Soybomb said:Wow pretty impressive, thanks for the pics NineseveN, think if your gun were an additional .75" long you would have more trouble hiding it? I'm trying to size them up and it seems like at 7.75" you might wind up with muzzle printing.
KurtC said:There are numerous reasons why horizontal shoulder holsters are prohibited by nearly every major law enforcement organization.
First of all, they violate the 1st rule of firearm safety: Never point a gun at anything you do not intend to shoot.
You need to carry the way you train, and instructors won't even allow horizontal holsters on a range. Nobody want's a gun pointing in the wrong direction, with some fool waving it past folks when he draws.
Gravity should work for you, not against you. Nearly all horizontal holsters point muzzle up, with some sort of "safety" mechanism to defy the law of gravity. Your gun will fall out when you least need it to. If it hasn't happened yet, you still have that experience to look forward to.
If you are carrying a handgun, it is vitally important that you be able to re-holster using just one hand. It is also important to note that most accidental discharges occur during reholstering. A horizontal holster will dictate that the gun is pointed at friendlies or loved ones while you are doing this.
If you wish to carry on the opposite side, get a vertical belt holster with the extra loop near the trigger guard. It will pull the butt in close against your stomach, and still allow instant access (even while seated). Just remember to draw the gun straight up, then raise the muzzle to point only in the direction of the threat.
NineseveN said:Remember, don't bend over with a gun on your belt in the supermarket, someone might get shot.
Fantastic don't carry one. The local range only allows leo's to use holsters (yay illinois) at the range. Practice drawing is not a range activity for all. I am quite confident my gun will not fire when its in its holster. Trigger discipline keeps me from worrying when my hand is on it. Falling out is an absurd arguement.KurtC said:There are numerous reasons why horizontal shoulder holsters are prohibited by nearly every major law enforcement organization.
First of all, they violate the 1st rule of firearm safety: Never point a gun at anything you do not intend to shoot.
You need to carry the way you train, and instructors won't even allow horizontal holsters on a range. Nobody want's a gun pointing in the wrong direction, with some fool waving it past folks when he draws.
Gravity should work for you, not against you. Nearly all horizontal holsters point muzzle up, with some sort of "safety" mechanism to defy the law of gravity. Your gun will fall out when you least need it to. If it hasn't happened yet, you still have that experience to look forward to.
If you are carrying a handgun, it is vitally important that you be able to re-holster using just one hand. It is also important to note that most accidental discharges occur during reholstering. A horizontal holster will dictate that the gun is pointed at friendlies or loved ones while you are doing this.
If you wish to carry on the opposite side, get a vertical belt holster with the extra loop near the trigger guard. It will pull the butt in close against your stomach, and still allow instant access (even while seated). Just remember to draw the gun straight up, then raise the muzzle to point only in the direction of the threat.
Car Knocker said:And certainly never carry on an upper floor of an apartment building.
KC&97TA said:I took the tie-downs off and had the local tactical store cut me a strap and a little slider that fit around my back, so when the pistol is pulled from the holser it pulls against my back, not my trousers, it's alot more comfortable. I've used it for carry over my military blouse a few times and it's extremly comfortable, no drop holster in the way and quick access from a vehicle.
Soybomb said:Thanks for all the advice, I put my name down on the list for an alessi bodyguard for a sig p226 this week. I am a little concerned about my shirts not being heavy enough to keep them from printing but its worth a shot. And now the wait begins...