staticlag

What does it take to get a CHL permit? Usually?

Omicron

Varies from state to state and sometimes even city to city. At a minmum, it usually involves a background check and some sort of training/proof of competency, plus a fee to the issuer. Check http://www.packing.org/ for info on your state.

army_rx8

i just drive around in my full battle rattle no one tries to jack your car then

czr

iTrader: (3)

Just looking at thumbs, I thought it was a "cell phone holster" at first... lol.

David Wiggins

NICE job on the sidearm holster mod. I was looking for a way to mount ye olde blade tech holster under there but came up with nothing. I'll pick up an appropriate fobus tomorrow at lunch.

truemagellen

what is the probability this becomes a huge political thread...maybe it would be a good idea to clear out the extra responses after omicron's 'check your laws' post

then close up shop

Omicron

Odds=slim to none, because I'm keeping a close eye on this one. This is a DIY forum and thread. If people want to debate guns, they can take it to the lounge.

jenkins-crew

Amen!

azben

Omi, where did you get your information on "2 motions" and its legal etc. For Arizona, I am certain you may put a gun anywhere (including concealed) in your car as long as it is holstered, with or without a CCW. I believe Colorado is more liberal and allows a gun to be carried anywhere (even concealed) in a private vehicle (even without a holster as mentioned in AZ). However, your point is well taken that other states have varying laws.

Omicron

Because I used to be a cop in both states. While this 2 motion thing is not the direct law in either state, it is the standard that district attorneys in the counties that I worked have set for the law enforcement community for an arrest or citation. Anything more than 2 motions to access the weapon they will not prosecute. It was also pretty much observed state-wide in both cases.

It's also worth noting that weapons violations like this are not usually prosecuted unless there is some other charge, like DUI, etc.

jenkins-crew

I didn't know you were a cop...My wife has been a cop.

cjrx8

"The TSRA strongly encourages citizens to obtain a Texas Concealed Handgun License. The license allows for the concealed carry of a handgun on one's person and in one's vehicle. The Texas Department of Public Safety currently has reciprocity agreements with Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kentucky, Florida, Louisiana, Arizona, and Tennessee (OAK FLAT) and now Wyoming. Other states may also recognize the Texas license, including Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Utah, Vermont and Wyoming."

- http://www.tsra.com/traveling.htm

azben

interesting points omi, guess i'm on the otherside of the law, I'm an attorney, the two motion rule wouldn't hold up in court, but i'm not surprised a district attorney would over run the law, sad state of affairs

Omicron

Nope, it wouldn't, but DAs only want to take cases they think they can win.

AQA101

After watching Kill Bill once too often (see also -> avatar) I discussed mounting a samurai sword on the dash with my more technically skilled friends. Unfortunately we didn't come to a genuine concept, so the project is at rest.

I'd gladly appreciate any weapon mounting expert input.

PUR NRG

I can appreciate the stealth aspect--at least from a cursory examination outside the car. What about viewing through the passenger side? Seems like daylight or a surefire would make it visible.

From a tactical standpoint, is it really a good access point? Reaching under the wheel like that is pretty noticable to someone standing next to the door. It seems like mounting it on the door panel would provide a stealthier way to draw. 'Course you have to practice southpaw but you should be doing that already.

PS. That single screw looks like it allows the holster to pivot. I'd recommend using a couple pop rivets on either side to prevent that.
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Battousai

Sweet DYI, I'll keep it in mind for when I actually move to a country where defending yourself isn't a crime :D

Unfortunately we have nothing close to CHL or CCW in Canada, well at least not as easy to obtain.

IIRC you can get a permit to carry if you transport large sums of cash or jewlery etc.

Photic

Right after reading your comment, I had a vision of using the large center console that runs down the middle of the car (silver plastic portion), If it's not too small of an area for the sword. I'm sure it would be expensive, to add some sort of push release cabinet type thing for a sword. Kinda like robocops leg heh heh.

AQA101

Interesting.

MyRxBad

iTrader: (1)

Just curious as to what's going to happen in case of an accident?
It's bad enough when your knees hit the panels and bruise up, but I wouldn't want to be shooting myself in the process. Just something to think about when positioning the holster for this type of "shoot..." I mean do it yourself thead

jenkins-crew

I think 20% tint would take care of outside viewing.....

PUR NRG

I'm curious how you think an impact on a holstered pistol is going to make it discharge when the hammer's cocked and safety is on.
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jenkins-crew

uhhh, that's pretty impossible holstered, cocked or not......

Gyro

Good point.
And to add to that.....

A pistol's manual safety (if so equppied) is designed to prohibit a round discharge from a trigger pull. A double action trigger pull is typically 8-12 lbs from a trigger that has very little mass. A gun in a car during a collision would not cause a trigger pull.

The gun manufacturers did however think of the scenario of outside trauma to the pistol causing a round discharge on a chambered and cocked weapon;



Most modern pistols have a "firing pin block". This is a safety feature that prevents a negligent discharge from a firearm during impact or mishandling (like dropping it down a flight of stairs). It is impossible for the gun to fired unless the trigger is pulled. Even a cocked hammer will fall short before striking the firing pin if hit with a sledgehammer.

jenkins-crew

and there it is, sorry I was lazy....