Anyone else's lifestyle NOT mesh well with carrying?

[Wingshooter]

Couple of things...

There is indeed one lifestyle which precludes concealed carry at all times...the lifestyle of the Nudist!

There was a prisoner that smuggled in one of those little .22 lr 5 shot pistols a few years ago. Stuck it up his rectum and they found it during the cavity search. I wish I could remember what state it was in so I could try and link a source. Anyone??? I just remembered, they are made by North American Arms. http://www.naaminis.com/lrifle.html

I would imagine his fast draw would truly be a sight to behold.

2) Not comfortable keeping a gun in my Jeep with soft-top and flimsy plastic compartments.

You need to look into the Tuffy consoles if that's one of the few things holding you back. When I had my Jeeps I never had the top on and felt comfortable putting my 1911 in them.

http://www.tuffyproducts.com/consoles/tj/067.html

Probably as strong, if not stronger than anything a car can offer.



Edited to add manufacturer url

 

[Andrew Rothman]

If I am doing public author appearances or other "dressy" stuff where I'm not comfortable dressing like a frump, I usually have my large husband and his large Glock with me anyway.

Cool!

I do think, however, that there is a lot of territory between "frump" and not carrying.

On the other hand, I am a guy, and typically clueless about fashion.

 

[bean357]

Yes!

I am not allowed to carry a firearm PERIOD at my place of employment or in any vehicle owned by the employer, yet I work closely with and supervise inmates and offenders daily. I may be terminated from my position if I fail to comply with these conditions on firearms. To me, my job is where I sometimes feel most at risk. Thanx so much, Minnesota. Anyone else have this type of scenario?

 

[Kharn]

Even if I could get a permit, I couldnt carry for 10hrs a day when I'm going to, at, and going home from work. I work on an installation where the gate guard asks "Do you have any knives, small arms, explosives, grenades, RPGs, C4, or any other fun stuff in your vehicle?" before he will allow entry. Some day, I'll have the courage (and nothing important to do that day) to ask if passed-out hookers in the trunk count as fun stuff.

Kharn

 

[entropy]

Mr. duck hunt-Gun Moll!

That prisoners' carry method brings a new meaning to, "shove it ..."

Kharn, your situation reminds me of when I had gate guard duty at Ft. Ord. (Way pre-Sept. 11th). My Sgt. asked me what I'd do if a bunch of terrorists (no doubt in a VW van, a lá 'Back to the Future') stopped at the gate. I answered, "Well, I'd give 'em directions to the Division Commander's office."

 

[Gunnutz13]

...Never leave home without it

...Adapt...Improvise...Overcome ! I have a CCW license in Pennsylvania as I believe I'm the only one responsible for my safety and welfare...the police are there to clean up the mess after the fact. If you're not comfortable with concealed carry...don't. But I have no problem with strapping on with the world the way it is today...with great power comes great responsibility. And I tend to be real responsible and less prone to irrational behavior when I'm carrying my piece. If a person cuts me off on the highway and flips me a finger, I'm not going to draw and fire. But if that same person cuts me off, and gets out of his car with a tire iron...it's great having that 45 at my disposal...nuff said !

 

[goon]

I can see this point. My current job prohibits me from even carrying a pocketknife (with good reason). I can't even have pocketknife in my vehicle.
For most of my waking hours I simply can't be armed. I have accepted that.

 

[jmilliron]

2) Not comfortable keeping a gun in my Jeep with soft-top and flimsy plastic compartments.

You need to look into the Tuffy consoles if that's one of the few things holding you back. When I had my Jeeps I never had the top on and felt comfortable putting my 1911 in them.

http://www.tuffyproducts.com/consoles/tj/067.html

Probably as strong, if not stronger than anything a car can offer.

Can you fit a full size 1911 in the center console?

-jason m

 

[atek3]

i live in the PRK carry isn't an option, but even if it were, I'd have to change certain things about my dress and style. I motorcycle exclusively, and guns don't conceal well under an aerostich/leathers.

atek3

 

[biere]

The strategies and tactics section is most likely where ccw specific posts hide on this site, I don't know because I have not gotten around to reading that section yet and it has been a while since I posted here on a regular basis.

Anyway, for riding your bicycle I recomend some of the posts about riding a motorcycle since I seem to recall some posts about how to fall and protect yourself and this leads to certain ways you carry your gun and certain ways you avoid. The small of the back is one many folks avoid because a hit to the gun equals a blow to your spine.

Other than that, decide what you want to do and what you are comfortable with doing.

If you choose to carry, I suspect you can alter how you dress to allow you to carry.

 

[gbran]

I don't have any problem carrying almost 24/7. Unfortunately, my work often takes me to gov't and military bases, where I can't carry. Other than that, I carry nearly everywhere.

 

[grimjaw]

My lifestyle only prevents me from carrying because of the places I work, not the type of work. I am in federal government facilities constantly, and sometimes I don't even get to carry my cell phone, much less a gun.

jmm

 

[zahc]

WOW this thread is like eleventy billion years old.

OH is still a pointless state for concealed carry, and I even stopped carrying my keys riding with me because I got tired of there being a bruise on my thigh from them.

Due to OH CC laws, It would be impossible for me to carry at work, delivering pizza, which is by far the time I should be carrying the most.

 

[JamisJockey]

I work for the FAA in a restricted location. Great job, great pay. My supervisors tolerate my Leatherman because I've used it so many times to help fix stuff for them on the spot, rather than waiting for maintenece (little stuff that just needs a screw tightened, or something cut).
My primary hobby is cycling. I don't mean pedaling a $150 Schwinn for 20 minutes. I mean 200 miles a week, 2-3 hour rides, and amateur racing. The clothes don't exactly conceal a firearm well.
Otherwise, I carry alot. Hell, I was at the hospital with my wife having our baby today and I was carrying.

 

[fjolnirsson]

I carry virtually all the time. Since I got my CHL, there are only a few times I haven't carried. Those were at work, until I figured out a way to effectively conceal while doing my job.
I figure, the one time I don't have a gun is when I'll need one.

 

[crewsr]

Its not a lifestyle.....its a mindset...................think YODA

 

[Ryder]

Zahc, you're like I was when I was at your age. Skateboarding, biking, surfing, skiing... I can't even remember all the radical things I did on a regular basis. I was the mountain dew commercial before they had mountain dew. Anyway, as you age your old sports injuries come back to haunt you. Give it 15-20 years until it starts to be noticable. Another 10 years after that and your lifestyle transition will be complete. Then you too can carry without it being an inconvenience.

In the mean time there is no law that says you have to be afraid to die young. Enjoy it while you can.

 

[David W. Gay]

I ride and (used to) always carry

I ride a lot, and ALWAYS carry some means of defense (in addition to my hands, of course). I used to carry a Kel-tec P-32, but I don't have that anymore. When I can afford one, I'll get another one. It's only about 8oz LOADED, but that is nothing compared to the 3 quarts of water I have to carry on each ride (Phoenix, 100+ degrees all the darn time!) Add a couple of ounces for a simple holster to keep it dry. And if you have a problem carrying keys in you shorts leg, don't carry them there, that's what jersey pockets are for. Or a seat pouch...

In anycase, cycling is no reason not to carry. Some of your other activities might be, and that is your choice of life. But once you get used to carrying, you might find yourself not understanding how you got by without it.

It is a lifestyle- molded by a mindset.

"There is no try. Do, or do not"

Carry on!

 

[pax]

Atek3 ~

If & when the political climate changes, you can easily conceal while motorcycling if you get yourself a Coronado vest. Made of black leather, it looks very appropriate with riding leathers and no one will ever look twice at a biker wearing it.

pax

 

[Ryder]

cycling is no reason not to carry

Depends on your definition of cycling. My wheels never spent a whole lot of time on the ground. Would you wear a concealed pistol while performing acrobatics on a trampoline? Same difference.

 

[Geno]

Seeking "exempt status" is a must

I've been thinking quite seriously of seeking exempt status. My wife and I both work in pistol-free employment (though I know for fact some of my grad. students DO carry). It's a hassle to load/unload, lock-up and separate ammo. & pistol. Then, of course there is the worry of it being stolen. There are times that between dropping my wife, daughter and then going to work myself, if I were (and have had to) enter each building, I had to do this process three times in less than 20 minutes. It's nuts. I think we should reconsider some of our exempt locations. After all, we are dealing with citizens (even disregarding Constitutional considerations) who have lived extraordinary lives.

If you choose to carry, it will be terribly uncomfortable for the first few weeks. It just won't feel normal, even the lightest firearms are noticeable, but for me, the difference is the comfort of knowing that I can defend myself until the police arrive to take over.

Doc2005

 

[rritter]

Heck, lots of nudists wear belly bags or butt packs. That's one way to conceal when you're not otherwise dressed. Few would recommend the in-rectum carry, though.