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Our church youth are participating in an outdoor program this week and all will be dressed in period correct clothing. After talking with retired LEO who will be attending, they've encouraged CCW. What options do I have, if any, under a shirt that will be tucked in, a belt and suspenders? P229 | ||
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There are a number of ways to carry with a tucked-in shirt: Pocket holster Ankle holster Tuckable IWB holster Belly band Smart Carry pouch Pack/satchel | |||
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Here's something on SmartCarry I first posted several years ago: It works for me. CCW holsters are a balance between concealment, comfort, and accessibility, and my first priority is concealment. Sometimes I carry my LCP or PM9 in a pocket, but most of the time it’s in Smart Carry. I also have a super-size model and on rare occasions I carry my G-19 and two spare mags. I no longer carry my 642 or PPS, but like the LCP, PM9, and now G-43 they fit fine in my medium (holster, not hip size) Smart Carry. You buy the size holster for the largest gun you plan to carry. Comfort is not an issue on long trips; Last fall I drove east (2500 miles r/t) with my LCP and almost forgot it was there. Pros: No cover garment, shirt can be tucked in or out Wear under shorts, long pants, or sweats. Even business casual. One size holster fits almost all No one looks there Superior concealment Slot for spare mag/speed strip Can draw with support hand Cons: May not support a heavy gun Potentially slower draw Reluctance to keep a gun there Need to buy pants one size larger Other members may have additional pros and cons. It's not the perfect holster, it’s not for everyone, but Smart Carry works for me. | |||
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I like either Alien Gear (their Cloak Tuk 3.0) or a Milt Sparks VM-2 with Sparks' proprietary clips to allow for IWB "tucked" carry. The fact that you need something this week could be an issue time-wise. What are you planning to carry? I have an Alien Gear sized for a 1911 and a VM-2 sized for a J-frame, also a VM-2 sized for a 9mm or .40 Glock. If one of these might work for you, maybe I could send one to you as a loaner? Let me know...email address is in my profile. (Edited to add: I see "P229" at the bottom of your post. Not sure if that's your signature line or if you're stating there that's the gun you need to be able to carry. If it's indeed a 229, I wouldn't have any holsters to offer for use). "The sea was angry that day, my friends - like an old man trying to send back soup in a deli." - George Costanza | |||
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I use a Comp-Tac tuckable IWB (I think the model is the minotaur). Works great for me with either a 229 or a Glock 32. The key for me is to "blouse" my shirt slightly all around my waist. | |||
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I am such a fan of this holster; sometimes feel like I am the only one. ___________________________ All it takes...is all you got. ____________________________ For those who have fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ | |||
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Tuckable IWB would be my top choice, based on what I currently own. The clips would be visible, but likely only noticed by someone that knew what they were. 2nd option for me would be pocket carry, assuming that would work in your 'period correct' garments. The Enemy's gate is down. | |||
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During the cool months I use and IWB tuckable under a button down shirt at work at 3 o clock. _________________________ OH, Bonnie McMurray! | |||
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I bought a Vedder Holster Light Tuck holster for my P228 just so I could carry it AIWB when in dress clothes and a suit jacket was not a reliable cover garment. This was only for situations when open carry was not an option (normally when in a suit I just use the suit jacket to conceal, but open carry when suit jacket comes off). | |||
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I have a galco king tuk holster that I wear when I must tuck in my shirt. It's fairly inexpensive and easy to find off the shelf at several of my local gun stores. | |||
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I have this exact holster for my CZ P01 that I wear daily from Clearwater Tactical. It is very comfortable and has adjustable cant for either aiwb or strong side carry. http://clearwater-tactical.com...dual_layer_holsters/  | |||
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^^^^^This. You'll find it at this LINK. It'll take a while to get to you, though, something over four months. This is what they say about their backlog:
But it's worth the wait. Thanks, Sap | |||
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^^ Hey, glad to see another VM-2 fan! If one can't wait, Top Gun Supply often has a fair selection of VM-2s in-stock (the Kydex clips, too). To the OP - how did it all go at the event? "The sea was angry that day, my friends - like an old man trying to send back soup in a deli." - George Costanza | |||
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You are not alone........ R | |||
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The cake is a lie! |
I pocket carry for those few times a year when I have to wear a suit. Although my IWB holsters are tuckable, I prefer to just switch to my LCP and pocket carry in a Nemesis holster. | |||
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