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Someone here sometime back posted pics of a screamin' neon fanny pack with a Million Moms March logo on it.srothstein wrote:In addition to the above suggestions, I might add that a little camouflage can work wonders. No, not a camo pattern on the cloth, but say a fanny pack that you have sewn a "Canon" or "Nikon" label to. it makes people think it is a camera pack instead of just screamin g gun like you might think they do.
That is baiting.KBCraig wrote:Someone here sometime back posted pics of a screamin' neon fanny pack with a Million Moms March logo on it.srothstein wrote:In addition to the above suggestions, I might add that a little camouflage can work wonders. No, not a camo pattern on the cloth, but say a fanny pack that you have sewn a "Canon" or "Nikon" label to. it makes people think it is a camera pack instead of just screamin g gun like you might think they do.
You might check out the Camelbak Goblin, which combines a fanny pack and hydration system similar to a type that folks use when exercising. It attracts virtually no attention. View the link at:I'm going to go try to find a low profile fanny pack,
troglodyte wrote:I used to have a small scooter and I remember the lock being more of a formality than security. Not something I would want to leave a firearm in. Do what you can to beef up the lock. In addition see if you can figure out a way to put a Kypton cable with a real lock on it. You can then secure the cable and firearm directly to the frame. It may take some drilling or cutting to gain access to the underside and frame but it will deter the guy with a screwdriver that pries your compartment open.
I did such in my truck as the console doesn't lock (not that the oem lock is worth anything). I used an eyebolt with the cable. Eyebolt is bolted through the floorpan and cotterpinned on the underside. Cable goes through the eye, through the trigger guard (after safety unloading and clearing...and rechecking), then a sturdy lock is attached.
You will have to be creative to disarm, unload, and clear the weapon out in the open. Maybe there is an out-of-the-way place where you can discreetly take care of business.
It's not 100% but it will get through a smash and grab. Bolt cutters would even have a harder time since it is a tight compartment. I don't leave it locked up for extended periods or overnight.
Just the thought of leaving a firearm on a motorbike is a tad scary to me. Be careful and think it out.
Kyptonite cable for bike seats. I know it can hold up to some attacks as I have a mauled one that someone thought they could cut through to get a tool box. I still have the toolbox and cable.
http://www.kryptonitelock.com/Products/ ... 1&pid=1122
Why would he need to unload and clear a SD weapon that he is securing in a locked compartment? Not only does this prevent quick access to a usable firearm should the need arise, but introduces unnecessary handling of the weapon in a public area. The only time my carry pistol is unloaded is between mags at the range, when showing it to someone else, and during cleaning. There's no good reason to clear the gun when stowing it away like this.troglodyte wrote: You will have to be creative to disarm, unload, and clear the weapon out in the open. Maybe there is an out-of-the-way place where you can discreetly take care of business.
I agree. I would keep mine ready to fire at all times unless needed to be unloaded such as cleaning or instructed by an officer or worker at the gun range. There have been many reports of people being robbed in the parking lots as they go to their vehicle. In the event that were to occur, I want to be ready. I would hate to be killed by a thug when I have an unloaded pistol on me.NcongruNt wrote:Why would he need to unload and clear a SD weapon that he is securing in a locked compartment? Not only does this prevent quick access to a usable firearm should the need arise, but introduces unnecessary handling of the weapon in a public area. The only time my carry pistol is unloaded is between mags at the range, when showing it to someone else, and during cleaning. There's no good reason to clear the gun when stowing it away like this.troglodyte wrote: You will have to be creative to disarm, unload, and clear the weapon out in the open. Maybe there is an out-of-the-way place where you can discreetly take care of business.
you forgot Dry Fire practice...NcongruNt wrote: The only time my carry pistol is unloaded is between mags at the range, when showing it to someone else, and during cleaning. There's no good reason to clear the gun when stowing it away like this.
You are correct.DoubleJ wrote:you forgot Dry Fire practice...NcongruNt wrote: The only time my carry pistol is unloaded is between mags at the range, when showing it to someone else, and during cleaning. There's no good reason to clear the gun when stowing it away like this.
Great suggestion!srothstein wrote:In addition to the above suggestions, I might add that a little camouflage can work wonders. No, not a camo pattern on the cloth, but say a fanny pack that you have sewn a "Canon" or "Nikon" label to. it makes people think it is a camera pack instead of just screamin g gun like you might think they do.
NcongruNt wrote:Why would he need to unload and clear a SD weapon that he is securing in a locked compartment? Not only does this prevent quick access to a usable firearm should the need arise, but introduces unnecessary handling of the weapon in a public area. The only time my carry pistol is unloaded is between mags at the range, when showing it to someone else, and during cleaning. There's no good reason to clear the gun when stowing it away like this.troglodyte wrote: You will have to be creative to disarm, unload, and clear the weapon out in the open. Maybe there is an out-of-the-way place where you can discreetly take care of business.
