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theg33k · 10-22-2009, 04:15 PM

I've never CCed before but decided to once I got my XD9-sc. (Yes, I have my CWP) Picked up the crossbreed at the recommendation of a bunch of posters here and I have to say my first impressions are great. I was afraid it would be very uncomfortable but it's not at all.

Anyways.. some concerns I have

I tried holstering at several locations between 2:00 and 4:30 and you could still see the back of the slide printing on my (loose) t-shirt. I haven't tried adjusting the cant at all so hopefully that will help, suggestions are welcome.

One thing I've noticed for anyone considering CCW is that if you're like me and buy pants that are essentially fitted (so you don't have to wear a belt to keep them up all day) you may need to go up a size. Also, my current belt is "OK" but I can definitely see the need for a real gun belt. I may go with CrossBreed for that also since the service was so great.. but I'm going to shop around a little also.

Cheers,
G33k

NDB_MN · 10-22-2009, 05:26 PM

A loose T-shirt is going to work for concealment for some folks but not for others. It really depends on your body type. I find a t-shirt is a little too thin when I conceal strong-side IWB with anything bigger than an LCP. Polo shirts work better though.

I typically adjust cant pretty far forward on my SuperTuck, as I find it aids in concealment. I also like to carry at 4-4:30 with it, and the extra cant just seems to work really nice from that position.

I'm 6' 190lbs.

**Mad Pick** · 10-22-2009, 09:40 PM

I've found that solid-color T-shirts are pretty unforgiving.

I typically wear patterned button-down shirts, usually dark blue in base color, and they hide the printing well.

benp · 10-22-2009, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Mad Pick

I've found that solid-color T-shirts are pretty unforgiving.

I typically wear patterned button-down shirts, usually dark blue in base color, and they hide the printing well.

Great tip!!!!

I never thought of patterned vs solid color. Makes perfect sense tho.

**mbpe912** · 10-22-2009, 11:17 PM

First off your arm will help hide it and people have no clue. They will just think it is your Iphone.

sixtofive · 10-23-2009, 09:21 AM

It's funny how paranoid you get about printing when you are trying to find what works for you. It's best to be as concealed and discreet as possible, but most people who aren't LEO or carry themselves are completely oblivious to what seems obvious to us. I'm not suggesting to let it hang out, but it's usually not as bad as you think either. I've been really happy with my super tuck as well, it's a fantastic iwb holster.

RUT · 10-24-2009, 09:19 AM

>>but most people who aren't LEO or carry themselves are completely oblivious to what seems obvious to us<<

This is so true. The average non-gun person just doesn't expect anyone to be carrying, and would most likely mistake a "bulge" for a cell phone or PDA.

Cremator75 · 10-24-2009, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by RUT

The average non-gun person just doesn't expect anyone to be carrying, and would most likely mistake a "bulge" for a cell phone or PDA.

PDA = Personal Defense Assistant

MagicMan · 10-25-2009, 05:49 PM

am i the only 1 that likes to carry for crossdraw?

crafter32034 · 10-25-2009, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by MagicMan

am i the only 1 that likes to carry for crossdraw?

YES

lol. I've thought of it, but not it's not for me.

10-22-2009, 04:15 PM	#1
theg33k XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 129	Just got my CrossBreed I've never CCed before but decided to once I got my XD9-sc. (Yes, I have my CWP) Picked up the crossbreed at the recommendation of a bunch of posters here and I have to say my first impressions are great. I was afraid it would be very uncomfortable but it's not at all. Anyways.. some concerns I have I tried holstering at several locations between 2:00 and 4:30 and you could still see the back of the slide printing on my (loose) t-shirt. I haven't tried adjusting the cant at all so hopefully that will help, suggestions are welcome. One thing I've noticed for anyone considering CCW is that if you're like me and buy pants that are essentially fitted (so you don't have to wear a belt to keep them up all day) you may need to go up a size. Also, my current belt is "OK" but I can definitely see the need for a real gun belt. I may go with CrossBreed for that also since the service was so great.. but I'm going to shop around a little also. Cheers, G33k
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10-22-2009, 05:26 PM	#2
NDB_MN XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Champlin, Minnesota Posts: 1,081	A loose T-shirt is going to work for concealment for some folks but not for others. It really depends on your body type. I find a t-shirt is a little too thin when I conceal strong-side IWB with anything bigger than an LCP. Polo shirts work better though. I typically adjust cant pretty far forward on my SuperTuck, as I find it aids in concealment. I also like to carry at 4-4:30 with it, and the extra cant just seems to work really nice from that position. I'm 6' 190lbs. __________________ Springfield Armory: XD Svc. .40 S&W, Trijicon Night Sights, Powder River Match Trigger, Don's Stainless Guide Rod 22# spring, XDm slide stop XDm 9mm, Springer Match Trigger, Hogue Hand-all Grip, Don's Stainless Guide Rod 16# spring And more from Beretta, Benelli, Kimber, Ruger, and Savage.
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10-22-2009, 09:40 PM	#3
Mad Pick XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Renton, WA Posts: 1,127	I've found that solid-color T-shirts are pretty unforgiving. I typically wear patterned button-down shirts, usually dark blue in base color, and they hide the printing well.
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10-22-2009, 11:17 PM	#5
mbpe912 XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tampa bay area Posts: 2,047	don't sweat it First off your arm will help hide it and people have no clue. They will just think it is your Iphone. __________________ "Don't know where to begin It's like my world's caving in And I tried but i can't control my fear Where do I go from here? I will swim in the deep Cuz You'll be next to me You're in the eye of the storm and the calm of the sea, You're never out of reach God You know where I've been You were there with me then You were faithful before You'll be faithful again I'm holding Your hand" Lyrics from the Band Mikeschair "Let the water rise"
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10-23-2009, 09:21 AM	#6
sixtofive XDTalk Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 55	It's funny how paranoid you get about printing when you are trying to find what works for you. It's best to be as concealed and discreet as possible, but most people who aren't LEO or carry themselves are completely oblivious to what seems obvious to us. I'm not suggesting to let it hang out, but it's usually not as bad as you think either. I've been really happy with my super tuck as well, it's a fantastic iwb holster. __________________ If you don't live for something, you'll die for nothing!
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10-24-2009, 09:19 AM	#7
RUT XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NH, USA Posts: 22	>>but most people who aren't LEO or carry themselves are completely oblivious to what seems obvious to us<< This is so true. The average non-gun person just doesn't expect anyone to be carrying, and would most likely mistake a "bulge" for a cell phone or PDA.
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10-25-2009, 05:49 PM	#9
MagicMan XDTalk Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: PA Posts: 39	am i the only 1 that likes to carry for crossdraw?
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