Let's talk fat man conceal holster options

[Darren M]

So, as a man of, ahem, some girth I find it difficult to locate a holster that will work within my comfort level. As I don't see myself losing a ton of weight any time soon I figured I'd pose the question to you guys. What are the GOOD options a fat ass like me has for a conceal carry holster ?

[GhostTX]

http://www.thunderwear.com/

http://www.cabelas.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=708702

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/165254/bulldog-deluxe-belly-band-holster-nylon-black-fits-32-to-38-waist

http://www.usgalco.com/HolsterP3.asp?ProductID=1776&CatalogID=149

Or any good OWB holster and a large Hawaiian shirt.

[Cooter]

I wear a long black duster and hang an AK pistol off of each shoulder

[Chili]

How big are we talking and what are you wanting to carry? Also, what have you tried?

I have the below, and it is comfortable to me:

https://www.harwellholsters.com/products/protuck-iwb-concealment-holster

I am just under 5'11" and 240 and carry an XD40 Service (full grip, 4" barrel).. My "love handles" help conceal it at 3 o'clock since the holster pushes it in and the grip sits where the fat usually is.

[Trick Pony]

As long as you aren't so fat you can't wipe your own ass, being bigger actually affords more options for effective concealment and can also allow you to carry a bigger gun without printing.

[likeitfast55]

I am a pretty good size guy. I just got this Winthrop leather holster for my XDS.

Comfortable and all you have to really cover-up is the handle. Leave shirt un-tucked

no problem.

[no4njnk]

Being bigger helps, before my stepdad lost some weight he had a crossbread. Now that he has lost weight he still uses the same thing.

Or you can do what a guy did at the airport years ago if you are really big, just hid the gun under a roll of fat. Dude got through airport security like that.

[slow06]

I stick to mostly carrying my LCP in my pocket, but I have a holster for a full size 9mm (Beretta PX4 Storm) that is similar to Chili's and with a good stiff belt it feels alright. I still think that was my best option.

[Darren M]

Well, I'm 5' 10" and about 250 so almost square. . I haven't tried any holsters yet and didn't want to waste a bunch of money trying out various styles. Plus, I knew many of you u had traveled this path already. I'll be carrying a 3.5" 1911 in .45.
Thanks for all the responses!

[2cammer97]

Trying dozens of holsters and ending up with a drawer full is like a right of passage in the gun world. Everyone goes through it. :-)

Marcus

[Darren M]

Lol. Got any you'd like to loan? :-)

[Trick Pony]

I have experience with the Crossbreed Supertuck and N82 Tactical. I like the N82 because it fits me better and is more comfortable so that's what I use. The Supertuck was nice and pretty comfortable too though.

[txminime]

Depending on the build, you may be able to just carry in your pants front pocket... My friend is pretty wide around the waist and his pants usually have a lot of room in the pockets because his legs aren't that big. He can drop a Beretta 92F in his pocket and make it disappear. I would recommend a pocket holster that cover the trigger and not to have anything else in that pocket.

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[Chili]

Well, I'm 5' 10" and about 250 so almost square. . I haven't tried any holsters yet and didn't want to waste a bunch of money trying out various styles. Plus, I knew many of you u had traveled this path already. I'll be carrying a 3.5" 1911 in .45.
Thanks for all the responses!

Very close to me then. I would have bought the Crossbreed but didn't want to wait 6 weeks.. I think you would be happy with that style, just be aware that if, like me, some of your pants are a little snug, you may not be able to carry comfortably in those.

The exception is if you need the ability to take the holster off frequently. That style will likely require you to un-do your belt, at a minimum.

I am pretty sure the Harwell has a 2 week satisfaction guarantee, at least I think I saw that on their website.. Good option to not be stuck with a $60 holster you aren't happy with.