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Best Concealed Carry Methods

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So, just how do you hide your weapon? Bear in mind: Allowing your weapon to be seen is called "brandishing", and depending on your area, is most likely prohibited. When you carry a concealed weapon, you have to make sure you take all safety measures so that you can easily conceal your weapon without risking it being seen. There are several means to carry a concealed weapon. Exactly how you hide your weapon is up to you and will be based on a number of elements, such as clothing, environment, work circumstance, simplicity of access, etc. Conventional Belt Holster Conventional Belt Holsters are amongst the most extensively advised approaches of concealing your concealed weapon . Inside-the-pants holsters, external holsters, shoulder holsters and small of the back holsters are all suggested at different times. Pros ·          Easy ·          Functional ·     ...

Concealed Carrying Firearms? - Choose Your Holsters Well!

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The Illinois State Police Department issues Concealed Carry Licenses for arms. The licenses are given to candidates above 21 years of age after passing 16-hour training. Open carrying of guns is prohibited in the Law. After getting the License, it is necessary that you choose a suitable gun. Concealed Carry is not allowed in public transportation or at any place which is within a certain distance from the sale of alcohol. The first thing to do after procuring your license must be getting hold of a holster. There are many types of holsters available in the markets such as 1. Belt Holsters- this is usually attached to the belt or it uses paddles which make it very accessible.  2. Inside the Waistbands (IWB) Holsters- this is the best concealer of all. It holds the gun closer to your body and hence disarming becomes difficult. However, this requires extreme caution while re-holstering. A little extra force on the trigger and you might end up shooting yourself.  3. Ou...

How to Choose a Concealed Carry Holster for Illinois Concealed Carry Licensees

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Choosing the right holster for concealed carry is important for people in any state, but what about the laws in Illinois? Are there specifics that you need to be aware of when you carry concealed, whether as a resident or non-resident, in Illinois? First and foremost, it is necessary to understand the Illinois law that pertains to both residents and non-residents carrying concealed . Non-residents may NOT carry a concealed gun on their person without an Illinois License to Carry. There is an allowance for non-residents who are licensed to carry in their home state, but that allowance only gives them permission to keep a loaded gun in their car. Therefore, non-residents without an Illinois License to Carry have no reason for a holster while in the Land of Lincoln. Second is the issue of "printing" and what "concealed" means. In some states, if the gun is detectable under your clothing due to the "imprint" it makes through your clothing, you have c...

Taking an Online Concealed Carry Class

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In order to obtain your Virginia concealed carry permit or license, you may have to prove competence with a handgun and/or take a firearms safety or training course. Specific requirements will depend on your state, but the majority of states require that you take a class of some kind. This could be anything from 15 or more hour classroom and range training course to a couple of hours learning your state's laws. More recently, though, you may have the option to complete your training requirements from the comfort of your own home - online. At present, only Virginia offers such an option, but it could very well extend into other states before long, particularly those with lower legal requirements when it comes to training or showing that you know how to use your firearm. To get online concealed carry training , you must find a company who has a website offering the class. Simply sign up, usually paying by credit card or PayPal, and you will be granted access to the tr...