My primary is a P-11 carried IWB in a tuckable holster, in the appendix position (1 o'clock). I've wanted a backup that was more accessible when seated, especially when driving. I've long been interested in a rig for carrying a spare light and knife, along with the pistol and its reload, so I designed it as a double shoulder rig.
I tried to contact George Matheis (Mercop), for a double-sided MercHarness (http://www.moderncombativesystems.com/d ... arness.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;), but there was no reply. I finally made my own, with paracord and vinyl tubing. I had to stitch the point where the cords cross behind my back to keep the connector from shifting when I draw the pistol. I slid the piece of tubing to cover the stitches.
The knife is tied onto the off-side carrier and can be removed in a few seconds.
Here is everything laid out. The light is an Inova X-1, with an O-ring as a "Tiger Ring" lanyard. My index finger goes through it, and the light can be flipped onto the back of the hand if necessary. The knife is a Frosts Triflex Tradesman (differentially heat-treated, Scandinavian grind in which there is no secondary bevel). I cut the blade down to 3-3/8" and made a new handle for it of Pakkawood, with an epoxy-soaked cord wrap, and a Kydex sheath.
I may remove the knife, much as I like it. It is so smooth to draw, and it fits my hand very, very well. It feels a bit "mall ninja" to carry so much gear with a backup pistol, though!
Respectfully submitted,
Dirty Bob
