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by oljames3
Thu Dec 31, 2015 9:39 pm
Forum: General Texas CHL Discussion
Topic: Iwb and open carry
Replies: 10
Views: 2527

Re: Iwb and open carry

Kadelic wrote:I have been curious of other opinions on this and I'm thankful for this discussion. In my non-professional and obviously untested opinion this is a non-issue. I have already considered using my normal CC IWB holsters but not having to worry about maintaining concealment at all times. Not that I would intentionally reveal, but there have been times I've accidentally revealed and got really nervous until I realized nobody was the wiser. For most intents and purposes I will continue to carry concealed. I have purchased a new OWB holster specifically for OC, but will probably not use it very often, at least not until the newness of OC wears off quite a bit. One scenario I can see where I end up OC'ing with an IWB holster is when I'm using a jacket as concealment but want to remove it for whatever reason, like being seated at a restaurant. As long as the handgun is holstered I can't see how IWB or OWB makes a difference.
"As long as the handgun is holstered I can't see how IWB or OWB makes a difference."

I have, in an other state, been asked why I was not using a holster when I was carrying in IWB. This possible confusion makes me think that the risk of the uninitiated or the antis calling 911 to report MWAG carrying with the pistol stuck in the waistband is too high for me. Your risk analysis may vary.

I know that in my town IWB will be OK. I'll continue to conceal IWB at work in Austin. After work, I'll tuck my shirt behind the pistol for the drive home. I don't usually stop until I get back to my city.

Happy New Year! :thewave
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by oljames3
Thu Dec 31, 2015 1:50 pm
Forum: General Texas CHL Discussion
Topic: Iwb and open carry
Replies: 10
Views: 2527

Re: Iwb and open carry

Tech47502 wrote:Is it legal to carry IWB openly or do I need an actal OWB holster?
This is not settled. You should be conservative until you can ascertain how your PD will enforce the law.

In most of the presentations I have watched or attended, law enforcement has said that IWB is legal. However, some have not. I have personally discussed this with the chiefs of my city and they say its OK.

While carrying in an IWB outside of Tucson, AZ, last summer, a non-native asked me why I was not using a holster. This possibility for confusion among non-carriers causes me to be cautious when using my IWB for carrying openly.

Personally, I will use my new OWB for most of my open carrying because it is more comfortable. When at work, I'll conceal (using my IWB) as my employer requires. On the way home, I'll tuck my shirt behind the pistol. If I stop anywhere on the way, I'll untuck to cover the pistol. Once in my city, I'll know what the PD enforces.

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