How is this a good idea for CCW? Weapon is slow to draw, exposed to pick-pockets, not necessarily with you when you need it... Am I missing something?
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How is it a good idea for CCW you say, well this pack has a lot of compartments, making it easy to conceal in various ways. It even has velcro for attaching holster, ammo holders, etc. Sounds pretty good to me. I think what you're missing is not everyone wants or needs to be Quick-draw McGraw. Not everyone wants or can have their weapon on them at all times. Your weapon will not print with this bag, so a pick-pocketer will not be able to know where it is or which pocket it is in. Not everyone has the same CCW needs, but this bag is a good option for those that are open to pack carrying.
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Is it slow to draw? Compared to having your CCW of choice holstered on your hip- Yes. Is it still a better option than not having it at all? Without question. Unless someone OWNS this particular backpack then it is very unlikely that a pick-pocket will know that you are even carrying anything in the hidden compartment. To me the question posed tells me that you are not the type who would typically carry a backpack and thus you wouldn't have much need for an option like this to carry your CCW. However for someone who has to wear business professional attire (tucked in dress shirt and slacks) this is a good option because the need is likely there to have something to keep all your documents/work necessities in and would alleviate the need to constantly keep your suit jacket on so that people would not see the butt of a pistol sticking out of your waistband. I used this backpack almost daily and knowing I had the option to have my CCW somewhat handy and did not need to have it on my hip was a great benefit. Also it is a nice way to carry it while traveling, I could pack almost two days worth of clothes in the bag and I also had someplace to put it in my car so that if I were carrying and got pulled over for anything I would not have to declare that I was carrying to the officer because it was in the backseat out of reach.
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Bruno I would suggest that You try to find someone or a gun dealer in your area that has the Fobus holster and would allow you to try it out. Preferably this would be at a range where you can see how well it retains your firearm and how easy it is to draw from.
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Heh. I've thought about buying and carrying a pistol but haven't yet. Can't say it'll carry the one you mention, but it should be plenty big for a compact pistol.
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It fits, and fits well, BUT... the holster extends the length of my sub by an inch which was a bit frustrating. I'm looking for another option so I can return this one as I want it for conceal carry. If it were just for the range, or periodic use, I'd not mind. CC you want the smallest, lightest, closest to the body holster you can find. Good Luck.
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No, and you would NOT want one. It would defeat the purpose. This holster is primarily intended for a front pant pocket. The grip on the outer surface is supposed to keep the holster in the pocket when you draw the gun out. Take a look at the images on the manufacturers website if you're unsure. I did and that helped before I bought it. I use it daily now and love it.
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Thanks for the info...I have a Ruger LCP and a Taurus PT25...I will try an inside the pants holster and if I don't like it I can always use my Fobus paddle holster...I also have a Hi-Point 9mm,but it is much to heavy(29ozs)to carry,but nice for the car...
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its not horrible. I've practiced a lot with an unloaded weapon at home and got pretty quick with it. For me it's alot to do with muscle memory. Don't carry the gun that requires that holster anymore.
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The way the gun sits in it. I would not recommend as gun is way to tight. When you get the gun in it you have to use 2 hands to get it out. You could never draw. The gun sticks in it.
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I've had no issues with it. This is the same clip my handgun instructor uses too. He and I both like it. It requires some practice to be sure, but the ease of concealment is fantastic. Most people assume it's only a knife!
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Wherever you decide to wear it, you need to be able to draw from the holster within 2 seconds, wearing it in the small of your back will add valuable seconds to your draw time. Plus it leaves it vulnerable for others to come up behind you and draw it before you can. I would advise against it, but that is just my personal opinion.
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For your Beretta it should work fine. It holds in two ways, first by magnets and a compression fit and then, if you like, by a further bar that extends into the trigger guard and locks the weapon in. With just the magnets and compression fit it is super fats to get the weapon out. With the trigger bar engaged you just press down on a bar with your thumb as you draw. Very easy. The weapon is VERY secure in the holster this way. Even by the compression fit and magnets it will not just fall out. I tested mine with my race Glock with so much stuff on it that it needs a pit crew. I love this holster. It probably my favorite for what it is for. It is secure, sets away from the body so it is legal for competition set off distance from your belt (not for IDPA because that is for self defense type of shooting from concealed carry) and secure when turned upside down with your weapon in it without falling out. For practical, it fits nearly everything and really it is "universal". You can cover it with a BIG outer garment or open carry where allowed. It is completely open to the elements. it is very comfortable to wear and positions for a good draw. It is very adjustable for cants. And Hogue does stand by their product. If it is not what you like, contact them and they will take care of it. I contact these manufacturers frequently and rarely have issues when I explain exactly what is going on with their product. I hope yours works as well for you. I used to carry the Beretta Centurion when I was on the police force. One of the many weapons during all the years of change from wheel guns to autos.
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I tried it crossdraw, not very comfortable for me. And because it has a fair amount of built in forward cant, I think it would be hard to draw. Also it took about a week of wearing it everyday(even at work without the gun) to break in the leather but after that it is very comfortable, I wear it between 3:00 and 4:00 oclock.Hope this helped.
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a very good fit for the Rugar LCP, to utilize the effectiveness of a concealed carry adding a laser to the LCP and using the same holster would be of no benefit due to holster restriction and tightness. You would be better served with an ankle or larger hip carry generic variety
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Under ... I wear it so that the grip of my pistol sticks up just a little bit above the top of my jeans, to make it easier to draw. If you have it below the waistline of your jeans it's just one more obstacle to being able to draw your weapon quickly if you should need to.
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My wife and Me agree this is a quality purse but does not lend itself to easy access to your firearm. Also it will only comfortably accomodate fairly small pistols. The main thing we discovered is this: If you want a purse for conceal carry, get one that has a cross body strap. You don't have to struggle trying to hold your purse and retrieve your weapon at the same time. Also they are harder for a thief to grab your purse since it is around your neck. Hope this info. helps as it just our opinion. HAGD
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No not really when your whereing it it's hard to holster the gun because the leather it kinda flimsy. I'm about to get new holster. I forget the name of the material but is plastic like so it keeps it's shape ans make drawing and holstering a breez!! It's a lil more money but worth it. I can send u the link just send me your email
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10 round mags will fit deeply in the pockets. May be harder to pull them out with them so short. Maybe get a 30 round clip and put the round limiter in it to make it CA legal.