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Originally Posted by Sarski
Yes, sir, I definately fall into the tactically inept category. But still I wonder then, why this individual (retired four years ago as a US Marshal) would elect to carry his CCW in this fashion. Is there a tactical advantage to it (versus holstered or in a fanny pack), or is it just not practical?
Please forgive my limited knowledge in these matters and understand that this is one of the reasons I am here (as a guest/asset) on PS.com.
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Don't know what motivates people. IMHO, it's laziness and could be attributed to so much more. Competency isn't something that is just taught and kept locked away. It comes from mastering the basics, and never ever settling for "good enough" or "I'm good enough to do whatever I want".
Being an adult has enough inherent responsibilities, being a gun owner and one that carries, well has much more.
To answer your earlier question, no matter the size of his hands, the coat can and most likely will snag and force the gun to malfunction. What person sets themselves up for failure in a gunfight or where there is a chance of injury or death defeats the purpose of having an incentive to defend yourself.
Your friend may just be over confident in his ability and needs to be retrained in my opinion. But, I don't know him and will reserve judgment.
There are a whole host of issues with the pocketed gun. The myriad of scenarios that come to mind are counter to why you carry in the first place. Now, there is a chance where a pocketed gun comes in handy. That is if the perpetrator has already got you at a disadvantage with a weapon. Even then, how many times have you or this friend trained by firing the same gun from the pocketed position? Not recommended, but still, how many times?
Say your friend is involved in a physical altercation, then what? The gun is tumbled in the pocket, the pocket can't be reached. Is your friend familiar with the art of Monkey Stomp? That gun is useless unless you can get it into the fight.
Untested methods are a recipe for disaster and luck favors the prepared. Too many variables, but there are only a few of many that offer a chance. Odds are gravely stacked in the other person's favor.
Best of luck.
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