Clothing and Equipment That Keep It Concealed

Carrying a handgun when is no easy task for people who have concealed carry permits. It’s especially challenging for people when the weather is dominated by high temperatures, such as in the spring and summer.

Here are some wardrobe tips and observations that will make your outings with your handgun safe and comfortable.

Wear clothing that blends in with the style and type of clothing appropriate for the occasion. Wearing a coat where every else is in T-shirts will stand out and get noticed. Loose clothing can hide indications that you’re carrying a gun. It will also make it easier for you to access and draw your gun if needed. But keep in mind that excessively loose clothing can gather in folds that may impede your draw.

Heavy clothing and heavy fabrics are better than lightweight garments. Heavy fabric can hang in a way that it conceals any irregular shape under it. It also tends to be easier to sweep aside to access your firearm. When you wear a jacket, make it one that you can comfortably button or zip up so the wind can’t blow it open.

Stay away from light fabrics and colors. They can easily create hollows, shadows and bulges as well as reveal the straps of a shoulder holster. Garments with “regular” patterns, such as stripes, geometric patterns and plaids, can easily reveal irregularities regarding how the clothing hangs on the body. Instead, chose solid-colored fabrics or fabrics with a random pattern.

For women there are concealed carry gun purses, concealment gun holster purses and concealment backpacks. Many concealed carry purses are just a normal purses that are marketed for concealed carry purposes. Others may be fine for concealed carry, but just don’t match your sense of style—or any sense of style. You shouldn’t have to choose between style and function. That’s why purses and handbags are designed with female concealed carriers in mind. Use Google to find the many companies that sell them.

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