night and buttoned up, my vest will cover the J-Frame in an El Paso Saddlery Combat Express. I expect the Gov't 380 would work this way too with the right holster.
The more I think about this the more I want a thumb break whether IWB or OWB, between the vibration and rough roads there's probably a pretty good chance of losing it. I also like the idea of a shoulder holster and would like to try a vertical rig.
Here's my ride, not a very good pic but you get the idea.
I did some experimenting last night and buttoned up, my vest will cover the J-Frame in an El Paso Saddlery Combat Express. I expect the Gov't 380 would work this way too with the right holster.
The more I think about this the more I want a thumb break whether IWB or OWB, between the vibration and rough roads there's probably a pretty good chance of losing it. I also like the idea of a shoulder holster and would like to try a vertical rig.
Here's my ride, not a very good pic but you get the idea.
Maddog 521
Member
Inside pocket of a Levi jacket with an IWB holster has worked for me for many years.
indie_rocker
US Veteran
Shoulder holster unless I'm riding sans jacket, then it's IWB, strong side.
vito
US Veteran
I ride and it depends on what I am wearing as to how I carry. In warm weather I often ride with just a t-shirt as outerwear. Yes, I know that this is not the safest attire but I ride for pleasure and nothing is as good as the feeling of riding with a warm breeze on your skin. I prefer OWB normally, but the wind would push my shirt up and expose my gun, so when dressed like that I pocket carry (with a DeSantis, Remora, or Uncle Mike pocket holster depending on the gun). If I do wear a jacket that I carry OWB.
I used to use a tank bag, and keeping a firearm there is not a bad idea if you always take the bag with you when off the bike (moving it from the bag to a pocket is too awkward and exposed for my liking). But carrying a tank bag has all the problems associated with women carrying a purse, i.e., having it snatched from the chair in the restaurant, forgetting it in the restroom, etc. Pocket carry, even if that means carrying only my Ruger LCP 380 auto, is the safest and most concealable.
I used to use a tank bag, and keeping a firearm there is not a bad idea if you always take the bag with you when off the bike (moving it from the bag to a pocket is too awkward and exposed for my liking). But carrying a tank bag has all the problems associated with women carrying a purse, i.e., having it snatched from the chair in the restaurant, forgetting it in the restroom, etc. Pocket carry, even if that means carrying only my Ruger LCP 380 auto, is the safest and most concealable.
okiegtrider
Member
I often carry a 342pd in an inside pocket of my riding jacket. It's so light I sometimes forget its there. I'm very fond of that little gun.
ColbyBruce
Member
My brother rides a Harley and a Yamaha crotch rocket. I bought him a 5.11 brand T shirt with built in shoulder holsters under each arm. He initially thought it was a joke, but after using it a few times he loves it.
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