Concealed Carry Jackets Recommendation

[nelamvr6]

I have been looking ahead at the cooler weather, and thinking about the concealed carry jackets.

I found Rothco's 3 season concealed carry jackets, but I'm a little concerned that the pockets are a little too big, my gun, an M&P Shield 9mm, would be able to shift around too much. Perhaps even enough to make an AD/ND possible.

Is this a legitimate concern? Does anyone have experience with these jackets? Are there any other brands or models that you could recommend instead?

TIA!

 

[Almost_Blameless]

That DOES look like a nice jacket.... at a site where it is sold, I read that they ALSO have a hook & loop holster to secure your weapon in the jacket.....that should take care of your concern. The jacket also has several elastic type loops for carrying a few magazines....Good Luck with your new jacket... read at the end of the paragraph in the explaination of the jacket here: (https://www.armynavyoutdoors.com/3-season-concealed-carry-jacket/?sku=RO5385-4891)

 

[nelamvr6]

I had thought about adding a holster to the equation, though the one you referenced wouldn't really cut it for me, I don't care for the trigger protection.

I think that's the avenue I'll pursue.

Thanks!

 

[XD40scinNC]

That's great if your never plan to take your jacket off.

 

[trailboy68]

Been thinking about this type of jacket as well, keep the ideas coming. Rivers West sells a CC jacket, looks nice, they have 3 models


Full Metal Jacket


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[nelamvr6]

That looks good too!

 

[nelamvr6]

That's great if your never plan to take your jacket off.

When the cooler weather comes that's not going to be a problem here...

 

[OldRogue]

Amazon sell several brands of CC jackets, including Rothco.
They also seem to be somewhat less expensive.

 

[XD40scinNC]

When the cooler weather comes that's not going to be a problem here...

So you never go inside?

My point is, carry it on your person, not in garment you will remove, or set down. Also my issue with women that carry in their purse, yet put it on the floor in restaurants, or buggies in the grocery/walwart, etc..

 

[nelamvr6]

So you never go inside?

My point is, carry it on your person, not in garment you will remove, or set down. Also my issue with women that carry in their purse, yet put it on the floor in restaurants, or buggies in the grocery/walwart, etc..

I understand your concern. My intention is to carry in the jacket, and then transfer to my holster when I intend on taking my jacket off.

What you're not considering is that during the cold weather months a gun in a carry jacket is much more readily accessible than one in a holster under cold weather gear.

Just food for thought...

 

[Eidolon]

When the cooler weather comes that's not going to be a problem here...

You're going to stay out side all winter?

 

[Eidolon]

What you're not considering is that during the cold weather months a gun in a carry jacket is much more readily accessible than one in a holster under cold weather gear.

Just food for thought...

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So is a Snubby in your pocket. Just food for thought.

I think these CC jackets are an answer to a question no one asked. Unnecessary administrative handling (moving your gun from the jacket to another holster) is a Negligent Discharge waiting to happen. I'm also not a fan of generic one size (doesn't really) fits most holsters. I think you'd be better off with a fitted pocket holster in the jacket you have now.

 

[Ringo]

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So is a Snubby in your pocket. Just food for thought.

Yep, just another thing I like about my Glock 43 is that it conceals comfortably in all of my pants pockets be it summer or winter.

 

[Eidolon]

Yep, just another thing I like about my Glock 43 is that it conceals comfortably in all of my pants pockets be it summer or winter.

Well, yeah because you guys are all bundled up in the winter. I bet you even have to wear a sweater when it gets REALLY cold

 

[XD40scinNC]

I understand your concern. My intention is to carry in the jacket, and then transfer to my holster when I intend on taking my jacket off.

What you're not considering is that during the cold weather months a gun in a carry jacket is much more readily accessible than one in a holster under cold weather gear.

Just food for thought...

Transferring from coat to holster and back when you put your coat back on exposes your gun, and is an opportunity for a ND.

 

[nelamvr6]

OK. I want to thank all of the people who took the time to enter this thread to explain what a bad idea concealed carry jackets are.

I would like to cordially invite those people to not purchase one.

 

[since9]

Four recommendations:

1. You do not need a "concealed carry jacket."

2. You do need a jacket that's just loose enough to comfortable cover your firearm in both standing and seating positions.

3. You do need a jacket that's got a bit of stiffness to it so that it doesn't wrap-catch on any protrusions. A thin nylon jacket isn't a good choice. A thick leather quilted jacket might be too warm and you'd want to take it off. Try different ones with your CC holster.

4. You do need a holster. While you don't need a Level III retention holster, you should still carry with at least some level of retention, whether a thumb break or a button catch. Friction is a weak substitute for positive control. It's the difference between a sticky door easily blown open by the wind and a good latch that'll hold it closed against any breeze shy of a tornado.

 

[nelamvr6]

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