Gun Storage

[Frank J. Lloyd]

Originally posted by Brian Meadows:
Frank,
Check the Cabella's catalog - I think I saw something in there.

Try searching under BigSky gun racks - I think this a name of one I saw someplace... .

Brian

I found one from Galls with the auto unlock button for quick access. I just need to find out if it will fit in the truck with weapons and myself in it. Yet another weekend project.


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ready to bomb
Big Red is ready to roll!

 

[twolf913]

I carry mine in the console unless I feel I might need it quick, then it rides between my leg and the console. Missouri doesn't allow conceled carry, but I'd rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6 #ad
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[The patriot]

Uh... . ditto what he said. #ad
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[Brandon]

read packin site when it came out in dillon, and the reciprocity for californians suck,

B... ... .

 

[Loren]

The only option I have not seen mentioned here yet is an ankle holster. I have never used a real ankle holster, but I have used a boot-top holster with a metal clip. It takes a really small gun. My reading leads me to believe that ankle holsters are generally pretty uncomfortable, but the gun would be reasonably accessible while you are seated behind the wheel. The gun would also leave the truck when you do, just in case.

Where legal, I have been known to stuff a semi-auto between the seat cushions to the driver's right. If you leave the butt sticking out a reasonable amount you can pull the pistol out okay, but the angle is uncomfortable.

Regarding laws, you must check every locale. Is some states, like California, the laws are the same throughout the state, but in other states, like Illinois, local jurisdictions pass very restrictive laws. Morton Grove, IL, does not allow possession of a handgun, but they are legal in most of Illinois (not, however, to carry loaded in a truck). Indiana recognizes carry permits from any states that recognize Indiana's permit. To my knowledge, this means Kentucky.

The bottom line seems to be that you will be breaking the law in most places if you are carrying a loaded firearm anywhere in your vehicle, and especially if it's a handgun and is within your reach. Only you can decide if you would rather be with it or without it.

I, for one, will never find you guilty of CARRYING it. Be careful how you use it, though, if I'm on the jury.

Loren

 

[Bigsaint]

Loren... good post. Ankle holsters take quite a while of regular wear to get used to. I carried a S+W 2 3/4" . 357 for many years in an ankle holster and it never became "comfortable". IMHO ankle holsters are only good with real small weapons. The ankle holster carry would be fairly easy to reach in a vehicle. Where concealed carry is legal, I'd opt for a crossdraw holster if your main concern is accessibility in a vehicle. These have many saftey drawbacks from a LE point of view, but for the licensed general public, might be the best way to go.

The patriot... #ad


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[Frank J. Lloyd]

Originally posted by Loren:
The only option I have not seen mentioned here yet is an ankle holster. I have never used a real ankle holster, but I have used a boot-top holster with a metal clip. It takes a really small gun. My reading leads me to believe that ankle holsters are generally pretty uncomfortable, but the gun would be reasonably accessible while you are seated behind the wheel. The gun would also leave the truck when you do, just in case.

Where legal, I have been known to stuff a semi-auto between the seat cushions to the driver's right. If you leave the butt sticking out a reasonable amount you can pull the pistol out okay, but the angle is uncomfortable.

Regarding laws, you must check every locale. Is some states, like California, the laws are the same throughout the state, but in other states, like Illinois, local jurisdictions pass very restrictive laws. Morton Grove, IL, does not allow possession of a handgun, but they are legal in most of Illinois (not, however, to carry loaded in a truck). Indiana recognizes carry permits from any states that recognize Indiana's permit. To my knowledge, this means Kentucky.

The bottom line seems to be that you will be breaking the law in most places if you are carrying a loaded firearm anywhere in your vehicle, and especially if it's a handgun and is within your reach. Only you can decide if you would rather be with it or without it.

I, for one, will never find you guilty of CARRYING it. Be careful how you use it, though, if I'm on the jury.

Loren

I've used ankle holsters for a while now, I can go up to about 14 hours at a time without it being uncomfortable, as long as you get a good holster. Mine is a Galco. As far as use in the truck, it doesn't work. You can't get to it and make to the drawing motion with the steering wheel in the way. It is a little tough. Between the seats is a good option. You could also go for a shoulder holster or a crossdraw on your belt. Just a suggestion.


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2001 3500 4x4 H. O. 6 speed 4. 10, SLT, Cab and Chassis, 163" wheelbase western hauler stake bed 3" straight pipe, silencer ring AWOL, boost pyro gauge, K&N, Geno's one touch oil valve, Cobra 29 bombed, Halogen backup lights, cargo bed loading area flood lights, underbed boxes, pacbrake
ready to bomb
Big Red is ready to roll!

 

[John]

twolf913, or to put it another way, better SOL than DOA #ad


ditto that Frank, I found a shoulder rig to work very well while driving.

[This message has been edited by John (edited 01-25-2001). ]