Large Frame CCW

[singlewedge]

I am considering an S & W M & P 40 Full Size 4.25" barrel for my primary carry. Can this be concealed IWB with a VM2 or similar.

The M & P has the same specs as a full size 1911.

If it is can persons post pics of the CCW so that I can make sure that it works. I will try out the 40c as well to see which is more comfortable.

This is my first post so pardon a Kentucky boy for butting in.

 

[blutch]

I have this same gun in 9mm. The frame is identical. I have a Crossbreed Supertuck holster for it and it conceals well. I am waiting for my CCW, but I have worn it around the house a bunch and sat in my car with it. (In the driveway) It conceals fine around 4-5:00.

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[NikatKimber]

The M&P is not exactly what I would have considered "large frame." But the M&P full size is in between the Glock 19 and 17. The M&P full size should easily be able to be concealed IWB with good concealment garments.

 

[bettingpython]

Same size as a 1911 = no problem. I carry a full size 1911 under a tshirt with a crossbreed supertuck or a Rafters leather IWB holster. I also conceal the same with an OWB holster under a long shirt or jacket untucked.

 

[upnover]

should not be a problem, with the right holster anyway. i can easily conceal my 5" 1911 in a UBG canute iwb holster.

 

[_CY_]

I'd love to be able CCW my full size Gold Cup 1911... concealing something that bulky would be a stretch on me.

for some a 1911 size pistol would disappear.

 

[cowboydoc]

It definitely can be done with the right holster, belt, and concealment clothing. I regularly carry a Beretta 92 IWB and have also carried a PX4 when clothing allows - neither of these are small guns. That being said, my work clothing requirements preclude a gun belt and untucked shirt most of the time, so I carry my S&W 642. Obviously, it is easier to conceal and carry a smaller gun.

 

[doctorjj]

I carry a SIG P229 SCT all the time with a Crossbreed supertuck. That is not a small gun.

 

[singlewedge]

Thanks guys. I'll look into the cross breed. Those that are wearing this with a 4.25" barrel do you need it to be more in the 4/5 position or can it be at the 3/4 position?

Since I am a smaller guy I would assume for me the 4/5. I am 6'0" about 160 pounds. Slight build, but I wear a lot of layers.

Thanks again.

 

[bettingpython]

I carry right at 3 o'clock on the strongside. With either my 5" or here 4.25"