Solution for myself: 1. on my person. 2. one specific to my vehicle (concealed) but within easy reach. Not everyone can or wants to do this. This is what works for me.
I always have it off my body, in side of door, easily retrievable in a hurry or tricky situation, also someone can't see I'm grabbing it if they have already approached my vehicle. On the body is noticeable, in my opinion of course. Errbody has their own thing 😀
Suggestions for lefties? Best I've found is crossdraw, but that presents it's own challenges since I would either be stuck with crossdraw all day or have to change my carry position (and likely holster) every time I get in or out of the truck. Which defeats the purpose of carrying concealed, as stated. Note: I can shoot right handed, so a fixed holster in the vehicle that I transfer to and from, as mentioned, is an option. But I have the same druther with that as stated in the video.
Cross draw works best for me in any situation. Concealed or open carry. Much harder for anyone to grab. Natural and quick deployment. Best position when seated. Does not require a great deal of movement. No elbow up in the air. No muzzle pointed at arteries/privates. Don't know why everyone pretty much does not cover all the benefits of cross draw.
@@charliecharlie1761 I'm not sure I follow you, unless you're only carrying a full sized pistol or revolver. My elbow moves much less with standard draw with a G19 or G26 at standard position than crossdraw. It takes far fewer inches to move it into a position I can shoot from, too.
@Will Cresson I'm a lefty as well and have not discovered a solution for concealed carrying in a vehicle. Easier for a right handed shooter than it is for a left handed one. Cross draw would probably be the only solution that may work, however, elbow possibly hitting the driver side door after successfully drawing will definitely be a negative factor to consider.
Sonny Crockett rocked the shoulder rig in his Ferrari Testarossa. I do the same whenever I’m driving my Ferrari in Miami. I will not, however, wear shoes without socks because that doesn’t make sense.
I like your idea... I am also looking more seriously into apendix carry it does feel more comfortable and allows a faster time of draw to 2 handed deployment....
On duty, I use a Safariland QLS on my belt (right side) and another on left side of my vest (cross draw). Off-duty, apendix carry offers the best balance between draw speed and concealment.
I typically leave mine in the driver’s-side door. I also have a concern for wearing appendix while driving. If that seat belt is on the belt line, along with the pistol, that would likely hurt badly in a wreck if that seat belt pushing against your gun pushing against your body is the only thing keeping you in your vehicle.
I appendix carry in the car but I also put the shoulder part of the seatbelt under my arm instead of over the shoulder. Just a suggestion. Much easier to clear the belt and get out or move the upper body if necessary. Safer as far as driving? I doubt it but that’s a concession I am willing to make.
i carry a g19 in a pocket holster. i have duluth firehose pants with a large deep pocket on the side which is easy to draw from. there is a large leg pocket below that which has a flap that can be secured to the inside of the pocket much like a large rear jeans pocket. the pistol is readily available with nothing to impede the draw. it works for me as i’m definitely not built for appendix carry.
Appendix carry all the way. Mind the safety rules, try not to flag yourself, and above all keep the booger hook off the bang switch until absolutely certain engagement is necessary. Another option is possibly evac with the vehicle, but totally circumstantial
I carry at the 4 o'clock position, and when I'm driving, I simply tuck my shirt in behind the gun, and when I draw, I simply lean forward toward the steering wheel. Thus gives me plenty of space for a good grip and I never have a problem with the seat belt. But like all positions, it takes practice but it seems to work for me
When it comes to appendix, especially sitting, I can’t bring myself to ignore rule #1 and have my weapon pointing at myself through the carry and the draw.
I feel that carrying out of the waist at 2 o’clock is more accessible and safer in case of an accidental discharge. The bore of the gun is laying over the thigh aiming at the floor and not at the genitalia. It is in a midway between appendix and 3 o’clock. A small 9 mm pistol can be easily concealed with an untucked shirt in that position.
AIWB is the king of carry. Period. Working off your back, can still draw no problem, find yourself in someone’s guard, you can still draw, seated or even with a seat belt, you can still draw quickly. Why wouldn’t you want to carry appendix?
I typically ride with my gun on my lap and move it when needed. (Under my leg , or in the center console if im being pulled over) You never know when a threat will confront you. I'd rather not look like I'm having a seizure reaching for my gun as I carry at the 4- 4:30 position. Holster and re Holster upon entry and exit of my vehicle.
sitting in the car hurts and it digs into me pretty bad glock with 43x. trying different positions to see what works best. i found that i need the holster to hit a bit higher when sitting down
Thinking about doing Uber as well as carrying a gun. Thanks for the video. Seems like a good position for what I'm looking for is left side appendix carry (Cross draw i think its called) to keep the gun further away from front passenger. Anybody have any thoughts on this?
Yeah in the car too. Yes it’s still comfortable. You just have to push out slightly when you first sit down but it’s comfortable. I would also recommend adding foam wedges from Tier 1 Concealment to the back of the holster for added comfort if you need it.
I have a magnet mount on my dash to the lower right of my steering wheel. It's basically right in front of my right knee, doesn't get in the way and I'm 5'11". I just re holster the weapon before I exit the vehicle
I carry 4 o'clock owb a g19 but i move towards the steering wheel to draw and also im not a tall nor big guy so it works for me also y drive shotgun 50% of the time in that case the seat belt is not an issue either
I think your exactly right. This has extra benefits for right handed operators because you can cover 3 out of 4 windows. Left hand operators can only cover 2 out of 4 windows.
Cross draw works best for me in any situation. Concealed or open carry. Much harder for anyone to grab. Natural and quick deployment. Best position when seated. Does not require a great deal of movement. No elbow up in the air. No muzzle pointed at arteries/privates. Don't know why everyone pretty much does not cover all the benefits of cross draw.
Only if someone controls your centerline or your muscles seize up preventing twisting will that bea problem. But if someone is up in your mug already, something went terribly wrong. For chronic muscle problems, ketosis and aspirin work wonders
I'd like to have a cross draw holster just because of the comfort and the fact that drawing while setting is an option. But $250 is a bit stiff. Especially If I have to reconsider my draw style and my style style. James bond is cool but I only have 2 or 3 white button ups. And prefer concealed carry and it's 85 degrees+ 8 months out of the year in New mexico. So an over coat is out of the question I really do want to get a shoulder holster. (And a Walther and a Aston martin🤣) if I get the extra money I'll get one strictly for open carry and for the cold months. Especially having a 1911 I feel that a shoulder holster and a 1911 just go together.
@@charliecharlie1761 I’m not trained, but have come to the same conclusion for myself since I’m in and out of the vehicle a lot: crossdraw for all the reasons you said. No way am I carrying appendix sitting down, muzzle at myself through the carry and the draw.
I keep getting unsubscribed from a lot of these 2A channels.. this week I’ve resubscribed to multiple accounts i was already subscribed to.. has this occurred to anyone else?
I'm just not comfortable enough with my skills to carry appendix. The risk of blowing my junk off is a scary thought. I carry between appendix and hip so 2:00? Let me know if that's a bad idea .
It's not popular but I prefer cross drow off my left hip whith my right hand it's wate I practice I've found less obstacles that way but in a close range situation you may have to push away. But at that point you're probably already hert so try not to let it get that close.
Cross draw works best for me in any situation. Concealed or open carry. Much harder for anyone to grab. Natural and quick deployment. Best position when seated. Does not require a great deal of movement. No elbow up in the air. No muzzle pointed at arteries/privates. Don't know why everyone pretty much does not cover all the benefits of cross draw.
Appendix, tho it can be a bit fussy getting comfortable. Have to jack my shit way up when I get in and usually fuss a bit getting comfortable. I could stand to lose some weight. I’m finding the #1 issue with appendix is…don’t be fat.
Appendix carry while on long drives is unbearable. Holster and gun dig into soft tissue. Strong side carry the best for me. Unlatch seat belt and draw. To many of us CCers believe we have to be Doc Holiday or Johnny Ringo. I wouldnt leave a roscoe unsecured in a vehicle. Could be bad news in the event of a collision. Do whatever your comfortable with. I wear my IWB holster between my belt and pants not actually in the waistband of my pants. This allows me to easily change pistol position.....slide it to appendix for standing or lets say walking around, slide it back to 3o clock to sit etc. Very versatile
Massad Ayoob recommends ankle carry for citizens to have easy and quick access to a pistol while driving. This works great. I tried left hand draw - very clean but weak shooting. It's an hour and a half from the house to the ranch, so I set up for vehicle carry on my body rather than jumping in and out of the car like a quail hunter. Ranch is close to the mexican border.
