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A Woman's Perspective

by Heather
(Youngstown, Ohio)

Never would know it was there

I am a hard working middle class, middle aged mother of two teenagers and wife to a wonderful man who is in law enforcement. I have had my CCW permit for the past 5 years and never carried. I’m not sure why, I guess being complacent? That can be dangerous in a lot of circumstances... But now since my renewal was up I had to decide what I wanted to do.

One motivating factor for my decision to carry other than the ever rising crime rate is that as an American, I am growing tired of those who are pushing trying to take away my rights, guns and/or other. In effort to shorten my rant that’s all I’m going to say for the sake of getting on with this and to the subject at point. I just had to get that off my chest…..which brings me to my next topic “gun choice and carry method”

I have 2 guns which I carry depending on my outfit, okay, not to “match” like some of you believe, but how casual and loose or more form fitting. For those casual tines I carry my Glock 36 in a waist band Holster. Pretty average I think, I prefer this gun and probably end up carrying it most.

When I am in clothes which are more formed fitting then I will carry my Kel Tec P32 in a modified Uncle Mike’s holster (I cut the retention strap off) clipped inside the center of my bra…..close to my heart... I have practiced my draw at the range and surprisingly I can get to the gun very quickly although I found it is best to not wear a necklace. As far as security and retention of the gun in the holster I feel completely safe.

I recommend to anyone who wants to carry, to do a lot of research first. Know the laws, know your gun, inside and out…how to strip and clean it and practice, practice, practice. Shoot at different distances. Standing, sitting, one handed, two handed etc.

Let’s face it, we all see the news, crime can happen anywhere and hopefully anywhere I’m not!
God’s peace to all.

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Feb 13, 2011
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Love it!
by: Denise

I'm new to carrying and haven't found a place I like yet. I DO like this. My one question is, (I have no idea how to ask this) doesn't it get sweaty? The reason I ask, is I'm always soooo afraid of getting my gun wet! I don't know why, I know that LEOs carry them in all kinds of weather, but I guess I'm afraid I'll break it. (I know, really stupid). Thanks for you article!!

Feb 15, 2010
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Breast Pat
by: Mitch

Its not hard. Use the back of your hand, and do it fast!

Sep 26, 2009
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Great idea actually
by: Anonymous

I just showed my wife your carry location. She said that is smart since some women will tuck money into their bra especially when out and do not want to carry their purse. An assailant may actually look away to see if anyone is coming during that time since they feel that you do not have a weapon there. I like it and I think it is just genius. LEO's should worry about this method of carry as well. (not from you since you have a CCP and you have the right to carry). Others may see this and use it for not so good reasons. I guess I will just have to start looking closer to make sure. LOL just kidding.

-Ray

Jan 06, 2009
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ATTN SPIKE
by: Anonymous

Spike,
I spent several years in Coast Guard mostly involved in law enforcement. We called that pat aree the "magic box". Picture a imaginary bos around the breasts. We were not supposed to go "inside the box" during searches. The inevetable happened and a female suspect had a weapon between her breasts. Well I'll be darned if I was going to let her keep it, even when cuffed. I put on a pair fo rubber gloves under my kevlar lined leather gloves and with two witnesses carefully removed thw weapon with thumb and pointer finger. The way I found it was with two witnesses I patted down between the breasts with nothing but my thumb or edge of my hand. Its not full proof but it will help to avoid a groping accusation. Hope this info helps make yousafer out there. Be safe and God Bless you sir.

Nov 24, 2008
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Your carry location
by: Spike

As a LEO I must admit that is a location I have never attempted to pat down. I am now practicing on my wife in an effort to master the technique in a manner that won't get me slapped with a "fondled" charge.
thanks,

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