righteousbarbarian
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Hello,
For reasons that would need their own thread to explain, I'm interested in carrying a concealed firearm. I use a wheelchair so there will be some extra considerations in trying to find the right strategy. First, I have yet to choose a weapon, but I've been looking at the following guns. They all happen to be revolvers, but it doesn't have to be that way. If I found a reasonably priced (under $600), rock solid dependable semi-auto with the right dimensions and stopping power, I'd be willing to look in that direction too.
Taurus 617 .357mag 2" Blue
Ruger GP100 .357 Mag 3" Satin Stainless, Fixed Sights (KGPF-331)
Smith & Wesson 686P .357 Mag 2", 7 round
S&W M386SCS 163169 357 2.5 SC BLK
Secondly, I'm guessing since i'm in a sitting position with wheelchair wheels to either side of my hips, traditional belt and pocket holsters are not ideal. They could cause irritation or just poorly conceal my firearm. I'm a bit overweight too, so that may also make waist or pocket carrying more difficult while sitting down.
I'm sure there are ways around this. I have a couple of ideas to throw around already. One is that some of the disadvantages of ankle holsters don't apply to me. Since I don't use my legs to walk, weight of the weapon of chaffing is not really an issue. Secondly, I have a convenient little black bag beneath the front of the seat of my wheelchair that is probably big enough to hol a small firearm. the disadvantage of that is that i would have to unzip it, and that ads another step. Finally, I have a prosthetic lower-right leg much like this one (I know, I'm a wreck lol!). I think this may provide some unique concealment space with the right setup, but it may take some custom work.
I'm sorry this is such a long and complex post. I'm excited to hear your thoughts though. Thanks in advance.
For reasons that would need their own thread to explain, I'm interested in carrying a concealed firearm. I use a wheelchair so there will be some extra considerations in trying to find the right strategy. First, I have yet to choose a weapon, but I've been looking at the following guns. They all happen to be revolvers, but it doesn't have to be that way. If I found a reasonably priced (under $600), rock solid dependable semi-auto with the right dimensions and stopping power, I'd be willing to look in that direction too.
Taurus 617 .357mag 2" Blue
Ruger GP100 .357 Mag 3" Satin Stainless, Fixed Sights (KGPF-331)
Smith & Wesson 686P .357 Mag 2", 7 round
S&W M386SCS 163169 357 2.5 SC BLK
Secondly, I'm guessing since i'm in a sitting position with wheelchair wheels to either side of my hips, traditional belt and pocket holsters are not ideal. They could cause irritation or just poorly conceal my firearm. I'm a bit overweight too, so that may also make waist or pocket carrying more difficult while sitting down.
I'm sure there are ways around this. I have a couple of ideas to throw around already. One is that some of the disadvantages of ankle holsters don't apply to me. Since I don't use my legs to walk, weight of the weapon of chaffing is not really an issue. Secondly, I have a convenient little black bag beneath the front of the seat of my wheelchair that is probably big enough to hol a small firearm. the disadvantage of that is that i would have to unzip it, and that ads another step. Finally, I have a prosthetic lower-right leg much like this one (I know, I'm a wreck lol!). I think this may provide some unique concealment space with the right setup, but it may take some custom work.
I'm sorry this is such a long and complex post. I'm excited to hear your thoughts though. Thanks in advance.