CC For Women?

[Pami]

Does anyone know of any good sites to check out CC for women? With all this random violence these days, even with the reinvigorated effort of our PDs, I'm glad that I did apply for the LTCH, but with my penchant for snug clothing, I don't see how I could ever conceal effectively. I've seen the purses that have the built-in holsters, which is an awesome idea, but my purse is even smaller than my pockets most days...

Suggestions?

[Scutter01]

Originally Posted by Pami

Does anyone know of any good sites to check out CC for women? With all this random violence these days, even with the reinvigorated effort of our PDs, I'm glad that I did apply for the LTCH, but with my penchant for snug clothing, I don't see how I could ever conceal effectively. I've seen the purses that have the built-in holsters, which is an awesome idea, but my purse is even smaller than my pockets most days...

Suggestions?

Boy are you in luck!

Cornered Cat

Large section of the site is dedicated to the particular issues that women have with concealed carry.

[Lars]

Concealed Carry from a Woman's Perspective

[Pami]

Originally Posted by W9ZEB

Concealed Carry from a Woman's Perspective

Haha... beautiful article sweetheart. I really like this woman.

Another lesson to learn, men, do not assume that your significant other will like the gun you like, that a Glock is the best pistol for beginners (I hate them), or that women prefer a revolver. These are all sentiments that I encountered, and none of them proved true for me, except that my husband and I both like our Sig P225.

[Pami]

Originally Posted by Scutter01

Boy are you in luck!

Cornered Cat

Large section of the site is dedicated to the particular issues that women have with concealed carry.

Been there a couple of times but didn't remember seeing much on CC ... it IS where I improved my stance and grip a little though. I'll look at it again. Thanks!

[Lars]

Originally Posted by Pami

Been there a couple of times but didn't remember seeing much on CC ... it IS where I improved my stance and grip a little though. I'll look at it again. Thanks!

check the entire section on "Holsters"

[Barry in IN]

Women & Guns (The magazine, but they have a forum)
The Paxton Quigley Web Page (some articles)
Women, Firearms, & Self-Defense

And this one on shooting while pregnant. My wife didn't shoot when pregnant, but this article made me be careful around her while she was:
Shooting while pregnant

[Pami]

From Shooting While Pregnant:

f.. Failing to thoroughly wash hands and mouth after shooting (or washing with hot water instead of cool)
...
- Wash hands carefully (3 times) with cold water

Really? I always wash with hot water since I'm generally always cold and enjoy the warmth over my frozen fingers (I'm blaming poor circulation). Is the temperature of the water really that important when cleaning up after handling/cleaning/shooting firearms?

Due to some health concerns, I don't think pregnancy is in our future, but it was still a very interesting read. Thank you very much.

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Women & Guns...
EXCELLENT. *wanders off to troll a different forum*
AND... Women & Guns :: View topic - In Search of a Purple Gear Bag
More Excellent.
I'm going to have to get my DH to get me a subscription to that magazine.

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Women, Firearms & Self-Defense:
Excellent resource for continuing links. A little disconcerted that the NRA's Women's Issues link seemed to be broken. :( I'll have to dig around for that one. This site was copyright 1998 according to the bottom of the page, so perhaps it's been a while since the links were updated.



Thank you all for the suggestions... It'll give me some reading to do while off work tomorrow.

[rhino]

Women & Guns is one of the best firearms periodicals on the market, regardless of your sex. I have a subscription.

[Pami]

So after doing some reading...

Option 1: off-body carry. (ew). Not crazy about this idea because a) I have a tendency to walk away from my purse. 2) When I'm out running around, I usually just grab my DL and Visa and stuff them in my pocket, purse be damned. and iii) I tend to walk away from my purse. (I know, smart move. Which is why I grab Important Cards and stuff them in my pocket and leave the purse at home.)

Option BB: Belly band or Smartcarry (aka Thunderbelt). Erm.. I'm not sure I have room in most of my clothing to fit something like that under there. One review I read said that she's at an age and shape where most people wouldn't recognize an extra bulge in the midsection.... I am not at that age or shape.

Option 3: thigh-holster... Interesting concept, and if I actually wore more skirts, I might look into this. It would definitely make Lars smile if I wore more skirts. But seriously.. how easily accessible would something like that be? And do people actually practice drawing and firing from those at the range? *boggles at the concept*

Option IV) Ankle holster. Everything I've read about this says wear more socks. I work at Tommy Bahama. I wear sandals. I abhor socks. Not to mention skirts, shorts, and most of my pants don't quite make it to my ankles.

Why can't they make something like this for women?
Ultimate Compression Concealment Shorts - Magills.com

I suppose that's about like wearing a belly band... so far that's looking to be the most attractive option considering my current wardrobe status.

The other distressing issue I'm coming across on Womens & Guns (Women & Guns :: View topic - Concealment for Professionals) is that Kahrs and Kel-Tecs are frequently recommended due to their size, slimness, and weight, but also reading that they are difficult to shoot and are certainly not on the approved "Guns that Work" list. Lars did say I'd be spoiled with my Sigs. :(

I value the opinions of most of you guys on here. Do any of you have women in your lives that CC? What do they do? The girl I work with that used to CC carried in her purse... I really don't think that's the best option for me. I'm just about back to the decision that my guns are for target shooting and home defense, and just let Lars carry.