Good point I know a guy that carries a full size Glock around, wearing shorts and flip flops all the time.Why doesn't a good purpose made belt and good holster not work?
Just because I run around in flip flops, shorts and t-shirts in summer doesn't mean I'm not carrying either of my Kimber's comfortably.
I doubt you can get the level of retention and security in a hidden pocket that you can with a good belt and holster.
You might be surprised at how safe and secure it is.I doubt you can get the level of retention and security in a hidden pocket that you can with a good belt and holster.
The material of the shorts will influence the effectiveness and comfort of your belt and holster. The stiffer the denim/material the more form support is offered.
Company's like 5.11 tactical make some thing like that I think.
Wow! so many responses...
What I'm ultimately trying to do is find a way to carry my 1911 in summertime, but being someone of some girth, it's difficult to find a way to tote it around.
Any concealed carry method has pros & cons. "Pocket carry" comes with it's own particular pros & cons, so it's important to research the particulars of carry modes and test them to see how they work.
Don't forget the ever important accessibility.
I mean, if we are going to be effective with with our tools, getting them into action is probably the most important factor.
I carry mySTI Ranger II when I am wearing my 5.11 shorts. They hold it up just fine with a good belt.
I was talking about guys that carry full size guns while wearing shorts not in the pockets of their shorts. And the pockets are inside the waist band and completely separate from the hip pockets. But we both agree that some one drawing from pocket can't draw fast at all (in general), and you're right the 5.11 pockets are made for smaller subcompact guns.Their pants are made for carrying a small handgun, not a full-sized 1911. Even the smallest subcompact 1911 is going to be cumbersome in any pants pocket. I don't see how any type of built-in pants pocket is going to be worth a darn for carrying anything bigger than the smallest subcompact or pocket pistol like the Ruger LCP or Kel-tec. I know there are guys that carry Glock and Kahr subcompacts in their pants pockets, but ask them to draw it quickly for you.
Are you carrying in one of those hidden pockets that I'm taking about?I carry mySTI Ranger II when I am wearing my 5.11 shorts. They hold it up just fine with a good belt.