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Steering wheel mount (pistol)
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I've had a M1911 kydex holster mounted under my '91 F150 fuse box cover for years.
On my other cars, I stitch a holster to the front of the driver's seat between where my knees are --- this is a much better set-up in that (1) the draw is natural like pulling from a belt mounted holster (the holster back is toward body as it should be with holster oriented as if on your waist); (2) that I need not lean forward and must only move my arm very little to draw and can draw without detection and surreptitiously if needed; (3) and that just as if on belt, you have a proper grip not needing adjustment when you draw.
I've found it best not to use holsters with thumb breaks or retention straps in these applications (though I use neither in other applications either).
I assume you use left hand as strong side because your rig is set up for that. If not, you really ought to set that rig up with grip/mag well to left for a better right hand draw (you'd draw with palm out/up).
On my other cars, I stitch a holster to the front of the driver's seat between where my knees are --- this is a much better set-up in that (1) the draw is natural like pulling from a belt mounted holster (the holster back is toward body as it should be with holster oriented as if on your waist); (2) that I need not lean forward and must only move my arm very little to draw and can draw without detection and surreptitiously if needed; (3) and that just as if on belt, you have a proper grip not needing adjustment when you draw.
I've found it best not to use holsters with thumb breaks or retention straps in these applications (though I use neither in other applications either).
I assume you use left hand as strong side because your rig is set up for that. If not, you really ought to set that rig up with grip/mag well to left for a better right hand draw (you'd draw with palm out/up).
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I bought a cheap left-handed Fobus paddle holster and fastened it to the center console panel of my Jeep using an existing panel screw. Been working great for about 4 years now. Very fast, easy draw and I don't have to keep my CZ-75 inside my waistband while driving.
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I may have to try that palm up draw. I found the current draw fairly comfortable, but haven't tried the other. Yeah, the thumb break is removable, so I may take it off. You guys keep one chambered in these settings? I'm a little hesitant with my Glock, although I know I shouldn't be.
With my M1911A1, yes. Condition 1 carry.
I've had pancake/combat master holsters stitched to driver seat fronts for more than 15 years. Never an issue. Willing to bet those in your link trashing the practice have never tried it. Their arguments against it indicate most never have. People have been mounting holsters in automobiles since the 1920s. This is nothing new.
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Yep, always keep one in the pipe. But most of my guns also have a manual safety (CZ-75, Beretta M9, 1911's) unlike your Glock.
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Like I said:
It doesn't work for me.
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I am also very happy for you for never having any problems with this method for over 15 years. I honestly hope nothing ever happens to those who choose to use this method. It is truly a great idea when everything works in your favor, and God bless you for having such luck through your lifetime. Truly. It is only my personal choice to not carry my firearm off body at any time. The way I carry works for me and everyone is different and has different....well...everything. I am very very young (27) and have a whole lot to learn. Especially in our modern society as it strays very far from what is morally right and wrong and more towards how the words of the law are written (which is a whole other discussion entirely that belongs in the political forum).
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I have a G-Code RTI Wheel mounted on the center console of my Suburban. This thing is the absolute best way to mount a holster in your vehicle. G-Code's system allows you to use different holsters that will fit on this same mount. So I can easily swap holsters depending on what gun I'm carrying that day. I highly recommend them.
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Some very cool ideas, kind of reminds me of a dealership pamphlet I saw one for IH scouts. One of the options was for a vertical center dash shotgun mount. although it'd need to be pretty short to fit in the cab of a scout pickup!
On a more serious note, anyone know how the retention on those are in non-typical orientations of the vehicle, or other mishaps? And for the condition 1 guys, do you trust your gun in a tumble dryer? Honest question, no insinuations.
On a more serious note, anyone know how the retention on those are in non-typical orientations of the vehicle, or other mishaps? And for the condition 1 guys, do you trust your gun in a tumble dryer? Honest question, no insinuations.
