Conceal Carry and Public Restrooms

[A4Pete]

Hey All,
I am new to the site and new to Conceal Carrying. I am looking for Tips and advice. I work in an office building and use the restrooms shared on my floor. I needed to use the stall the other day for the first time since carrying. I carry IWB at 4 O'Clock. I found it a bit awkward. I was prepared for the weight of the gun, but not once my pants were down. Most stall partitions do not go all the way to the floor and was worried someone might see. I had to fumble a lot to get it right and covered. No one was in there besides me, however I can see if someone was, or in the next stall it could become visible. I know this may sound like a strange question but it has to be a common occurrence. Thoughts anyone...?

-Pete

 

[HKS]

I strap my gunbelt on with a separate belt from the one that keeps my trousers up. I also wear suspenders.

I do need a hanger inside the stall to hang the gunbelt on however. I can sometimes improvise a hanger though.

 

[Reba]

Unless you're dropping your drawers to the floor or have exceptionally short stall doors, no one should be able to see anything without going out of their way to look. If that happens, you got more than a gun to worry about.

I'm not a guy, so I'll let those who are give you their practical tips, other than whatever you do, don't leave your gun behind in the stall, and don't hang it by the trigger guard on the stall coat hook.

 

[NavyLCDR]

don't leave your gun behind in the stall

Oak Harbor police chief who lost gun in public bathroom resigns | KIRO-TV

 

[Reba]

Oak Harbor police chief who lost gun in public bathroom resigns | KIRO-TV

Sadly, he's not the only one who's done that.

 

[HKS]

Unless you're dropping your drawers to the floor or have exceptionally short stall doors, no one should be able to see anything without going out of their way to look. If that happens, you got more than a gun to worry about.

I'm not a guy, so I'll let those who are give you their practical tips, other than whatever you do, don't leave your gun behind in the stall, and don't hang it by the trigger guard on the stall coat hook.

Guns are heavy and they make the trouser drop all the way to the floor, if still on the belt.

That's why I use a separate gun belt for my gun holster.

 

[HKS]

Oak Harbor police chief who lost gun in public bathroom resigns | KIRO-TV

Everyone is forgetful to a certain extent.

 

[Reba]

Guns are heavy and they make the trouser drop all the way to the floor, if still on the belt.

That's just plain nasty.

That's why I use a separate gun belt for my gun holster.

OK.

 

[HKS]

Some holsters clip onto a belt. These are very convenient to remove, however it is also possible for them to fall off at the worst time, such as when you are running.

The better holsters have belt slits cut into them. But weaving them into the belt on your trouser is a really bad idea, especially when you need to go to the can.

The best solution is a separate belt for the holster. That way it is easy to take off without your trousers dropping on you.

 

[Reba]

Utilikilts

I'm just sayin'.

 

[HKS]

Utilikilts

I'm just sayin'.

Funny.

The ancient Greeks and Romans work leather kilts because it allowed them to poop and peee during combat.

Not sure where the Scots got the idea from.

 

[RolandD]

I carry AIWB with a Kore Essentials Gun Belt. The ratchet system makes it easy to use the bathroom. I undo my belt and pants like normal and once I have it below my hips, I slip the belt into the buckle until it catches and spread my feet to hold it above my calves with tension. I reverse the process above my hips to hold my pants up while I tuck in my shirt.

 

[HKS]

I carry AIWB with a Kore Essentials Gun Belt. The ratchet system makes it easy to use the bathroom. I undo my belt and pants like normal and once I have it below my hips, I slip the belt into the buckle until it catches and spread my feet to hold it above my calves with tension. I reverse the process above my hips to hold my pants up while I tuck in my shirt.

That would be too distracting and then I would not be able to pinch off a loaf.

So I take my gunbelt completely off, lock the buckle together, and hang it on the hanger on the door. That way I won't forget it because it is hanging right then in my face when I stand up after the paperwork is finished.

 

[Reba]

Funny.

The ancient Greeks and Romans work leather kilts because it allowed them to poop and peee during combat.

Not sure where the Scots got the idea from.

See? It works! No need to disarm just to use the toilet.

 

[Eidolon]

How to poop like a Samurai


How to Poop Like a Samurai | The Art of Manliness

Secondly was body position and posture. The samurai would sit squarely on the seat, cross his leg so that his right ankle rested on his left knee (his left foot remained on the ground), place a hand on each knee, then straighten his back. Supposedly this aligns the bowels to help one from having to strain. You may think it seems like a bunch of malarkey, but this one actually works. If you have ever felt like there is a plumbing issue when you sit down, then pay attention. Take your time, have some patience, and you will get the yoga version of Draino on your system that has been passed down from samurai warlords of old. I have literally felt a swirling sensation during the act of evacuation. Try it out to see for yourself.

 

[HKS]

See? It works! No need to disarm just to use the toilet.

It does work yes. Especially when you don't have time to stop and peee or poop in the middle of a sword or spear fight.

You just poop under your kilt like a horse does on the trails without breaking stride.

 

[HKS]

How to poop like a Samurai


How to Poop Like a Samurai | The Art of Manliness

Secondly was body position and posture. The samurai would sit squarely on the seat, cross his leg so that his right ankle rested on his left knee (his left foot remained on the ground), place a hand on each knee, then straighten his back. Supposedly this aligns the bowels to help one from having to strain. You may think it seems like a bunch of malarkey, but this one actually works. If you have ever felt like there is a plumbing issue when you sit down, then pay attention. Take your time, have some patience, and you will get the yoga version of Draino on your system that has been passed down from samurai warlords of old. I have literally felt a swirling sensation during the act of evacuation. Try it out to see for yourself.

I have heard about the plumbing issues.

I have also heard that squatting like the Asians do is the best way.

 

[PhillySoldier]

Its actually fairly common for concealed carriers to leave firearms in the bathroom for just this reason. I recall an news article from about 6 months back i think where a teacher left hers in the bathroom and the young students found it. Since switching to using shoulder holsters I have not had this problem

 

[HKS]

Its actually fairly common for concealed carriers to leave firearms in the bathroom for just this reason. I recall an news article from about 6 months back i think where a teacher left hers in the bathroom and the young students found it. Since switching to using shoulder holsters I have not had this problem

I was at a bar recently where we play poker tourneys, which I considered overall a low risk friendly environment.

But some drunk tried to pick a fight with me.

With my shoulder holster under my sweatshirt I would have been hard pressed to out draw him.

So now I have gone back to a 3 oclcock IWB belt carry instead.

 

[seagullplayer]

When I pocket carry my LCPII, it just stays in my back pocket without issue.
This has become my most common way to carry. Problems in the washroom is one reason why.