John Hicks
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- Jul 7, 2004
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I don't know why I did this, but after the VA Tech massacre, my first instinct was to buy a new holster and 10 bricks of ammo for my 5.7
I had a cheapo holster that I never used, mostly because it was uncomfortable and the draw was awkward and unadjustable.
I'd played around with a BH CQC w/SERPA before and like it. The fact you have a full grip before pressing the button sorta makes the gun jump into your hand.
So I bought one on Monday and got it yesterday. First off, I love the paddle style. Never had one before, but it is so much nicer than the belt loops. And no worries about it falling off. It was hooked in so well, it took me a minute to get it off myself.
I also like the adjustable cant. I like the gun forward because I draw all the way across my body (cross-eye dominant, so my Weaver looks funny ).
As for performance. Again, gun sorta leaps into your hand. Haven't gotten any range time in yet, but I must say I'm impressed as to how easy this is to draw. Your trigger finger is right on the button and for the FiveseveN, come down right on the safety lever as you draw. So release, draw, safety, trigger all come in one smooth motion.
Now for the hard part: this is my first real OWB carry holster. I have no idea how to conceal it. My bomber jacket works fine, but it's getting warmer. Jerseys are usually okay, but not appropriate everywhere. And after the VA Tech incident, I don't think I'll wear my concealment vest for a few weeks (and again, not always appropriate for weather or the particular social situation).
Any thoughts on this?
I had a cheapo holster that I never used, mostly because it was uncomfortable and the draw was awkward and unadjustable.
I'd played around with a BH CQC w/SERPA before and like it. The fact you have a full grip before pressing the button sorta makes the gun jump into your hand.
So I bought one on Monday and got it yesterday. First off, I love the paddle style. Never had one before, but it is so much nicer than the belt loops. And no worries about it falling off. It was hooked in so well, it took me a minute to get it off myself.
I also like the adjustable cant. I like the gun forward because I draw all the way across my body (cross-eye dominant, so my Weaver looks funny ).
As for performance. Again, gun sorta leaps into your hand. Haven't gotten any range time in yet, but I must say I'm impressed as to how easy this is to draw. Your trigger finger is right on the button and for the FiveseveN, come down right on the safety lever as you draw. So release, draw, safety, trigger all come in one smooth motion.
Now for the hard part: this is my first real OWB carry holster. I have no idea how to conceal it. My bomber jacket works fine, but it's getting warmer. Jerseys are usually okay, but not appropriate everywhere. And after the VA Tech incident, I don't think I'll wear my concealment vest for a few weeks (and again, not always appropriate for weather or the particular social situation).
Any thoughts on this?