Thigh Holsters, or Chest Mount?

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I like the thigh holster, but I'm not really using it for any tactical application yet.
On the chest is uses up too much real estate. I could see a chest rig being useful during a vehicle mounted operation where access to your thigh mounted side arm might be a bit cumbersome. But then why not just holster it in a mag shingle while in the vehicle as opposed to having an entire holster platform on your chest.
 
I tried a thigh holster once.

Hated it.

Hard to fit through doors, drive, even sit at the desk at the office, let alone do anything "dynamic" with it hanging off the side of the leg.

Just my experience... I prefer a "normal" belt position... It works with my soft armour, but I guess it might be a problem with hard plates.
 
pirate604 said:
I like the thigh holster, but I'm not really using it for any tactical application yet.
On the chest is uses up too much real estate. I could see a chest rig being useful during a vehicle mounted operation where access to your thigh mounted side arm might be a bit cumbersome. But then why not just holster it in a mag shingle while in the vehicle as opposed to having an entire holster platform on your chest.
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thats when you take your pistol out of your holster and stick it in one of the mag pouches on you vest ;)
 
Get a decent belt holster. Thigh holsters are good if you have no room on your belt for a holster. IMHO they are a PITA, no faster to draw from and look nerdy.;) Just my opinion.

Take Care

Bob
 
I've got one. Works great. If I want to look like some kind of tactical gear nerd, that's my business! LOL!! I'm kidding. I'm just interested to see what other people think about this particular issue. Maybe get a little knowledge from those who have some practical experience.

BTW, I am a bit of a gear whore. I admit it freely! Don't judge me!
 
I don't think it matters for us, unless you are going on deployment somewhere and have to wear hard shell armour that messes up a belt holster. If you like the thigh holster, go nuts and wear it. If you want lots of gear, buy both and see what you think. I use a belt holster because I shoot with some IDPA guys and that is what is prescribed by the IDPA rules. I may buy a drop holster some day to see what I think about that style, too.

Mark
 
mmattockx said:
I don't think it matters for us, unless you are going on deployment somewhere and have to wear hard shell armour that messes up a belt holster. If you like the thigh holster, go nuts and wear it. If you want lots of gear, buy both and see what you think. I use a belt holster because I shoot with some IDPA guys and that is what is prescribed by the IDPA rules. I may buy a drop holster some day to see what I think about that style, too.

Mark
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Very true. I don't see an issue with trying out a variety of gear to see what you like. We don't have the option of carrying here in Canada, be it open or concealed, so there really isn't any real application. Still an interesting debate, tho.
 
If you have to go prone, a chest holster, and your pistol, get full of crud pretty quickly. I find it impractical unless your tasked as a driver.
 
Hokus Grey said:
Gotcha. Makes sense.
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I figured that part was understood. Many ranges won't allow any type of shoulder or cross draw holster because of the way the draw forces you to sweep behind/beside you. In IDPA, you will get called out for sweeping your own hand or foot while drawing/moving, so sweeping the line behind you is a huge no-no.

Mark
 
mmattockx said:
I figured that part was understood. Many ranges won't allow any type of shoulder or cross draw holster because of the way the draw forces you to sweep behind/beside you. In IDPA, you will get called out for sweeping your own hand or foot while drawing/moving, so sweeping the line behind you is a huge no-no.

Mark
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Oh, I understood before. Just responding to your comment to let you know it is appreciated. :)
 
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