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jrb78 · 03-11-2008, 11:14 PM

I know this is kind of overkill, but does anyone have any suggestions on how to conceal a XD .45ACP Tactical? The only way I can figure out right now would be a sholder holster. Thanks for any input!

Trevor45ACP · 03-11-2008, 11:18 PM

I have the same problem. I could not find a way that I was comfortable with. Shoulder holster could be a good option though, but just not for me. I tried a IWB which, is a uncomfortable waste of money with that size pistol. Good luck.

Gorillaman · 03-11-2008, 11:40 PM

First off, I'm 6-5 bout 280

I have the Tac and I carry it. No holster, in the pants waist about 3:30 with a lot of cant, The grip is at about 45 degrees up from horizontal. I can sit and stand no problem carrying this way.
And I have a spare mag in the back pocket 26+1

The Knight Of Light · 03-11-2008, 11:50 PM

Most of the concealed carry people actually carry a light, small framed handgun.

I carry a Kahr P45. It is bigger than most I have seen as carry guns go.

Somethin' to think about.

**Houseboat** · 03-12-2008, 07:58 AM

Not a problem to carry the Tac. Model.I carry a 5 in 45 everyday. Our holsters feature an ajustable cant,and ride very low to the Belt Line.If you would like to try one out and you decide it is not for you simply send it back Leather Holsters for Springfield XD, Glock, 1911, M&P, Beretta, Ruger, Sig, Taurus, Kahr, Thank you Larry

pleasantguywhopacksAXD · 03-12-2008, 08:27 AM

It's all in the holsters cant/angle and the clothes you wear. Yes you can carry the tac. BTW where are you in Ohio?

ichy_trigger · 03-12-2008, 08:58 AM

You may find after sometime that the gun is too much of a burden to CCW, I know I moved away from a Sig229 for the same reason. I now carry an alloy frame 1911 with a 4" barrel.

**Mad Geek** · 03-12-2008, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by jrb78

I know this is kind of overkill, but does anyone have any suggestions on how to conceal a XD .45ACP Tactical? The only way I can figure out right now would be a sholder holster. Thanks for any input!

A shoulder rig would probably work better than IWB, but when I have a choice of something smaller than my Tactical, I opt for that. I have a .45 Tactical for a range gun that I CAN carry IWB, I just don't very often because it's so big. I bought a .45 Compact for carry and can switch to a .40 Sub Compact when I want/need to. Concealed means concealed and a Tactical is just more mass to be concerned about printing and more weight to deal with. I don't like having my belt cinched as tight as I need to just to keep the holster where I want it with the Tactical, to say nothing of my pants.

As far as a good holster for IWB CCW, I like the Comp-Tac Minotaur I use. It keeps things where I expect to find them. The Crossbreed Super-Tuck is similar in design and seems to be well liked. If you have no other choice than the Tactical, look into a GOOD shoulder rig I suppose, or get used to having to pull your pants up all the time.

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I have the Tac and I carry it. No holster, in the pants waist about 3:30 with a lot of cant,...

All I can say to that is "Wow!"

pleasantguywhopacksAXD · 03-12-2008, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mad Geek

A shoulder rig would probably work better than IWB, but when I have a choice of something smaller than my Tactical, I opt for that. I have a .45 Tactical for a range gun that I CAN carry IWB, I just don't very often because it's so big. I bought a .45 Compact for carry and can switch to a .40 Sub Compact when I want/need to. Concealed means concealed and a Tactical is just more mass to be concerned about printing and more weight to deal with. I don't like having my belt cinched as tight as I need to just to keep the holster where I want it with the Tactical, to say nothing of my pants.

As far as a good holster for IWB CCW, I like the Comp-Tac Minotaur I use. It keeps things where I expect to find them. The Crossbreed Super-Tuck is similar in design and seems to be well liked. If you have no other choice than the Tactical, look into a GOOD shoulder rig I suppose, or get used to having to pull your pants up all the time.

All I can say to that is "Wow!"

I use the Minotaur also. I love mine.

If a proper gun belt is used, not a wally world special, you won't have to pull up your pants.

ksxddriver · 03-12-2008, 12:30 PM

You are able to use the gun you have if you choose to make the investment and time to purchase a good reliable, adjustable holster. I have a 45 tactical xd, and got a crossbreed deluxe and I can adjust depth of ride of the gun and cant, and I can put all xd's in the same holster! You also must realize that in most states (all the ones I know of) require a concealed carry gun is mandated to be inside a holster to be used by the concealed carry law. If you have a gun just packed inside your pants, you just broke the law, even if you have a valid concealed permit! Know your state law to the letter, it will save you! You may spend some extra $ trying different holsters till you find to be very comfortable, and conceal you gun, go hunting for it, then use it. Good Luck!

03-11-2008, 11:14 PM	#1
jrb78 XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 9	Conceal Carry .45ACP Tactical I know this is kind of overkill, but does anyone have any suggestions on how to conceal a XD .45ACP Tactical? The only way I can figure out right now would be a sholder holster. Thanks for any input! __________________ XD Tacticle 45 ACP Bushmaster AR-15 (M4 Style) Savage 10FP .308

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The Knight Of Light XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Omaha, Nebraska(sublocated at a Sandy location far, far away) Posts: 8,874 Blog Entries: 13	Most of the concealed carry people actually carry a light, small framed handgun. I carry a Kahr P45. It is bigger than most I have seen as carry guns go. Somethin' to think about. __________________ No Matter Where You Go, There You Are. USPSA #L3077 What a great number!!! http://theknightoflight.blogspot.com/ Creator of TOP 'O' THE PAGE!!! Moose Fight

03-12-2008, 07:58 AM	#5
Houseboat XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tennessee Posts: 771	Not a problem to carry the Tac. Model.I carry a 5 in 45 everyday. Our holsters feature an ajustable cant,and ride very low to the Belt Line.If you would like to try one out and you decide it is not for you simply send it back Leather Holsters for Springfield XD, Glock, 1911, M&P, Beretta, Ruger, Sig, Taurus, Kahr, Thank you Larry __________________ www.gun-works.com www.tennesseeholstercompany.com Gun-Works.com is wholly owned subsidiary of Tennessee Holster Company, LLC Quality Leather Holsters for your XDs

03-12-2008, 08:27 AM	#6
pleasantguywhopacksAXD XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Blanchester, Ohio Posts: 384	It's all in the holsters cant/angle and the clothes you wear. Yes you can carry the tac. BTW where are you in Ohio? __________________ Member OFCC, Life Member NRA ʞɔns sʞɔolƃ WARNING: The FDA requires all those using glocks that side effects may include: A rose colored appearance of your surroundings. Voices telling them they are invincible. A uncontrolable urge to smash, poke, prod, wet,salt, bury and drop from low flying aircraft said glock, then need to brag uncontrollably.

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03-11-2008, 11:18 PM	#2
Trevor45ACP XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 6	I have the same problem. I could not find a way that I was comfortable with. Shoulder holster could be a good option though, but just not for me. I tried a IWB which, is a uncomfortable waste of money with that size pistol. Good luck.

03-11-2008, 11:40 PM	#3
Gorillaman XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 392	First off, I'm 6-5 bout 280 I have the Tac and I carry it. No holster, in the pants waist about 3:30 with a lot of cant, The grip is at about 45 degrees up from horizontal. I can sit and stand no problem carrying this way. And I have a spare mag in the back pocket 26+1

03-12-2008, 12:30 PM	#10
ksxddriver XDTalk Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Just moved to Georgia Posts: 70	You are able to use the gun you have if you choose to make the investment and time to purchase a good reliable, adjustable holster. I have a 45 tactical xd, and got a crossbreed deluxe and I can adjust depth of ride of the gun and cant, and I can put all xd's in the same holster! You also must realize that in most states (all the ones I know of) require a concealed carry gun is mandated to be inside a holster to be used by the concealed carry law. If you have a gun just packed inside your pants, you just broke the law, even if you have a valid concealed permit! Know your state law to the letter, it will save you! You may spend some extra $ trying different holsters till you find to be very comfortable, and conceal you gun, go hunting for it, then use it. Good Luck!

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