Reasonable attempt to conceal

[glbedd53]

I think I understand the concept, reasonable attempt to conceal, I've been carrying about 5 months, I'm too skinny to comfortably carry IWB. Of all the holsters I've already bought there are 2 that work. The Desantis Mini Slide is the more comfortable but if my shirt or jacket does ride up about an inch of that shiney stainless slide shows. I'm trying to break in a new Bianchi 82 which covers all the lower part. I guess I just want to know anyones experiences with accidently showing. I realize the law was probably written intentionally vague but it still concerns me. Is it any worse if a little of the gun accidently shows for a second than if just a little of the black leather holster. Don't think I would intentionally let either be seen. Thanks

[joe817]

Hi glbedd53, welcome to the forum!

Well, a little more detail might help. What kind of gun? What kind of clothes?

It's been said often here, & it took me a little while to fully comprehend the meaning but "you dress around the gun".

ie: buy clothes that full conceal the gun. Bigger pants....longer shirts, etc. Tuckable IWB's are usually the easiest way to conceal. Quickly followed by IWB. Belt holsters present a different challenge since the entire holster is visible, before you try to cover up.

[glbedd53]

I carry a Colt Officers ACP. A little heavy but not big. I have pretty much learned to dress around the gun, but IWB just won't work. I know if I can't wear it somewhat comfortably I won't wear it at all. Winter is not a problem but warmer weather I've been wearing a t-shirt tucked in with a regular button shirt un-tucked. Fortunately I never have to dress up except for church and I don't pack in there anyway. I don't worry about the bulge, I know that's not illegal, it's just if I raise my arms to reach for something up high or such as that I'm sure its exposed for a second. With the Bianchi it's just the lower part of the holster but I know it's still not ideal. Really it comes down to getting even longer shirts but that looks even sloppier. But I will do it if I need to.

[MojoTexas]

What kind of IWB holster(s) have you tried? I'm a big fan of the Crossbreed Super-Tuck, and I've heard good things about the CompTac Minotaurs. With a sturdy belt and a top-notch IWB holster, I would wager that it would work for you.

[glbedd53]

I tried the second one you said and it just hurts. Too boney in that area. I'm 6' and 160lb . I haven't bought any IWB yet but a friend has one with a Kahr in it and I tried to wear it around for a while and it was pretty uncomfortable.

[cougartex]

Concealed means that the weapon can not be visible, and that its presence can not be discernible through ordinary observation

It is a criminal offense for a license holder to carry a handgun in plain view, or to intentionally fail to conceal the weapon.

Note the word 'intentionally'. So if the gun is normally out of sight and you bend over or something and it becomes visible, you are ok (although someone may still call the cops). So the way I look at it is if I am standing up and I'm not printing excessively, then I don't worry about printing any other time, as any other printing or display would be 'unintentional'.

[MojoTexas]

Be sure and read this thread about one member's experience with being "busted" printing by an over-zealous police officer.

http://www.texaschlforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=31719

It's a sobering read and a reminder that concealed means concealed, and that not all police officers are very knowledgeable about CHL law. The charges were eventually dropped, but the CHL holder was still arrested, had handgun and license confiscated, and had to get an attorney.

[shortysboy09]

Be sure and read this thread about one member's experience with being "busted" printing by an over-zealous police officer.

http://www.texaschlforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=31719

It's a sobering read and a reminder that concealed means concealed, and that not all police officers are very knowledgeable about CHL law. The charges were eventually dropped, but the CHL holder was still arrested, had handgun and license confiscated, and had to get an attorney.

Not to mention spend his hard earned money on the situation.

[Outbreaker]

I carry a Kimber Ultra CDP(same size as yours) in a CompTac Minotar. I can wear shorts and an un tucked t-shirt with no problems......just do not reach for the top shelf with the right hand.

1. ALWAYS wear an undershirt. The holster will rub you raw if you carry for long without it.
2. Act normal
3. Act normal
4. Act normal.

Follow those and you should be good.

[glbedd53]

I have not been able to wear IWB but I know what you mean about the undershirt. I wear one tucked in for that reason.

[glbedd53]

They must have sped up the process, you got your plastic quick. It took me a full 4 months, from 5-1-09 til about 9-1-09.

[silverbear]

SmartCarry or similar style holster. I bought a lightningwear off of ebay. The front cover, like SmartCarry, has padded material holding the gun. I tried manipulating the trigger on my glock 26 from outside the fabric and couldn't do it. So although it was awkward to think about carrying in this manner at first, I've gotten more used to it. Still waiting for plastic, but have worn it at home on the weekends for extended periods of time. Very comfortable. You will find many favorable reviews on smartcarry.

[bdickens]

Be sure and read this thread about one member's experience with being "busted" printing by an over-zealous police officer.

http://www.texaschlforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=31719

It's a sobering read and a reminder that concealed means concealed, and that not all police officers are very knowledgeable about CHL law. The charges were eventually dropped, but the CHL holder was still arrested, had handgun and license confiscated, and had to get an attorney.

...so that's happened how many times?

[jmra]

Be sure and read this thread about one member's experience with being "busted" printing by an over-zealous police officer.

http://www.texaschlforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=31719

It's a sobering read and a reminder that concealed means concealed, and that not all police officers are very knowledgeable about CHL law. The charges were eventually dropped, but the CHL holder was still arrested, had handgun and license confiscated, and had to get an attorney.

Handog's issue may not have been just printing.

Re: Cuffed and Stuffed
by handog » Sat Feb 27, 2010 12:33 pm
...Although I wear over sized t shirts they naturally are pulled up when I sit down. As I said, there was a rent a cop behind a one way mirror behind me. I was sitting in a fold out chair. I'm not sure if it was printing or that it was actually exposed for a moment...

Of course if the gun was exposed it was still not a violation. But I don't think we can safely say that his ordeal was based soley on printing.

[rlowe]

I seem to be able to conceal with a Bullard dual carry in OWB mode with shorts and a tee just fine. I carry a G19.