Gun mounts?
10-07-16, 08:04 AM
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Gun mounts?
Looking at my IS this morning and seeing where you mount holsters? The center console seems awkward and isn't really big enough for the weapons I daily carry unless I take a micro pistol (not a fan...wife's anyway).
My ideas:
-Buy a nylon holster, use velcro and mount it on the transmission tunnel. This would be optimal for quick access and since my dominate hand is my right.
-Looking at the door panel, I could mount something there on the inside and out of the way, but at that point it looks about as accessible as the trunk.
Looking forward to seeing what everyone else is doing. Thanks.
My ideas:
-Buy a nylon holster, use velcro and mount it on the transmission tunnel. This would be optimal for quick access and since my dominate hand is my right.
-Looking at the door panel, I could mount something there on the inside and out of the way, but at that point it looks about as accessible as the trunk.
Looking forward to seeing what everyone else is doing. Thanks.
10-07-16, 11:14 AM
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10-07-16, 12:36 PM
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I think the door pocket would be a little cumbersome and hard to draw your firearm if needed in a pinch. I like the trans tunnel idea. You can almost chamber a round as soon as its a few inches above all in one flowing motion. Especially defending yourself from an attack on the the drivers side.
10-07-16, 01:09 PM
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It's nice to see a fellow member whom exercises his 2nd amendment rights. Since the IS is a smaller platform it indeed makes carrying a firearm challenging. One way that you could alleviate issues is incorporate a seat-mounted holster system. These devices are available online and possibly at your LGS. I'm unfamiliar with how they are attached exactly, but it seems like the solution you are seeking. I'm sure a simple Google search would bring up results from many online stores that carry these specific holsters. From my understanding, the holster basically "hangs" from the front seat cushion and would be directly between your legs. All you would need to do is reach towards the front of your seat to draw your weapon. Hopefully, this helps out!
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I think the door pocket would be a little cumbersome and hard to draw your firearm if needed in a pinch. I like the trans tunnel idea. You can almost chamber a round as soon as its a few inches above all in one flowing motion. Especially defending yourself from an attack on the the drivers side.
I don't worry about chambering a round. The only time any of my weapons isn't ready to rock is during cleaning.
10-07-16, 01:47 PM
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It's nice to see a fellow member whom exercises his 2nd amendment rights. Since the IS is a smaller platform it indeed makes carrying a firearm challenging. One way that you could alleviate issues is incorporate a seat-mounted holster system. These devices are available online and possibly at your LGS. I'm unfamiliar with how they are attached exactly, but it seems like the solution you are seeking. I'm sure a simple Google search would bring up results from many online stores that carry these specific holsters. From my understanding, the holster basically "hangs" from the front seat cushion and would be directly between your legs. All you would need to do is reach towards the front of your seat to draw your weapon. Hopefully, this helps out!
Looked at this:
https://www.seatcarry.com
I will let you guys know what I come up with.
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10-07-16, 09:26 PM
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I have been working on this myself, but I think I have found something that will work. On the front bottom of the driver's seat there is a plastic cover that covers the front and sides. This will be the mounting point. Next the holster, this might sound crazy but I found a AR 15 mag pouch that works perfect. It is a 5.11 tactical brand "single" mag pouch. The pouch uses straps with snaps that can be adjusted to fit multiple size mounts. I have a full size FNS-9mm that fits the pouch perfectly. Installation is simple, unsnap straps, slip straps between plastic cover and leather seat cushion. Slide straps down behind cover, then re-snap straps. The pouch can be slid from one side or the other for right or left hand use. I just got my pouch today, so I will take some pic's after install.