I would prefer my "Glock 30SF" over a 1911 
That is what the forum is all about, don't be afraid to ask questionsThx for the tips, Im new to CC, and Im learning ! Anything I can glean from forums, helps !
Good deal. Always better to pay with cash and educate yourself in the process. If I don't learn something new every day, I'm just being lazy.Thanks for these tips. I'm learning before deciding what to purchase, as I'm saving up the funds to get quality.
Dang it.. Reading the OP I was thinking this the whole time, scrolling down to post it and here it is.. Truth!!And, remember kids, conceal carry is meant to be comforting, not comfortable.![]()
When done properly it is both.And, remember kids, conceal carry is meant to be comforting, not comfortable.![]()
My observation is that body shape has more to do with this issue than most people give credit.My off duty carry is a KelTec PF9, one of the lightest and flattest 9mm's out there. Like my old Taurus 85 Ultralight it weighs 12 ounces empty. Load it and it's a pound. Now find something that weighs a pound that will fit in your pants pocket and leave it in there some evening. You will quickly see how that little weight affects your pants. And if you go with a larger gun, the difference is even more pronounced. For example the Glock 26 weighs 21 ounces empty and 26 loaded according to Glock. That's a pound and a half or a little less than 2 cans of Coke. The same weight in a belt holster is much more comfortable usually. I hope this helped.
I have carried for closing in on 2 decades, most of it in the pocket, and have yet to need a belt. Maybe I am built differently, could be. Have not lost my pants yetJonnin, In answer to your questions/observations:
2. Unless you are built a lot differently than most folks, any time you hang 1-2 pounds extra on one side of your pants or skirt, it's gonna cause it to slide down somewhat. A good heavy belt will help with this whether you use a holster or clip at the waist or pocket carry. A flimsy belt will actually allow a holster to shift and slide when you need stability.
4. Any waist holster will be quicker than a pocket holster. In a life or death emergency, an extra second could be the difference in you or your loved one's safety.