New Gun Coming, Need a New Holster: PLR16!

ExSoldier · October 26th, 2008, 06:49 PM

Okay, gun show this weekend. Decided to plop down what it takes to buy a piece I've had my eye on for a long time: Kel Tec PLR-16. I know it can be had with a sling but it's only one point and I'd like to have a drop down thigh holster or maybe a shoulder rig. The drop holster would only be concealable in a Matrix or Highlander style long jacket, I know. I'm complicating matters a bit because I'll also be getting the accessory forearm (w/rails) and the muzzle brake, too. I've done searches but only come up with one. Also, I'll be mounting a small dot sight but no scope as the one I have in the picture. In fact, except for the scope and sling, mine will look EXACTLY like the one pictured. Sam Andrews makes a neat rig for an NFA short shotgun that seems to be available from a strong side draw in an upward swinging action. I dunno. Anybody have any suggestions OTHER than why in the world to you want that KOOKY gun? I'm settled on that for right now.

retsupt99 · October 26th, 2008, 07:04 PM

Well, if you have your mind set for that 'special' pistol, I'd suggest just looking at a good sling and an Israeli Shabak as a cover garment. It's not like you're going to try and 'holster' carry that thing...are you?

ExSoldier · October 26th, 2008, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by retsupt99

It's not like you're going to try and 'holster' carry that thing...are you?

If I can find the right rig, I might, but only in a SHTF scenario. Not EDC.

retsupt99 · October 26th, 2008, 07:55 PM

Ex...

I've had some bigger pistols in earlier days...one mode of carry in N. MI and in AK was a cross-chest carry holster.
You might try looking for something like that...

ret...

Thumper · October 26th, 2008, 10:48 PM

SmartCarry!

ExSoldier · October 26th, 2008, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Thumper

SmartCarry!

Nyuck Nyuck Nyuck. I thought of that but my wife said I'd run the risk of being charged with false advertising.

Gibber · October 30th, 2008, 09:06 PM

I have had the PLR for a couple of years now. Great fun to shoot but also, it IS a pistol and thus legal to carry with you loaded and ready here in good ol Tennessee. I keep it in an old gym bag, very un-apparent, sitting next to me in the truck with top unzipped all I have to do is reach and draw. Not bad, not bad at all. A lot of firepower legally with me complete with red dot, laser, sling, AR mags etc. When I have it, I consider my 1911 to be BUG while in the truck. I believe you could sling it around your shoulder and under a London Fog or duster coat. Sure would be interested in a holster also.

ExSoldier · October 30th, 2008, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Gibber

I have had the PLR for a couple of years now. Great fun to shoot but also, it IS a pistol and thus legal to carry with you loaded and ready here in good ol Tennessee. I keep it in an old gym bag, very un-apparent, sitting next to me in the truck with top unzipped all I have to do is reach and draw. Not bad, not bad at all. A lot of firepower legally with me complete with red dot, laser, sling, AR mags etc. When I have it, I consider my 1911 to be BUG while in the truck. I believe you could sling it around your shoulder and under a London Fog or duster coat. Sure would be interested in a holster also.

Got any pix of your rig, including the bag maybe?

maclean3 · November 1st, 2008, 12:53 AM

Jim:
I was thinking about the same Sam Andrews you mentioned, definitely a high dollar, custom order though. What about something like that with a simple spring clip retainer? I'm thinking maybe a "C" shaped clip that would snap in place between the receiver and forward grip. I suppose a set up like that might work in a more traditional weak side shoulder holster style as well. Call Sam up and see what he says.
Jack

ExSoldier · November 1st, 2008, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by maclean3

Jim:
I was thinking about the same Sam Andrews you mentioned, definitely a high dollar, custom order though. What about something like that with a simple spring clip retainer? I'm thinking maybe a "C" shaped clip that would snap in place between the receiver and forward grip. I suppose a set up like that might work in a more traditional weak side shoulder holster style as well. Call Sam up and see what he says.
Jack

I tried to call him yesterday but there was no answer. He might have been on the road for the next Miami Gun Show which is tomorrow, so maybe I'll see him there! This being the last show before the election I hope I haven't waited too long so the prices are thru the roof for panicked voters...

October 26th, 2008, 07:04 PM	#2
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,405	Well, if you have your mind set for that 'special' pistol, I'd suggest just looking at a good sling and an Israeli Shabak as a cover garment. It's not like you're going to try and 'holster' carry that thing...are you? __________________ "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

October 26th, 2008, 07:55 PM	#4
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,405	Ex... I've had some bigger pistols in earlier days...one mode of carry in N. MI and in AK was a cross-chest carry holster. You might try looking for something like that... 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

October 26th, 2008, 10:48 PM	#5
Thumper VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 5,521	SmartCarry! __________________ USMC 1968-1971 ALWAYS carry! - NEVER tell! *"Don't go to stupid places, with stupid people, and do stupid things!"*

November 1st, 2008, 12:53 AM	#9
maclean3 VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 3,062	Jim: I was thinking about the same Sam Andrews you mentioned, definitely a high dollar, custom order though. What about something like that with a simple spring clip retainer? I'm thinking maybe a "C" shaped clip that would snap in place between the receiver and forward grip. I suppose a set up like that might work in a more traditional weak side shoulder holster style as well. Call Sam up and see what he says. Jack __________________ "The sheep are everywhere. We are raising up a nation of cannon fodder types and we are screwed." HotGuns

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October 30th, 2008, 09:06 PM	#7
Gibber Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: TN Posts: 298	I have had the PLR for a couple of years now. Great fun to shoot but also, it IS a pistol and thus legal to carry with you loaded and ready here in good ol Tennessee. I keep it in an old gym bag, very un-apparent, sitting next to me in the truck with top unzipped all I have to do is reach and draw. Not bad, not bad at all. A lot of firepower legally with me complete with red dot, laser, sling, AR mags etc. When I have it, I consider my 1911 to be BUG while in the truck. I believe you could sling it around your shoulder and under a London Fog or duster coat. Sure would be interested in a holster also.