dcm wrote:I am new to the CC world and would love to have some advice. I have a P220 and P226...both full frame guns. My work requires me to wear dress slacks, shirt and tie. Jackets aren't usually an option in my work place. I am working to figure out if I can conceal either of these guns or if I need to get something more compact. Does anyone have suggestions on what type of holster system would work for this attire? Thanks in advance
Not to repeat what everyone else is saying, but I work in pretty much the same environment, and here's my observations...
1) It's a commitment to lifestyle change. We often forget to mention that, since we've all done it and now take it for granted.
2) No two of us can carry and conceal the same ways. That being said, with the proper thought and equipment, most any gun can be successfully (and with reasonable comfort) be concealed and carried. There are exceptions (Desert eagle, etc.)
3) When starting into the process of daily concealed carry, it's not a bad idea to start with a smaller gun and work your way up to your full-size carry. Personally, I carried a J-Frame daily, and migrated into the 1911's I carry daily today. The smaller gun *is* a little easier to conceal, takes less space in your (waistband, pocket, whatever).
4) One of the keys to successfully carrying without being made, is to be in a position that you're comfortable carrying it, and "forget it's there." if you don't notice, neither will anyone else.
5) Once you've been carrying a gun for a couple of months, you'll change your wardrobe. Not significantly, but it will change. You'll buy XL instead of L, 38" waist pants instead of 36", etc.
All the above being said, your mileage my vary, and I am not an expert, all those standard disclaimers.
You *can* carry a large "fightin' pistol" in the proverbial white shirt and tie, but it takes some thought and the right equipment. Personally I use a MTAC, but the Supertuck is very popular.
--Chris