Not sure if you knew this but. Under the front flap where the front pouch attaches to the main compartment. There is another compartment that is sealed by velcro.
No, the pistol desired pocket can not be lock, it only has one zip, the main compartment has 2 zipper and could be rigged to do that, but it is not designed that way.
Thanks, was just gonna ask that. My Condor EDC bag does not say Condor on the front bigg buckle like I see a lot of peoples have. Thought maybe mine was a knock off. It's made to Condor standards, I'd run their gear in combat if I were still in. Love their stuff, great price for a MIL/LE pay check. Same here I try to support US made, but they make good shit...can't deny it.