I am in search of a belt that will specifically handle an M&P Shield 9mm for IWB and OWB.
What would you recommend?
Thank you,
Mark
What would you recommend?
Thank you,
Mark
5.11 Double Duty TDU Belt:
http://www.511tactical.com/double-duty-tdu-belt-1-5.html
Love mine. It's flexible, but very stiff edge to edge. I find that I do need to wear an undershirt (I use A-shirts) with it however, as it can be a bit abrasive on the waistline without. It's a good idea to do that for IWB carry anyway.
For a nylon belt I prefer The Wilderness Instructors belt 5 stitch version. http://www.thewilderness.com/tactical-belts/original-instructor-belt/
Along this line, answer me this:
When you walk into a grocery store, what is the first thing you do?
I make a beeline straight for the baked goods aisle, but that's just me...
I haven't worn a "gun belt" since I was in uniform a looooong time ago.
As long as your belt width matches, or nearly so, the slots on your holster, and can be tightened to a degree that securely prevents movement hindering a smooth draw and re-holster, you're GTG.
Find a sturdy leather belt and use it. Replace it when it wears out. Spending, up to, hundred of dollars is laughable. Don't.
I would highly suggest you avoid the "tacti-cool" look for civilian carry. Bad guys know what tacti-cool, and duty belts, look like. Becoming a SMF is not a great idea.
(Rant ON)
Look, you've posted about which weapon to buy and now gear. I get that, I do. But the truth is that most of it is marketing.
There are two things you need to gunfight. A weapon, and the willingness to kill another human being. (Read this sentence again, or as many times as you need.) Have both.
The rest, mostly, depends on you. (And, remember, a jury will hear this, because they will dig into your life.)
Think about your situational awareness. And this is greatly simplified. Your ability to understand body language and how people posture themselves before an attack. Your ability to avoid situations where you have to defend your life. Where you park your car. What neighborhood you live in. Your ability to deal with people. Your demeanor when out in public; do you look people in the eye? Or, do you not? What did you do to avoid the confrontation?
You will be judged on it all.
Along this line, answer me this: When you walk into a grocery store, what is the first thing you do?
All more important than a belt.
(Rant OFF)
Your Mileage Will Vary - Greatly
Jack, That was quite a post. One that has "hit home" and one that I will take very seriously.
Thank you for taking the time out to help me.
Mark
Jack, That was quite a post. One that has "hit home" and one that I will take very seriously.
Thank you for taking the time out to help me.
Mark
For me it's the beer, but never in "condition white", Jeff taught me better than that!
Me too John, except I'm usually in condition Black as there is always a run on the beer aisle.
Sometimes...when I get to the checkout with my 12 pack...I don't remember what happened.