Clip draws just scare me. There is nothing keeping the trigger from firing the weapon.

 

Yeah I installed one a while ago and promptly took it off for a safer (and more comfortable) rig, just my preference to not have any chances of the gun going off. Plus, the gun is so slim anyways that a proper carry rig is hardly noticeable even under a t-shirt.

 

Solid points.

My belt rides directly across the trigger guard opening to create a nice barrier, I'm not too concerned about something wedging into the small opening that's left. Combined with the long trigger pull I'm comfortable with this setup. If this had a SIG trigger it would be another story entirely.

 

just don't thinl it's a good idea. each to their own, enjoy it.

 

Interesting concept, but don't think i could get comfortable with it either. While the belt may cover one side of the trigger, the other side is open to your shirt/body - lots of opportunity in my eyes for something bad to happen. Imagine slipping and falling down a couple of stairs!

 

My concern is that activity would leverage it, work it up, and slide it off the belt. It's not a stretch to anticipate a dropped gun. Embarrassing at minimum. I don't want to have to think that much about my CW while carrying.

 

Clip draws just scare me. There is nothing keeping the trigger from firing the weapon.

+1 same here..... just not safe enough for ME.

 

I don't know about the unversal clip people but other clips have adamently instructed to ony use it carried with unchambered round beause of the unprotected trigger.

 

Very interesting thread. I'll be honest here I was just expecting some positive feedback on my clipdraw installation and to move on with my day. What I received however was a very honest discussion voicing concerns of the possibly unconsidered dangers with this method of carry that made me stop and think through to make sure this was indeed the best way for me to do it.

I am now a more informed and hopefully a more responsible gun owner. Thank you all for your honest replies to this thread!

 

I use the ClipDraw for a KT P3AT on my LCP, and I've rigged a homemade behind-the-trigger block for the gun that totally prevents rearward movement of the trigger (I've pulled on the trigger with both trigger fingers on the trigger when my homemade block was in place and gotten exactly zero rearward movement). The device pops out in an instant on the draw with pressure from the trigger finger.

Got the idea from the Saf-T-Blok device (Google it) I've used in my Glocks for years. My homemade device works perfectly, but I obviously can't vouch for the safety of any imitations made by anyone else, so I'll refrain from explaining what I did (which took me under a minute to build from scraps that I found in my office).

 

Thanks for the info Erich!

I saw a similar product for Glocks on the Clipdraw website but hadn't considered fabricating my own for the LCP. http://www.clipdraw.com/store/index.php?rn=396&action=show_detail

Great idea!

 

I have been using the kt clip on mu lcp for a couple months now. I have been carrying it without one chambered yet. I haven't pulled the trigger even close enough to fire if it was chambered though. I do want to build a trigger block though just for piece of mind.

 

In my opinion, if you have to worry about the trigger moving enough that you build trigger blocks, it's not worth the effort.

 

In my opinion, if you have to worry about the trigger moving enough that you build trigger blocks, it's not worth the effort.

+1. Further modifying the gun just to do the same thing a holster does very well already... I have to question that as well.

 

Doesn't sound like we have to worry about a backorder of clipdraws caused by the members of this forum.

 

When I work I have my pockets already full and constantly showing ppl my belt (im a Leathersmith) so any iwb holster that sticks up above the waste would be seen. Also ankle holster is out of the question since i wear shorts all summer. So that left the kt clip. Any other ideas would be good

sorry for highjacking the thread.

 

When I work I have my pockets already full and constantly showing ppl my belt (im a Leathersmith) so any iwb holster that sticks up above the waste would be seen. Also ankle holster is out of the question since i wear shorts all summer. So that left the kt clip. Any other ideas would be good

sorry for highjacking the thread.

A wallet hoslter might be a good idea for you.

 

I second the wallet holster. I've used my Uncle George's in many settings and no one had a clue.

 

have tried holster like that but my pockets are just too full. I sell my work at art shows and have my cash checks and credit card reciepts on my along with my personal wallet phone keys and whatever tool I'm using at the moment.
Far too often someone has thief cashbox stolen and there is always someone waiting after the shows looking for an easy target, usually a jeweler.
I have tried to pull the trigger through the jeans,as if I had bumped into something, and it was not at all easy to pull it all the way. Doesn't mean it isn't possible under perfect circumstances.
So after I have wasted everyones time with all that, I just don't have any other idea that keeps it hidden below the belt line and out of the pockets.

 

My primary type of carry is front pocket. I'm only comfortable with a holster, and one that covers the entire trigger guard.

 

I originally bought my LCP with the hope of installing a clip draw for use when I'm jogging. Now that I have it, though, I think it may be safer for me to just get a slim IWB holster. I don't like the idea of having the open trigger when I'm moving around so much, and I'm not sure how sweat will mix with any adhesives.

 

My concern is that activity would leverage it, work it up, and slide it off the belt. It's not a stretch to anticipate a dropped gun. Embarrassing at minimum. I don't want to have to think that much about my CW while carrying.

I've tried these things on other guns and that's what I like least. I found myself by necessity constantly checking to see if it was working its way out. A very suspicious looking movement, especially to anyone who is gun-conscious. Not good, but as you say, better than it falling out.

 

I use the clip that was originally designed for the Kel Tec. It requires you to remove the back pin on the frame and install a screw to hold the clip on. I have had NO problems with it. With the trigger pull on a LCP I doubt very seriously that you could accidentally fire the gun.

 

Beltontj: If your pockets are that full how about a SmartCarry?

 

TO: Tolip I have a feeling that the smart carry would flop a lot for exercise and IWB holsters also suck. I have thought about carrying in a belly band and loosely rapping a plastic bag around the the LCP with some rubber bands around the grip to hold the bag in place. Just grab and shoot through the bag, this should give plenty of room for the action to cycle and give the LCP a good sweat barrier. a Peace of a plastic grocery bag should do just fine. This should keep the pistol close to your body with no flop and fully hidden from view. The belly band can be washed with your laundry which makes for easy care. I fully understand the sweat issue It is bad here in Tennessee too. The belly band is a very secure method of carry when you have to do a lot of of moving around, the elastic band will stay put and bend with you. Just pull shirt up with weak hand and grab gun with strong hand. Can carry extra mags, a lock blade knife, ID, small light or cell phone. They slim your profile so you can hide a lot more that you could other wise not do. Having to carry a gun all the time can be a real pain in the back side doesn't it.