Pocket Carry

[TNMP40]

I carry the Sig P938 most of the time but only pocket carry on occasion.  It is small but heavy.  Also have an LC9 which is a nice size and weight

but I hate the trigger pull on it.  Most experts advise against pocket carry... you need to be extra save doing that.

[red dirt]

+1 on the PM9 if you can get used to the trigger. I've had the LC9 and the nano as well, prefer the Kahr but I don't pocket carry.

[tnhawk]

The 442 is great for pocket carry.

[Peevee]

I got one of the north american arms 22 magnum revolvers it fits right in my pocket

[graycrait]

If I am moving around in bad geography I carry two guns, one front left pocket and one right side holster.  Lots of theory on what works and what doesn't, and seems most of it is just that, theory.  I think the best thing is to learn to pull and shoot fast close in with either hand. 

 

Check this out:

http://www.gunthorp.com/Terminal%20Ballistics%20as%20viewed%20in%20a%20morgue.htm

[tnhandgun57]

Went lookin' yesterday. Saw and pocketed the CM9 and CW9. CM9 was my favorite. More I think about the Sig 938, I don't want single action.

 

So, to sum it all up, looks like, unless I change my mind, it will be the CM9.

[tnhandgun57]

UPDATE: I went to gun store yesterday, with ALL intentions of buying the CM9. They JUST HAPPENED to have a P938 in the same view as the Kahr. I said 'what the heck' and held the SIG.

 

To make a long story short, I am now the owner of a SIG P938! The gun felt SO much better in my hand and pocket! So it cost a FEW more $$$.....you only go around once!!

[tnhandgun57]

I currently pocket carry a Kahr MK9 daily and it has delivered 100% reliability. I like the trigger action and it fits my hand very well.

 

I prefer the extra weight, in what Kahr calls a sub-compact; it makes this small 9mm platform fun to shoot 

 

As mentioned above, pockets are key with along with a proper holster and belt.

 

While I am hesitant to mention it, everyone does know that if you pocket carry and need to re-holster, you REMOVE the holster from your pocket BEFORE re-holstering your handgun, right?

 

ABSOLUTELY!!

[PackinMama]

Awesome choice! Congrats!!!

 

Please be sure and let us know how the first range session goes! I put the first 100 rds thru mine last week with 0 issues. It shot amazingly smooth and accurate as well....especially for such a small gun!

[Oh Shoot]

...While I am hesitant to mention it, everyone does know that if you pocket carry and need to re-holster, you REMOVE the holster from your pocket BEFORE re-holstering your handgun, right?

 

Depends on the holster I guess. Do you remove an IWB or OWB everytime you re-holster?

 

I have 100% faith in re-holstering mine in pocket or of course I wouldn't do it.

 

- OS

[Jonnin]

I currently pocket carry a Kahr MK9 daily and it has delivered 100% reliability. I like the trigger action and it fits my hand very well.

 

I prefer the extra weight, in what Kahr calls a sub-compact; it makes this small 9mm platform fun to shoot 

 

As mentioned above, pockets are key with along with a proper holster and belt.

 

While I am hesitant to mention it, everyone does know that if you pocket carry and need to re-holster, you REMOVE the holster from your pocket BEFORE re-holstering your handgun, right?

 

Why would you remove the holster?  In some clothes or positions I have had to pull the holster out a little, not entirely, but most of the time it goes right back in without even that much.  Its pretty well worn to fit the gun though, when it was new I did have to take it out to get it working.  I think this is going to be very situational depending on your gear and pants etc whether it is needed.  

[PackinMama]

I'd say it totally depends on the holster. With a kydex pocket holster, I would think that you would be able to reholster without removing it from your pocket. Possibly even with a hard custom leather that is fitted for your particular gun. Now if you have a holster made of softer leather or suede or some other soft material..... then I'd say you would have to remove it to reholster safely.

[Guest Riciticky]

380 seecamp, if you can afford one. Safe and small. I had a .32 once but sold it. It will fit in Pee Wee Herman's pocket.

[tnhandgun57]

Why would you remove the holster?  In some clothes or positions I have had to pull the holster out a little, not entirely, but most of the time it goes right back in without even that much.  Its pretty well worn to fit the gun though, when it was new I did have to take it out to get it working.  I think this is going to be very situational depending on your gear and pants etc whether it is needed.  

 

Personal choice, I guess.....just feel safer reholstering it where I can see it. All about being safe to me!!

[tnhandgun57]

Awesome choice! Congrats!!!

 

Please be sure and let us know how the first range session goes! I put the first 100 rds thru mine last week with 0 issues. It shot amazingly smooth and accurate as well....especially for such a small gun!

 

Thanks! Will do!! Looking forward to range night already!!