Intro / Anybody else carry crossdraw weak side?

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Guess I'll make this my first official post in the Swamp. Nice to meet you all!
Got the day off and am about to unleash some RS on the yard... and started thinking about fixed blade carry preferences.

My favorite carry option is crossdraw anterior weak side. I carry the same whether hiking or doing yard work, which obviously involves squatting, bending over, trunk rotation, etc. On the trails, I've found that this carry does not restrict access to hipbelt pockets on packs due to riding parallel with the belt as opposed to perpendicular. This also does not add to the width of my trunk or snag on branches when moving forward or backwards. It can only catch if I'm leading with the right hip... and sometimes gets in the way when bouldering (think clearance when pressed up against rock). Overall, range of motion does not seem impeded.

Always with a stick in hand on trails, my left hand is free. Carrying crossdraw anterior weak side allows quick access with either hand and possibly of high importance-- in one motion, not two.


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First, welcome to the Swamp! :thumbup: It is a good bunch of guys here. You might also want to check out the "Rat Chat" forum on the official Swamp Rat website.

Second, that is exactly how I carry my RS (especially if I have a bangstick on the other side). I also had Leatherman make my Bowie RMD sheath so that it has a similar option:

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Thanks for the warm welcome and heads up Spyder :)
Nice match and setup you got there... really dig that dual option.

Right on, falar. Have either of you guys (or anybody else) had any related mishaps in the past? Shortly after starting to carry this way, I accidentally drew across my left index finger while holding the sheath instead of using the draw hand's thumb to push off... that was a one-time mistake :eek:
 
Welcome DagaOculta! :) I carry cross draw most often, it seems more natural to me to reach across. Being a lefty its easier to take the sheath on and off as well.
 
DagaOculta said:
Thanks for the warm welcome and heads up Spyder :)
Nice match and setup you got there... really dig that dual option.

Right on, falar. Have either of you guys (or anybody else) had any related mishaps in the past? Shortly after starting to carry this way, I accidentally drew across my left index finger while holding the sheath instead of using the draw hand's thumb to push off... that was a one-time mistake :eek:
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The only time I ever did something like that was 9 years ago with a Hanwei Shinto Katana........almost lost my left index finger.

I am VERY careful now.
 
While not to cross draw, I wear a Badger Attack inverted on the weak side. As to when it is drawn it is in reverse grip. Could easily change it to be drawn standard grip though. I usually have a p220 or 1911 IWB on dominate side.

With shirt untucked, both are difficult to notice with only the very butt of the badger sticking out. By also dePends on the length of the shirt
 
When I am in the woods I carry horizontal cross draw as I carry my sidearm on the strongside. It works out well and seems like a natural place to draw the blade.
 
My edc's, skelly warden, assault shaker and rat tail all ride dead center with low profile belt buckle pulled all the way left. Almost as easy to grab reverse grip left hand if right is busy.
 
Yes. I carry a small blade (under 3") on the weak side inline with my belt. I don't notice it as much and neither do others and it is quick for both handed draw (left is reverse ice pick).
 
I have been known to carry that way.

I used to carry a pair.

Here is a picture of me swimming with a Busse SS and GW pair.

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Yes! Here is my current setup for the zombie invasion, and for some camping trips :D (KDSH is connected via MOLLE on my BOB):

Strong side (TG & Swamp Warden, MOAD):
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Weak side (this tiger warden is on its way to the spa and is a gift for my lady, so I will have to replace it with another cross drawn blade/sheath setup. I really want to get another GW and a similar sheath from Rainwalker):
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The GW in Rainwalker leather is my Fiancé's, but I have a feeling she'll let me use it. Otherwise, I am going to have to get more sheaths made with the x-loop. Maybe some from Dwayne!

I love the belt attachment you have there. That seems to be very functional.
 
OH that beef always messin around. :p

He did mention that you might think about shaving that beard of yours. Says it tickles to much, not sure what that means.:confused: :D:eek:
 
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