Where do I buy a good vest?

Rickmeister · April 1, 2002, 10:59 AM

I would like to know where I could buy a good quality concealed carry vest suitable for one who dresses light and doesn't care too much for the Mr. Furley/Marshall Dillon look. It needs to be a low-key, low-print, semi-casual piece of clothing with at least two inner pockets and a design such that allows for a quick draw.

Anything come to mind?

Kentucky Rifle · April 1, 2002, 03:34 PM

One came from Banana Republic, but it has no inside pockets. Covers a belt holster though. The other is a "photographer's vest" from LL Bean. The Bean vest is a little longer, has more pockets, and is made better. I think it has a couple of inner pockets. However, I use both of these vests to cover belt holsters...I probably don't fool "gun people", but the average Joe doesn't suspect a thing.

KR

Jim V · April 1, 2002, 06:24 PM

You might want to check this thread:

http://www.1911forum.com/forums/show...threadid=15171

AlanD · April 1, 2002, 09:44 PM

Lately I have been using lightweight "outdoor" type vest, which I have purchased from online discounters such as Sierra Trading Post ( http://www.sierratradingpost.com/pro...00000001845570 )

The quality is very good, they don't scream CCW, and the vests are often heavily discounted.

tonerguy · April 2, 2002, 02:14 AM

Smith & Alexander have nice lightweight vests in several colors and many sizes at http://www.smithandalexander.com/apparel.html

Check it out. Fast service. Nice people. I have two. Lightest weight for summer heat.

hd1. · April 2, 2002, 10:30 AM

Check out Coronado Leathers.
They make some nice looking leathers with bulit-in carry compartments. They will custom build to your size, if you are not the 'off-the-rack' dimensions. They have several vest styles to choose from. Also, other types of outer garments are available, all with carry capacity.www.coronadoleather.com

foureyes_45 · April 2, 2002, 07:26 PM

Check out the Cabela's line..Ihave one and think the price was $49.00

blades67 · April 3, 2002, 11:14 PM

I think Coronado Leather is your best option.

April 1, 2002, 10:59 AM	#1
Rickmeister Senior Member Join Date: November 23, 2001 Location: Texas Posts: 797	Where do I buy a good vest? I would like to know where I could buy a good quality concealed carry vest suitable for one who dresses light and doesn't care too much for the Mr. Furley/Marshall Dillon look. It needs to be a low-key, low-print, semi-casual piece of clothing with at least two inner pockets and a design such that allows for a quick draw. Anything come to mind?

April 1, 2002, 03:34 PM	#2
Kentucky Rifle Senior Member Join Date: July 5, 1999 Location: Louisville, Kentucky Posts: 2,687	I've got a couple that I like... One came from Banana Republic, but it has no inside pockets. Covers a belt holster though. The other is a "photographer's vest" from LL Bean. The Bean vest is a little longer, has more pockets, and is made better. I think it has a couple of inner pockets. However, I use both of these vests to cover belt holsters...I probably don't fool "gun people", but the average Joe doesn't suspect a thing. KR

April 1, 2002, 06:24 PM	#3
Jim V Senior Member Join Date: January 31, 1999 Location: SE Michigan - USA Posts: 4,038	You might want to check this thread: http://www.1911forum.com/forums/show...threadid=15171 __________________ *MOLON LABE* If it ain't metal, single stack & single action, it ain't a 1911 no matter what it looks like. 1911 Forum THE TUBBY CURMUDGEON

April 2, 2002, 02:14 AM	#5
tonerguy Member Join Date: May 19, 2001 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 90	Vest Smith & Alexander have nice lightweight vests in several colors and many sizes at http://www.smithandalexander.com/apparel.html Check it out. Fast service. Nice people. I have two. Lightest weight for summer heat. __________________ www.TuckerGunleather.com [email protected] www.TuckerGunleatherBLOG.com

April 2, 2002, 10:30 AM	#6
hd1. Member Join Date: February 6, 2002 Location: Michigan, US Posts: 41	concealed carry vest Check out Coronado Leathers. They make some nice looking leathers with bulit-in carry compartments. They will custom build to your size, if you are not the 'off-the-rack' dimensions. They have several vest styles to choose from. Also, other types of outer garments are available, all with carry capacity.www.coronadoleather.com

April 1, 2002, 09:44 PM	#4
AlanD Member Join Date: November 2, 2000 Location: TN Posts: 45	Lately I have been using lightweight "outdoor" type vest, which I have purchased from online discounters such as Sierra Trading Post ( http://www.sierratradingpost.com/pro...00000001845570 ) The quality is very good, they don't scream CCW, and the vests are often heavily discounted.

April 2, 2002, 07:26 PM	#7
foureyes_45 Junior Member Join Date: March 21, 2002 Posts: 13	Check out the Cabela's line..Ihave one and think the price was $49.00 __________________ Four Eyes Look & Be Safe

April 3, 2002, 11:14 PM	#8
blades67 Senior Member Join Date: April 22, 1999 Location: Chandler, Arizona, USA Posts: 6,014	I think Coronado Leather is your best option. __________________ Guns cause crime like spoons cause Rosie O'Donnell to be fat! I hunt, therefore I am.