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thejoe · 05-26-2007, 09:27 AM

Guys and gals,
I need a bit of advice. I've worked on my strongside draw for a while now and my time is fairly consistent... Not good, but consistent. Given that I have poor shoulder mobility, I'm considering a switch to cross draw (all from concealment, by the way). I want your input on if you've tried this and if it's worked well for you. Also, what have you heard others say about cross draw from concealment? The switch would be to make my draw less obvious to a BG since, right now, I have to notably lean to the left to draw smoothly. (I'm right handed). So, any input you can provide would be much appreciated.

joe

**Ed Ely** · 05-26-2007, 01:37 PM

Joe, the best way to answer your question
is for you to give it a try yourself.

Just move your strongside holster on around
to your 10:00 - 11:00 position, granted it will
not cant correctly, but it should give you a
good indication. If it works, then you can invest
into a good canted cross draw holster.

Personally, I do CCW cross draw on occasion and
it works for me. Another advantage gained from
cross draw, it positions your weapon for accessibility
when you are seated in a driving postion.

Ed

thejoe · 05-26-2007, 08:42 PM

Thanks for that little bit of advice. I will try it out ASAP and compare times and such.

joe

Myk9noseknows · 05-26-2007, 10:31 PM

I actually prefer the Cross Draw when CCW. I feel I get better control and a more natural movement in the shoulder. The only problem with carrying cross draw is when driving in the car. But then again, most CCW is a little uncomfortable in a car.

Some will argue that the cross draw takes longer to unholster, given the long extension of the elbow back across your body, then trying to acquire your sights and target. However, if it's comfortable and easier for you, then it obviously a better choice than a strong side carry.

If you try it and like it, keep practicing and make sure you clothes conceal well. I actually feel better concealed while carrying cross draw style for some reason.

AbNo · 06-02-2007, 02:50 AM

I don't CC my W (errr.... yeah...) yet, but I'm thinking cross-draw is what I will do.

Especially since I pistol-fire as a South-paw...

ArmyGuy45 · 06-02-2007, 03:06 AM

being a south paw.. there isnt much we can do on a carry..

AbNo · 06-04-2007, 02:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArmyGuy45

being a south paw.. there isnt much we can do on a carry..

Well, I have seen a few reversable holsters, and I may go that route...

ArmyGuy45 · 06-04-2007, 02:32 AM

true.. but what would you do when you get in a car?..take it off and put it to the other side?
i dunno.. i have been thinking.. that i should put a mount in the center console so when im in the car.. i put it in a holster in there.. and when i leave the car i put it back on me.. i dunno.. its that to much?

AbNo · 06-04-2007, 02:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArmyGuy45

true.. but what would you do when you get in a car?..take it off and put it to the other side?
i dunno.. i have been thinking.. that i should put a mount in the center console so when im in the car.. i put it in a holster in there.. and when i leave the car i put it back on me.. i dunno.. its that to much?

Nah.

I've been meaning to get around to putting a mounting bracket in my Cherokee for a CB radio an ex-buddy of mine "donated" to me after he got terminally stupid (or at least, almost terminally for me).

A holster bracket/mounted holster wouldn't be a problem at all. Then again, I spent two hours last week putting a spiral of copper tubing in a box fan, instead of just buying an air conditioner... As soon as I get the water pump hooked up, it should be great.

As for the holster mount, find a hollow point (heh) in your center console, put a couple of screws in (or get REALLY fancy and add backing plates to distribute the load), stretch some material across, slip a holster on it, and bingo!

And actually, a small piece of web-belt might work well for this project. Maybe see if you can get one from depot, if you have one where you are at, or your supply depot/readiness center's throw-away bins.

Failing that, find a buddy that goes off-roading (happens ever out there), and see if he has any cargo straps or anything, maybe a broken piece, since you'll be cutting it up . Those recovery straps can be quite useful, even after they break.

Salilus · 06-07-2007, 05:41 AM

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05-26-2007, 09:27 AM	#1
thejoe XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Moscow, ID. Posts: 661	Cross Draw Guys and gals, I need a bit of advice. I've worked on my strongside draw for a while now and my time is fairly consistent... Not good, but consistent. Given that I have poor shoulder mobility, I'm considering a switch to cross draw (all from concealment, by the way). I want your input on if you've tried this and if it's worked well for you. Also, what have you heard others say about cross draw from concealment? The switch would be to make my draw less obvious to a BG since, right now, I have to notably lean to the left to draw smoothly. (I'm right handed). So, any input you can provide would be much appreciated. joe __________________ SA XD-40 Service S&W SW9VE Kel-Tec P3AT Walther P22 Norinco SKS

05-26-2007, 08:42 PM	#3
thejoe XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Moscow, ID. Posts: 661	Thanks for that little bit of advice. I will try it out ASAP and compare times and such. joe __________________ SA XD-40 Service S&W SW9VE Kel-Tec P3AT Walther P22 Norinco SKS

06-02-2007, 02:50 AM	#5
AbNo XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Shenandoah Valley, VA Posts: 355	I don't CC my W (errr.... yeah...) yet, but I'm thinking cross-draw is what I will do. Especially since I pistol-fire as a South-paw... __________________ Why do police need guns? To protect themselves from criminals. Why do civilians need guns? Same answer.

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05-26-2007, 01:37 PM	#2
Ed Ely XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: 37.65N -84.76W (Elev. 932 ft) Posts: 7,485 Blog Entries: 1	Joe, the best way to answer your question is for you to give it a try yourself. Just move your strongside holster on around to your 10:00 - 11:00 position, granted it will not cant correctly, but it should give you a good indication. If it works, then you can invest into a good canted cross draw holster. Personally, I do CCW cross draw on occasion and it works for me. Another advantage gained from cross draw, it positions your weapon for accessibility when you are seated in a driving postion. Ed

05-26-2007, 10:31 PM	#4
Myk9noseknows XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 1,745	I actually prefer the Cross Draw when CCW. I feel I get better control and a more natural movement in the shoulder. The only problem with carrying cross draw is when driving in the car. But then again, most CCW is a little uncomfortable in a car. Some will argue that the cross draw takes longer to unholster, given the long extension of the elbow back across your body, then trying to acquire your sights and target. However, if it's comfortable and easier for you, then it obviously a better choice than a strong side carry. If you try it and like it, keep practicing and make sure you clothes conceal well. I actually feel better concealed while carrying cross draw style for some reason.