Posted: 11/12/2009 9:24:09 AM EDT
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I finally got my ccw!! you may not believe me but once I finally got all my stuff together and mailed it off it took only 3 weeks!! no joke 3 weeks I was suprised!! So now I need to find a nice carry weapon any suggestions?? bogg 
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These holsters are highly recommended... I like this one because its adjustable http://www.comp-tac.com/product_info.php?products_id=95 This is a pretty good one too. http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/IWB/tabid/56/CategoryID/1/List/0/Level/1/ProductID/1/Default.aspx?SortField=UnitCost+DESC%2cProductName What handguns do you have currently? What caliber are you thinking about getting? |
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Lots of good carry guns but a lot depends on what you like to practice with (or are familiar with) and how you want to carry. Will you carry IWB, pocket carry or some other method (fanny pack, belly band, etc), do you prefer revolvers or semi-autos, and do you need to dress up or are loose fitting clothes with untucked shirts OK for daily use? Take into account how you are built since different carry methods seem to work better for different body types.
Congrats on the permit and enjoy shoppng for that new piece. |
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Lots of good carry guns but a lot depends on what you like to practice with (or are familiar with) and how you want to carry. Will you carry IWB, pocket carry or some other method (fanny pack, belly band, etc), do you prefer revolvers or semi-autos, and do you need to dress up or are loose fitting clothes with untucked shirts OK for daily use? Take into account how you are built since different carry methods seem to work better for different body types. Congrats on the permit and enjoy shoppng for that new piece. This 
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Congratulations; try to do some hands on research to find the carry weapon that works best for you.
Go to a gun store with a range that rents lots of different guns and shoot as many as you can. I know what works best for me but you need to find what works for you. The only suggestion I'll toss out is that for your primary carry piece, look carefully at mid size or compact semi automatics in service calibers such as .45 ACP, .40 S&W or 9mm; any of which will adequately do what's necessary. (That being said; my primary daily carry is a full size M&P .40 and on the very few occasions I'm wearing dress clothes I carry an M&P 9c )
You'll also need to research holsters and proper gun belts. |
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Other folks have already given you plenty of excellent advice.
I am a fan of kydex for holsters. We live in a hot, humid climate and I sweat a lot. Kydex does not absorb moisture like leather. On the other hand, leather is less likely to cause scratches, and for some holster types, does a better job conforming to your body. It's about a toss-up. Personally, I carry a 1911 the vast majority of the time, in a Blade-Tec kydex IWB holster. I'm a big guy and middle age weight distribution really adds to concealability. |
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I appreciate all the feedback and was surprised on the way you guys were approaching my question. Apparently I need to consider HOW I am going to carry as well as WHAT I am going to carry. I have a Walther p99 9mm and a big .357 Taurus 608 Zombie Slayer that I shoot a lot. I have a friend that has a Smith Featherweight/ultralight .38 spl that is great for carry but it kicks much harder than my Taurus 608. I also have a friend that likes .45's. I am leaning twords a .45 in mid to compact size. I really like the Kimber SIS and Ultra II, unfortunately I am not financially able to prusue the Kimbers at this point. In my current arsenal only my p99 or my p08 are carryable. My other hand guns are not practicle for concealment. I think beacause of my size and weight positioning it in the small of the back will be what I look into first. Once again thaks for all your imput!! bogg
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I went with the supertuck after buying a cheap leather holster for my first holster. I chose to go with the horsehide instead of the leather. I have had it for a couple months but show absolutely no sign of water/sweat damage or even signs of water on the horsehide. I heard good things about the supertuck but I was still surprised by how much I enjoyed it. It is very comfortable and can change the canter. I see other holsters can do that, but I do not know if they have horsehide.
Congrats on the CCW by the way! |
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You could carry that Walter without too many problems. Personal opinion, but small-of-back (SOB) carry sounds great in theory, but is horrible in execution. Not all that fast to access, plus, try sitting down at dinner or a movie with a hard piece of steel between the seat back and your spine. I am a big fan of in-waist-band (IWB) carry, and kind of partial to the 3:00 - 4:00 PM carry location. Many others prefer it a little more oriented towards the back. IWB is reasonably accessible, and you can generally sit with it, both of which are big plusses.
A good stiff belt, preferably made for carry, and a quality holster make a huge difference in concealment and comfort. I carry a full sized 1911 most times, which is a fairly large gun. However, I have quality holsters and wear a Galco leather belt made for the job. These two items are going to work in tandem to keep the firearm snug against you and allow for a smooth draw without yanking the holster up with you. The larger the gun, the more important the holster and belt. Cost is not always an indicator of quality, but you should not be surprised to pay in excess of $50-60 for a decent holster, and quite possibly the same for a quality belt. |