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Yeah they have a great price for a reinforced gun belt

Feel free to ask any questions any time.
Many of us tried many different "systems" of carrying and can save you buying gimmicks that sound good but end up in a drawer unused.

At first it's a real learning experience, later it's as natural as putting on shoes to go out. You don't consciously notice or mentally dwell upon wearing a gun, (or shoes) but feel odd without it (them).

Speaking of deep pockets, certain models of slacks/pants/jeans at Duluth Trading Co have deep pockets, not all models do, but the ones I buy do. They'll say things like 12 inch deep pockets etc on those.
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Old suits/ pants can be altered and the pockets deepened.

a P9 is a bit bigger than a pm9, but in the right pants, it can work.

IWB is easiest probably, and I prefer it, easier/faster access and imho, very secure with a proper belt made to be a gun belt
When carrying IWB, a real kydex reinforced gun belt from Comptac or other manufacturer makes all the difference, don't get tired as easily, easier to conceal, etc etc

Blackhawk is Kydex reinforced $29.00 a super good first gun belt for those not yet understanding why they need a stiff (preferably kydex reinforced) gun belt instead of a belt from Target/Sears etc

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IMPORTANT SIZING: The pistol belts have 5 holes to insert the belt tongue through. The size measurement of the belt is taken from the fold of the belt as it attaches to the belt buckle to the MIDDLE hole in the belt. For example, the 40" size belt, measures 40" from the fold of the belt as it attaches to the belt buckle to the MIDDLE hole that the buckle tongue would be inserted.

Ordinary dress belts are simply not the proper platform for carrying a handgun, spare mags or handcuffs. Everyday dress belts don’t have the stability needed to keep your handgun from rolling out, yet a heavier belt with a suit can scream “Armed Professional”. These Carbon-Fiber and lizard skin finished belts give you the same appearance as any other 1 1/4 inch dress belt that is made of premium materials, with the added benefit of a reinforcement spine.

Even with pocket carrying weight, a proper reinforced belt made for concealed carry keeps your back from getting tired as fast and also keeps you from having to tighten a regular belt so tight.

1. It is my understanding that in Texas, one does not have to announce that you are carrying when entering another's home. That said, how do all of you handle it from an etiquette perspective? Many of our friends have young children, some of them are extremely liberal, and I could see it making others very uncomfortable if I accidentally showed or printed and it was noticed. Never going over to those friends' houses isn't really an option (although I occasionally wish it were), and I suppose I could just leave the gun in the car. Any other ideas for handling this situation?

When visiting other peoples' homes, I never announce whether I have on my Donald Duck, Micky Mouse or Superman underwear, they can guess if they want to and I'l neither confirm nor deny... if they want to imagine anything I have concealed under my clothing, whether it is Conservative pantaloons over 2 layers of Depends or Liberal Hippy Commando style ...that's their deal, not my concern.
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pocket carry in a proper pocket holster works with PM9 real well for visiting
and tucked IWB for work, movies, restaurants etc
fanny pack for jogging if you wish
You can adjust t0 different holsters/carry methods using the same gun for your plans that day