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I have and wear the 5-11 Tactical Vest. I carry on my hip though, and use the extra pockets it carries only when I really need to. I use it mostly just to cover the weapon. I get a lot of questions about fishing because everyone seems to assume it is a fishing vest (which raises a few eyebrows at work).

I originally got the vest for the concealed carry system it has built into it. I found that the vest will conceal a full size 1911 with no problem, but wearing it is a separate issue. The weight of a full size pistol will pull down on the vest and is uncomfortable for me. I am just guessing that it is something you could get used to if you really wanted. The vest does have straps built in to snap it to your belt for extra support if needed.

One of the reasons I did not keep trying to carry with the vest is my personal preference. I have carried on my hip for so many years that my hand goes there when i need the weapon without thinking about it. If I carried in the vest pocket, it would require me developing a completely new set of habits and muscle memory. I am too lazy to really do the practice this would require.