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IWB right hand side.
Haven’t found a more convenient place inside the car.
Right handed holster reversed on my left side. No seat belt buckle in the way and a natural cross draw with the gun pointed at the window on the draw. Carry a compact 9mm.
Thanks for sharing. I find Carrying at 3:00/4:00 on the hip to be very uncomfortable. (Although I think it would be more comfortable, and efficient) I’ve been reluctant to do a belly band (cross body) rig for safety reasons.
What is your professional opinion on that kind of setup.
Thanks Ed
Sorry for the slow reply, we were on a 3k mile road trip.
I have not yet found a gun/holster combination that is comfortable in the car and also efficient when outside the vehicle. Everything is a compromise.
I too find 3-4 o'clock to be less comfortable than desired in a car, especially with a larger gun IWB ( I carried a 1911 or Hi Power for 25 of my 30 years). A shoulder holster was comfortable when driving but the straps tend to show when outside the car, and has other disadvantages, I only used mine for long road trips. Being retired now, I often carry a .380 in my pocket holster (Glock 42), which is essentially un-reachable when in the car, but I plan to drive or ram my way out of trouble rather than gunfight from the car. When I go for a "real" gun, I've replaced my Glock 19 with a Glock 48; the thinner gun is much more comfortable when carried IWB and quite comfortable carried OWB at 4 o'clock.
A cross-draw belly band should only be be a safety problem when holstering, but the one's I've seen are dreadfully slow if you want to put the gun away and indeed rather hazardous while doing so. Tough to practice with unless you just do dry-fire with an empty gun.
Unless you live/work in a dangerous place, don't try to improve your safety with a gun/holster combo that can be dangerous. Carrying safely should be the goal.
Best of luck to you!
Last edited by Gearhead Jim; May 31, 2022 at 09:14 PM.
There is a video where someone stored a handgun behind the drop down screen. It was too big and the drop down screen was locked up. The repair was extensive.
This is my solution. A 2" x 3" Velcro pad held a sub compact leather holster well.
Seems there is a real risk of contents in the cubby jamming the screen. I know some on here have mentioned using it as you say though. I have not checked for what fits myself. I imagien my 365 would
P365 DOES fit but I not sure with a holster. I have an OWB holster and I use it only for when I am in a place like a Post Office or Courthouse. I wouldn't drive around with it in case it moves into a position that it gets stuck.
Kimber Solo fits fine. I always carry on me but have a "backup" in each vehicle.
Those are kinda hit or miss. I have had one that won't be consistent so I sold it after reading too many reports of similar problems with it not chambering right. 115 to 147 and different types of bullets. I wouldn't buy another Solo but the rest of the Kimber line is a possibility.
P365 DOES fit but I not sure with a holster. I have an OWB holster and I use it only for when I am in a place like a Post Office or Courthouse. I wouldn't drive around with it in case it moves into a position that it gets stuck.
You carry into a Post Office or a Courthouse?
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My bad. I meant that I carry with an OWB holster and slip it into a different one when I am going to resteictive places so I can put it into the storage space
Those are kinda hit or miss. I have had one that won't be consistent so I sold it after reading too many reports of similar problems with it not chambering right. 115 to 147 and different types of bullets. I wouldn't buy another Solo but the rest of the Kimber line is a possibility.
Agree that you need to find the right round that cycles. For me, it was the
Again, I have a holster centered under the steering column. It does not damage the car. The weapon can be drawn easily in case you need it. It puts the weapon at hand and not mashing your back, side or the seats. When I get out, I draw the weapon from the holster (Velcro strap to release) and put the Kimber in my IWB holster and carry on. If I need to go to the post office or a government gun free zone, I put the Kimber in the trunk. It won't fit in the drop down storeage spot, I have a Ham radio controller in there.
My P365. make it but just barely. Would be afraid that one bump or shift and I'd join the ranks of those with a stuck chubby.
Colt Double Eagle had no chance whatsoever..
Not sure what this post has to do with Corvettes? Perhaps a gun forum might be a better venue for deciding what small piece would fit in a small hole. What’s next: How many AR-15s can I fit in my Stingray hatch? Measuring tape and common sense
Well, it has to do with suggestions on how to carry a weapon in a corvette. I think it's pertinent.
Enjoy your day and if you don't have any ideas to contribute, then don't click on the thread.
Not sure what this post has to do with Corvettes? Perhaps a gun forum might be a better venue for deciding what small piece would fit in a small hole. What’s next: How many AR-15s can I fit in my Stingray hatch? Measuring tape and common sense
maybe you go to the NAMBLA forum! You didn’t need to open this post!
Sorry this thread triggered you. I recommend a cozy sweater and a chai latte to get your good vibes back. People who carry don’t carry in hopes of killing someone. They carry because they plan on going home tonight. Your view may vary. In any case, this thread isn’t for you. Find one you enjoy.
This isn’t a Corvette question, this is a what gun question. The size of the compartment is fixed so the variable it the gun that fits. You and I both know why this ancillary post remains up as there are essentially no Corvettes mentioned. As for what he should do with his firearm, it should be secured on his person to be both safe and available for “self defense.” Sometimes gun “enthusiasts” are some of the dimmest bulbs when it comes to following their own logic. If he’s not safe at Walmart, why take chances being a sitting duck at the Post Office. If it’s OK to leave it less than secured in a car, it’s probably safe(er) to leave it at home when heading out to places that are not the Wild West. Really not difficult unless he is going full Merica.
Why the quotes of "self defense" and "enthusiasts"? First off, do you doubt that it is for self defense or is there a point you are trying to discreetly make but not say it out? Secondly. what place is or isn't the "Wild West" as you put it? I don't know about where he is but in WI, private enterprises can post a "No Gun" sign. Out of respect, you should leave it in the car. Might be at work too. There is a concern of whether it will jam or not. It is kinda of a tight area and there is question of the wire being damaged as mentioned. So it is a legit question, regardless of whether you believe I should or should not carry a gun. If he was asking "Where can I store a gun in my boat, you have a point. This is a question of "What repercussions are there if I store a gun in the cubby behind the infotainment screen". It is not, by the way, whether an enthusiast should be leaving his gun at home when he is at a place he is not allowed to carry.
This isn’t a Corvette question, this is a what gun question. The size of the compartment is fixed so the variable it the gun that fits. You and I both know why this ancillary post remains up as there are essentially no Corvettes mentioned. As for what he should do with his firearm, it should be secured on his person to be both safe and available for “self defense.” Sometimes gun “enthusiasts” are some of the dimmest bulbs when it comes to following their own logic. If he’s not safe at Walmart, why take chances being a sitting duck at the Post Office. If it’s OK to leave it less than secured in a car, it’s probably safe(er) to leave it at home when heading out to places that are not the Wild West. Really not difficult unless he is going full Merica.
^Don't click on the "cup holder solution" thread either dude, you'll be even more pissed.
