Carry options

[Gare]

I used to have A RUGER Silver redhawk 44 magnum.I thought i no longer needed it. Now after watching Youtube about trail walkers and horse back riders in the west I am sure I still should have a big gun. for me and my wifes protection from even wild ANIMALS !!
I plan to ride out west again this year and want to be safe on the trails with my horses

 

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[releventchair]

I used to have A RUGER Silver redhawk 44 magnum.I thought i no longer needed it. Now after watching Youtube about trail walkers and horse back riders in the west I am sure I still should have a big gun. for me and my wifes protection from even wild ANIMALS !!
I plan to ride out west again this year and want to be safe on the trails with my horses

I'm in possession of a Blackhawk I'll leave off shooting a while.
A previous .44 knocked my light frame around too much and we parted ways. During one range time on one shot my wheelchair popped a wheelie ,the side gate on the revolver popped open, and my shooting stick hit the ground.
I'm confident a .44 mag. would about rock me off a horse. I'm missing a leg at the hip and it would be hard enough staying atop without shooting.

Went to a GP 100 .357 mag. to compliment a .38 stubbie and a 77/.357 rifle.
Changed the grips away from the stock "dog turd" though they were not real bad. Just weren't perfect for me.
Much better accuracy not flinching. l.o.l..
Rides fine in a tanker style holster.( El Paso Saddlery built the holster.)

But if a .44 suits you , enjoy!

 

[Charlie P. (NY)]

Last count I had 10 different holsters for my EDC S&W Shield 9.

In populated areas because of the squatting and bending might "print" I prefer a shoulder rig under a light vest for most detecting. My favorite is a horizontal Safariland 7053 with a thumb/button release and retains the pistol no matter how far or fast I lean forward. Though if it's "sweater weather" I sometimes wear a light hoodie (always the full zipper front type).

I just got an Urban Carry that is a "deep tuck" pouch in front of my hip. Jury is still out on that for detecting. It's OK with looser pants - like pleated Dockers, but with jeans and trying to squat down it can be a little intrusive.

In the woods or fields anything goes. A high-ride OWB rig and an untucked shirt.

 

[Blewfur]

Last count I had 10 different holsters for my EDC S&W Shield 9.

In populated areas because of the squatting and bending might "print" I prefer a shoulder rig under a light vest for most detecting. My favorite is a horizontal Safariland 7053 with a thumb/button release and retains the pistol no matter how far or fast I lean forward. Though if it's "sweater weather" I sometimes wear a light hoodie (always the full zipper front type).

I just got an Urban Carry that is a "deep tuck" pouch in front of my hip. Jury is still out on that for detecting. It's OK with looser pants - like pleated Dockers, but with jeans and trying to squat down it can be a little intrusive.

In the woods or fields anything goes. A high-ride OWB rig and an untucked shirt.

For those that carry concealed while detecting - What concealed carry method/holster do you use. With all the stuff most of use carry (tool bag/trash bag etc...) and the constant up and down, what is working for you.

When I carry, it is one of several 9 mm with defensive rounds. I carry in an inside the waistband holster. Here in Texas, I don’t have to have it concealed so I don’t worry about printing but I do try to keep it out of site.

There are places I don’t carry, but try to maintain situational awareness in those places.

I hope I never need to use it, but I am going to protect myself and my family!