concealed carry during summer and winter - seasonal adjustments for ccw
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Wear Loose Clothing
● Loose or baggy clothing keeps cool
● Your firearm is easy to conceal
● Your clothing will fit the season; no need to wear conspicuous clothing like coats to conceal your gun
Use an IWB Holster
● Easy to conceal in summer clothing● Holster and gun are protected from the
elements● A neoprene IWB holster is optimal to remain in
top condition after inclement weather.
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Use a Smaller Handgun
● Summer dress should not keep you from carrying
● Smaller guns are easier to conceal with summer attire
● Modern self-defense ammo makes a smaller firearm suitable for almost all situations
Vehicle Storage
● Sometimes leaving your gun in the car will be necessary
● Leave your gun out of direct sunlight
● The trunk, center console, or glove box all work as long as they are well ventilated
Maintenance
● Routine maintenance is a must
● Heavy humidity and/or water quickly causes rust
● Monthly maintenance is suggested, for all parts, including the magazines
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Clothing
● Simply wear standard winter clothing, it will conceal your weapon easily
● Keep presence of mind so if you go indoors you still maintain concealment
● An IWB is still best so you can still remove layers without revealing your gun
Gloves
● If you are one of the few who choose not to wear gloves practice shooting with cold, dry hands
● Balance warmth and slimness when looking for gloves to fit your gun’s trigger guard
● Gloves should adhere to the gun, you don’t want slipping
Use a Larger Handgun
● Just like yourself an assailant will likely have several layers of clothing
● A small gun that would work during the summer may fail to stop an attacker during winter months
● If you choose to have one gun serve year around try to find a happy medium between size and power
Jacket
● Consider wearing a jacket without a hood; it will impair your peripheral vision and reduce awareness
● Some people choose to wear an OWB holster for easier access
● More info on Winter CCWhttp://aliengearholsters.com/blog/wearing-concealed-carry-holsters-during-cold-weather/
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