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Location: Millington, TN | I have been MIA for a while!!!!! Anyways, I have a question for all the ladies that carry concealed weapons. I am in the process of getting my permit to carry because I work in a BAD part of town. I work at law firm, so I mostly wear slacks and skirts. So I belt holster won't work.
So where can I keep it so it won't be noticeable?
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Location: Where I am happiest | Your purse? There are alot of super cute western concealed carry purses. |
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Location: NE Texas | Lots of handbags these days are available with a holster pocket for a gun. I have one of those that I carry sometimes, otherwise I just carry it in my car. I don't have my concealed carry permit, but I still keep it with me. Check out Gun Toten Mama's....they aren't pretty, but they are functional. Also check out Blazin Roxx bags with the concealed pocket. I work for the company that owns the Blazin Roxx brand and we offer a few bags with a concealed pocket for a gun as well. |
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Location: Where I am happiest | Type in western purses in ebay. The western concealed carry purses will come up. There are alot of great deals on there. |
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Location: Millington, TN | Thanks I will look into that! I just worry about the robber taking my purse before I can get it out ready..... |
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Location: NE Texas | barrelracincrazy - 2014-05-21 1:07 PM Thanks I will look into that! I just worry about the robber taking my purse before I can get it out ready.....
Get a cross body style. That's the kind I bought from gun toting mamas....if it's around your entire body, it's hard for them to snatch it. |
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Location: Alberta | mruggles - 2014-05-21 11:54 AM would be interesting if it was legal up here......lol
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Location: ND--it snows, it floods, it snows, it floods | If you are worried about your purse getting snatched then make sure your weapon fits in your pocket that way when you leave you can put it in your pocket and keep it in your purse any other time. Montana West makes some cute concealed purses as well. |
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Location: In the land of peanuts and cotton | It's harder for women than men. You purse is about your best option but they make holsters that go around your ankle and they make some that go around your stomach. Depending on what you wear most neither of those may be a option. You can stick it in you pocket if you have one and your gun is small enough but you will probably still be able to see it unless your shirt covers it up. We are allowed to open carry but I don't know of anyone that does.
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Location: Magnolia, Texas | The concealed purses you can easily buy are crap....sorry but they are. You have to unzip it, squeeze your hand in get it around the gun and then attempt to shoot through the purse, they are not designed to take the gun out. I carry a 45 so those purses wouldn't work for me anyway. I had a saddle maker make a purse for me with an actual holster attached to the inside wall of the purse, I can reach in grab it and have it pointed at someone in about 3 seconds. When I don't have my purse with me I carry a 380, it fits in the front pocket of most of my jeans or inside by bra.
If they offer the classes in your area, take a CHL class and then go take a class that is strictly for women, it's a world of difference what you will learn in the ladies only class. |
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Location: NE Texas | Lizard - 2014-05-21 1:46 PM The concealed purses you can easily buy are crap....sorry but they are. You have to unzip it, squeeze your hand in get it around the gun and then attempt to shoot through the purse, they are not designed to take the gun out. I carry a 45 so those purses wouldn't work for me anyway. I had a saddle maker make a purse for me with an actual holster attached to the inside wall of the purse, I can reach in grab it and have it pointed at someone in about 3 seconds. When I don't have my purse with me I carry a 380, it fits in the front pocket of most of my jeans or inside by bra.
If they offer the classes in your area, take a CHL class and then go take a class that is strictly for women, it's a world of difference what you will learn in the ladies only class.
The gun toten mama bags are pretty nice. They are set up so that you can wear cross body and get into them quickly, walk with your hand in there without it being obvious, and have a nice, rigid holster. Like I said, they aren't pretty, but they are functional. I carry the cross body zebra bag. My only complaint is that it's not got alot of extra space for the other things I need to carry. |
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Location: In the land of peanuts and cotton | Herbie - 2014-05-21 1:50 PM
Lizard - 2014-05-21 1:46 PM The concealed purses you can easily buy are crap....sorry but they are. You have to unzip it, squeeze your hand in get it around the gun and then attempt to shoot through the purse, they are not designed to take the gun out. I carry a 45 so those purses wouldn't work for me anyway. I had a saddle maker make a purse for me with an actual holster attached to the inside wall of the purse, I can reach in grab it and have it pointed at someone in about 3 seconds. When I don't have my purse with me I carry a 380, it fits in the front pocket of most of my jeans or inside by bra.
If they offer the classes in your area, take a CHL class and then go take a class that is strictly for women, it's a world of difference what you will learn in the ladies only class.
The gun toten mama bags are pretty nice. They are set up so that you can wear cross body and get into them quickly, walk with your hand in there without it being obvious, and have a nice, rigid holster. Like I said, they aren't pretty, but they are functional. I carry the cross body zebra bag. My only complaint is that it's not got alot of extra space for the other things I need to carry.
Coach also makes one. It's black and pink. I've only seen it one time back right after Christmas and I was a few dollars short of being able to get it and I haven't seen it in any of the store I've been to since. |
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Location: Georgia | I carry mine in my purse and also carry one in my vehicle. |
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| Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. |
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| I carry in the small of my back when I need to - or the console of my pickup right next to the cup holder in plain view when I travel - easy access is a really good idea.
However, sometimes I like to carry in my purse too. I also hate the concealed carry purses too ... so I had a holster built. I then inserted a clip for the holster in the lining inside of my Dooney and Burke awesome purse (its sweet with full quill ostrich). I reinforced that part of the lining with a piece of saddle leather so that it won't pull through the lining and will hold the clip part correctly for me to slip my hand where it needs to be to pull my weapon. I will say this ... If I feel the need to use my weapon, I'm not gonna worry about pulling it free ... I'm gonna shoot right out the bottom of my purse!
Oh! And ... the holster that I had built for the purse is removable and that is the holster that clips onto the waist band in the small of my back. Multi-purpose for sure! |
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| albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 2:00 PM
Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me.
yes.
I have protected myself twice with it since I got my permit three years ago. If you'd like details please PM me :) |
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Location: Millington, TN | Mine is a 380 so a purse might do then just have it tucked in my clothes when I am walking to my car or under my seat in the car. I will look into all options and the ladies only class!!! Yes, I think is a must for me to carry. I work in Memphis. Crime gets worse everyday. A few weeks ago there was a shooting inside a mall. |
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Location: Mansfield, Tx | I've also seen where they are making a built in attachment for your bra's ( obv. you won't be able to wear tight fitting shirts) but maybe a blazer / vest over your blouse.
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Www.wellarmedwoman.com
Both are great resources. Any old purse won't do. Get one specific for concealed carry and practice drawing from anything you plan to use at the range until you're proficient. |
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Location: Millington, TN | Www.wellarmedwomen.com has a ton of Options! Thanks!
What do yall think of this one?
http://www.thewellarmedwoman.com/holsters/the-well-armed-woman-pistol-pouch-by-thunderwear
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Location: Texas | I have a cross breed holster that clips on the inside of your pants or skirt. Make sure that you get leather and not plastic. |
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Location: Tennessee | I carry a Sig P238 .380 all day every day. I carry concealed in my waist band between the 5 and 6 o'clock position. There are days I have to wear slacks and it works just fine. I have a Blackhawk IWB. My wife carries a Smith& Wesson M&P 9c, so it's a little bigger and heavier than the .380, so requires a different type of holster. She used to carry a Remora holster, and liked it ok. The only problem she had with the Remora is if she wore jogging pants or something similar that was a bit looser. Now she carries a Theis holster and absolutely loves it. http://theisholsters.com/ |
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Location: Southeast Louisiana | A belly band might work for skirts and slacks with no rigid waistband. I have one that I use when I jog and it's very secure. I usually carry a .38 or .380 in it and it's perfect for me. There are a lot of different options in materials for them, too. So, you can find one that's comfortable for you. I have one that's mesh. Whatever you choose, be sure to practice with it, tho. |
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I didn't see this before I posted... That pistol pouch is just like the belly band I mentioned. That one looks very comfortable, I might order one !
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Location: Somewhere between raising hell and Amazing Grace | lindseylou2290 - 2014-05-21 3:09 PM albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 2:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. yes. I have protected myself twice with it since I got my permit three years ago. If you'd like details please PM me : )
I've carried concealed my entire life. I've only had to draw my weapon twice. Once when a man approached me while I was inspecting a vacant house, he had no right to be on the property. And the other time to shoot a pit bull that was attacking me. So yes, it is worth carrying even if you never have to use it.
I always tell people to shy away from carrying in a purse. Good luck getting that gun out in some situations that you may need it, and if someone snatches your purse....well...
Google the heck out of it and I bet you can come up with quite a few options. Look at the 5.11 tactical gear. They make tank tops and regular shirts that have a carry pocket. |
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Location: Wonderful Wyoming | I won't use a purse, too easy to loose in a fight and takes too long to get one out. I know they have ones that can strap to your thigh...just not sure how that would work. Would need a garter belt to keep it up lol
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 2:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. When we are out in the country I don't feel a need but when we go into the jungle of the big city...yes.
We are too close to the border not to have protection. My concealed carry is 5'9" and he goes every where with me..LOL
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Location: Texas | albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 12:00 PM
Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me.
Yes, it is necessary. I live 10 minutes from the border. On base, I can see the border fence. The part of Arizona I live in is highly influenced with gang and cartel activity. The unemployment rate here is the highest in the entire country which causes issues in itself. The crime rate is through the roof. There are multiple shootings daily. You can't go anywhere without being in one gang or anothers 'territory' and they don't care who you are. If you are simply in the wrong place at the wrong time, they will kill you. I am not about to allow myself to become a victim.
Same reason people carry fire extinguishers in their vehicle. If my truck catches on fire for whatever reason, I'm going to have a way to put it out. Just like carrying a gun. If anyone wants to threaten my life, I'm going to have a way to eliminate the threat. If I were to wait for emergency services to arrive in either situation, I would be out of a truck or I would be dead.
Thanks to Arizona I open carry with a hip holster that slides right on my belt. If you're wearing slacks with belt loops a similar holster could work.. you would just have to leave your blouse untucked. There's also a bra holster. It looks a bit weird though unless your bust line is gifted.
ETA: There are also holsters that are worn on the inside of the waistline instead of outside. You would just need to buy a bigger sized slack or skirt.
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I love the 2nd one. But wonder how it would look on low rise and tight jeans like Miss Me jeans? |
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Location: In the land of peanuts and cotton | albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 2:00 PM
Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me.
Most defiantly is nessacary. Maybe not in all place but a lot of places I go it is. The county I live in last I heard was #9 in the country for Meth and Alabama over all is number #4. So yes I see it nessacary. Meth and drugs in general make people do crazy things. |
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Location: Millington, TN | True....I was thinking this one for my "work" holster. I wear jeans on the weekend so might have to find another one. All of what yall have said are great ideas. Now just to find the one that will work for me!
ETA: this was supposed to quote TessBelle....
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Location: Oklahoma | I carry either in the small of my back, or my hip with an IWB holster the majority of the time. If i'm outside working around the farm or something, a lot of the times I open carry, and just use my duty holsters for that. However, unless I am on duty, I very rarely open carry, even though it is legal.
You should check out versacarry and flashbang though.
I love flashbang holsters. They are made just for the ladies, and if you carry a smaller gun, work awesome!
http://www.gungoddess.com/flashbang-bra-holster/
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Location: North Texas | BarrelRacing4Christ - 2014-05-21 7:10 PM albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 12:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. Yes, it is necessary. I live 10 minutes from the border. On base, I can see the border fence. The part of Arizona I live in is highly influenced with gang and cartel activity. The unemployment rate here is the highest in the entire country which causes issues in itself. The crime rate is through the roof. There are multiple shootings daily. You can't go anywhere without being in one gang or anothers 'territory' and they don't care who you are. If you are simply in the wrong place at the wrong time, they will kill you. I am not about to allow myself to become a victim. Same reason people carry fire extinguishers in their vehicle. If my truck catches on fire for whatever reason, I'm going to have a way to put it out. Just like carrying a gun. If anyone wants to threaten my life, I'm going to have a way to eliminate the threat. If I were to wait for emergency services to arrive in either situation, I would be out of a truck or I would be dead. Thanks to Arizona I open carry with a hip holster that slides right on my belt. If you're wearing slacks with belt loops a similar holster could work.. you would just have to leave your blouse untucked. There's also a bra holster. It looks a bit weird though unless your bust line is gifted. ETA: There are also holsters that are worn on the inside of the waistline instead of outside. You would just need to buy a bigger sized slack or skirt.
The most well though out and articulate response I have read on this thread.
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Location: North Texas | osu_barrelracer - 2014-05-22 9:31 AM
I carry either in the small of my back, or my hip with an IWB holster the majority of the time. If i'm outside working around the farm or something, a lot of the times I open carry, and just use my duty holsters for that. However, unless I am on duty, I very rarely open carry, even though it is legal.
You should check out versacarry and flashbang though.
I love flashbang holsters. They are made just for the ladies, and if you carry a smaller gun, work awesome!
http://www.gungoddess.com/flashbang-bra-holster/
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Location: NM...the Land of Manana | BarrelRacing4Christ - 2014-05-21 6:10 PM albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 12:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. Yes, it is necessary. I live 10 minutes from the border. On base, I can see the border fence. The part of Arizona I live in is highly influenced with gang and cartel activity. The unemployment rate here is the highest in the entire country which causes issues in itself. The crime rate is through the roof. There are multiple shootings daily. You can't go anywhere without being in one gang or anothers 'territory' and they don't care who you are. If you are simply in the wrong place at the wrong time, they will kill you. I am not about to allow myself to become a victim. Same reason people carry fire extinguishers in their vehicle. If my truck catches on fire for whatever reason, I'm going to have a way to put it out. Just like carrying a gun. If anyone wants to threaten my life, I'm going to have a way to eliminate the threat. If I were to wait for emergency services to arrive in either situation, I would be out of a truck or I would be dead. Thanks to Arizona I open carry with a hip holster that slides right on my belt. If you're wearing slacks with belt loops a similar holster could work.. you would just have to leave your blouse untucked. There's also a bra holster. It looks a bit weird though unless your bust line is gifted. ETA: There are also holsters that are worn on the inside of the waistline instead of outside. You would just need to buy a bigger sized slack or skirt.
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Location: lost in missouri | I have to wear slacks everyday (occassionaly a skirt or dress) i prefer my hip holster that is o the inside of my pants I wear it about 5-6 on my hip. I also like to carry in the small of my back. but find it most comfortable for me on my hip. ankle holster drove me nuts and not to handy when wearing boots. Still trying to decide on the bra holster. |
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Location: Where the pavement ends and the West begins Utah | Unless you've been down by the border, you don't realized your walking into a whole new world. It's different in that area. Best to go concealed. When I was there at the age of eighteen, I was ready to get my hiney back home to Colorado. You don't have to see a whole lot, you just know. Stay safe. |
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Location: Alberta | albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 1:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me.
Do you have experience with guns?
I do believe we should have the option to carry in Canada (we can carry a handgun in a locked box with a permit from home to gun range...which is another thing hand guns can only be shot at a range) as potential victims up here it seems the criminals have more rights! Up here we cannot even protect our homes from intruders (shot at, wound or whatever) .....castle law comes to mind which is what TX & OK has I believe!
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Location: Cap'n Joan Rotgut.....alberta | dream_chaser - 2014-05-23 3:11 PM albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 1:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. Do you have experience with guns?
I do believe we should have the option to carry in Canada (we can carry a handgun in a locked box with a permit from home to gun range...which is another thing hand guns can only be shot at a range) as potential victims up here it seems the criminals have more rights! Up here we cannot even protect our homes from intruders (shot at, wound or whatever) without getting charged...castle law comes to mind which is what TX & OK has I believe!
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | dream_chaser - 2014-05-22 4:11 PM albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 1:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. Do you have experience with guns?
I do believe we should have the option to carry in Canada (we can carry a handgun in a locked box with a permit from home to gun range...which is another thing hand guns can only be shot at a range) as potential victims up here it seems the criminals have more rights! Up here we cannot even protect our homes from intruders (shot at, wound or whatever) .....castle law comes to mind which is what TX & OK has I believe!
Not being able to protect yourself or family is beyond ridiculous. Texas is a good place to be living right now as it will take the longest for the liberal BS views to take over and the only reason if it happens is all of the illegals having more rights then us and libs moving to Texas to get away from the BS in their states but then want to change ours. |
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Location: Alberta | Nevertooold - 2014-05-22 3:50 PM
dream_chaser - 2014-05-22 4:11 PM albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 1:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. Do you have experience with guns?
I do believe we should have the option to carry in Canada (we can carry a handgun in a locked box with a permit from home to gun range...which is another thing hand guns can only be shot at a range) as potential victims up here it seems the criminals have more rights! Up here we cannot even protect our homes from intruders (shot at, wound or whatever) .....castle law comes to mind which is what TX & OK has I believe!
I couldn't agree more NTO!
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Location: Alberta | mruggles - 2014-05-22 3:14 PM
dream_chaser - 2014-05-23 3:11 PM albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 1:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. Do you have experience with guns?
I do believe we should have the option to carry in Canada (we can carry a handgun in a locked box with a permit from home to gun range...which is another thing hand guns can only be shot at a range) as potential victims up here it seems the criminals have more rights! Up here we cannot even protect our homes from intruders (shot at, wound or whatever) without getting charged...castle law comes to mind which is what TX & OK has I believe!
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I guess we use our dogs for protection on the road....kangaroo would be a good protector LOL
I carry a knife on my person, but does no good if other guy has a gun....ridiculous!
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Location: Colorado plains standing on a goat head! | Here is a good Youtube video that is well done and provides several on body carry options for women. I prefer on body for security and safety, I know it is harder for women than it is for us guys.
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I'm a real estate agent and carry one when I meet new buyers or male buyers. I wear a light weight jacket with deep pockets and keep the gun in my pocket, or put it in my waistband. Some other agents strap them on their legs, pants pockets, etc.
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| paysonw - 2014-05-22 6:17 PM Here is a good Youtube video that is well done and provides several on body carry options for women. I prefer on body for security and safety, I know it is harder for women than it is for us guys.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogGBPVk5GQk
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Location: Texas | Lightfoot - 2014-05-22 1:22 PM
BarrelRacing4Christ - 2014-05-21 6:10 PM albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 12:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. Yes, it is necessary. I live 10 minutes from the border. On base, I can see the border fence. The part of Arizona I live in is highly influenced with gang and cartel activity. The unemployment rate here is the highest in the entire country which causes issues in itself. The crime rate is through the roof. There are multiple shootings daily. You can't go anywhere without being in one gang or anothers 'territory' and they don't care who you are. If you are simply in the wrong place at the wrong time, they will kill you. I am not about to allow myself to become a victim. Same reason people carry fire extinguishers in their vehicle. If my truck catches on fire for whatever reason, I'm going to have a way to put it out. Just like carrying a gun. If anyone wants to threaten my life, I'm going to have a way to eliminate the threat. If I were to wait for emergency services to arrive in either situation, I would be out of a truck or I would be dead. Thanks to Arizona I open carry with a hip holster that slides right on my belt. If you're wearing slacks with belt loops a similar holster could work.. you would just have to leave your blouse untucked. There's also a bra holster. It looks a bit weird though unless your bust line is gifted. ETA: There are also holsters that are worn on the inside of the waistline instead of outside. You would just need to buy a bigger sized slack or skirt.
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Location: Southern Michigan | I have my cpl and love the sense of extra protection especially when I'm on the road by myself. I have been broke down and I have worked at a semi repair shop, you just never know. Especially being right outside of Detroit and Toledo.
I don't like the idea of the purses because of the higher level of difficulty and some people are in if for just snatching purses. I have a bra holster that you pick the make, model, and left/ right handed and it's custom molded to your gun and I've never doubted my gun wasn't secure in it yet not hard at all to access. And my chest is not very big and as long as you don't wear a skin tight shirt, you'd never know. I can't remember the name , but i wanna say pinup girl. I have the Marilyn style. You can find them with easy online. |
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Location: Texas | This will be my next holster. http://www.thewellarmedwoman.com/flashbang-holster
I've found that with the clothes I wear there is no telling where I am able to carry on any given day. I want to be able to carry in the same spot all the time if at all possible. I don't want to have to try to remember where I put my gun that day lol. This seems to be the best place for me. You can youtube it and there are a few women giving reviews on that holster and they seem to like it, hopefully I will.
ETA: I refuse to carry in a purse.
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| I'm from the northwest but moved to new Mexico four years ago and its a whole new world down here so I carry a gun on my hip. |
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| I carry in an ankle holster under boot cut pants or in a concealed carry purse. It has a special compartment that is easy (quick) access and stores my police ID and extra ammo. What is really nice about it is I can lock the compartment at home or elsewhere so kids don't have access. Plus, after four pregnancies I can tell you it's the best way to carry while pregnant. Just be sure to practice at the range with whatever it is you use.
I have never lost or misplaced my purse after putting a gun in it. Want to have a heightened awareness of your purse's location? Put a gun in it. Lol!! |
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Location: Slipping down the slope of old age. Boo hoo. | I agree about NOT carrying it in your purse. If you are going to carry, carry it where you can put your hand on it immediately in the time of need. No bad guy is going to give you the necessary time to dig around to get your purse and find it inside your purse. He is going to be dragging you off.... or tossing you into his vehicle or whatever. Or he will have snatched your purse. There is a reason law enforcement people have their guns on their bodies at all times. Think about what you are going to do in a bad situation. Have a plan. Have your weapon within easy reach. |
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Location: Millington, TN | Thanks for all the replies! I think I am going to get three different options: thigh, ankle and a hip. That way I can pick what works best for my outfit that day. The video was very hepful! |
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Location: where the wind blows | dream_chaser - 2014-05-22 4:29 PM mruggles - 2014-05-22 3:14 PM dream_chaser - 2014-05-23 3:11 PM albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 1:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. Do you have experience with guns?
I do believe we should have the option to carry in Canada (we can carry a handgun in a locked box with a permit from home to gun range...which is another thing hand guns can only be shot at a range) as potential victims up here it seems the criminals have more rights! Up here we cannot even protect our homes from intruders (shot at, wound or whatever) without getting charged...castle law comes to mind which is what TX & OK has I believe!
m I can imagine..... I guess we use our dogs for protection on the road....kangaroo would be a good protector LOL I carry a knife on my person, but does no good if other guy has a gun....ridiculous!
Perhaps if I lived where some of the people on this board lived I might change my mind but where I live in the boonies of Saskatchewan Canada a concealed weapon isn't necessary. I do like my 22 handy for killing gophers, skunks, porcupines, etc. but in all honesty I'm terrified of guns. I'd be scared I'd accidentally set the thing off and shoot myself.
But as I said its pretty safe here. I can list every neighbour for 20 plus miles and we rarely lock our doors or take keys out of our vehicles.
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| jkrm - 2014-05-28 2:19 PM
I'm with Albertacowgirl on this. I'm close to 50 years old and can't recall one time in my entire life where I felt I needed a gun. Travelled a lot all over Canada some by myself haven't felt threatened to the point I thought dang I wish I had a gun.
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Location: Idahome | TXBO - 2014-05-28 2:58 PM
jkrm - 2014-05-28 2:19 PM
I'm with Albertacowgirl on this. I'm close to 50 years old and can't recall one time in my entire life where I felt I needed a gun. Travelled a lot all over Canada some by myself haven't felt threatened to the point I thought dang I wish I had a gun.
Better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.
Not sure about Canada, but times are very different here in the US than they were years ago. I am a firm believer in the 2nd Amendment and carry for protection. |
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| I believe that if you are going to carry do it openly. I would rather avoid a gunfight if at all possible and carrying my weapon out in the open tells everyone I have one! I don't want to surprise the bad guy by pulling my weapon I want them to pass on messing with me because I am carrying. |
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| Great information to read and suggestions! Thank you! I just got my Permit to Carry... still trying to figure out if I want a .380, 9mm or a revolver. |
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Location: The Oklahoma plains. | 3canchaser01 - 2014-05-29 7:25 AM Great information to read and suggestions! Thank you! I just got my Permit to Carry... still trying to figure out if I want a .380, 9mm or a revolver.
I have never had a gun-- dont want a $1k gun that I may never shoot. Suggestions? |
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Location: North Texas | TurnLane - 2014-05-29 8:21 AM 3canchaser01 - 2014-05-29 7:25 AM Great information to read and suggestions! Thank you! I just got my Permit to Carry... still trying to figure out if I want a .380, 9mm or a revolver. I have never had a gun-- dont want a $1k gun that I may never shoot. Suggestions?
Visit a number of reputatable Shooting Ranges that cater to women and rent a variety of Calibers in a variety of Makes and Models until You Ladies find One that Ya'll are comfortable with A) Handling, B) Shooting, C) Concealing.
Since everyone is different, there are few who prefer the same item. Hence the reason to rent, to familiarize One's Self with said Item and discover/decide which Item will work the best for One. |
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Location: North Texas | Wrapn3inAK - 2014-05-29 12:27 AM I believe that if you are going to carry do it openly. I would rather avoid a gunfight if at all possible and carrying my weapon out in the open tells everyone I have one! I don't want to surprise the bad guy by pulling my weapon I want them to pass on messing with me because I am carrying.
Note: Open and Concealed Carry of a Handgun are regulated differently in ALL States. Several States I.E. California and Illnois are extremely Anti-Gun. New York falls under this Catergory as well as New Jersey. Arizona, Alaska, Wyoming and Vermont all have Constitutional Carry. Which simply means The 2nd Amendment is the Carry Authorization.
Although the idea of Regulation is unConstitutional per The 2nd Amendment, Regulation still exists. |
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| Wrapn3inAK - 2014-05-29 12:27 AM I believe that if you are going to carry do it openly. I would rather avoid a gunfight if at all possible and carrying my weapon out in the open tells everyone I have one! I don't want to surprise the bad guy by pulling my weapon I want them to pass on messing with me because I am carrying. That's fine as long as nobody is within 21 feet of your perimeter and you are capable of drawing and firing in less than 1 and a half seconds in any direction on immediate breach of that perimeter. Otherwise, you become the first target.
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Location: Under The Big Sky Of Texas | Nevertooold - 2014-05-21 6:26 PM albertacowgirl - 2014-05-21 2:00 PM Just out of curiosity: do you guys really honestly think it's necessary to carry a weapon? I know it's totally different up here in Canada, but the thought of doing that seems a bit much to me. When we are out in the country I don't feel a need but when we go into the jungle of the big city...yes.
We are too close to the border not to have protection. My concealed carry is 5'9" and he goes every where with me..LOL
Wow we have the same kind of protection  , and I like how they can carry themslves, no need to try to find a place to hide them, Lol  |
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| Delta Cowgirl - 2014-05-26 11:35 AM
I agree about NOT carrying it in your purse. If you are going to carry, carry it where you can put your hand on it immediately in the time of need. No bad guy is going to give you the necessary time to dig around to get your purse and find it inside your purse. He is going to be dragging you off.... or tossing you into his vehicle or whatever. Or he will have snatched your purse. There is a reason law enforcement people have their guns on their bodies at all times. Think about what you are going to do in a bad situation. Have a plan. Have your weapon within easy reach.
Have you ever carried a proper concealed carry purse or trained with one? Because there is no digging around. One zip down and my hand is on my grip. I can shoot thru my purse. And the time difference between my purse draw and holster draw in uniform is negligible (LE times these things like barrel racers). A good, safe holster will have a retention you need to undo anyway. |
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Location: Under The Big Sky Of Texas | Delta Cowgirl - 2014-05-26 11:35 AM I agree about NOT carrying it in your purse. If you are going to carry, carry it where you can put your hand on it immediately in the time of need. No bad guy is going to give you the necessary time to dig around to get your purse and find it inside your purse. He is going to be dragging you off.... or tossing you into his vehicle or whatever. Or he will have snatched your purse. There is a reason law enforcement people have their guns on their bodies at all times. Think about what you are going to do in a bad situation. Have a plan. Have your weapon within easy reach.
There is purses that are made with a special pocket to put your pistol in so its there where you put it and easy to grab when you need it, no digging around. |
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Location: North Texas | TXBO - 2014-05-29 10:34 AM Wrapn3inAK - 2014-05-29 12:27 AM I believe that if you are going to carry do it openly. I would rather avoid a gunfight if at all possible and carrying my weapon out in the open tells everyone I have one! I don't want to surprise the bad guy by pulling my weapon I want them to pass on messing with me because I am carrying. That's fine as long as nobody is within 21 feet of your perimeter and you are capable of drawing and firing in less than 1 and a half seconds in any direction on immediate breach of that perimeter. Otherwise, you become the first target.
As demonstrated via TxBo's Post Open Carry is/can be a double edged sword. I support OC from a Political POV, however I would have to decide upon OC via Case by Case Situational Basis. |
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| foundation horse - 2014-05-29 11:25 AM TXBO - 2014-05-29 10:34 AM Wrapn3inAK - 2014-05-29 12:27 AM I believe that if you are going to carry do it openly. I would rather avoid a gunfight if at all possible and carrying my weapon out in the open tells everyone I have one! I don't want to surprise the bad guy by pulling my weapon I want them to pass on messing with me because I am carrying. That's fine as long as nobody is within 21 feet of your perimeter and you are capable of drawing and firing in less than 1 and a half seconds in any direction on immediate breach of that perimeter. Otherwise, you become the first target. As demonstrated via TxBo's Post Open Carry is/can be a double edged sword. I support OC from a Political POV, however I would have to decide upon OC via Case by Case Situational Basis.
Yea, don't get me wrong. I'm all for the right to carry openly. It's just not the best choice for many situations. |
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Location: Somewhere between raising hell and Amazing Grace | I've not read all the posts. But for those not sure what type of gun to carry I wanted to share my thoughts.
First, whatever gun you choose to carry, practice practice practice. Do NOT carry a weapon you are not familiar with inside and out. Know how to take the weapon apart and put it back together, how to clean it, and most of how, how to accurately fire it.
If you are ever in a situation that necessitates drawing a weapon, you can bet for damn sure it will be very fast, very rushed, maybe scary, and will have your adrenaline pumping. And you will have little time to react to whatever the situation is. If you are not famliar with that weapon then it will do you no good at all, or you could possibly do more harm then good. Part of being comfortable with what you are carrying is being able to fire it in a split second, but also being able to NOT FIRE it in a split second.
Secondly, before you buy your first gun, shoot as many different types of weapons as you can. You can easily go to most indoor ranges and rent their guns for 10 bucks each or so (and you don't have to take it home and clean it :)). Fire a .38 revolver, a 9mm, a .380, a .45, etc etc. Fire a polymer weapon and a steel weapon. There is a HUGE difference in the two. I myself am way more accurate with a steel 1911 then any polymer. The weight of the gun itself helps my accuracy and control.
Lastly, don't assume a revolver. The biggest mistake I see woman make is assuming they want a revolver. My husband even suggested I get a revolver as my first personal weapon. I did and I hated it from day one because I SUCKED at firing it. Pattern sucked, was never comfortable. So I started shooting his .45 Witness and .45 H&K. I loved the witness. I didn't actually carry concealed until his grandad gave me a Llama .380 1911 sub compact. LOVED that gun from the first day I fired it. However, it's older and a keepsake.
I ended purchasing a Kimber 1911 that is now my carry weapon. I am very good with a revolver now but still prefer the Kimber.
Another thing I suggest, but most people can't get comfortable, is learning to shoot with both hands. I'm ambidextrous to begin with, but had to get comfortable shooting with both hands. That way if you break or injure your dominant hand, you can still protect yourself. |
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| missroselee - 2014-05-29 12:13 PM
I've not read all the posts. But for those not sure what type of gun to carry I wanted to share my thoughts.
First, whatever gun you choose to carry, practice practice practice. Do NOT carry a weapon you are not familiar with inside and out. Know how to take the weapon apart and put it back together, how to clean it, and most of how, how to accurately fire it.
If you are ever in a situation that necessitates drawing a weapon, you can bet for damn sure it will be very fast, very rushed, maybe scary, and will have your adrenaline pumping. And you will have little time to react to whatever the situation is. If you are not famliar with that weapon then it will do you no good at all, or you could possibly do more harm then good. Part of being comfortable with what you are carrying is being able to fire it in a split second, but also being able to NOT FIRE it in a split second.
Secondly, before you buy your first gun, shoot as many different types of weapons as you can. You can easily go to most indoor ranges and rent their guns for 10 bucks each or so (and you don't have to take it home and clean it :)). Fire a .38 revolver, a 9mm, a .380, a .45, etc etc. Fire a polymer weapon and a steel weapon. There is a HUGE difference in the two. I myself am way more accurate with a steel 1911 then any polymer. The weight of the gun itself helps my accuracy and control.
Lastly, don't assume a revolver. The biggest mistake I see woman make is assuming they want a revolver. My husband even suggested I get a revolver as my first personal weapon. I did and I hated it from day one because I SUCKED at firing it. Pattern sucked, was never comfortable. So I started shooting his .45 Witness and .45 H&K. I loved the witness. I didn't actually carry concealed until his grandad gave me a Llama .380 1911 sub compact. LOVED that gun from the first day I fired it. However, it's older and a keepsake.
I ended purchasing a Kimber 1911 that is now my carry weapon. I am very good with a revolver now but still prefer the Kimber.
Another thing I suggest, but most people can't get comfortable, is learning to shoot with both hands. I'm ambidextrous to begin with, but had to get comfortable shooting with both hands. That way if you break or injure your dominant hand, you can still protect yourself.
Agreed on the revolver issue. You can rest assured knowing if you haven't cleaned it for months it will still fire. HOWEVER. You only get 6 or so rounds before you have to reload, and the reload on a revolver is tedious. When you're shaking and scared you will need to reload seamlessly and quickly. A semi-auto gives you more rounds per reload, a MUCH easier reload, better accuracy, and less recoil (usually). My revolver feels like I'm hammering concrete. My semi auto is much more comfortable. |
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Location: Somewhere between raising hell and Amazing Grace | True on the revolver and reloading.....but the ideal situation would only take a single bullet....make the first one count :) Obviously you can't predict when it takes on or needs them all.
Here's what most people don't get sometimes. I will always carry a weapon when I feel the need to. But I pray to GOD I NEVER have to draw it, let alone fire it. You don't carry a weapon just so you can fire it. You carry it in case you need to, but pray you never have to. If I can go to my grave without ever having to fire a weapon again at anything but a target, then I will be happy. |
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Location: North Texas | TXBO - 2014-05-29 12:01 PM foundation horse - 2014-05-29 11:25 AM TXBO - 2014-05-29 10:34 AM Wrapn3inAK - 2014-05-29 12:27 AM I believe that if you are going to carry do it openly. I would rather avoid a gunfight if at all possible and carrying my weapon out in the open tells everyone I have one! I don't want to surprise the bad guy by pulling my weapon I want them to pass on messing with me because I am carrying. That's fine as long as nobody is within 21 feet of your perimeter and you are capable of drawing and firing in less than 1 and a half seconds in any direction on immediate breach of that perimeter. Otherwise, you become the first target. As demonstrated via TxBo's Post Open Carry is/can be a double edged sword. I support OC from a Political POV, however I would have to decide upon OC via Case by Case Situational Basis.
You and I are on the same page.
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Location: North Texas | Miss Rose Lee, TxBo, Horse Mommy Five O..................
I would suspect Ya'll know this, but anyway:
History says most shooting events last than 30 Seconds at a range of less than 10 Feet and 3 Rounds are fired. This is what History has averaged to be the composite description of said shooting event. |
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Location: North Texas | And I would not recommend a small revolver either. I would NOT recommend a Ruger LCR Series or Smith&Wesson Bodyguard or Airweight to a Novice (Man or Woman) Concealed Carry Liscensee. The three series I just described as so lightweight that 'they' will beat the snot out of the shooter's hand and wrist to practice with. I have fairly thick hands and I do not care to shoot these weapons. Especially the Ruger LCR .357 Magum with .357 Magum Loads! The S&W Bodyguard and Airweight along with Chief Series are designed as 'carry' weapons. But in reality have been regulated to BUG(s) I.E. Back Up Gun(s). |
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OT-Any ladies carry concealed weapons?