A-R wrote:Haven't had my eyes on this thread in a while, but last night while looking for something else on YouTube I stumbled across the videos that UpTheIrons posted here back in October from "faliaphotography". I had the same "eureka" moment he had. I came back to this thread to post her vids; glad to see I was beaten to it. But did want to additionally post this particular video because it seems especially good as a starting point for discussion of holster/carry issues and options specific to women:
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By the way, seeing how huge that little LCR looks on her tiny frame I now have a newfound respect when small-statured folks (male or female) complain of having difficulty concealing. It's a totally different type of problem than what us big ol' boys experience. But it is an issue that must be overcome with some creativity and multiple available carry methods.
a big tip of the hat to all of the ladies who make the effort to carry on body daily. I yet again have even more newfound respect for the trial and error you go through to do so.
When she's old enough (at least 16 more years to go unless the 18-year-olds in Lubbock case prevail), I hope to use these videos and other similar info to counsel my daughter if/when she decides to get a CHL. I hope she does, and I pray that by then she'll be able to carry to college and at her jobs post-college.
I got permission from this lady to use her videos at this year's TexasCHLforum Day at PSC. I've also asked if she would be interested in doing a seminar on this topic, but I haven't heard back. I think the ladies would enjoy her doing a seminar on this issue.
I haven't worn the Kramer-type shirt, but I do have a quasi-bellyband that has a shoulder strap much like a shoulder holster. It works much better than a true bellyband since the shoulder strap bears the weight and you don't have to pull the bellyband portion so tight you can't breathe. I've used it only once or twice, so I can't give much of a field report. Although it's a totally different holster, it is functionally the same as the photo.
Chas.
Hoi Polloi wrote:Thanks!
I watched a video last night on a Kangaroo Carry equivalent. I thought the pocket was a little too flimsy with no retention, and the guy's Glock didn't fit the width so it was even more wobbly. The guy recommended it, but it didn't look like something I'd feel comfortable with. Along the same lines, a friend of mine sent me a link to this, which seems like it takes care of those issue with carrying in that location without adding straps and such that need to be hidden like a traditional shoulder holster. I dunno. I do know that I'm not built like her, but figure the arm will do much to hide it. Any experiences with anything like that? I would also like to avoid buying everything to find out if it will work! lol
Shoulder holsters are actually a pretty good alternative for many women, as long as your build will allow you to reach the gun. The combination of short arms and large . . . well . . . you know . . . will make it impossible to get firing grip on the pistol using just one hand. If you can reach it, then a shoulder holster is a viable option. There are a lot of different ones made in everything from fabric to leather. I have three, but very rarely use them because they're not needed. I think the Galco Jackass rig (without the extra mag carrier) is would be something you may want to consider.
Chas.
Hoi Polloi wrote:
MoJo wrote:Have you considered an OWB at all? A pancake holster will hold the gun in the spot you are indicating. A supertuck once it sets to your body will do the same. You also need to consider a good sturdy belt and remember if you are carrying IWB you need pants at least one size bigger to accommodate the gun and holster.
With the kids around and with how much moving I'm doing, and how much moving my clothes do independent of me like when kids are on my hip or running around me in circles, I'm really thinking that OWB wouldn't be the wisest choice for me. I know the legality of it accidentally showing is fine, but I don't want to "flash" all the moms at the park with a big lookie-here or have a big and accessible bulge for a curious kiddo to be messing with if I have other options, either. I'd really like it to be against me so that I can feel it and stay aware of it, especially in relation to who is near it. The further it gets from me, the less I can do that.
The supertuck didn't work because it set too low once on my waistband. You'll notice in the picture above where my natural waist is and then where my pants are. Putting the gun any lower than where it is in the picture will give me a funny looking tail. I know OWB is more likely to carry it up higher like that. Are there any IWB that would? Or any shoulder or ankle or other holsters I should more seriously look in to?
a big tip of the hat to all of the ladies who make the effort to carry on body daily. I yet again have even more newfound respect for the trial and error you go through to do so.
