Originally posted by: fisheerman
Originally posted by: fisheerman
Dont carry in DC or you are going to be in the slammer..................
Originally posted by: teddyv
Glock 27.
For the most part it lives in my glove compartment, though I will take it along occasionally.
Years and years ago my brother and I were on our way out to Canaan Valley ski resort in West Virginia. My family had a place there at the time and we often left after work on Friday, arrived later in the evening and we'd ski the weekend. We left much later than usual this particular friday night and of course got VERY lost on the way out. We'd finally found a way, an isolated coal road, that took us over to where we needed to be and were driving along when my Brother suddenly said. "There is a car following us." I looked back - no headlights - though when I tapped my brakes I could see the sudden glow of a second set of brake lights about 100 yards back. Right about then we came out of the woods and onto a bridge. At the far end, maybe 40 or so yars off, a pickup truck was parked straddling both lanes. I stopped at the foot of the bridge, turned on the inside light and took out the Beretta 92F I had in the Ramcharger's center console. I chambered a round with the slide, put it on the dashboard, and turned off the inside light.
The Pickup blinked its lights, backed up off the bridge and drove off. The car behind went into reverse then also drove off in the other direction.
Ever since, unless I am heading north (DC, MD) I will carry something along in the glove compartment.
Originally posted by: biggestmuff
OP, in what state are you carrying? Typically, the law is written so that the firearms is covered and out of sight. Depending on how your state law is written, "concealed" doesn't mean that the firearm can't "print". Printing is having the outline of a firearm visible; wearing a tight fitting shirt pulled over the firearm.
In Virginia, I've carried in a side holster with a t shirt tucked in to my pants and just an open, unbuttoned shirt over the top. Careful doing that in your state. Some state's have laws about proper concealment as well as their own definition of brandishing. Also, check up on your state's open carry laws. They will both tie together and can help protect you if you ever accidentally and innocently expose your firearm. Read them and know them well!
People that aren't into guns or know the law will not even realize you have a firearm. It's just not something people think about if they aren't into the hobby or have a permit of their own.
The fun is you trying to spot people that conceal carry. Ever see a guy wearing a fanny-pack? What about a "photography vest"?
Originally posted by: pontifex
Originally posted by: biggestmuff
OP, in what state are you carrying? Typically, the law is written so that the firearms is covered and out of sight. Depending on how your state law is written, "concealed" doesn't mean that the firearm can't "print". Printing is having the outline of a firearm visible; wearing a tight fitting shirt pulled over the firearm.
In Virginia, I've carried in a side holster with a t shirt tucked in to my pants and just an open, unbuttoned shirt over the top. Careful doing that in your state. Some state's have laws about proper concealment as well as their own definition of brandishing. Also, check up on your state's open carry laws. They will both tie together and can help protect you if you ever accidentally and innocently expose your firearm. Read them and know them well!
People that aren't into guns or know the law will not even realize you have a firearm. It's just not something people think about if they aren't into the hobby or have a permit of their own.
The fun is you trying to spot people that conceal carry. Ever see a guy wearing a fanny-pack? What about a "photography vest"?
I live in PA. I don't recall seeing anything about the gun havign to be concealed, but ill double check now that you guys mentioned that.
Although thats not why i was asking. i was asking because even with my small frame Bersa Thunder, its hard to conceal without a coat. sure, my shirts can cover the gun, but you can still see the bulge of it.
so do you guys just not worry about the bulge then? i wanted it to be completely concealed and was wondering how people pulled it off.
Originally posted by: pontifex
Originally posted by: biggestmuff
OP, in what state are you carrying? Typically, the law is written so that the firearms is covered and out of sight. Depending on how your state law is written, "concealed" doesn't mean that the firearm can't "print". Printing is having the outline of a firearm visible; wearing a tight fitting shirt pulled over the firearm.
In Virginia, I've carried in a side holster with a t shirt tucked in to my pants and just an open, unbuttoned shirt over the top. Careful doing that in your state. Some state's have laws about proper concealment as well as their own definition of brandishing. Also, check up on your state's open carry laws. They will both tie together and can help protect you if you ever accidentally and innocently expose your firearm. Read them and know them well!
People that aren't into guns or know the law will not even realize you have a firearm. It's just not something people think about if they aren't into the hobby or have a permit of their own.
The fun is you trying to spot people that conceal carry. Ever see a guy wearing a fanny-pack? What about a "photography vest"?
I live in PA. I don't recall seeing anything about the gun havign to be concealed, but ill double check now that you guys mentioned that.
Although thats not why i was asking. i was asking because even with my small frame Bersa Thunder, its hard to conceal without a coat. sure, my shirts can cover the gun, but you can still see the bulge of it.
so do you guys just not worry about the bulge then? i wanted it to be completely concealed and was wondering how people pulled it off.
Originally posted by: pontifex
Originally posted by: biggestmuff
The fun is you trying to spot people that conceal carry. Ever see a guy wearing a fanny-pack? What about a "photography vest"?
so do you guys just not worry about the bulge then? i wanted it to be completely concealed and was wondering how people pulled it off.
Originally posted by: Citrix
i turned in my paper work for my CCP 2 weeks ago. the lady said its a 8-12 week waiting period while all the checks are done.
Originally posted by: IcebergSlim
Originally posted by: pontifex
Originally posted by: biggestmuff
OP, in what state are you carrying? Typically, the law is written so that the firearms is covered and out of sight. Depending on how your state law is written, "concealed" doesn't mean that the firearm can't "print". Printing is having the outline of a firearm visible; wearing a tight fitting shirt pulled over the firearm.
In Virginia, I've carried in a side holster with a t shirt tucked in to my pants and just an open, unbuttoned shirt over the top. Careful doing that in your state. Some state's have laws about proper concealment as well as their own definition of brandishing. Also, check up on your state's open carry laws. They will both tie together and can help protect you if you ever accidentally and innocently expose your firearm. Read them and know them well!
People that aren't into guns or know the law will not even realize you have a firearm. It's just not something people think about if they aren't into the hobby or have a permit of their own.
The fun is you trying to spot people that conceal carry. Ever see a guy wearing a fanny-pack? What about a "photography vest"?
I live in PA. I don't recall seeing anything about the gun havign to be concealed, but ill double check now that you guys mentioned that.
Although thats not why i was asking. i was asking because even with my small frame Bersa Thunder, its hard to conceal without a coat. sure, my shirts can cover the gun, but you can still see the bulge of it.
so do you guys just not worry about the bulge then? i wanted it to be completely concealed and was wondering how people pulled it off.
wear looser fitting clothing when you carry.
What type of holster do you have now? IWB? OWB? Where are you carrying it?Originally posted by: pontifex
Originally posted by: IcebergSlim
Originally posted by: pontifex
Originally posted by: biggestmuff
OP, in what state are you carrying? Typically, the law is written so that the firearms is covered and out of sight. Depending on how your state law is written, "concealed" doesn't mean that the firearm can't "print". Printing is having the outline of a firearm visible; wearing a tight fitting shirt pulled over the firearm.
In Virginia, I've carried in a side holster with a t shirt tucked in to my pants and just an open, unbuttoned shirt over the top. Careful doing that in your state. Some state's have laws about proper concealment as well as their own definition of brandishing. Also, check up on your state's open carry laws. They will both tie together and can help protect you if you ever accidentally and innocently expose your firearm. Read them and know them well!
People that aren't into guns or know the law will not even realize you have a firearm. It's just not something people think about if they aren't into the hobby or have a permit of their own.
The fun is you trying to spot people that conceal carry. Ever see a guy wearing a fanny-pack? What about a "photography vest"?
I live in PA. I don't recall seeing anything about the gun havign to be concealed, but ill double check now that you guys mentioned that.
Although thats not why i was asking. i was asking because even with my small frame Bersa Thunder, its hard to conceal without a coat. sure, my shirts can cover the gun, but you can still see the bulge of it.
so do you guys just not worry about the bulge then? i wanted it to be completely concealed and was wondering how people pulled it off.
wear looser fitting clothing when you carry.
i don't think i can get any looser
Originally posted by: Mutilator
So it's an Uncle Mike's that goes Outside your Waist Band (OWB). That's your problem right there.
Cheap + OWB = Printing galore.
Spend the $$ and get a good IWB holster, or the smartcarry if you're comfortable with a gun down there.![]()
Originally posted by: pontifex
IWB just seems extremely uncomfortable.
Originally posted by: pontifex
Originally posted by: biggestmuff
OP, in what state are you carrying? Typically, the law is written so that the firearms is covered and out of sight. Depending on how your state law is written, "concealed" doesn't mean that the firearm can't "print". Printing is having the outline of a firearm visible; wearing a tight fitting shirt pulled over the firearm.
In Virginia, I've carried in a side holster with a t shirt tucked in to my pants and just an open, unbuttoned shirt over the top. Careful doing that in your state. Some state's have laws about proper concealment as well as their own definition of brandishing. Also, check up on your state's open carry laws. They will both tie together and can help protect you if you ever accidentally and innocently expose your firearm. Read them and know them well!
People that aren't into guns or know the law will not even realize you have a firearm. It's just not something people think about if they aren't into the hobby or have a permit of their own.
The fun is you trying to spot people that conceal carry. Ever see a guy wearing a fanny-pack? What about a "photography vest"?
I live in PA. I don't recall seeing anything about the gun havign to be concealed, but ill double check now that you guys mentioned that.
Although thats not why i was asking. i was asking because even with my small frame Bersa Thunder, its hard to conceal without a coat. sure, my shirts can cover the gun, but you can still see the bulge of it.
so do you guys just not worry about the bulge then? i wanted it to be completely concealed and was wondering how people pulled it off.
Originally posted by: Minjin
In PA, open carry is allowed. No permit needed. You need a permit to concealed carry. You don't generally see people open carry because the public is easily frightened. I'm almost surprised some one or some group hasn't organized an Open Carry Day to illustrate that it is perfectly legal.