Members Dirck Posted August 30, 2012 Members Report Posted August 30, 2012 Attached picks are of a wet molded holster for a pea shooter. But a pea shooter on my belt, instead of in my pocket. About 1" x 4" x 6"'s 3-4oz veg, wet molded over a nylon block. It has room for a .380 and a spare magazine. Belt tunnel set to ride the top even with belt top. It's small enough to not interfere with my front pocket. I've worn a similar phone case, slightly smaller, for about three months. And no one batted an eye when I switched to this. While I don't think it's "pretty" enough for a technical leather worker critique, I'm interested in what the holster guys think of the style. I see a one inch larger one holding a 9mm in my future. So, please? Quote
Contributing Member SooperJake Posted August 30, 2012 Contributing Member Report Posted August 30, 2012 Before I started making holsters I purchased a somewhat similar case supposedly made for the Ruger LCP. Most awkward thing I ever wore. It snagged on everything and it seemed like I was carrying a "murse". I never left the house with it, but it does store my pocket camera and accessories smartly, now. Since this looks much tighter to the gun, and thus to your belt, I'd have to wear it to know for sure. Horizontal carry is more fumble than swift, in my book. The question is "would you bet your life on it" if it is used as your your primary weapon holster? If this is a backup weapon, I'd say that is a different story. Jake Quote Once you know what the magician know.... it isn't magic anymore.
KAYAK45 Posted August 30, 2012 Report Posted August 30, 2012 Jake: Not that bad if you live in Illinois and unloaded in a case is the only LEGAL way to carry. MUCH.. better than nothing, to my mind. Nice carry case. Gives me ideas. Thanks, Dirk Kevin Quote Once believed in GOD and the DOllAR...... Hello God!
Contributing Member SooperJake Posted August 31, 2012 Contributing Member Report Posted August 31, 2012 You mean Illinois allows you to own firearms now? This is progress... (wink) Jake Quote Once you know what the magician know.... it isn't magic anymore.
Members D Fingers Posted August 31, 2012 Members Report Posted August 31, 2012 1346361856[/url]' post='262410']Jake: Not that bad if you live in Illinois and unloaded in a case is the only LEGAL way to carry. MUCH.. better than nothing, to my mind. Nice carry case. Gives me ideas. Thanks, Dirk Kevin This is why one should not live in Illinois:(! Quote
Members cdf Posted August 31, 2012 Members Report Posted August 31, 2012 Interesting concept , "smart phone " cases attract 0 attention , and can be worn with anything from a business suit to beachware . I've given thought to prototyping something . I'd worry about speed of access . Chris Quote
Members DoubleBarP Posted August 31, 2012 Members Report Posted August 31, 2012 From the perspective of having carried a handgun for over 3 decades. Any holster should provide a shooting grip in the holster before the firearm is drawn... While your case is nice it is not a holster. Better to make a pocket holster and carry it that way... Way more secure and easier to access the firearm... JMHO... DBP Quote
Members katsass Posted August 31, 2012 Members Report Posted August 31, 2012 (edited) From the old grump: Gotta agree with DBP. As one who has also carried a handgun for (now) over 40 years, both on duty and off, you have to give up some speed and/or availability with a pocket, IWB, or (actually) any concealed handgun rig -- when compared to open carry.. But to my way of seeing things, you're giving up WAAAAY too much with this rig. To me, it's a nice little pouch to put your shooter in and stuff in a drawer. JMHO. Mike Edited August 31, 2012 by katsass Quote NOTE TO SELF: Never try to hold a cat and an operating Dust buster at the same time!! At my age I find that I can live without sex..........but not without my glasses. Being old has an advantage.......nobody expects me to do anything in a hurry.
KAYAK45 Posted August 31, 2012 Report Posted August 31, 2012 Katsass and others: I totally agree with the Carry words spoken here. I have a CC Permit in 38 states, and don't need one in several others. But..is it better to have a weapon, in a case, unloaded, per law here,,, or just be unarmed at all? Yes, taking it and the magazine out of the pouch and setting the magazine, then racking takes a lot of time. So does waiting for LEO. Kevin..in Illinois..The only state with NO CARRY permits. Quote Once believed in GOD and the DOllAR...... Hello God!
Members Dirck Posted August 31, 2012 Author Members Report Posted August 31, 2012 I have to correct something here...the pistol is never meant to be unloaded. I was attempting to show that a 2nd spare will fit under the muzzle. The pistol fits in the case loaded and magazine in place, spare magazine under the muzzle. I haven't been without a weapon at hand since 1978. And while my State allows Open Carry, I just can't do it off my own property! Business and the work atmosphere make me CC. 99% of the time it's a 9mm in my front pocket, or a .45 IWB, and or a .380 close at hand (ankle, pocket, cargo pocket, jacket pocket...). Also, back to this rig, while the trigger is covered it allows for a "unique" draw, that will start a whole new controversy. For a quick draw, it makes you put your finger inside the trigger guard. See attached photo. When the pistol is square in the case, the trigger is covered and prevented from moving. There is a commercial rig that does the same with a vertical position/draw. I was looking for a horizontal position on the belt. I see this pouch as the least compromise, somewhere between good holster and front pocket. I also see it no slower than any flapped holster, ala 1911 WWII. I've used commercial pouches and fanny packs and just can't. Now, I have to say WOW...I expected a forum with a holster making section, and holster makers to be Pro Gun, Pro Carry, but WOW! You guys have made me proud.And I love the comments. What's the best gun in a gun fight? The one you've got with ya! Quote
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