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Member Section => Defense and Tactics => Topic started by: ellis4538 on January 31, 2017, 04:44:21 PM
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As some of you may know, we own a CanAm Spyder Motorcycle (trike with two wheels in front). Currently I legally carry a Ruger LCP in my coat/pants pocket while riding. We have the RT which is the touring model with king/queen seats and etc. Until recently, I have been satisfied with the LCP but with longer and longer trips in mind I have decided to upgrade to my Shield or a Sig 938 or a Glock 26 or similar. Now comes the unconventional part or you could say out of the box idea. Michael Bane has mentioned the chest carry (as opposed to shoulder holster carry) for heavy armament in the field. Any thoughts on this carry mode using suitable holster/harness if I can find someone to make it for me? I was thinking a nontraditional coat/cover garment with a two way zipper so that I could have it partially unzipped from the bottom in cold weather and a oversize shirt in the warmer weather. I know some of you ride and I'm pretty sure Michael Bane did so hopefully he can chime in. The traditional belt holster isn't out of the question but the element of surprise enters in to it also.
TIA
Richard
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How about some cold weather gear with built in internal holsters.
My Carhartt jackets hold my LCR quite nicely!
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Might work for cold but thinking of warm too. Also have to consider weight distribution.
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They make light jackets with internal holsters, too.
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While the chances of you going down on are lower tgen a 2 wheeled bike. I would not want to land on anything hard like a gun(keys, cell, etc) its going to kake a bad thing worse. When I road I kpet everything in the bag, including the gun. Min was apadded back pack iI lashed to the seat. That way when I went inside I just grabed it and went inside.
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No off body carry.
Think access, and concealment Even in August in the desert you can wear a light vest or jacket that will cover a chest or shoulder holster. You are not real likely to need the gun until you stopped then you would be unzipping anyway.
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While I appreciate the input, my op questioned the use of a chest carry holster rig. My thinking on this is icoe, presentation of a pistol from this carry mode would be unexpected and somewhat easier than other options. Off body isn't an option. Also, although I doubt I would ever get into a running gun battle, I could, if necessary hit the cruise control and make a draw or my wife could reach around and draw. Lots of "what if's here.
Richard
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I carried IWB for my main gun and my BUG in a special-made inside pocket in a custom leather vest.
Something like this (below) under a light jacket, coat, or vest (depending on weather) would work.
http://gunfightersinc.com/products/kenai-chest-holster/
They ain't cheap, but they look like they would do well for what you seek.
(http://b8de56fcc89b9d885238fd59.h4dix7mbx.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/IMG_2619.jpg)
ebay might have something less expensive.
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Is this not a case for the :"Safe PAcker" that Michele is always talking about. I do not have one but I recall him talking about using it a lot. I am sure it is in the Blog and likely the advertisements. I think the supplier is Outdoor Systems or something similar.
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Peg, MB uses a rig similar to that. I think when he goes hiking. That is exactly what I' m thinking about.
nosimij, the Safe Packer might work in some applications but it isn't exactly what I am looking for for this application and it is "off body" which I don't want.
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Keeping it in house. Check out this thread. http://www.downrange.tv/forum/index.php?topic=23190.msg285775.msg#285775
We really like the holster.
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mkm, again, probably a quality product but not exactly what I'm looking for.
Thanks
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If I still rode, a chest rig like that is what I'd consider as well. It's easy for a belt carried gun to become exposed by the wind, and in some states that is a no-no (not a problem in GA).
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Peg, do you remember who makes the rig M B talks about ? I was hoping to get his input too.
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You're welcome. Just for reference, if you compare the one I posted to the previous picture, the bottom of the grip would likely be just above the clip on the belly strap of the backpack. I hope you find what you're looking for.
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Shoulder Holster? Hope you find exactly what you need but.....
https://www.midwayusa.com/product/957528649/galco-miami-classic-2-shoulder-holster-system-right-hand-1911-government-commander-officer-defender-springfield-emp-leather (https://www.midwayusa.com/product/957528649/galco-miami-classic-2-shoulder-holster-system-right-hand-1911-government-commander-officer-defender-springfield-emp-leather)
If need be your wife could access it as well....
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Do a search for chest holster rigs. Kenia,simply rugged, guide gear about cover all price points materials and variations. Personally if I was hiking the lighter weight the better. I think the world of simply rugged but the kenia looks very intetesting.
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Thanks silverback. I'm not hiking I'm ryding our motorcycle so ease of access is the key.
Richard
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Blackhawk SERPA retention holster on one of their VERSA harness chest rigs
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I have been pondering this one and going round and round. No advice from me to muddy the waters, but a question:. What are the concealment issues, benefits, and concerns with each of your options?
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PUN INTENDED... Here is what you need. Why mess with a holster at all....
;D ;D :o
"https://youtu.be/Lt2oTlKRaJI"
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Mike Bjerum, I pretty much spelled things out in my posts. Can't add much.
Richard
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Peg, do you remember who makes the rig M B talks about ? I was hoping to get his input too.
Might have been Survival Sheath Systems, but I'm not 100% sure.
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Ellis what did you decide on? It would be interesting to know what the eventual outcome was.