[wrench]

Need some wisdom from the high road here...
Occasionally, ankle carry is the best way for me to carry. I know it isn't the best, but once in a while, it just works.
I have been using a S&W 642 with laser grips in this role.
Problem is, I'm just not a revolver person...don't shoot it well, don't like shooting it.
I'm thinking about a Glock 26.
Anyone carry a G26 on an ankle? How does that work for you?

Please don't argue about whether ankle carry is a good idea or not.

[micky692002]

I've tried it but I feel The Glock is just too bulky. If you're interested:

http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=356512&highlight=glock+26+ankle+holster

[rj112275]

I have both guns and yes, the j-frame is a much easier ankle carry.

[Squidward]

With the flat floor plate and a Galco Ankle Glove ankle holster the G26 is not bad under Levi relaxed fit jeans. Dockers and slacks are OK also.

[Monkeybear]

Maybe a G36? Thinner and lighter.

[wrench]

Hmmm, have never looked at a G36.
Weight is not so much an issue for me, as size. I'd really like to move to a semi-auto, though, 9mm minimum.

[MCgunner]

Between those two and on an ankle, no brainer, 642. It's the only one light and compact enough to wear on an ankle.

[RustyShackelford]

Massad F Ayoob, the noted weapons/tactics expert(and THR.org member, ;)) wrote in the past that small frame DA/DA only revolvers work best in ankle carry. Ayoob explained that dirt/grit/body sweat/etc can get into the ankle rig and may damage your compact semi auto. DA/DA only revolvers can take these rough conditions better than many pistols. Now the Glock 26 has a great rep for rugged use but in general, I'd stay with the J-frame S&W .38spl. :D

Rusty

[wrench]

(sigh)
I'd stay with the J-frame S&W .38spl.


Yeah, but, boy, I hate that gun.:(

[Homerboy]

J frames are the guns that are "carried a lot and shot a little". I agree. I have a 642 with laser grips ans it is the gun I carry 99% of the time. Can I hit the bullseye every single time with it and 15 yards? Nope, but I can quickly put 5 rounds into the chest area at 15 yards. The Glock is too bulky for ankle carry, unless you're only using it in the car when you aren't walking. I enjoy shooting my semi auto's far more then I do my 642, but for light weight, ease of carry, it's a no- brainer.

[PhrankKastle]

Never tried the Glock but I did do an S&W M&P compact in ankle for awhile but I found it too bulky and it even would print in my loose jeans, I traded that and went back to my Sig P239 and I love it. The only thing is as stated above if you ankle carry a semi-auto plan on cleaning it alot, I clean mine every 2-3 days. I at times do think if I still had my Detective Special that I stupidly sold way back when I'd probably go back to that for ankle carry.

[AZAndy]

Yeah, but, boy, I hate that gun.

Wrench, Wrench, Wrench. What's to hate? Shoots good, looks good, dependable, easy to carry. Whatsamatta? C'mon, you can tell us. We're your friends. Honest.

Andy

[Rexster]

The corners of the G26 will "print" more noticeably against the fabric. Greater width over a larger area will cause more bulge. Been there, done that, went back to snubbies, though I carry the larger, heavier SP101 in an ankle rig. A J-snub will conceal better than my Rugers.

Yes, a G26 will work in an ankle rig, but anyone who looks for an ankle rig will spot it more readily if it contains a G26 than a J.

Edited to add: My actual experience was with the identically-sized G27.

[jgo296]

as far as pocket or ankle carry i think a j frame is way smaller than a baby glock
but i think a baby glock is way easier to shoot

[BikerRN]

If you don't shoot a Revolver good then you should shoot a Revolver more! :)

I carry a 442 on my ankle, if it's not in my pocket, as I think that Revolvers still maintain an "edge" in reliability when compared to smaller autoloaders. The Glocks are good "bottomfeeders" but if you've ever carried a gun on your ankle for a day you would be amazed at the amount of "crud" that a gun picks up. That "crud" can and has affected the smooth operating of a few "bottomfeeders".

Also, the 642 is lighter. I'd suggest changing the stocks to a "Boot Grip" for ease of concealment and more practice. Just my $0.02.

Take care and stay safe.

BikerRN

[wrench]

Well, I'm really feelin' the revolver 'love' from you guys...

I will agree that it is a great little gun to carry, but I always think that if I actually had to shoot it, that would not be such a pretty picture.:uhoh:
It's the only revolver I own, except for a cap'n'ball, (which I also never shoot)

Maybe I will buy the Glock anyway, and keep the 642.:rolleyes:

I really do appreciate you guys' help in this matter.
Sigh.
What's a girl to do????