Best way to wear but hide a handgun while wearing a shirt & tie?

[eldirector]

I hated the Crossbreed. I found it uncomfortable and I didn't like the clips. Scratched some chair backs with them.

They make several types of "clips". I have a velcro-backed belt and their velcro clips. You'd never know I have a holster.

 

[Super Trucker]

If you don't wear skin tight cloths you can conceal a full size gun on your waist with a good quality belt and holster. A J-Frame in your pocket is also a good option.
Remember if they are not "gun people" they most likely will not notice anything. If they do ask tell them it is a colostomy bag that you are really self conscious of, it should get the subject changed quickly.

 

[ckyoursix]

Sneaky pete holsters if your carry a .380. Looks like a cell phone holder. Comfortable, not awkward. Stylish, non threatening. Put your cell in your pocket.

 

[dusty88]

SmartCarry.

Is that a gun in your pants or....

 

[451_Detonics]

I have been carrying either a KelTec PF9 or 642 in this type shirt for many years, they work and are fast, if needed quickly you sacrifice the buttons on your shirt but I simply added small velcro buttons on several dress shirts to make thing easier.

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[VERT]

SmartCarry.

Is that a gun in your pants or....

In certain situations the smartcarry works. Slide it to either the right or left under the pocket. Think of it as inside the pants pocket carry. You do give up some speed as the draw is not as fast as the manufacturer would lead you to believe. A revolver hangs up on the back of the cylinder. A single stack auto will work as well but I would want to have a safety. The Glock 26 is too think. Truth be told there is less muzzling of the fun parts then "Junk Carry" which is all the rage right now. The gun is actually pointed away from you when seated, like pocket carry. Bonus is the strap low under the belt line keeps your shirt tucked in.

 

[BJones]

Crossbreed supertuck or mini tuck, according to what gun you have

 

[45 LongColt]

Lol, awesome.

 

[Captain Bligh]

America dresses like crap. Put your jacket on. Make a statement.

 

[JettaKnight]

Another vote for Crossbreed.

I routinely carry one just about every day - either a compact or a FS .45. Plus, their customer service is top notch.


Do you have to open your fly to get to your gun with smart carry? How do you engage while trying to hold up your pants?
And what if you wear your pants around your thighs like the guy I saw disregarding the "12 items or fewer" at Meijer?

 

[JettaKnight]

America dresses like crap. Put your jacket on. Make a statement.

You're not going to imply that Europeans dress better are you?

I do agree, wearing a tie* without a jacket makes you look like a phone salesman.




* Bowties excluded.

 

[dusty88]

Another vote for Crossbreed.

I routinely carry one just about every day - either a compact or a FS .45. Plus, their customer service is top notch.


Do you have to open your fly to get to your gun with smart carry? How do you engage while trying to hold up your pants?
And what if you wear your pants around your thighs like the guy I saw disregarding the "12 items or fewer" at Meijer?

I don't have Smart Carry but I do have Thunderwear that I use often with my LCP.

Most of the time, I wear it at home with sweatpants or gym shorts. It's a 2-handed draw but I just use the left hand to lift the waistband out and then I can draw with the right. I've occasionally used it with jeans and a belt. As long as the jeans aren't too tight, you can draw the same way. Just pull the waistband out enough to slip your right hand to the gun.

It's certainly not as quick as a quality OWB or IWB holster, but it's an option.

 

[firecadet613]

Do you have to open your fly to get to your gun with smart carry? How do you engage while trying to hold up your pants?
And what if you wear your pants around your thighs like the guy I saw disregarding the "12 items or fewer" at Meijer?

Use your weak hand and pull your belt away from your waist. Access it with your strong hand. I can access it just as quick as iwb carry with a tucked in shirt.

 

[JettaKnight]

Use your weak hand and pull your belt away from your waist. Access it with your strong hand. I can access it just as quick as iwb carry with a tucked in shirt.

You're belt must be a lot looser than mine...

I suppose that thing would be good for the sweatpants / work clothes in public crowd.

 

[firecadet613]

You're belt must be a lot looser than mine...

I suppose that thing would be good for the sweatpants / work clothes in public crowd.

Great with work clothes or a suit and tie. Suck in as you pull the belt...

 

[JettaKnight]

Great with work clothes or a suit and tie. Suck in as you pull the belt...

I've got to do a lot of sucking...

 

[jagee]

I've got to do a lot of sucking...

 

[PaulKersey]

It seems like most people who have carried for a long period of time wind up have a drawer full of holsters that did not work. Every new holster looks like it will be the perfect solution, and then after you get one, it becomes clear that the problem still is not solved. I think that if a carry system is inconvenient, uncomfortable, or slow to put on, most people will simply not use it over time. I have heard the quote that a gun is supposed to be comforting not comfortable, and that sounds great in the break room at some high end training school. In real life, uncomfortable methods get discarded. While it is not perfect, I have found that pocket carry is simple, convenient and works in most environments. The 2 biggest downsides I can think of are the inability to draw from a seated position and the fact that you are limited to smaller firearms. Of course, pocket carry is unsafe if a person is not committed to leaving the gun pocket free of all other items. A good pocket holster that covers the trigger is essential.

 

[firecadet613]

I've got to do a lot of sucking...

6' and 175 works fine :-).

 

[VERT]

Deep concealment is a compromise.
small handguns are a compromise.
Most comfortable, safe and convenient way to carry a gun is in a quality belt mounted holster. But that may or may not be an option for some people.