how do you carry

troy_mclure · February 8, 2009, 06:52 PM

how do you carry your ccw?

NRAhab · February 8, 2009, 07:04 PM

My EDC is a Beretta Jetfire in .25 ACP, that little guy lives in a pocket holster. It's easy and low maintenance, and one of few firearms solutions that I can both shoot well and conceal in a pair of khakis and a tucked in polo shirt.

Mile IWB holsters are nothing special, I have a few of the cheap Uncle Mike's/Whatever Brand with the plastic clip - the nice thing about a 10 dollar holster is that when it starts to break, I just toss it and don't feel bad.

My "perfect" carry is when I can carry in a belt holster - my favorite rigs are my Blackhawk! Serpa holsters. Comfortable, with good retention, they're not ideal for concealed carry, but when I can use them, they're perfect.

Sevens · February 8, 2009, 07:09 PM

I use IWB, but go shoulder rig when I'm on a motorcycle day trip or multiple day trip away from home on the bike.

I'd like to try the crossbreed supertuck if it'll fit a G29. (not a standard size despite that most people simply think "subcompact Glock")

WC145 · February 8, 2009, 07:21 PM

OWB, shoulder holster, ankle holster, pocket. Depends on the day, the gun, and what I'm wearing.

dabigguns357 · February 8, 2009, 07:48 PM

owb all the time with my 4046 .40 cal

Erik · February 8, 2009, 07:57 PM

I carry my primary pistol IWB, sometimes OWB, always the same spot. My secondary pistol moves around between AIWB, ankle, or pocket, depending on dress.

Wagonman · February 9, 2009, 02:09 AM

AIWB?

hoytinak · February 9, 2009, 03:08 AM

Mainly IWB, sometimes front/right pocket or back/right pocket.

utsandmann · February 9, 2009, 08:11 AM

AIWB is the IWB carried at the appendix, usually around the 2 o'clock position. This is where I carry. Fast access, highly concealable, and, if you get used to it, fairly comfortable.

Don P · February 9, 2009, 08:39 AM

OWB, Fanny pac, Maxpadition, and pocket carry. Depends on the days routine. And yes I practice draws with all methods of carry

The Great Mahoo · February 9, 2009, 09:03 AM

IWB or OWB strongside. I first carried almost exclusivly IWB, have moved more towards OWB carry over the last few months, but have begun going back to IWB more.

I am looking to get a smaller gun for pocket carry when dress prohibits other modes.

I'd have to say IWB, since I can pick only 1.

obxned · February 9, 2009, 08:59 PM

In the cooler weather, a PF-9 in a shoulder holster, in the warmer times, a P-3AT IWB.

12GaugeShuggoth · February 9, 2009, 09:43 PM

I voted IWB, but I also pocket carry a lot.

Shadi Khalil · February 9, 2009, 11:19 PM

It used to be strictly IWB for me but since I got a comptac paddle holster its been OTW. I find it to be more comfortable than IWB and allot easy to present. My real big issue with IWB is the boxer shorts shuffle, I'm always adjusting. I dont have the problem when conceling a smaller gun but my 239 tugs at my shorts all day.

Crankylove · February 10, 2009, 12:15 AM

IWB all the time, any weather, any gun.

Derekadavis · February 10, 2009, 01:51 AM

i carry my 917 iwb at 3 o'clock.

BikerRN · February 10, 2009, 01:55 AM

I voted "other".

My most often used, and preferred method of carry is IWB. However, that's only for Gun #1. Gun number 2 is carried on the ankle if I'm wearing long pants. Gun number 3 is in the pocket, unless I'm wearing shorts.

The reason I selected "other" is because I didn't feel that one answer would suffice for the guns I carry daily.

Biker

armsmaster270 · February 18, 2009, 11:58 PM

Other as I wear OWB and snubby in pocket

Big Bill · February 19, 2009, 12:32 AM

Why would I put that info out on the Internet? This was posted on another forum by a good friend of mine. I hope he won't mind me posting it here.

Are you a grey man, or woman?

ELK.........................

Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Next Steps: The Grey Man

The latest from Habcan:

The Grey Man is always invisible in plain sight.

The Grey Man is totally aware of his environs, his own capabilities or lack thereof, his weaponry and his levels of competence with that weaponry. He constantly strives to improve upon both his capabilities and competence. In public, he is always respectful, even to the point of obsequiousness if the situation calls for it. He always appears to be just a little confused by what is happening around him, while in reality he is alertly doing a tactical assessment.

The Grey Man NEVER draws attention to himself by word, dress, action, or mannerism. The Young Grey Man is dismissed as a wimp, the Older as a doddering old fool. The Grey Man derives great inner satisfaction from having this portrayal of him accepted by all he meets, for it means he is succeeding in his disguise of his actual persona.

The Grey Man is a private man. He practices with his weaponry in private, or only with his fellow Grey Men, always in a secluded location. If he must resort to use of a public facility, he schedules his practice for times when he is likely to be the only one there. At such times he would probably wear bright clothing, to be remembered only as ‘that guy in the red jacket and sunglasses’, a quite different person from his usual persona. If right-handed, he would always occupy the leftmost station on a NRA bull’s-eye pistol range, with his back to an observer, or the rightmost one for riflery or combat pistol practice. He would not have his name emblazoned on clothing or equipment, nor would he have any noteworthy affiliation proclaimed on his cap. “He’s just a guy. He comes every Wednesday morning for his coffee break. Always pays cash.”

The Grey Man does not drive a pink Cadillac with steer horns on the hood, NOR does he drive the biggest mutherin’ 4X4-with-all-the-bells-and-whistles BOV in the lot. The older his vehicle is, the rustier, the less likely it is to draw attention (or to be stolen, for that matter). This vehicle is, under its exterior, scrupulously maintained and in excellent running order. If pulled over by authority on the basis of appearance, it can be shown to meet or exceed all requirements under licensing laws, and an obsequious co-operative manner precludes a search under the seats. The Grey Man does not speed on the highway: cruise control is his friend. So is the Highway Patrol: he waves to any he sees. If he travels the same route constantly, at the same times, The Grey Man becomes a ‘fixture’ and can be dismissed from conscious observation.

It helps the Survivor to build up this persona of The Grey Man gradually and over time. The anti-gun sheeple neighbors will quickly rat out the ‘Patriot’ who is always loudly proclaiming about his ‘Rights’ and ‘what will happen if they try to take my guns’. The Grey Man goes far out of his way never to offend anyone, imitating the duck which appears calm on the surface of his pond whilst paddling like hell under the surface.

Be seen as conservative in all you do. A Survivor is a Grey Man, and that little old grey man alone over there in the corner is probably a Survivor!

And that young guy next to him; or, just another wimp? Or are they both watching each other’s backs?

Making the other guy waste precious time in assessing the situation is a big part of staying alive. Practice being grey now, while there's time to build your skills.

Bauer · February 19, 2009, 02:22 AM

I carry IWB. I want to try out a shoulder holster but don't have the income to spend on a decent one. I actually want to pick up a holser from Kramer Handgun Leather. They are out of Tacoma, WA and want to know what people think of these holsters. I've heard nothing but good things.

troy_mclure · February 19, 2009, 02:57 AM

big bill, im not asking for pics of you waving your gun around or something, i just thought it would be interesting to use an ANONOMOUS poll to see the most popular carry place.

Big Bill · February 19, 2009, 02:00 PM

troy - I understand. But, I just don't think it wize to put out that kind of info on a public board. Sorry!

Stevie-Ray · February 19, 2009, 02:05 PM

OWB, primary, but there should be a multi-listing available for us that also pocket carry a BUG.

Creature · February 19, 2009, 02:14 PM

IWB (appendix carry):

(image reversed because I am using a mirror...)

ATW525 · February 19, 2009, 02:22 PM

Quote:

I carry IWB. I want to try out a shoulder holster but don't have the income to spend on a decent one. I actually want to pick up a holser from Kramer Handgun Leather. They are out of Tacoma, WA and want to know what people think of these holsters. I've heard nothing but good things.

I haven't tried their shoulder holster, but I've had at least four Kramer holsters of various types and all have been pretty decent, if a bit on the squeaky side. Probably the squeakiest holsters I've owned.

That said, I don't use any of the Kramer holsters anymore, because I pocket carry these days. A Glock 27 in one pocket and a spare magazine in the opposite is likely more firepower than I'll ever need.

View Poll Results: how do you carry your ccw?
IWB	91	48.40%
OWB	46	24.47%
SHOULDER RIG	10	5.32%
POCKET	26	13.83%
OTHER	15	7.98%
Voters: 188. You may not vote on this poll

February 8, 2009, 07:04 PM	#2
NRAhab Senior Member Join Date: August 20, 2005 Location: Bellevue, WA Posts: 683	My EDC is a Beretta Jetfire in .25 ACP, that little guy lives in a pocket holster. It's easy and low maintenance, and one of few firearms solutions that I can both shoot well and conceal in a pair of khakis and a tucked in polo shirt. Mile IWB holsters are nothing special, I have a few of the cheap Uncle Mike's/Whatever Brand with the plastic clip - the nice thing about a 10 dollar holster is that when it starts to break, I just toss it and don't feel bad. My "perfect" carry is when I can carry in a belt holster - my favorite rigs are my Blackhawk! Serpa holsters. Comfortable, with good retention, they're not ideal for concealed carry, but when I can use them, they're perfect. __________________ Join the community at GunUp!

February 8, 2009, 07:09 PM	#3
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,756	I use IWB, but go shoulder rig when I'm on a motorcycle day trip or multiple day trip away from home on the bike. I'd like to try the crossbreed supertuck if it'll fit a G29. (not a standard size despite that most people simply think "subcompact Glock") __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

February 8, 2009, 07:48 PM	#5
dabigguns357 Senior Member Join Date: May 3, 2008 Location: Ona,West Virginia Posts: 1,215	owb all the time with my 4046 .40 cal Last edited by dabigguns357; February 8, 2009 at 08:21 PM.

February 8, 2009, 07:57 PM	#6
Erik Senior Member Join Date: December 24, 1999 Location: America Posts: 3,479	I carry my primary pistol IWB, sometimes OWB, always the same spot. My secondary pistol moves around between AIWB, ankle, or pocket, depending on dress. __________________ Meriam Webster's: Main Entry: ci·vil·ian Pronunciation: \sə-ˈvil-yən also -ˈvi-yən\, Function: noun, Date: 14th century, 1: a specialist in Roman or modern civil law, 2 a: one not on active duty in the armed services or not on a police or firefighting force b: outsider 1, — civilian adjective

February 8, 2009, 06:52 PM	#1
troy_mclure Senior Member Join Date: November 17, 2008 Location: gulf of mexico Posts: 2,716	how do you carry how do you carry your ccw? __________________ There is only one tactical principle which is not subject to change. It is to use the means at hand to inflict the maximum amount of wound, death, and destruction on the enemy in the minimum amount of time."

February 8, 2009, 07:21 PM	#4
WC145 Senior Member Join Date: October 18, 2008 Location: Downeast Maine Posts: 1,836	OWB, shoulder holster, ankle holster, pocket. Depends on the day, the gun, and what I'm wearing.

February 9, 2009, 02:09 AM	#7
Wagonman Senior Member Join Date: September 11, 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,014	AIWB?

February 9, 2009, 03:08 AM	#8
hoytinak Senior Member Join Date: July 5, 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 5,721	Mainly IWB, sometimes front/right pocket or back/right pocket.

February 9, 2009, 08:11 AM	#9
utsandmann Member Join Date: February 5, 2009 Posts: 27	AIWB is the IWB carried at the appendix, usually around the 2 o'clock position. This is where I carry. Fast access, highly concealable, and, if you get used to it, fairly comfortable.

February 9, 2009, 08:39 AM	#10
Don P Senior Member Join Date: December 17, 2005 Location: Swamp dweller Posts: 6,187	OWB, Fanny pac, Maxpadition, and pocket carry. Depends on the days routine. And yes I practice draws with all methods of carry __________________ *NRA Life Member, NRA Chief Range Safety Officer, NRA Certified Pistol Instructor,, USPSA & Steel Challange NROI Range Officer, ICORE Range Officer, ,MAG 40 Graduate* *As you are, I once was, As I am, You will be.*

February 9, 2009, 09:03 AM	#11
The Great Mahoo Senior Member Join Date: June 3, 2008 Location: Pennsylvania, USA Posts: 1,269	IWB or OWB strongside. I first carried almost exclusivly IWB, have moved more towards OWB carry over the last few months, but have begun going back to IWB more. I am looking to get a smaller gun for pocket carry when dress prohibits other modes. I'd have to say IWB, since I can pick only 1.

February 9, 2009, 08:59 PM	#12
obxned Senior Member Join Date: May 30, 2007 Location: OBX, NC Posts: 1,128	In the cooler weather, a PF-9 in a shoulder holster, in the warmer times, a P-3AT IWB. __________________ “If we lose freedom here, there is no place to escape to. This is the last stand on Earth.” Ronald Reagan I'm a proud member of a North Carolina *Committee of Safety*

February 9, 2009, 09:43 PM	#13
12GaugeShuggoth Senior Member Join Date: September 6, 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 534	I voted IWB, but I also pocket carry a lot. __________________ ---Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.--- ---Enlightenment is the ability to take infinite pains--- MOLON LABE

February 9, 2009, 11:19 PM	#14
Shadi Khalil Senior Member Join Date: September 23, 2006 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 5,210	It used to be strictly IWB for me but since I got a comptac paddle holster its been OTW. I find it to be more comfortable than IWB and allot easy to present. My real big issue with IWB is the boxer shorts shuffle, I'm always adjusting. I dont have the problem when conceling a smaller gun but my 239 tugs at my shorts all day.

February 10, 2009, 12:15 AM	#15
Crankylove Senior Member Join Date: July 8, 2008 Location: 8B ID Posts: 1,753	IWB all the time, any weather, any gun. __________________ The answer to 1984 is 1776

February 10, 2009, 01:51 AM	#16
Derekadavis Senior Member Join Date: December 27, 2008 Location: Dallas,Tx Posts: 103	i carry my 917 iwb at 3 o'clock. __________________ USCCA & NRA Member Last edited by Derekadavis; February 10, 2009 at 01:51 AM. Reason: typo

February 10, 2009, 01:55 AM	#17
BikerRN Senior Member Join Date: February 11, 2007 Location: "State of Discombobulation" Posts: 1,333	I voted "other". My most often used, and preferred method of carry is IWB. However, that's only for Gun #1. Gun number 2 is carried on the ankle if I'm wearing long pants. Gun number 3 is in the pocket, unless I'm wearing shorts. The reason I selected "other" is because I didn't feel that one answer would suffice for the guns I carry daily. Biker

February 18, 2009, 11:58 PM	#18
armsmaster270 Senior Member Join Date: November 25, 2008 Location: California Posts: 1,951	Other as I wear OWB and snubby in pocket __________________ http://www.armsmaster.net-a.googlepages.com http://s239.photobucket.com/albums/f...aster270/Guns/ Retired LE, M.P., Sr. M.P. Investigator F.B.I. Trained Rangemaster/Firearms Instructor & Armorer, Presently Forensic Document Examiner for D.H.S.

February 19, 2009, 12:32 AM	#19
Big Bill Senior Member Join Date: December 29, 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 1,053	Why would I put that info out on the Internet? This was posted on another forum by a good friend of mine. I hope he won't mind me posting it here. Are you a grey man, or woman? ELK......................... Wednesday, May 16, 2007 Next Steps: The Grey Man The latest from Habcan: The Grey Man is always invisible in plain sight. The Grey Man is totally aware of his environs, his own capabilities or lack thereof, his weaponry and his levels of competence with that weaponry. He constantly strives to improve upon both his capabilities and competence. In public, he is always respectful, even to the point of obsequiousness if the situation calls for it. He always appears to be just a little confused by what is happening around him, while in reality he is alertly doing a tactical assessment. The Grey Man NEVER draws attention to himself by word, dress, action, or mannerism. The Young Grey Man is dismissed as a wimp, the Older as a doddering old fool. The Grey Man derives great inner satisfaction from having this portrayal of him accepted by all he meets, for it means he is succeeding in his disguise of his actual persona. The Grey Man is a private man. He practices with his weaponry in private, or only with his fellow Grey Men, always in a secluded location. If he must resort to use of a public facility, he schedules his practice for times when he is likely to be the only one there. At such times he would probably wear bright clothing, to be remembered only as ‘that guy in the red jacket and sunglasses’, a quite different person from his usual persona. If right-handed, he would always occupy the leftmost station on a NRA bull’s-eye pistol range, with his back to an observer, or the rightmost one for riflery or combat pistol practice. He would not have his name emblazoned on clothing or equipment, nor would he have any noteworthy affiliation proclaimed on his cap. “He’s just a guy. He comes every Wednesday morning for his coffee break. Always pays cash.” The Grey Man does not drive a pink Cadillac with steer horns on the hood, NOR does he drive the biggest mutherin’ 4X4-with-all-the-bells-and-whistles BOV in the lot. The older his vehicle is, the rustier, the less likely it is to draw attention (or to be stolen, for that matter). This vehicle is, under its exterior, scrupulously maintained and in excellent running order. If pulled over by authority on the basis of appearance, it can be shown to meet or exceed all requirements under licensing laws, and an obsequious co-operative manner precludes a search under the seats. The Grey Man does not speed on the highway: cruise control is his friend. So is the Highway Patrol: he waves to any he sees. If he travels the same route constantly, at the same times, The Grey Man becomes a ‘fixture’ and can be dismissed from conscious observation. It helps the Survivor to build up this persona of The Grey Man gradually and over time. The anti-gun sheeple neighbors will quickly rat out the ‘Patriot’ who is always loudly proclaiming about his ‘Rights’ and ‘what will happen if they try to take my guns’. The Grey Man goes far out of his way never to offend anyone, imitating the duck which appears calm on the surface of his pond whilst paddling like hell under the surface. Be seen as conservative in all you do. A Survivor is a Grey Man, and that little old grey man alone over there in the corner is probably a Survivor! And that young guy next to him; or, just another wimp? Or are they both watching each other’s backs? Making the other guy waste precious time in assessing the situation is a big part of staying alive. Practice being grey now, while there's time to build your skills. __________________ There is only one tactical principle which is not subject to change. It is to use the means at hand to inflict the maximum amount of wound, death, and destruction on the enemy in the minimum amount of time." - General George Patton Jr

February 19, 2009, 02:22 AM	#20
Bauer Senior Member Join Date: November 5, 2008 Location: Washington State Posts: 195	I carry IWB. I want to try out a shoulder holster but don't have the income to spend on a decent one. I actually want to pick up a holser from Kramer Handgun Leather. They are out of Tacoma, WA and want to know what people think of these holsters. I've heard nothing but good things. Last edited by Bauer; February 19, 2009 at 02:37 AM.

February 19, 2009, 02:57 AM	#21
troy_mclure Senior Member Join Date: November 17, 2008 Location: gulf of mexico Posts: 2,716	big bill, im not asking for pics of you waving your gun around or something, i just thought it would be interesting to use an ANONOMOUS poll to see the most popular carry place. __________________ There is only one tactical principle which is not subject to change. It is to use the means at hand to inflict the maximum amount of wound, death, and destruction on the enemy in the minimum amount of time."

February 19, 2009, 02:00 PM	#22
Big Bill Senior Member Join Date: December 29, 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 1,053	troy - I understand. But, I just don't think it wize to put out that kind of info on a public board. Sorry! __________________ There is only one tactical principle which is not subject to change. It is to use the means at hand to inflict the maximum amount of wound, death, and destruction on the enemy in the minimum amount of time." - General George Patton Jr

February 19, 2009, 02:05 PM	#23
Stevie-Ray Senior Member Join Date: May 22, 2007 Location: The shores of Lake Huron Posts: 4,783	OWB, primary, but there should be a multi-listing available for us that also pocket carry a BUG. __________________ Stevie-Ray Join the NRA/ILA I am the weapon; my gun is a tool. It's regrettable that with some people those descriptors are reversed.

February 19, 2009, 02:14 PM	#24
Creature Junior member Join Date: April 8, 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 3,769	IWB (appendix carry): (image reversed because I am using a mirror...)