Carry/CC Disarming Question

[Good Ol' Boy]

I have several carry systems that would work for your situation; I too cannot carry at work. I usually use a Versa-Carry with my .38, and have one for my compact .45, too. I also just got a nice handmade IWB Kydex holster that fits the .45 and is easy to take off fairly discreetly in the truck. I have a lock box for the gun, and store holsters either in the armrest or door cubby. I have carried my holsters at work (sans gun) just to see if anyone would notice. They haven't.

That interesting. I figured every single person on here would snuff at the Versa.

How do you feel about (from what I understand about it) the lack of retention? Any concerns about re-holstering? Does the trigger guard actually cover the trigger (I'd heard/seen that it's not adequate)?


For the record I already purchased a Clinger IWB holster weeks ago for my full size cold months carry gun. I will be purchasing a smaller warm months gun very soon and haven't decided on a holster for that yet.

 

[entropy]

How do you feel about (from what I understand about it) the lack of retention?

Never had a problem, just cinch your belt good and tight.

Any concerns about re-holstering?

Well, it's a PITA for practicing drawing, but I think reholstering would be my last concern should I be forced to use it.....either gun will fit in a pocket if I wouldn't be able to pull the holster off my belt to reattach it to the gun.

Does the trigger guard actually cover the trigger (I'd heard/seen that it's not adequate)?

Covers on both of mine.

I do have other holsters that I prefer to use, but aren't as easy to take off and store in the truck, so I do use the Versa-Carrys for your type of situation.

There's always the old paracord holster; that can stay on your belt all the time.

 

[JohnKSa]

My normal carry holster has heavy duty snaps (one way snaps are ideal) so I can remove it from the belt with the gun still holstered.

I won't use a holster that doesn't cover the trigger guard.

I make every effort to NEVER remove my gun from my holster when out and about because while it's in the holster it's essentially impossible to fire the gun.

 

[SHOOT1SAM]

:Good Ol' Boy:

I am getting ready to enter the world of everyday (most days) CC...Aside from being uncomfortable and inconvenient I personally think it could be a safety hazard given the already dangerous environments we are typically in

With all due respect, from someone who has carried constantly for more than a quarter of a century, your conflicting statements give me pause that you understand everyday CC and may not be truly ready to do so.

In the immortal words usually attributed to Bill Wilson, it's meant to be comforting, not comfortable.

Sam

 

[Sam1911]

I don't read any of that into his statement and would not deign to suggest that he doesn't understand or isn't ready for concealed carry. Seems awfully condescending.

I've carried a gun for a fair bit of time myself. There are places I do not do so. Some I don't carry into because of laws. Some I don't carry into because it is highly impractical to do so. As someone who's worked in and around construction, including working on job sites while carrying, that is definitely a situation that falls into the "impractical" side of things quite often.

While we all would like to claim to carry "everywhere 24/7" very VERY few people do, or can, or will. Calling someone else's analysis of the threat level they face in the life they are living faulty, and claiming that their personal balance of inconvenience-to-risk means they don't understand concealed carry is silly, if not insulting.

Sure it's supposed to be comforting, not comfortable. But burying it under a 25 lb tool belt, dragging it through crawl spaces and attics, exposing it to the grime, abrasiveness, and wear of job sites every single day might not be a good indicator of wisdom. In some areas, yeah probably would do that. In most places I've worked construction, never even heard raised voices and the gun would have been as useful as a pair of swim fins.


...

Reminds me a bit of a thread we once had something along the lines of how to carry concealed while SURFING.


Or "What gun for going under the knife? Carrying concealed during open heart surgery..."

 

[Flfiremedic]

Agreed...at construction sight is probably impractical. The other two questions, as I understand them are: cc'ing to sight, removing and replacing at the end of the day-and retention while cc'ing.
Let's address cc'ing to and from sight first. Several people have addressed this with IWBs with "pull the dot" and metal clips to belt-wear to sight, remove and safely secure in vehicle...and reverse at the end of the day. I agree, but the OP's situation might be somewhat unique, as he works compnstruction. There are quite a few good IWBs that allow for relatively quick removal and replacement...normally these would be great but for clarification from OP:
-Does your IWB or intended IWB require a size larger waist in pants? If so, in your environment you might be pretty uncomfortable towards the end of the day.
-Do you tend to work in cool and comfortable environments, or are you and your clothes sweaty at the end of the day? Replacing an IWB when you and your clothes are soaked will be a bit more difficult and not good on weapon or holster.
This would lend itself to a kydex holster or a paddle. Good ones are available...and can be had with retention devices.
If you are planning to drive to and from work only, a paddle such as the Serpa may suit you best. You can invest in better concealment options for off work time.
Retention...
This is a subject not discussed enough in general. With typical CCW, the weapon is or should be concealed well enough to not present an invitation...If someone can see the weapon and wants it, you need to be prepared...good leather IWBs should hold the weapon in place with normal activities, so if done right, a weapon sliding across the floor is less of a concern...but you must plan your activities accordingly.
Retention should be on your mind at all times...an elbow over the weapon and standing weapon side away from people are good starts. If you are still concerned, a thumb snap release will hold the weapon in place better...but don't let it give you the false sense of security. Situational and weapon awareness are your best friends.
The first weapons retention class I attended was a week long and ended in a broken wrist.
There are civilian classes that address weapons retention and CCW very well...Shivworks and Craig Douglas standout in my mind for this training, and I'd highly recommend it. Craig was an instructor when I was in the academy years ago.

 

[SHOOT1SAM]

Sam1911

Seems awfully condescending.

Not intended that way at all, but in reading through all of the prior posts, I somehow missed this:

Note: Specific to me, I'm in construction so just removing the gun and keeping the holster on would still be an inconvenience while trying to wear a tool belt

(Not sure whether that came in as an edit after the original post or if the coffee just hadn't kicked in yet...)

However, after re-reading, the OP seems to leave himself no other option than to have a truck gun during the week, as it seems that taking an IWB/OWB holster on & off is too much hassle for him, as well as the fact that he will not be carrying at work, regardless.

 

[redneck2]

I take a .40 Shield with me every day. I'm in sales, so it has to come off and on sometimes multiple times during the day. I use a paddle holster. Keep it on the seat beside me when driving, snaps on when going into stores, etc. comes off easily but would be nearly impossible for someone to yank off. Larger size tee shirt covers it.