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OrangeAnimal wrote:Easy to say harder to execute.

OrangeAnimal wrote:I would suggest the best scenario to be carrying them OWB. Second in the pocket and last in IWB. You have to contend with your shirt in the way possibly needing two hands to grasp it etc. Too much trouble, I will say the only mag carrier I tried was hybrid kydex/leather one and the mags just fit so tight in there. An all kydex one may be better as the material will not crush down between your waist and your belt. When/if you ever have to call upon a second magazine you better be able to find cover or be like lightening with it. I choose to find cover. Matter of fact I will be looking for it as soon as I fire more than a couple shots and notice things just aren't going in my favor.

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OrangeAnimal wrote:It's not that hard to withdraw and load another mag from your pocket. I think that sticking them in your pocket the only trouble you could likely have is if you keep other items in there. Change, pocket lint, a receipt etc. could become stuck in the end of the mag. I know that an awful lot of crap gets built up on my gun and I don't even have it in my pocket. ..

I'm still carrying my spare 12 round magazine in my left pocket and it is the exclusive tenant of that pocket. Every few months I have to unload it and use my air compressor to blow out the lint - it's amazing how much builds up from pocket carry.

TexasCajun wrote:I use the Foxx dual single attack 9mm mag carrier iwb. Wear it every day with no problems. If you pocket carry your spare mags, make sure you devote extra time to reload drills.

bdickens wrote:Midway.

bdickens wrote:I use a magazine pouch that does a very good impression of a pouch for a multi-tool.

RJGold wrote:I have an IWB mag holder, several OWB mag holders, and one holster with a spare mag holder built in. I very seldom use any of them. I most often carry my spare mags in my pocket. I have a nylon knife holster that I use for my .380 spare mags but I don't attach it to my belt, I carry it in my pocket as well...

OrangeAnimal wrote:I got a Crossbreed IWB single mag holster put it on once. Then tossed it in a drawer. OWB for the mag or just put in your pocket. I rarely carry the extra mag unless I have to carry my .380. The mags are tiny so tossing one in my pocket is no big deal and I can retrieve and load in short order, I have practiced it.

AlaskanInTexas wrote:I solved this problem by just not carrying an extra magazine. Not the best tactical solution, but quite comfortable.

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Sport Coach wrote:I second the holster IWB and spare mag in left front pocket (assuming right handed). My IWB is reasonably comfortable since I bought pants one size up and I make sure to have only spare mag in pocket, switching keys to right pocket.

Left handed , but I am going to try out the spare mag in my right pocket, I keep my wallet and keys there but I can make it fit.

Also LH. Wear the IWB at ~11:00 as close to middle as possible with the kydex magazine pouch in right rear pocket. I have tried the single spare magazine route without a pouch and while it works as Andy says, you have to be mindful of lint, pocket trash, etc. getting into the mag. Wanting to have two spare mags and eliminate the mag contamination problem, I went with the stripped kydex double magazine pouch solution. It works for me. My offer of the free Crossbreed IWB double mag pouch stands if you want to try that route.

Well I truly appreciate that, sir! I may have to give you a six pack for the convienence.
Where did you find that Kydex pouch at? Any particular brands to look at?

The one I used was a BladeTech, but Blackhawk also makes one that will work and there are probably others. The key is to be able to remove the belt slide or paddle to leave a relatively flat surface. The paddle on mine came off by removing some screws. Could always remount the belt slide/paddle if desired. I trust you are carrying a 1911 of some type. The one I'm offering only works for M1911 .45ACP mags.

Shoot_First wrote:

TrackinPat wrote:

Sport Coach wrote:I second the holster IWB and spare mag in left front pocket (assuming right handed). My IWB is reasonably comfortable since I bought pants one size up and I make sure to have only spare mag in pocket, switching keys to right pocket.

Left handed , but I am going to try out the spare mag in my right pocket, I keep my wallet and keys there but I can make it fit.

Also LH. Wear the IWB at ~11:00 as close to middle as possible with the kydex magazine pouch in right rear pocket. I have tried the single spare magazine route without a pouch and while it works as Andy says, you have to be mindful of lint, pocket trash, etc. getting into the mag. Wanting to have two spare mags and eliminate the mag contamination problem, I went with the stripped kydex double magazine pouch solution. It works for me. My offer of the free Crossbreed IWB double mag pouch stands if you want to try that route.

Sport Coach wrote:I second the holster IWB and spare mag in left front pocket (assuming right handed). My IWB is reasonably comfortable since I bought pants one size up and I make sure to have only spare mag in pocket, switching keys to right pocket.

Shoot_First wrote:I have a Crossbreed IWB double magazine pouch for 1911 mags that rests in the bottom of the holster drawer we all have. The holster and magazine pouch took up too much real estate on my 40" waist, was difficult to rig on both sides without my pants falling down, and just took too long. Now I wear the IWB holster and carry two mags in a kydex double magazine pouch with the belt clip removed... looks like a wallet in my back pocket... no one has ever asked why I carry two wallets. This setup gives me 25 rounds of .45ACP on board. If you want the Crossbreed IWB double magazine pouch, PM me to arrange pick up if you or over Beaumont way.

AlaskanInTexas wrote:

TrackinPat wrote:So, I will be carrying my Crossbreed Supertuck Deluxe once I have my CHL and I am looking at getting a magazine holder from them as well... if I am already carrying IWB would it be unwise to also get an IWB magazine holder as well? Will that put an annoying amount of pressure on my hips and sides or what? I'm almost inclined to carry an OWB magazine carrier with it.

You will just have to go through doors sideways.