Which Glock for ULTRA concealment?

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Which Glock for ULTRA concealment?

Posted: 3/16/2006 7:47:16 PM EDT

In Arizona it can get a little hot....I already have a Glock 19. Which model would you choose as an ultra concealment model for those light T-Shirt days?

P.S. I did not put the Glock 30 as an option as it is too large for my hands and too thick for my liking.

Posted: 3/16/2006 7:54:54 PM EDT

[#1]

For me, a G19 conceals just as easily as a G26.

Posted: 3/16/2006 8:03:45 PM EDT

[#2]

Isn't it right that in AZ you don't HAVE to conceal? Just curious. I say go for the .40 . . .I don't know what model that is 'cause I don't have all of the glock models memorized.

I carry the 23.

ETA I looked it up. G 27

Posted: 3/16/2006 8:13:05 PM EDT

[#3]

Yes, you can open carry in Arizona but why do it? For me I am not looking for trouble, I dont have back-up if a bunch of "bad guys" try and jump on me and take my weapon.

I have a concealed permit and find that it is much less.......harrassing.

Posted: 3/16/2006 8:53:20 PM EDT

[#4]

since you already have a G19, i'd get the G26

Posted: 3/16/2006 8:59:32 PM EDT

[#5]

Even a scrawny clown such as myself could conceal a full size 1911 under a t-shirt given the right holster (for me it is the Alessi PCH that I just got today). So get the pistol that shoots best and figure out how to hide it.

That said, no one will see your gun. I open carry every now and again, and no one notices except cops and convenience store clerks. Putting a t-shirt over a gun will stop 99 percent of people from seeing it. If you have a permit, you are GTG.

Posted: 3/16/2006 9:34:34 PM EDT

[#6]

Depending on how you intend to wear the gun I don’t know that any Glock can really serve as an “ultra concealment” piece in the manner you've described. This is largely due to their blocky dimensions and thus their tendency to have the sights and hilt of the pistol print when worn under light concealment (read a t-shirt) and/or used with even the best IWB or OWB holster.

That said, “ultra concealment” is not a function of the gun it’s a function of how you wear the gun, what holster you choose, and how you cover it up. I believe that the best advice has already been given...

Quoted:
... get the pistol that shoots best and figure out how to hide it...

IMO, it doesn’t get any simpler than that and I can tell you from years of personal experience if you want to really hide a gun (even a big gun) you’ll find a comfortable holster and learn to dress around it. Find a gun you shoot well and are willing to make a commitment to and then find a way to carry it always.

Posted: 3/18/2006 8:45:59 AM EDT

[#7]

Quoted:
Yes, you can open carry in Arizona but why do it? For me I am not looking for trouble, I dont have back-up if a bunch of beaners try and jump on me and take my weapon.

I have a concealed permit and find that it is much less.......harrassing.

Being an AZ boy. I concur. I have a G27, but sometimes, and I know this is off your topic, I carry a J-frame Smith in the cargo pocket of my shorts. YMMV
Learning

Posted: 3/18/2006 9:21:25 AM EDT

[#8]

I SO wish GLOCK would make a single stack compact 9mm.

Posted: 3/18/2006 10:59:34 AM EDT

[#9]

I voted for the Glock 36 since it's thinner than the others being a single stack. It's small, concealable, feels good in the hand and still packs a punch with 7rds of 45acp.

Posted: 3/18/2006 11:35:53 AM EDT

[#10]

Quoted:
I voted for the Glock 36 since it's thinner than the others being a single stack. It's small, concealable, feels good in the hand and still packs a punch with 7rds of 45acp.

Same reason I voted for the G36. If ammo commonality is an issue, go with the G26.

Posted: 3/18/2006 2:25:01 PM EDT

[#11]

Quoted:
I SO wish GLOCK would make a single stack compact 9mm.

And a G19 sized .45 ACP

I have to second Mr. Burton and ASU1911. Pick the gun first and then work to conceal it, any of your choices would work well.

Posted: 3/18/2006 8:16:14 PM EDT

[#12]

Just as a little update I decided to try a different holster on my Glock 19. I was using a SHADOW holster by BIANCHI. It didnt conceal very well especially with the +2 mag extensions.

For a second, I almost thought about selling my Glock for a Kahr 9mm but could do that.

So walking around the gun show today I found a COMP-TAC IWB SHIRT TUCKER HOLSTER.

WOW!!! What a difference, this holster is super thin being made of Kydex and also it forces the butt of the gun into my side making it ULTRA concealable!!!!!

I am extremely HAPPY! with this product, I would defenitely recommend it...although you probably wont be able to get a deal as good as mine. I got a LIKE NEW holster and the magazine pouch for $40 cash!

I am throw some pictures up in a little while!

Posted: 3/18/2006 8:16:38 PM EDT

[#13]

The right holster will easily conceal a G19. I carried a full-size 1911 for 3 years and it concealed easily under a t-shirt. It's all about the holster. I just bought a Maverick Tuckaway holster from Dillons today for $13.95. Carried IWB appendix style, it conceals my G19 under the tightest t-shirt. It drops the butt of the gun way down to it doesn't poke out. Take look at them if you are close to Scottsdale. For $14, you can't beat them.

Posted: 3/18/2006 8:33:46 PM EDT

[#14]

I might check them out on Monday. I work in Scottsdale so it shouldnt be that far of a drive...maybe after work or on my lunch break.

Here are the pics.

P.S. It might help if I lost some weight to conceal this handgun too.

Posted: 3/18/2006 8:34:45 PM EDT

[#15]

Quoted:
since you already have a G19, i'd get the G26

+1

Posted: 3/18/2006 8:38:53 PM EDT

[#16]

Quoted:
I might check them out on Monday. I work in Scottsdale so it shouldnt be that far of a drive...maybe after work or on my lunch break.

Here are the pics.

P.S. It might help if I lost some weight to conceal this handgun too.

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Looks like a great holster. I have owned the Comp-Tac Ghurkas for almost every gun I have carried. It's very similar except has another attachment point in front of the holster.

Posted: 3/19/2006 10:20:31 AM EDT

[#17]

Quoted:
since you already have a G19, i'd get the G26

+1 - if you are merely going for "utilitarian" purposes, get the same caliber - I voted for the 33 though just to be a PITA.

Posted: 3/19/2006 12:55:41 PM EDT

[#18]

Quoted:
Quoted:
since you already have a G19, i'd get the G26

+1 - if you are merely going for "utilitarian" purposes, get the same caliber - I voted for the 33 though just to be a PITA.

I voted 33 cause I actually got one

stopping ability between 33 and 27 is negligible, so I went with the one thats should feed the best. I didnt think gaining 1 more 9mm in the 26 was worth losing either the larger bullet of the .40 or 200+ fps from the 357. I also figured the 357 would help get the most out of the short barreled glocks anyway.

Posted: 3/19/2006 2:11:38 PM EDT

[#19]

Quoted:
I SO wish GLOCK would make a single stack compact 9mm.

+1 like a PM9

Posted: 3/19/2006 2:56:16 PM EDT

[#20]

I voted 26 for ammo commonality.

I think you found a better answer though with the holster. Comp-Tac makes great holsters. I've been using the Guhrka and CTAC for the last 3 or 4 years. They allow me to carry a fullsize 1911 or a Glock 20 under a t-shirt. The holster can make all the difference.

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