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Kreyzhorse · November 11, 2012, 06:33 AM

All pockets are not created equal. Pocket size and overall fit of your pants (tight fit or loose fit) all play a roll in pocket carry.

Bottom line though, thinner guns work better and shorter guns work better for pocket carry. It is also very subjective. I don't even like carrying car keys in my pocket so I'm pretty hard on pocket carry. The only gun I truely consider a pocket gun is a Ruger LCP and similar type guns.

The best way is to fit a gun you like a simply put it in your pocket. Does it ride well? Is it concealed? Can you draw it quickly?

November 11, 2012, 06:33 AM	#18
Kreyzhorse Senior Member Join Date: April 12, 2006 Location: NKY Posts: 12,463	All pockets are not created equal. Pocket size and overall fit of your pants (tight fit or loose fit) all play a roll in pocket carry. Bottom line though, thinner guns work better and shorter guns work better for pocket carry. It is also very subjective. I don't even like carrying car keys in my pocket so I'm pretty hard on pocket carry. The only gun I truely consider a pocket gun is a Ruger LCP and similar type guns. The best way is to fit a gun you like a simply put it in your pocket. Does it ride well? Is it concealed? Can you draw it quickly? __________________ "He who laughs last, laughs dead." Homer Simpson