Concealing Handguns: Personal Choices and Practical Considerations

Are Veteran Gun Owners Known to Conceal Their Handguns Beneath Their Waistband?

I conceal it where it is the most comfortable and accessible.

Many gun owners personalize their carrying methods based on comfort and accessibility, and preference. The choice of where to conceal a handgun can be as varied as the gun owners themselves. This article explores the different methods of concealing handguns, with a special focus on the experiences and recommendations of experienced gun owners.

The Diversity of Concealment

I keep one where I can, got one on my ankle, two in shoulder holsters, one in the small of my back, and carry a guitar case with an AR-15 with twelve magazines in it.

For some, the most comfortable and accessible place to conceal a handgun is in plain sight, whereas others prefer more discreet methods such as under the waistband, in ankle holsters, or inside the shoulder holster. However, it is important to note that the choice of concealment method is not dictated by veteran status or the frequency of gun ownership.

Veteran Gun Owners and Concealment

Only a flaming asshole would do this or a character in a movie.

When it comes to experienced gun owners, particularly those who served in the military or have adopted a lifestyle centered around firearms for decades, the methods of concealment can be quite varied. This diversity allows individuals to find what works best for them, ensuring both comfort and ease of access.

Concealment Methods with Examples

I have an old friend who carries a compact 9mm handgun in his back pocket behind a piece of thick leather so it resembles a wallet.

I always carry inside the waistband and I have carried for decades.

I will give a caveat to that if you are law enforcement not deep cover or people know you have a gun, you must carry in a real cow leather holster with a secure belt. Anywhere between 0230 and 0400.

In my situation, if I ever have to draw a firearm, I don’t have to worry about putting it back quickly.

Providing an example of personal preferences, I have an old friend who conceals a handgun in his back pocket, secured by a piece of thick leather that camouflages it as a wallet. In contrast, I have carried inside the waistband for decades, always ensuring that I use an appropriate holster and secure belt, especially during specific hours when I need quick access and the ability to reholster swiftly.

Safe Storage and Accessibility

Most of mine are in cases, some are in opportune places throughout my residence. One carry gun is in a laptop bag, the other is more like near my “jewels.” That one has a shoulder holster and an inside the band holster. Another one has an ankle holster which I don’t carry now and I have a .38 double derringer that can fit in a pocket quite nicely which I rarely if ever carry now.

While these storage methods vary, proper safety and accessibility are paramount. Guns are often stored in dedicated cases, either at home or carried in secure holsters. My personal preference is to have multiple carry methods to ensure versatility, with options ranging from a shoulder holster to an ankle holster, all with an emphasis on safety and quick access when necessary.

Conclusion

“Veteran” can have a couple of meanings. Your usage of it doesn’t make it clear which meaning is appropriate. Veteran – someone who served in the military. Veteran – someone who has been doing something for a long time.

Each person decides how to conceal their handgun. There isn’t a certain way ex-military or long-time gun owners conceal their handguns.

Personally, I don’t tuck mine into my waistband. My best guess is that’s a thing in movies and seldom practiced in real life.

The term "veteran" can have multiple meanings, and the way an individual conceals a handgun is a deeply personal choice based on comfort, accessibility, and safety. Whether someone served in the military or has been a gun owner for a long time, the methods of concealed carry vary widely. What remains consistent is the emphasis on responsible and safe handling of firearms, with the understanding that certain methods depicted in movies are often impractical or unsafe.