jeff kushner
Full Access Members
Damn! That looks a bit intense to be driving with but hell, I'm not about to question your FREEDOM to do as you choose! Good for you!
jeff
jeff
Kewl, got my CCL!
- Thread starter Habbibie
- Start date
Disclaimer: Links on this page pointing to Amazon, eBay and other sites may include affiliate code. If you click them and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission.
USMCBuckWild
Full Access Members
Not intense at all. Its much more convenient and easier to draw than actually on your person, especially with a seatbelt on. Also much more comfortable.
You don't want to know my loadout for more serious situations or the expectation of traveling into/through problem areas. Hurricanes and severe weather result in a significant increase in looting and violent crime.
Boy Scout moto: Be Prepared.
Allen Miller
Active Member
IL reciprocates exactly 0 CCL.
Only thing I'd change would be using a retention holter in that setup. A wreck or hard bump could turn it into a projectile...
OP
OP
Habbibie
Is it Christmas yet?
USM thanks for the pics, I'm trying to go the same route as your wife's explorer except I want it mounted closer to the belt buckle clip, ressesed below the seat cushion so it's not visible even with me not sitting there, plus I can engage it by pretended to be attempting to unbuckle myself
USMCBuckWild
Full Access Members
I tried that. The seat rubs the holster and applies pressure on it, which fumbles when drawing. Practice will be needed regardless as it is an atypical and awkward draw. You are fighting the console when you attempt to draw, its not a "clean wrap" as one is accustomed to when drawing from a traditional location holster. Having it down lower will make for a ln even more difficult draw. Another plus to using the IWB holster is that if you forget your typical or need it for a different situation; you always have a back-up readily available.
You would be surprised as to how many people never notice the pistol/holster in either vehicle. I have had several LEO actually ask to get into my truck and "test" it out.
USMCBuckWild
Full Access Members
It is quite sturdy and holds better than you would imagine; the top looks loose but the lower portion is quite snug. That holster does have a retention strap, I choose to not utilize it.
I have seen a few others who have used a SERPA holster (i did while deployed, used a SERPA mounted in the MRAP for added mobility inside) but not a huge fan of it as the ergonomics required to draw it effectively are difficult. If the SERPA was mounted to the dash in the same manner as mine, it has to be mounted in an "underhand draw". There is no feasible way to mount a SERPA style to the console without requiring 2 hands or being a contortionist.
To each his own; I won't dictate how someone else chooses to mount theirs. Well, not as long as its safe for all involved. Don't get me started on shoulder holsters.
Allen Miller
Active Member
Fair enough. I usually leave mine on my hip so that I can draw and unbuckle at the same time, and the retention on it is strong enough that my buddy was able to pick me up by the pistol.
And I'm curious your opinion on shoulder holsters... I don't like sweeping a 180 arc on the draw, especially when that includes my off-hand bicep, but I generally like them.
OP
OP
Habbibie
Is it Christmas yet?
Yea I think I need a more appropriate pistol to store in the car, the one I got is a little too big too over powered to make sense, also something that I can actually use at the range to practice, any recommendations? Thinking a glock or 1911... somewhere in that ball park, has to be semi auto no revolvers $500~$800. Guns are not my field of expertise but every recommendation I'll research thoroughly.
Currently I have, or had for a while a desert eagle 50, yes I know not the best first gun to own but it was a gift from my former employer. Hallow tips I believe 320 grit bullets in it can't remember on top of my head but the two gun ranges by me won't allow .50 cal weapons and I don't want to change the bolt size to .357 it's still too big to be concealed and appropriate for quick draw
Currently I have, or had for a while a desert eagle 50, yes I know not the best first gun to own but it was a gift from my former employer. Hallow tips I believe 320 grit bullets in it can't remember on top of my head but the two gun ranges by me won't allow .50 cal weapons and I don't want to change the bolt size to .357 it's still too big to be concealed and appropriate for quick draw
Clemson82
Full Access Members
Check out the SCCY CPX. You may want to find a range that lets you test drive different makes and models.
Allen Miller
Active Member
I'm very happy with my walthers. I've got a P99 AS (predecessor to the PPQ and PPX platforms) for my daily CCW, and my wife's got a PK380 for hers, but I've carried it pretty often if I want something a little more easily concealed than the P99... Mostly for places that I know don't like CCW, but don't screen at the door.
Similar threads
- Poll
