Thoughts On Pocket Carry

I went to cargo pants. My wife calls them my 'gun pants'. I particularly like the Wrangler cargo's with the WRG label on the pocket. Those WRG cargo pants have a built in cell phone pocket sewn in behind both cargo pockets that is absolutely perfect for carrying your tactical light. You can carry it left or right. That way the light instantly in reach and is out of your regular pockets and the cargo pockets on the side. When I drive, I move my P3AT in the nemesis holster to the side cargo pocket, and keep the flap open. Now my side cargo acts like a holster, keeping the pistol ready to instantly draw incase of trouble.
Ohio Rusty ><>
 
It has been over 100 degrees for 52 days this summer in Austin. I wear as little clothes as possible(Ken-I'll send you some pics). I carry a Seacamp in a leather pocket holster in my back pocket. If it ever gets cooler I will go back to my beloved 1911. I also carry my benchmade of course and I have managed to survive, except for the mild heat stroke.

David
 
For me, pocket carry is where I build up from. I recognize the shortcomings of pocket carry so 99% of the time I have another firearm stashed on me elsewhere more accessible when sitting.

However, as stated I view pocket as my main form of carry, I have a .38, .380 or .32 in the pocket even when I have a 9mm or .45 on the hip. Why? Because I can start half my draw unobtrusively, among other reasons including the fact that I have trained myself that it is the one spot there is always a firearm on me. It is programmed in. I like it that way.

To be fair while sitting in your car for most states carry laws it can come out and rest elsewhere more accessible in the car. I know a lot of folks that keep a holster setup permanently attached somewhere in their car for temporary stashing for just that purpose.
 
I am a big advocate of Pocket Carry.

It's appears very non-threatening to walk across a Parking Lot with your hand on a gun in your pocket. Since the fastest draw is the gun already in your hand, that part is covered by already having my hand on the gun.

Bear in mind, pocket carry is not for every situation, and as noted is almost useless when seated. That's OK, as the gun carried in my waistband is what I'm using the pocket gun to fight my way to.

For me it's about accessability. If I have a gun on my waist, and I do. I very well can't walk across a Parking Lot with my coat swept back and my hand on my gun. I can however have my hand on my gun when it's in my pocket. For what it's worth, I carry at least a 38 SPL in my pocket, as that's my minimum caliber to own or shoot.

To me a 38 SPL J-Frame is a "mousegun". I don't go smaller than that. From expirience I don't like autoloaders in the pocket, for various reasons. I also don't care for them, autoloaders, on the ankle, but that's fodder for another topic.

I also don't leave home without at least two guns. If I had to carry in the pocket only, then it would be a J-Frame in each pocket. You can bet that my hands would be in my pockets a lot, as it's very natural for me. I can be deadly while not appearing so to the sheeple.

Biker
 
2CoolToolz, I am glad to see that I am not the only one who cuts my Nemesis to exactly how I like them. :)

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Yep, I like to able to get my grip more or less set. It also reduces bulk. As long as the holster keeps the gun oriented in my pocket and the trigger covered, I'm good.
 
It seems we have to cut a Nemesis because it really isn't built for any particular gun. I've also trimmed a Mika pocket holster for a 642 as much as I could without making it fall apart.

I don't see anything wrong with any reasonable manner of carry. It's personal choice, based on the specifics of any person's specific day-to-day behaviors, preferences, abilities, and situation.

I feel front pants-pocket carry is by far the most convenient method of carry. But I don't carry in my pocket anymore because I don't like shooting the guns that can be carried that way. I also don't like a gun taking up one whole pocket when I also have two sets of keys, a cellphone, knife, change, or other crap that needs to be there.

I typically use a clip holster to carry IWB on the front part of my body. I also pay attention to my surroundings. If my hairs are standing up, I'll walk around with my hand under the front of my shirt without hesitation.
 
I just recently began pocket carrying and it works well for me. I work on a military post and while I can have a gun in my truck - I can't carry. When I leave the post, I can drop my Guardian in the pocket and I'm armed.

Here in GA, holsters are required for pocket carry and I'm finding the Desantis Superfly a good choice. It's very "tacky" and sticks to your pocket allowing an easy draw. I've also had it in my back pocket (using the detachable "cover" that comes with it) and it works very well there also...
 
Fun thread! I always enjoy how a thread can wander around a bit with back and forths opinions flying and then settle down into helpful realistic examples.

IMO, pocket carry is a very flexible convenient option that can't simply be ignored or dismissed. I do it everyday with my Kahr PM9 along with a spare mag.

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Personally I feel the mouse guns fill more of a backup role than a primary role. Comfort can get you in deep excrement, the Keltec size P11 guns in 9mm I feel are the bare minimum for defense. I used to carry a P-11 and now carry a XD subcompact and find no real big difference in comfort or concealment issues. The XD offers better trigger, more rounds, and better sights.

This is not to say a 380 can't get it done, but shot placement and angle are a bit more critical. I am not a gambling man, and any gunfight with any caliber is a gamble. I just like to have better odds when it comes to protecting myself and loved ones.
 
Personally I feel the mouse guns fill more of a backup role than a primary role.
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Personally I feel that larger guns fill more of a ego role than a neccessary role.*

WildpocketrocketAlaska TM

*Depending on circumstances of course
 
I use to have a tomcat and always had to work at getting out of my pocket and away from its holster and found that a j sized revolver fit well and made that my main carry till this year. Now i carry a pf-9 and or a charter 38undercover lite,another j sized gun, and both fit a pocket well ,don't move around and the grips of both set just under the pocket opening and are as easy to draw as a hip carry that i only use at a match. I do use a desantis pocket holster for each but can carry just as easy with out useing just the add on piece from the holster to fill out the pocket so the handguns don't stand out. I wanted a 380 but after slidding one in my pocket desided that i did not want to have to find or chase it any more and will stay with the slightly bigger guns.
 
Well my vote is against the OP as well. I have carried a S&W 642CT in a Safariland 64 pocket holster for about 6 years and love it. Can use it with any of my dress options (other than a swim suit:eek:) and I like being able to have my hand on the gun and no one would be the wiser. Never had a "lint" problem either. I think it is the best way to carry.
 
I regularly take care of my firearms, so lint isn't an issue. But pocket carry suits me for the type of clothing I wear.... So "no," I don't dress around my CCW.

But in the car, it's out of my pocket and stashed in a convenient area for me or any of my passengers to get a hold of, should the need present itself.
 
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