Purse holster

costcogal07 · January 25th, 2008, 12:15 AM

Would anyone here recommend a purse holster?
I am not sure if i should get one or not......

rocky · January 25th, 2008, 12:21 AM

I don't like them , like all off body carry methods it can be separated from you easier than a holstered gun. Unfortunately , womens options are sometimes less than male , depending on type of clothes worn. If you haven't seen this site yet, it may offer some suggestions.
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mr.stuart · January 25th, 2008, 12:23 AM

My wife purse carries.S&W 38.She found a sturdy purse with a pocket that just fits the gun and allows easy access.She wears the purse on her shoulder but the strap is short,so it is actually pinned between her upper arm and body.She loves it.Be aware many on here really do not like purse carry.But it is your life and your decision.I would say consider different opinions but do what is right for you.

SEMO Shooter · January 25th, 2008, 12:25 AM

MY wife is on her second purse holster. She carries an EMP most of the time and a P3AT the rest of the time. The only thing I don't like about purse carry is the risk of a purse snatcher taking your purse and getting your gun as a bonus. With on body carry it would be pretty hard to lose your weapon. But if you won't carry on belt or IWB holster a purse is MUCH BETTER than leaving your gun at home.

SIXTO · January 25th, 2008, 12:30 AM

I dont think they are a good idea at all. As much as I hate them myself, I'd much rather see someone carry in a butt pack that would stay secured to you the entire time your out.

matiki · January 25th, 2008, 12:44 AM

If it's the only way you can carry... then by all means please do so for your own safety! I don't think it's a good way to carry, too slow and you broadcast your draw a mile away. I occasionally carry in my shoulder bag or my SLR camera bag when I have no other choice. It's better than nothing.

NCHornet · January 25th, 2008, 06:37 AM

As already stated if not able to carry on your body pocket book carry is still better than bein unarmed. These speciality pocket books can get pretty expensive, you can take any holster and apply some industrial velcro to the back of it and another piece to somewhere inside. This way the same holster can be moved from one purse to another. This is especially good if your wife changes pocket books like my wife. Carrying a gun loosely in a pocket book is a dumb idea and a good way to get a ND.
NCH

tdpalmer · January 25th, 2008, 06:39 AM

I don't ever carry a purse so a carry purse is out of the question for me. I prefer IWB, but then again I always wear jeans or slacks with a belt. I find purses to be to cumbersom and annoing. Everything just gets in the way. But it is a oersonal preference. Good luck to finding your style.

TDPalmer

AZ Husker · January 25th, 2008, 06:51 AM

Stupid way to carry something as valuable as your life. I don't even like my girlfriend carrying her money or cell phone in such a vulnerable position.

ppkheat · January 25th, 2008, 08:35 AM

My wife carries in a purse designed for carrying a weapon. She works and commutes in a safe environment (yet, we do realize threats exist everywhere). She's the administrator of a large agency, they work in a secure building with a professional staff. Her vehicle is a few feet away from the door. She's in her early 50's and has never had her purse stolen or lost, in fact she's demonstrated to me some "woman tips" on how to carry and deal with a purse safely in public. So far, purse carry works for her, and I agree it is not the option that is best, or one that I heartily approve of, but she has demonstrated a lifetime of awareness and responsibility with her purse. Most importantly, it's the only option that I can get her to CCW.

There is no way that I would be able to convince her to carry on her body and add another complexity to her wardrobe and dressing for work. Her position may be trivial to some, but it's what I have to deal with.

January 25th, 2008, 12:15 AM	#1
costcogal07 New Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 2	Purse holster Would anyone here recommend a purse holster? I am not sure if i should get one or not......

January 25th, 2008, 12:21 AM	#2
rocky Senior Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MI Posts: 13,085	I don't like them , like all off body carry methods it can be separated from you easier than a holstered gun. Unfortunately , womens options are sometimes less than male , depending on type of clothes worn. If you haven't seen this site yet, it may offer some suggestions. Cornered Cat - Table of Contents __________________ "In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock." Thomas Jefferson Nemo Me Impune Lacesset Link to my kydex builds:http://rocknloadkydex.blogspot.com/

January 25th, 2008, 12:30 AM	#5
SIXTO VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 12,258	I dont think they are a good idea at all. As much as I hate them myself, I'd much rather see someone carry in a butt pack that would stay secured to you the entire time your out. __________________ _________________ \|^^^^^^^^^^^^^\| \|___ \| SIXTO EXPRESS---\| \|\|'\|";,__. \|_..._...___________\| \|\|_\|_\|...,] "(@)'(@)""""\|(@)(@)*****(@)

January 25th, 2008, 12:44 AM	#6
matiki VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: N.W. Posts: 2,889	If it's the only way you can carry... then by all means please do so for your own safety! I don't think it's a good way to carry, too slow and you broadcast your draw a mile away. I occasionally carry in my shoulder bag or my SLR camera bag when I have no other choice. It's better than nothing. __________________ "Wise people learn when they can; fools learn when they must." - The Duke of Wellington

January 25th, 2008, 06:37 AM	#7
NCHornet Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mt Airy, NC Posts: 1,846	As already stated if not able to carry on your body pocket book carry is still better than bein unarmed. These speciality pocket books can get pretty expensive, you can take any holster and apply some industrial velcro to the back of it and another piece to somewhere inside. This way the same holster can be moved from one purse to another. This is especially good if your wife changes pocket books like my wife. Carrying a gun loosely in a pocket book is a dumb idea and a good way to get a ND. NCH __________________ When Seconds Count, The Cops Are Just Minutes Away!! Carry On! NCHornet

January 25th, 2008, 12:23 AM	#3
mr.stuart Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: usa-southeast texas Posts: 812	My wife purse carries.S&W 38.She found a sturdy purse with a pocket that just fits the gun and allows easy access.She wears the purse on her shoulder but the strap is short,so it is actually pinned between her upper arm and body.She loves it.Be aware many on here really do not like purse carry.But it is your life and your decision.I would say consider different opinions but do what is right for you.

January 25th, 2008, 12:25 AM	#4
SEMO Shooter New Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 14	MY wife is on her second purse holster. She carries an EMP most of the time and a P3AT the rest of the time. The only thing I don't like about purse carry is the risk of a purse snatcher taking your purse and getting your gun as a bonus. With on body carry it would be pretty hard to lose your weapon. But if you won't carry on belt or IWB holster a purse is MUCH BETTER than leaving your gun at home.

January 25th, 2008, 06:39 AM	#8
tdpalmer Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 126	I don't ever carry a purse so a carry purse is out of the question for me. I prefer IWB, but then again I always wear jeans or slacks with a belt. I find purses to be to cumbersom and annoing. Everything just gets in the way. But it is a oersonal preference. Good luck to finding your style. TDPalmer

January 25th, 2008, 06:51 AM	#9
AZ Husker VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Phoenix Posts: 3,576	Stupid way to carry something as valuable as your life. I don't even like my girlfriend carrying her money or cell phone in such a vulnerable position.

January 25th, 2008, 08:35 AM	#10
ppkheat Distinguished Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Louisiana Posts: 1,631	My wife carries in a purse designed for carrying a weapon. She works and commutes in a safe environment (yet, we do realize threats exist everywhere). She's the administrator of a large agency, they work in a secure building with a professional staff. Her vehicle is a few feet away from the door. She's in her early 50's and has never had her purse stolen or lost, in fact she's demonstrated to me some "woman tips" on how to carry and deal with a purse safely in public. So far, purse carry works for her, and I agree it is not the option that is best, or one that I heartily approve of, but she has demonstrated a lifetime of awareness and responsibility with her purse. Most importantly, it's the only option that I can get her to CCW. There is no way that I would be able to convince her to carry on her body and add another complexity to her wardrobe and dressing for work. Her position may be trivial to some, but it's what I have to deal with. __________________ Whatever hits the fan will not be distributed evenly.

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