Shoulder rig Qs

Knight · December 28th, 2006, 08:43 PM

I have some questions concerning shoulder rigs. I've been curious, if I bend over to pick something up while using a shoulder rig such as a Galco Miami, will my carry fall forward or will it stay in place? How secure to the body is the firearm in the holster. Will it move around much? I don't want to get a holster that allows my firearm to 'flap around' if you know what I mean. What is your advice? Thanks!

(I'm planning on trying some out but just want to get an idea)

QKShooter · December 28th, 2006, 08:51 PM

I wear mine pretty high up under the armpit & tight and "close in" so mine does not move at all. If you wear one lower down then you'll need to get one with a rear back-strap to keep it from moving forward when you bend over OR use a "tie down" which is an adjustable leather strap that snaps over your belt or belt loop.

Anon · December 28th, 2006, 08:52 PM

That holster can keep things pretty well tucked in. It's tough to conceal something well, with it, though (unless you're wearing a heavy coat).

Gary Brommeland · December 28th, 2006, 08:55 PM

It depends on the rig. As QK pointed out, it is advisable to keep 'em "high and tight".
There are a lot of shoulder rigs out there to choose from. If I were buying one today, it would be an Alessi Bodyguard. If for some reason I could not get one, then I'd look at the Monarch made by Sam Andrews.
Having said all that, my personal belief is that shoulder rigs are specialty tools, and are really bad news for general defensive use. I would recommend a strong side IWB or OWB long before I would ANY shoulder rig.

Knight · December 28th, 2006, 09:09 PM

I'm looking at a shoulder rig to wear around the land and for winter wear. I don't plan on having to use it for the summer carry unless I'm on the land. Different wear for that time.

retsupt99 · December 28th, 2006, 09:13 PM

I only wear it when it is a little cooler (FL), and I'm on my Harley. Keeps the waist clear...rides high and tight...(adjustable for layered clothing)...I can bend over, easily, without holding the holster...very stable and comfortable.

OMO

ret

December 28th, 2006, 08:43 PM	#1
Knight Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: ici Posts: 182	Shoulder rig Qs I have some questions concerning shoulder rigs. I've been curious, if I bend over to pick something up while using a shoulder rig such as a Galco Miami, will my carry fall forward or will it stay in place? How secure to the body is the firearm in the holster. Will it move around much? I don't want to get a holster that allows my firearm to 'flap around' if you know what I mean. What is your advice? Thanks! (I'm planning on trying some out but just want to get an idea)

December 28th, 2006, 08:51 PM	#2
QKShooter Assistant Administrator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Off Of The X Posts: 23,502	I wear mine pretty high up under the armpit & tight and "close in" so mine does not move at all. If you wear one lower down then you'll need to get one with a rear back-strap to keep it from moving forward when you bend over OR use a "tie down" which is an adjustable leather strap that snaps over your belt or belt loop. __________________ Liberty/Tyranny ___________________________ Ain't That A Shame! Be Happy! *http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OG3u...1&feature=fvwp*

December 28th, 2006, 09:13 PM	#6
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,822	I Use One From Fist... I only wear it when it is a little cooler (FL), and I'm on my Harley. Keeps the waist clear...rides high and tight...(adjustable for layered clothing)...I can bend over, easily, without holding the holster...very stable and comfortable. OMO ret __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

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December 28th, 2006, 08:52 PM	#3
Anon New Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: USA Posts: 8	That holster can keep things pretty well tucked in. It's tough to conceal something well, with it, though (unless you're wearing a heavy coat).

December 28th, 2006, 08:55 PM	#4
Gary Brommeland Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 1,426	It depends on the rig. As QK pointed out, it is advisable to keep 'em "high and tight". There are a lot of shoulder rigs out there to choose from. If I were buying one today, it would be an Alessi Bodyguard. If for some reason I could not get one, then I'd look at the Monarch made by Sam Andrews. Having said all that, my personal belief is that shoulder rigs are specialty tools, and are really bad news for general defensive use. I would recommend a strong side IWB or OWB long before I would ANY shoulder rig.

December 28th, 2006, 09:09 PM	#5
Knight Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: ici Posts: 182	I'm looking at a shoulder rig to wear around the land and for winter wear. I don't plan on having to use it for the summer carry unless I'm on the land. Different wear for that time.