Question about IWB carry?

[Gunner3456]

I haven't tried IWB, but I see pics of guys with such a holster and their shirt is tucked in.

I can't figure out how you tuck in a shirt when the holster has the part that comes out and over the waistband, and attaches to the belt.

Stupid question I know - flame away - I deserve it.

It just doesn't compute for my little pea-brain.

Thanks.

Cliff

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[timbernet]

Some holsters have what is called a "J-hook" that allows you to still tuck in a shirt...

A lot of holsters give you the option when ordering for belt loops or j-hooks...

 

[Creeper]

I haven't tried IWB, but I see pics of guys with such a holster and their shirt is tucked in.

I can't figure out how you tuck in a shirt when the holster has the part that comes out and over the waistband, and attaches to the belt.

Stupid question I know - flame away - I deserve it.

It just doesn't compute for my little pea-brain.

Thanks.

Cliff

As in tucked in so the gun is concealed by the shirt? And the belt tab(s) are still visible?
It'd just about have to be a belly band type rig to be IWB and shirt tuckable.... or you've got it shoved in your shorts.

Got photos of what you're referring to?

C

 

[Gunner3456]

Some holsters have what is called a "J-hook" that allows you to still tuck in a shirt...

A lot of holsters give you the option when ordering for belt loops or j-hooks...

OK, thanks. I googled that and found this. Makes sense now.

 

[Gunner3456]

As in tucked in so the gun is concealed by the shirt? And the belt tab(s) are still visible?
It'd just about have to be a belly band type rig to be IWB and shirt tuckable.... or you've got it shoved in your shorts.

Got photos of what you're referring to?

C

Yes, I had been seeing holsters more like this. Didn't make sense.

 

[tattoo]

My government Colt rides IWB all the time with a shirt untucked. Don't need no stinkin tucked in shirts anyhoo.

 

[Gunner3456]

My government Colt rides IWB all the time with a shirt untucked. Don't need no stinkin tucked in shirts anyhoo.

Well, I'm a class guy and I like my shirts tucked in.

 

[Creeper]

Never seen a 'J' hook that deep before... I guess, if you were so inclined, you could tuck your shirt in.

The last time I tucked my shirt in was for a funeral 4 years ago, so shirt tuckin' is not such a common denominator for me.

C

 

[timbernet]

That is slightly disturbing

 

[PeakResources]

I wear an "answer" with my Kimber. http://www.tuckergunleatherblog.com/category/the-answer/ Yes, I can tuck, and sometimes do. I just pull some of the shirt out so the hooks aren't so obvious. Most of the time I just wear a t-shirt, then throw a short or long sleeve button up over it, untucked. It is much easier to get a good grip on my handgun quickly that way -- I just use my hand to pull up my shirt slightly then get my grip.

 

[tattoo]

One of mine is the Tucker Texas Heritage. Won it in a name our new holster contest that Tucker had, and I love it.

 

[Creeper]

That is slightly disturbing

Yeah, I suppose... but if it was a young lady with a shapely fanny, we'd think it was a very good thing. Might even consider the shorts too.

 

[Fritz]

I regularly carry using this one. Comfortable, and tuckable.

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[Gunner3456]

I regularly carry using this one. Comfortable, and tuckable.

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Nice. Mag holder too.

 

[eriknemily]

I've been carrying my handgun in an IWB holster called the Minotaur sold by Comp-Tac.com. Runs about $80 which is rather spendy in my opinion but it is extremely comfortable. I can wear all day without getting sore. I've even fallen asleep on my couch while wearing it. It does have the 'j' hooks so even with a tucked in shirt the belt hooks are visible. I usually tuck in a white t-shirt and wear another one over top of that. I've only had this set up for a few months so I think the two shirt plan will be out the window for the summer

 

[techieguy]

Today I was wearing a long sleeved shirt that must be tucked in while carrying... all I do is leave a portion of my shirt blouse around the gun with the shirt tail tucked into my pants on either holster. I live outside of Medford if you want to meet sometime and I can show you what I do.

Charles

 

[CharlesAFerg]

Well, I'm a class guy and I like my shirts tucked in.

A class guy or a classy guy?

 

[Gunner3456]

A class guy or a classy guy?

OK, I'm a class act. Is that better? What's that matter, don't you just love my wardrobe?

 

[WhyteCheddar]

I have one of those Galco IWB/j-hook holsters for my S&W MP .40 and I do not like it.
I go with the Blade Tech Nano with belt loops and untucked shirt. Comfy.

 

[Gunner3456]

I have one of those Galco IWB/j-hook holsters for my S&W MP .40 and I do not like it.
I go with the Blade Tech Nano with belt loops and untucked shirt. Comfy.

What is it you don't like about it? Is it a comfort issue, a concealability issue, or...??

Thanks.