YankeeSC

We like to bike/hike/power walk. This tends to exclude IWB options.

Yes welcome to the club! Enjoy!

What's your choice for concealed carry when wearing gym shorts?

Reading in to what you have written and making some assumptions, I think for an AR-15 and how you seem to intend to use the scope a Vortex Strike Eagle is going to be your best bang for your buck (I also have one). At 1-6 or 1-8 magnification that's plenty for the distances you're realistically shooting at, plus the 1x magnification will allow you to use it like a red dot when you don't need the range. It's a great quality optic for the price, not cheap but not expensive, within your budget, and very well reviewed. http://www.vortexoptics.com/product/vortex-strike-eagle-1-8x24-riflescope-ar-bdc-reticle https://www.opticsplanet.com/vortex-strike-eagle-1-8x24mm-riflescope.html

So here is what I decided to do, I went with 2 of them to try and and see what works best: The Octa seems to have a better construction (material and sewing) than the ComfortTac. The main problem though is that it wasn't really designed for concealed carry, so while my Glock 26 fits nicely inside, there is no internal holster and it wouldn't be easy to get a quick draw. I picked up a UM Trigger Guard to protect the trigger while it's in the pouch. I also picked up the Elite Survival Systems Liberty GunPack which size-wise is exactly what I'm looking for. It's just small enough but has exactly enough room for the Glock 26 and a spare mag, and with even enough room to carry with the 15 round mag in the gun. Since this is only a pack it requires a separate belt, and can be attached either horizontally or vertically. I suspect I'll end up keeping both, using the Octa when I want something with more storage space.

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This is exactly why I go out of my way to let my new neighbors know I moved here to be in SC and not to bring NJ with me.

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I can vouch for Howell Gun Works, Garden State Shooting Center, and OBRPC (former member). I have dealt with them all and they're are all good places!

Yeah that would be cool, thanks. I checked them out, looks like a nice facility but there's currently a waiting list.

Hey Old School! I just moved to CHS back in August. I initially had NRA Carry Guard, but just changed last month to USCCA as it is a better deal. This article goes into some of the details and I agree with their analysis: https://www.pewpewtactical.com/uscca-review/

I have this one: http://www.safariland.com/all-products/7ts-als-open-top-concealment-paddle-holster-1169232.html I use it on my 3-gun rig because of the added retention, and like it quite a lot. It's really easy/natural to use, just a swipe of the thumb.

All great ideas guys, thanks. Yeah I know, not so "cool". But I'm in SC now and I can carry so I will do so every time I can! When you're biking/hiking/power walking a typical holster doesn't work on a pair of gym shorts, so you have to go with another option. I'll pick carrying over not looking so cool. I'm looking for something as small as possible and so far what I am finding is bigger than what I would prefer. The Maxpedition and Hill People gear look very well made so thanks for those suggestions. Right now the Octa and the ComfortTac are in the running.

There's just something more satisfying to me to having yet another gadget. I'll check out Davis, thanks guys!

Not that I really want a fanny pack, but I see that I need something for when I am doing more athletic/outdoor type activities (like when wearing gym shorts) where a typical gun belt/holster combo won't really work. Anyone have a concealed waist pack they like?

The one I had finally died and I'm looking to replace it. I like to keep it in the kitchen to see the outdoor temp/humidity (needs a remote sensor) plus the indoor temp/humidity. What do you guys use and like?

My SC CWP arrived in the mail yesterday. My rotation consists of: S&W M&P 9 for when the weather allows me to dress such that I can conceal it Glock 26 for warmer weather Taurus 605 for light weight carry and as a glove box firearm, SC law allows anyone (don't even need a CWP) to keep a loaded handgun secured in your vehicle. I have an Alien Gear IWB Cloak Tuck 3.0 at 4 o'clock for the M&P and G26 (shells for both) that so far is working out well, plus a CrossBreed ankle holster for the Taurus. Of course this is all subject to change over the coming weeks/months as I gain more experience to see what works/what doesn't and I develop preferences.

Welcome! I just bailed on Mercer county back in August and moved to SC.

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That's exactly what I have

Fire away! The CWP was easy, you take an 8 hour class that covers the law and safety aspects and then a 50 question written test plus a 50 shot practical test. I think you have to get an 80/100 on both to pass. The practical test involves 5 shots in 5 seconds (if I remember the time correctly) with 2 sets each at 3, 5, 7, 10, and 15 yards with reloads after each set. You do this all under the command and watchful eye of the instructor. You need to hit anywhere within the Silhouette on the target. I went to the Twin Ponds public range http://www.dnr.sc.gov/shooting/ranges/twinponds.html. There are 18 pistol bays with a 25 yard range and 16 rifle bays on 100 yards. The bays are all covered and rifle has benches. Only paper targets allowed. It was all recently renovated so everything is new and in very good shape, and there's no cost to shoot there. It was about 1/3 full when I was there, and the range officers keep a close watch ver what's going on (but not to the extent they do at Range 14). I moved to Charleston on Aug 3, absolutely love it but must admit it's a bit surreal. Still not quite used to it being my new home. I live downtown and have horse carriages come down my street every day, kind of weird to live somewhere that others come for vacation. This is my street. I bought a box of .357 to see what that would be like, but realistically I will carry .38 SD rounds.

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Thanks for the replies everyone. Wasn't sure initially about the quality but the more I read about the Taurus revolvers the more I am liking them. Seems like you can't beat them for the price. Picked up a 605 in matte stainless yesterday. https://www.taurususa.com/product-details.cfm?id=247&category=Revolver&toggle=tr&breadcrumbseries=605 I was in and out of PSA in 20 minutes. Would have been faster if I had my CWP (should be arriving in the mail any day now). Took it to the local outdoor range run by the SC DNR, very nice facility. I know a snub nose 2" is less than ideal for shooting .357 but I was still surprised at the amount of recoil.

So happy that I am now in South Carolina!