Concealed Nation

This is my Smith and Wesson M&P Shield.  I carry it in 2 different holsters:  A Q Series Stealth IWB when I’m at work (Have to tuck my shirt in.) and a Bianchi Model 57 OWB holster all other times.  Both holsters are very comfortable and easy to conceal.  The Q Series is especially great for deep concealment and comes with an optional paracord.   Also carry a spare magazine in a Bianchi magazine holster.  My belt is a 5.11 Tactical and the ammo I use is Federal Premium Law Enforcement 147 grain HST.

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Glock 43, Alien Gear IWB, I like the size and feel of the weapon, and the holster is so comfortable.

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1 – Sig Sauer P320 subcompact 9mm, along with a spare magazine in an Alien Gear mag carrier.

2 – I carry my P320 in my Alien Gear IWB holster

3 – This was my first gun ever, and I was unsure of what to buy or later what to carry it in. After looking through Massachusetts’ “very limited” approved weapons roster, I narrowed it down to a few guns based on looks and features. After researching extensively online I had my sights set on the P320. It had dazzled so many other gun owners as far as accuracy and reliability, and I liked the modular design of being able to switch calibers and sizes. I was not disappointed. I ultimately chose the Alien Gear holster to accompany it as it seemed to have the best reviews and the flexibility to adjust tension, height, and angle helped to put my newbie worries at ease seeing that my job requires a lot of movement.

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1. What You Carry XD 40

2. What You Carry It In Alien Gear IWB

3. Why You Carry That Particular Gun In That Particular Holster? I like the weight of the Springfield XD 40, plus it shoots dead on and Alien gear IWB is very comfortable

TOLEDO, OHIO — A man exiting his car needed to call 911 in a hurry, because the firearm he was carrying had discharged. Into his penis.

The single gunshot wound went through his penis and thigh, eventually hitting the driver seat. We can only imagine that his firearm wasn’t holstered properly, as that’s the likely culprit of a negligent discharge while moving around in such a fashion. Or, maybe he wasn’t using a holster at all.

News reports say that he’s in the hospital with serious injuries but is expected to be ok. How ok he’s expected to be isn’t clear, but hopefully he’s really ok.

We’ve seen things like this happen before and it’s never a pretty sight. If you’re not using a holster, or if you’re using a crappy holster, it’s time to re-evaluate your setup. If you don’t, you could wind up in a story on our website.

Fellow 2A advocate and blogger, Bob Owens, was found dead near his home yesterday morning. His website, Bearingarms.com, issued a statement earlier today. That statement can be read here.

We had the pleasure of working with Bob over the years, and offer our deepest condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed by the 2A community, and many others.

A GoFundMe page has been set up for his wife and two children.

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I carry a .40 caliber Smith and Wesson M&P Shield tucked in an Alien Gear 3.0 at the 4/5 o’clock position. I work a desk job and it sits there comfortably for 9 hours a day. The gun and holster both are not only incredibly priced, but the quality is there too. The Shield fits my hand great and with the aftermarket add-on’s it is super easy to shoot accurately, even with a snappy round like the 40s&w. Here’s a pic of everything in my EDC kit except the holster.

CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA — A wannabe thug had some tough words for a clerk while he attempted to rob him, but the clerk used actions over words instead.

Local news reports;

Austin Lodge, 24, went into the Sutton Inn on Emily Drive at approximately 2 a.m. and demanded money from the clerk, according to the Clarksburg Police Department.

The clerk told police that Lodge, who was wearing a black hoodie, jeans with sequins, and earrings, covered his face and said, “Don’t make me pull my piece.”

Before Lodge had a chance to back up his words, the clerk pulled out his own piece and pointed it at him. Lodge quickly had all the thug drained out of him and took off running, apparently being afraid of an armed citizen that’s willing to fight back.

Lodge was arrested when he was found at another hotel and was arrested. He’s facing a charge of first-degree robbery.

And that’s the story. Nice and simple, don’t you think?

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I carry a Glock 19, I carry it in a raven vangaurd. I carry it appendix because that’s the most comfortable for me and seems like it’s the quickest place for me to pull from.

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1. I carry Sig Sauer P239 .40
2. I carry it in a Alien Gear IWB Holster Gen 3
3. I carry my Sig in this holster because the guys at Alien Gear made it specifically for my weapon

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I carry A Sig Sauer P226 Combat in a T-Rex Arms Sidecar appendix holster. I carry the P226 because it was the handgun that I learned to shoot on and because it is the handgun I am most proficient with and that’s whats important. Its heavy and large but that is what works for me and I enjoy carrying this gun. Small guns are great, but I always carry the biggest gun I can effectively conceal and operate. The holster allows me to draw quickly and efficiently from all positions while not sacrificing comfort. It was well thought out and designed for speed, comfort and concealability, even with a gun the size and weight of the P226. I also carry the Spyderco Matriarch 2 knife at all times and when the gun can not be carried.

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Ruger LC9s with kryptek camo.

Alien gear IWB holster.

Very comfortable setup! Hardly even notice it’s there!

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Ok so I know my EDC setup isn’t gonna overwhelm anyone. But after trying so many holsters and guns THIS is what I will actually consistently carry every day.

It’s a KelTec P32 in an Uncle Mikes front pocket holster.

Like I say pretty underwhelming. But it conceals perfectly in everything, even shorts. Not too heavy, bulky, sharp, etc.
I can draw easily and quickly put rounds on target and it’s a surprisingly accurate little gun and goes bang every time. Plus no fighting with the holster to put it on and have it bug me all day.

I try to keep my EDC items small yet functional so I will actually carry them.
Cuz like the old saying goes: a .32 in the pocket beats a .45 in the truck right? :)

Dan posted a great video a few days ago about an unintentional double tap that made it’s way to the interwebs. He talks about an unintentional double tap that he once experienced, and also what went wrong in the example video.

Long story short, the shooter’s finger remained tight on the trigger, depressing it again during the recoil. Which, by the way, was a lot. It’s a Smith & Wesson 500.

The other issue with this particular shooter is that he was trying this one-handed. I can’t speak for everyone, but it seems that he didn’t have a whole lot of experience with this firearm and as a result, sent two bullets down the barrel instead of the intended one.

With firearms like this one, the recoil can indeed place the barrel of the gun in your face (which is why two hands are recommended) and if another bullet is on it’s way down the barrel, well, you can see a potentially dangerous outcome.

Oh, you know, it was only a matter of time before Andrew did a video like this. But instead of offering up some actual flesh –because that’s obviously not going to happen– Andrew uses some ballistic gel in the shape of a torso.

Going from small to large calibers, take a look at the video above to see what can happen with point-blank shots.

HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA — A homeowner was happy to be armed during an attempted home invasion a few days ago, and he sent the criminal running for his life.

Captured on a home surveillance system, the bad guy can be seen trying to get into the front door with some tools. When he was unsuccessful, he attempted to gain entry through a window of the home.

That’s when the homeowner fought back, firing several shots at the criminal.

Police are still looking for this thug who got away, and it is unknown if he was injured as a result of the armed homeowner.

Recently, I made the move from NY to FL (more on that later). The brazen crime that happens down here is not what I’m used to growing up in NY. There’s a whole other level of ‘balls’ on some of these criminals, and gives even more reason to be armed while at home.

When talking about personal defense, many people say, “But I Could Never Shoot Someone.” This video explains the difference between people like that and those who carry a gun everyday. It also explains the mindset of a criminal.

In line with this video from TheFireArmGuy, we pose the question that we’ve posed before; as a concealed carrier, are you actually capable of pulling the trigger if needed? Are you prepared to take a life? If the answer is no, then you should consider other alternatives than carrying a firearm.

More on this in an upcoming article.

Too often we find ourselves sucked into the black hole of our phones. Whether it be a social media post, texting our friends or looking for directions and that makes us vulnerable to criminals. Awareness is our biggest ally when it comes to avoiding a deadly encounter.

In this Episode of Finding Fearless join Jenn and Kristen as they are unknowingly placed in that very same situation and suddenly things turn bad. They will need to find the inner strength to fight the fear in order to survive the fight for their life!

I carry the Beretta PX4, compact, in 9mm (Federal Guarddog) I use the Blackhawk Serpa holster. Extra mags are carried in single and double Fobus carriers. Please don’t ask how far I chased that critter to get the background.

This is my Colt MK IV Government Model .380, and my Sneaky Pete “Carry Concealed in plain sight” belt holster.

I carry this gun because it’s just what I have, and it’s small, small enough to fit in my front pocket, but that is not very practical for me, that’s why I use the Sneaky Pete holster, also because of my weight (fat roll), Most inside the waist type holsters dig into my side…