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I have never been able to carry when tucked in. I have several crossbreeds, and my build just won't allow good carry when tucked. Sure, I'm covered under the law as far as being concealed, but it becomes very obvious that I have a pistol strapped to my hip when tucked in. The other problems is that, in general, if I'm tucked in, I'm going to work. Since I work at a university, I cannot carry tucked or un-tucked, and it's not possible to easily or stealthily re-arm myself when I get to my vehicle.

Most days, I carry a Springfield XDs .45 in a IWB hybrid I made myself at 4:30 and an un-tucked shirt. However, for the days that I'm tucked for work or unable to carry IWB, I carry either a S&W .38 special revolver or a Kahr CM9 in a fabric pocket holster. I used to carry an LCP all the time, but I prefer a bit more punch if I can swing it. The .38 fits into any front pocket I have, and the CM9 works in cargo short front pockets.

I really want to get some smithing work done on my 1911's to make them more carry-friendly. The back straps are heavily checked, and they just tear me apart; I don't wear undershirts. I'm thinking about checking out a local smith a friend referred me to for a de-bur job and more.

--NEB