Ankle rigs

[P95Carry]

I am sure with all the traffic and fine people here this has been covered .... if so, apolagies.

I have considered getting an ankle rig but so far can only see it as being damn uncomfortable and possibly making me walk ''funny'' It does tho have some appeal for my small snubby ... or even a small .22 semi .. just a way of freeing up pants pocket or waist line position.

Anyone find these useable ... if so, carrying what and what sorta rig?

 

[DeltaElite]

Galco Ankle Glove. I carry a Glock 27 over 40 hours a week with no discomfort.

www.usgalco.com

 

[P95Carry]

Thx for the link Delta ..... great range of rigs there.

 

[El Tejon]

P95, carried a J frame (a 638) 3d bug in an Alessi ankle rig for several years as a LEO.

 

[DeltaElite]

No problem at all.
I love Galco leather and I am happy to let others know about them.

As for "walking funny", that is something best solved with talcum powder.

 

[Matt G]

While a good quality ankle rig is important, the biggest issue in choosing an ankle gun is weight, weight, WEIGHT!!!

The silliest part of the old Miami Vice series was that Don Johnsen could run so fast and furious with that heavy steel Detonics strapped to his right ankle. Science Fiction!

Get a pistol that weighs under a pound, loaded, and then try out ankle holsters. Understand that your choice in footgear will make a difference, as well. (I can't wear my ankle rig with my uniform Cochran lace-ups.)

I wear a M37 J-frame airweight in an Unkle Mike's with little troubles, other than The World's Slowest Draw (tm). Boot-cut trousers would help.

-M.

 

[P95Carry]

That matt is one of my major concerns ........ WEIGHT!! I do not possess as yet an airweight .... and trouble is I doubt I can either afford one or .... even want something so light and potentially uncomfortable to shoot. But then I guess if it's defence one is considering, not that many rounds have to be ''suffered''!!

Thx guys for the input so far

 

[AK103K]

I'll second the Galco Ankle Glove, I carry a SIG P230 in mine. Its the most comfortale holster of this type I've used(so far). Just make sure you wear the right pants with one and it wont be a problem hiding it. A second sock that covers the bottom of the holster can also go a long way in hiding it if you pant leg comes up. I usually dont wear one, but sometimes. Just dont cross that leg at a party. I dont have the extra strap with mine, I usually wear a pair of low cut boots with it, so that stops any sliding down that might occur. The only real downside to these holsters is if you work anywhere but an office, the gun picks up a lot of dirt and is in a bad spot if your near water. Matts right about running too, even with a light gun you feel self conscious when you walk, let alone anything faster. I'd wear it around the house for awhile until you get used to it and find that "right spot" for it. You wont look like "Grandpa McCoy" walking once you get used to it. Also gives you a chance to to practice getting to it in a hurry(yea right) Its not a holster for a quick decision, the thought of going down on one knee with someone right in front of me aint making it, if you know what I mean. You will probably need to adjust your tactics if its going to be your primary carry method. I dont use mine all the time, but its a very workable option for those times you need it.

 

[VictorLouis]

I've carried up to a S&W M3913 in a Galco Ankle Glove. While that particular piece is probably at the upper limit, my 23oz. J-frame is no problem at all. Airweights are, shall we say, just icing on the cake. I've read/heard nothing but good things on the Alessi, and many good comments on the Renegade.

 

[Serpico]

the ankle glove is an excellent rig....I borrowed one for my 442 and tried it out....very comfortable...but I went with the renegade since it doesn't have a molded holster which I found to be a little less concealable with straight leg jeans....also, the renegade uses an elastic band instead of neoprene which doesn't make my leg sweat when it gets hot....you can't go wring with either but the renegade is also about 30 bucks cheaper....the one pictured is the model 500...it has a retaining strap for running and such but is a pull through design...you only use it to holster the weapon...a good tug on the grip is all you need.....I've had this rig over a year and wear it eceryday....forget it's even there.

 

[TJC]

I've used a number of ankle rigs over the last 27 years in LE. I've settled on the Alessi as the best for me based on the quality of the item.

 

[Oleg Volk]

Got a few pics of an anklepocket which seems pretty comfortable. The key to being able to draw a small gun is to place a pocket holster inside the "pocket". Larger guns can be carried as is. Runt can carry a SW640 or Sig232 without any discomfort...I just balk at the whole concept. But it would be most practical when seated in a car or behind a desk.

 

[Onslaught]

But it would be most practical when seated in a car or behind a desk.

And lets not forget MY two biggest reasons for adding ankle carry to my options... Dinner and a Movie!

If you're trying to dress nice for a "night out" with the wife or girlfriend, your shirt really should be tucked in. If you're tucked, you can't really IWB well. You're seated the whole time, except to and from the car (which is probably when you'd most likely need it though).

My wife gave me a 642 for my birthday, which I plan to use almost exclusively as an ankle pistol. Renegade is my holster of choice...

 

[El Tejon]

Onslaught, WTH? Why not???

Can't you just take your wife or girlfriend (or both) to a joint that requires a coat? "Night out"=me wearing a tie in the evening.

 

[WESHOOT2]

OUTSIDE THE BOX

First rule is observed, but you may want to practice retrieving that anklegun. Quickly.

MAKE SURE it is secure, because a gun skittering across the floor is embarrassing.
Really

Consider filling your pockets with miniguns (P32, NAA 22LR, SEECAMP) of any flavor, because it's faster.

IMO great place for third or fourth gun.

 

[Serpico]

With an ankle gun, you have to think outside the box....People tend to forget that the gun dos not have to stay there until you need it....the weapon can go in a pocket or IWB with your shirt pulled over it until you get to your loc...then a quick trip to the bathroom and you can stash it back on your leg....when you leave at night, you can do the same thing....I wear an ankle holster most all the time but never walk back to my car at 2am with it down there...it is usually in my front pocket for that trip...

 

[Erik]

I love my Alessi Ankle Rig.

My relatively heavy Kahr MK40 transitions to "unnoticable" after about five minutes or so.