Concealment suggestions.

[mjregi]

Thanks to all for the input. I am really getting comfortable with my IWB. I just have to buy some larger shorts for the warmer weather. Fortunately I lost some weight so most of my pants work great now. I have always worn untucked shirts so that doesn't look out of the ordinary. However my wife has lost all hope of me dressing my age?????

[Hoser]

Originally Posted by calex59

people love shoulder holsters but print through during the summer. This will get you jailed and your CCW revoked in some parts of CA....

Jailed? What would the charge be? What's the CPC section for printing?

[Glock32]

Originally Posted by calex59

Trust me, IWB is better than a shoulder holster. It can conceal when a shoulder holster can't. I have used both, plus an ankle holster(totally bogus BTW)and have to say IWB is the best. You may have a different experience but I would bet you end up with the IWB as your primary holster. I made my own, I didn't like the options that were offered(although some new ones are quite impressive) and so ended up sewing my own from leather taken from some old boots. If you choose an IWB try to get one hat has two belt loops, these are the best. Enough said, I am sure you will eventually make up your own mind as to what works best for you.

Sorry, but I don't trust you. As a matter of fact I totally disagree with your statements above.
Several members here carry their guns in shoulder holsters. I know of one who carries a full size 1911 in a Lou Alessi Bodyguard daily. I have never seen him in anything but a short sleeve shirt. Printing is not an issue in his case.
The fact that you say you made your own holster from some old boots tells me enough.

[Bombard]

I've encountered one of our members a couple of times. I knew - from the Forum - that he would be carrying a full size 1911 and 2 spare mags in a shoulder holster under an untucked, button front short sleeve cotton shirt.

As I looked at him, I wouldn't have have seen it even knowing to look for it. Maybe if he bent over or something. He's not large, maybe 5'8 and 160 (at a wild guess).

Even the worst concealment is better than you think it is.

[Justaguy]

Originally Posted by calex59

Trust me, IWB is better than a shoulder holster. It can conceal when a shoulder holster can't. I have used both, plus an ankle holster(totally bogus BTW)and have to say IWB is the best. You may have a different experience but I would bet you end up with the IWB as your primary holster. I made my own, I didn't like the options that were offered(although some new ones are quite impressive) and so ended up sewing my own from leather taken from some old boots. If you choose an IWB try to get one hat has two belt loops, these are the best. Enough said, I am sure you will eventually make up your own mind as to what works best for you.

Wow. Those are some pretty sweeping statements.

While they may hold true for you (and your height, weight and body shape), many here will disagree with you.

Rather than projecting your experience on others, I suggest you construct your statements to be in a more "personal experience" format.

I don't to be rude but I've noticed your comments/grammatical style seem to rub people the wrong way. I only bring this up in case you don't realize it. Sometimes the intent of a post doesn't translate well onto the computer screen (no inflections or subtlety).

I hope you take my comments in the manner they were intended, that being one of gentle instruction.

[calex59]

Originally Posted by mjregi

I am currently carrying my Springfield XD 45compact w/4"barrel in a DeSantis- Tuck This IWB holster. I am still new to all this and was wondering about any better options. Thanks MJREGI

Tuck-This!™

IWB holsters are probably the best bet. Get a leather one that has two belt loops, they will stay in position all day, and one loop or a spring clip will move about during the day, which will cause you to adjust it and if you do that while someone is watching that is a type of printing. I don't like composite holsters and I made my own out of leather( I am pretty good with leather) and made one belt loop but I made it in such a way that it doesn't move during carry. A really good IWB will cost some bucks but they are worth it in the long run if you can afford it.

There is also a holster on the market that fits under your pants in the front(directly in front) and they claim it is totally invisible. I have never used one, but you can do a search on the web and find many different types of CCW holsters, give it a try. Google Concealed Carry Holsters for a start.

[calex59]

Originally Posted by Justaguy

Wow. Those are some pretty sweeping statements.

While they may hold true for you (and your height, weight and body shape), many here will disagree with you.

Rather than projecting your experience on others, I suggest you construct your statements to be in a more "personal experience" format.

I don't to be rude but I've noticed your comments/grammatical style seem to rub people the wrong way. I only bring this up in case you don't realize it. Sometimes the intent of a post doesn't translate well onto the computer screen (no inflections or subtlety).

I hope you take my comments in the manner they were intended, that being one of gentle instruction.

Actually the manner in which your comments were given is actually a "I know better than you" type. If I rub people the wrong way it is because they are opinionated, as you seem to be and don't like to have their convictions contradicted by anyone, even someone who has lived long and done the "I have tried that and found it wanting" or "been there and found it works" scene. If you don't like my style fine. As far as what I think or my grammar, if that bothers you then I must label you, and anyone else who wishes to shut me up, as one of the left wing elite who think that my right to free speech should be predicated on whether I agree with you or not.

[RomanDad]

Originally Posted by calex59

Actually the manner in which your comments were given is actually a "I know better than you" type. If I rub people the wrong way it is because they are opinionated, as you seem to be and don't like to have their convictions contradicted by anyone, even someone who has lived long and done the "I have tried that and found it wanting" or "been there and found it works" scene. If you don't like my style fine. As far as what I think or my grammar, if that bothers you then I must label you, and anyone else who wishes to shut me up, as one of the left wing elite who think that my right to free speech should be predicated on whether I agree with you or not.

get over yourself.

[Bombard]

Originally Posted by calex59

Actually the manner in which your comments were given is actually a "I know better than you" type. If I rub people the wrong way it is because they are opinionated, as you seem to be and don't like to have their convictions contradicted by anyone, even someone who has lived long and done the "I have tried that and found it wanting" or "been there and found it works" scene. If you don't like my style fine. As far as what I think or my grammar, if that bothers you then I must label you, and anyone else who wishes to shut me up, as one of the left wing elite who think that my right to free speech should be predicated on whether I agree with you or not.

Welcome to CalCCW. CalCCW is a private owned and operated forum. Our rules of conduct are not controlled by the first amendment. It is - literally - OUR PROPERTY and you are here as a guest.

So far you have not been a particularly gracious guest.

[CalCCW03]

Originally Posted by calex59

Actually the manner in which your comments were given is actually a "I know better than you" type.

Actually, it is you that come off as a "I know better than you" type

If I rub people the wrong way it is because they are opinionated, as you seem to be and don't like to have their convictions contradicted by anyone,

Pot, meet kettle. Kettle meet pot. It seems you're both black.

even someone who has lived long and done the "I have tried that and found it wanting" or "been there and found it works" scene. If you don't like my style fine. As far as what I think or my grammar, if that bothers you then I must label you, and anyone else who wishes to shut me up, as one of the left wing elite who think that my right to free speech should be predicated on whether I agree with you or not.

1st ammendment does not apply here, this is a privately owned forum. Our rules can dictate whatever anyone can or can't say here. Your posting style is abrasive; this not just my opinion it is the opinion of quite a few long term members. We are more than happy to keep you as a member if you would just be a little more careful with your posting style.

[OCRancher]

And if the prevailing attitude is that certain people's opinions matter more than others, then start your own damn CCW website/forum! C59, maybe if you stopped replying and started to take time to move our cause forward instead, that energy might be more welcome here.

[Bombard]

Originally Posted by calex59

There is also a holster on the market that fits under your pants in the front(directly in front) and they claim it is totally invisible. I have never used one, but you can do a search on the web and find many different types of CCW holsters, give it a try. Google Concealed Carry Holsters for a start.

They're also impossible to sit down with, if you're carrying anything bigger than a NAA 22 and don't like severe stabbing pain.

Calex, from your first post you've been about as rude and abrasive as you can be. Are you trying to get yourself tossed off to make some kind of point?

[G30 Steve]

Originally Posted by mjregi

I am currently carrying my Springfield XD 45compact w/4"barrel in a DeSantis- Tuck This IWB holster. I am still new to all this and was wondering about any better options. Thanks MJREGI

Tuck-This!™

There is not a one holster, one method answer to your question.
Like most of us who know, you will likely end up with two holster boxes. A box full of those that work for YOU and another, less full hopefully, of those that don't.

Personal preference, comfort, concealability, style of dress, the weather, the people you have to be around (I'm thinking of hugger's and toucher's) and the places you need to be are all factors.

My daily holster is an Alessi ankle rig and/or an MTAC IWB (depending on my situation that day).

I also have a collection of CTAC Paddle OWB Holsters I wear when I need the ability to frequently go off and on. Also, handy for when my pants get too tight for the IWBs.

When I can get by with it, a fanny pack works great. I have two styles I really like, the Tommy's Gunpack and GunGear pack.

For Mt. Biking I have a Chest Pack that looks really dorky but it works very well.

For hunting or driving a shoulder holster is hard to beat.

Hope this stuff is helpful.