Posted: 11/16/2010 4:19:16 PM EDT
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does anyone carry in the small of the back?
If so what holster? |
| Nope, not me. First it just isn't comfortable and drawing from this position is just plain awkward, and about impossible while sitting down or driving. I much prefer strong side OWB. I would look into appendix carry long before I went SOB. Sometimes what seems like a good idea just isn't once you actually try it yourself. If the concealment issue is why you are considering this mode of carry, I would look into the Smart Carry rig, belly bands, ankle, etc....... About the only time I would even remotely consider SOB would be for a BUG. YMMV. |
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I carried a 1911 commander size SOB in a Blackhawk holster for a while... I carried off center to the right to avoid spinal cord issues.
Reason I stopped carring SOB and moved back to an IWB (MTAC, Kholster, Crossbreed...) was that every time I drew my weapon I noticed I was sweeping my torso with the muzzle. It was unavoidable. I feel certain my weapon is safe, I feel certain my handling is safe... I don't feel 100%, no questions at all, certain that these two things will occur at the same time if the fecal matter were to impact the fan. Just guessing that a 230grain HP to the kidney would ruin my day.  I haven't had a ND, but I've seen to many folks have ND's on the range while practicing to risk myself that way.
Personally, I feel much more secure with an IWB/OWB type holster either on, or just behind my right hip. |
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does anyone carry in the small of the back? If so what holster? i don't because it is hard to draw from when seated in a car, and or a chair (harder than other options). additionally if you are knocked to the ground it is possible to have a spinal/ back injury. additonally if you are in a ground fight and your back is pinned, good luck getting the gun out and into the fight. |
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I carried a 1911 commander size SOB in a Blackhawk holster for a while... I carried off center to the right to avoid spinal cord issues. Reason I stopped carring SOB and moved back to an IWB (MTAC, Kholster, Crossbreed...) was that every time I drew my weapon I noticed I was sweeping my torso with the muzzle. It was unavoidable. I feel certain my weapon is safe, I feel certain my handling is safe... I don't feel 100%, no questions at all, certain that these two things will occur at the same time if the fecal matter were to impact the fan. Just guessing that a 230grain HP to the kidney would ruin my day. I haven't had a ND, but I've seen to many folks have ND's on the range while practicing to risk myself that way.
Personally, I feel much more secure with an IWB/OWB type holster either on, or just behind my right hip.  yep, mee too!
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Nope, not me. First it just isn't comfortable and drawing from this position is just plain awkward, and about impossible while sitting down or driving. I much prefer strong side OWB. I would look into appendix carry long before I went SOB. Sometimes what seems like a good idea just isn't once you actually try it yourself. If the concealment issue is why you are considering this mode of carry, I would look into the Smart Carry rig, belly bands, ankle, etc....... About the only time I would even remotely consider SOB would be for a BUG. YMMV.  no "smart carry" or any other groin carry rig for me! a loaded firearm pointed at the genitals and/or femoral artery during a draw under severe stress is far from smart in my opinion. strong side IWB or ankle carry on long road trips for me!
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Nope, not me. First it just isn't comfortable and drawing from this position is just plain awkward, and about impossible while sitting down or driving. I much prefer strong side OWB. I would look into appendix carry long before I went SOB. Sometimes what seems like a good idea just isn't once you actually try it yourself. If the concealment issue is why you are considering this mode of carry, I would look into the Smart Carry rig, belly bands, ankle, etc....... About the only time I would even remotely consider SOB would be for a BUG. YMMV. no "smart carry" or any other groin carry rig for me! a loaded firearm pointed at the genitals and/or femoral artery during a draw under severe stress is far from smart in my opinion. strong side IWB or ankle carry on long road trips for me!+1 i also dont like the idea that the firearm is pointed in the direction of someone IWB for me! |
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I do a good bit, I'm a fairly skinny guy and it's easier to hide my G29 in a Crossbreed QuickClip with a 45deg cant. If weather allows for some heavier clothing I'll go OWB, but most the time that's how i carry. It's actually closer to the 5-oclock position with the muzzle towards the center. Not too awkward for me, all personal preference I guess... |
| The closest I ever get to the small of the back is the 5'o clock position. And that is rare, depends on the shirt. I don't prefer it at all. But if get mugged, I figure my chances would be good in this position, cause I could act as if going for my wallet. I think it's a good concept? |
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Quoted: How about this.... http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f48/patrickcudd/d3357508.jpg http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f48/patrickcudd/d2b16f55.jpg That better be for a left handed crossdraw. If that's for a right hander to wear SOB, then it's a palm-out draw, which i think is silly... |
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How about this.... http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f48/patrickcudd/d3357508.jpg http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f48/patrickcudd/d2b16f55.jpg That better be for a left handed crossdraw. If that's for a right hander to wear SOB, then it's a palm-out draw, which i think is silly... Opinions vary..... I feel it is a much more natural hand placement to draw from. Quoted:
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I know a lot of people don't like small-of-back carry because of the risk of spinal cord injury if they fell on it. Exactly. Small of back carry is a very bad idea. This, plus the fact that palm-out SOB has you sweeping your own guts on the draw. You don't have too, it is a matter of practice to not sweep yourself. |
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I've tried it and given up on it for the reasons below. 1. The threat of a spinal injury should you fall on your back. 2. If someone takes you to the ground getting your gun out is going to be very difficult. 3. Sitting for long periods is highly uncomfortable 4. If you do any bending over you need a very long cover garment and if you tuck in over it you need a lot of blousing. 5. Presentations are slow compared to hip or appendix carry, more on par with shoulder holster carry. 6. Having the gun taken from you by someone who's spotted it is more of a problem than with any other carry method I know of.
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For all the reasons listed here I don't carry center of back, but I know a few people who do...
- It is the position most likely to be missed during a pat-down by a bad guy (and yes, that does happen now and then) or bumped during casual encounters with others -it can allow a slim person to wear a larger gun without being detected (two I know who use this position are petite women who prefer on-body carry to their handbags) -some people have jobs where they are on their feet most of the day, which makes the fact that it is uncomfortable while seated less important to them, and are willing to trade off the increased chance of spinal injury for having the gun with them (I am not one of them but that is what they tell me) |
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I carry in a SOB holster daily. I don't carry directly in the center of my back though. I pull the holster as far to the right as the belt loops allow, which puts it into more of a 5 o'clock position. I find that using a SOB holster in this method conceals my pistol much better than IWB carried int he same spot, as well as ease of draw.
IWB @ 5 o'clock means I have to contort my arm around behind me and put my wrist at an awkward angle. The SOB holster allows me to have a more natural angle on the draw, which in turn allows for a sure grip during the draw. Due to the fact that SOB holsters are generally regular leather holsters with an extreme amount of cant, this is my preferred method to carry. As others have stated, I do on occasion carry IWB at the appendix position, which can be fairly comfortable for most days, and allows me to conceal easily under a t-shirt. I carry a Sig P220 Carry model. On very rare occasion I carry a Ruger SP101 with 2.25" barrel. |