Shoulder holster

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I have tried shoulder holsters, but for me - it is simply quicker, easier and more comfortable to carry a necker. For those that may (arguably) say that a shoulder holster distributes the weight better, even a largish knife doesn't bother me around my neck after wearing it for 10 minutes.

Examples of some of the knives that I have carried as a necker:

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TC said:
Not currently, but this one from Böker is still on my radar (~$100).

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I haven't seen that one. It looks to be much heavier duty. You could probably carry a much heavier knife with it. Mine is very lightweight and the Spyderco jumpmaster 2 in also very light. You can hardly tell you're carrying anything, also very comfortable.
 
I made the one below about 20 years ago (recent pictures). I designed it to be versatile to accommodate a variety of items. It's fully adjustable, including being able to adjust the angle of what I'm carrying.

I originally made it to carry concealed fixed-blades back when I didn't care so much about knife laws. But that has changed.

These days I use it to carry a Cold Steel Ti-Lite 6 (pictured). My only form of transportation are motorcycles, and I always wear a jacket when I ride, so whatever I carry is completely concealed. But during warm weather I switch to back pocket carry so I can take off my jacket without looking weird.

I like the shoulder rig because I can sit down in a restaurant booth, etc, without anything in my back pocket (knife) getting jammed between me and the seat (the Ti-Lite 6 is 7" closed).

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I haven't seen that one. It looks to be much heavier duty. You could probably carry a much heavier knife with it. Mine is very lightweight and the Spyderco jumpmaster 2 in also very light. You can hardly tell you're carrying anything, also very comfortable.
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Supposed to be paired with the Applegate/Fairbairn dagger Böker makes. Thinking that some other knives I like to carry could be adapted to it as well. What I've actually used on a trial basis in the past is an extremely simple 550 paracord rig. Intuitively, though I've seen the same concept posted elsewhere later (it's not rocket science!). Two shoulder loops and a bit to attach the knife sheath to.
 
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I carry my Glock in a shoulder harness, but the thought of carrying a blade in a shoulder harness or around my neck just doesn't appeal to me.
 
It might be worthwhile to consider - now that pockets in shirts have become unpopular - especially t-shirts.
Before the ani-smoking tsunami hit, pockets were almost a given.
Sadly - they no longer are.
 
killgar said:
I made the one below about 20 years ago (recent pictures). I designed it to be versatile to accommodate a variety of items. It's fully adjustable, including being able to adjust the angle of what I'm carrying.

I originally made it to carry concealed fixed-blades back when I didn't care so much about knife laws. But that has changed.

These days I use it to carry a Cold Steel Ti-Lite 6 (pictured). My only form of transportation are motorcycles, and I always wear a jacket when I ride, so whatever I carry is completely concealed. But during warm weather I switch to back pocket carry so I can take off my jacket without looking weird.

I like the shoulder rig because I can sit down in a restaurant booth, etc, without anything in my back pocket (knife) getting jammed between me and the seat (the Ti-Lite 6 is 7" closed).

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Nice belt sheath also!
 
Chefget said:
Nice belt sheath also!
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Thanks 😁 .

Bicycle innertube. A million and one uses.

Holds the knife securely, but a good firm yank pulls it free. Of course you gotta use the right size tube for the particular knife, and have the right belt.

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I use to always carry my guns in a shoulder harness but my jurisdiction just removed them from its "approved" list.

I assume because stupid people caused ADs when drawing their guns from their shoulder rigs. So, I started using IWB/abdominal holsters for concealed carry instead, which has it's own risks but is actually more concealable (and allows for use when its hot out) than a shoulder rig.

This frees up the use of a shoulder holder for a knife (which I think "looks" cool) but I still prefer pocket carry for folders or belt carry for fixed blades.
 
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Hal said:
It might be worthwhile to consider - now that pockets in shirts have become unpopular - especially t-shirts.
Before the ani-smoking tsunami hit, pockets were almost a given.
Sadly - they no longer are.
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Yep, that's why I rarely buy t-shirts anymore online.
 
sgt1372 said:
I use to always carry my guns in a shoulder harness but my jurisdiction just removed them from its "approved" list.

I assume because stupid people caused ADs when drawing their guns from their shoulder rigs. So, I started using IWB/abdominal holsters for concealed carry instead, which has it's own risks but is actually more concealable and allows for use when its hot out than a shoulder rig.

This frees up the use of a shoulder holder for a knife (which I think "looks" cool) but I still prefer pocket carry for folders or belt carry for fixed blades.
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I'm hardheaded and don't care what stupid people do. I do what I want to do.
 
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I originally made it to carry concealed fixed-blades back when I didn't care so much about knife laws. But that has changed.
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Because the laws of your jurisdiction changed, or your thoughts on the codified irrational fears of others changed? (Not trying to bust your balls, genuinely curious.)

I’m with Robert, I do what I think is right, regardless of others’ irrational fears. If you were like that, then changed your mind, I’m interested to know why (if you care to discuss it).

Parker
 
catspa said:
Because the laws of your jurisdiction changed, or your thoughts on the codified irrational fears of others changed? (Not trying to bust your balls, genuinely curious.)

I’m with Robert, I do what I think is right, regardless of others’ irrational fears. If you were like that, then changed your mind, I’m interested to know why (if you care to discuss it).

Parker
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I carried a fixed-blade concealed because I didn't want it to be visible. It had nothing to do with other peoples fears, and it wasn't any kind of protest against stupid laws.

The law didn't change, I just weighed the risk versus the benefit of carrying a concealed fixed-blade. In my state carrying a concealed fixed-blade will be charged as a felony. And although the risk of getting caught may be very low, it can happen.

So instead I started carrying a fixed-blade openly. And I did so for many years with no trouble, and no risk of criminal charges. If I cared about the irrational fears of others, I wouldn't have openly carried a fixed-blade.

If you get convicted of a felony, even a knife-related felony, you can kiss your right to own a gun goodbye FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE. And the government is VERY serious about that. Those rights NEVER come back. They will actually come to your home, search it, and confiscate all guns registered in your name.

And that's not even counting jail time, thousands of dollars in fines, and all of the other consequences of being a convicted felon.

That's a hell of a gamble to take just to spite a stupid law. People might get away with breaking the law, but if they get caught, and convicted of a felony, they will pay dearly.
 
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I tried that with a 1911 20 yrs ago and didn't like it.
I carry a folder clipped in rh Levi pocket and a 3' fixed on belt crossdraw. No problem at all.
Shoulder carry seems like a cop wanna-be. Don't mean to offend, just my opinion. So much trouble when completely unnecessary.
 
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Shoulder carry seems like a cop wanna-be. Don't mean to offend, just my opinion. So much trouble when completely unnecessary.
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Why do you think that? Most cops carry their firearm on their belts. I don't see any trouble in carrying in a shoulder harness and I've been carrying like that for many years. Maybe you just had a cheap setup?
 
killgar said:
I carried a fixed-blade concealed because I didn't want it to be visible. It had nothing to do with other peoples fears, and it wasn't any kind of protest against stupid laws.

The law didn't change, I just weighed the risk versus the benefit of carrying a concealed fixed-blade. In my state carrying a concealed fixed-blade will be charged as a felony. And although the risk of getting caught may be very low, it can happen.

So instead I started carrying a fixed-blade openly. And I did so for many years with no trouble, and no risk of criminal charges. If I cared about the irrational fears of others, I wouldn't have openly carried a fixed-blade.

If you get convicted of a felony, even a knife-related felony, you can kiss your right to own a gun goodbye FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE. And the government is VERY serious about that. Those rights NEVER come back. They will actually come to your home, search it, and confiscate all guns registered in your name.

And that's not even counting jail time, thousands of dollars in fines, and all of the other consequences of being a convicted felon.

That's a hell of a gamble to take just to spite a stupid law. People might get away with breaking the law, but if they get caught, and convicted of a felony, they will pay dearly.
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Yeah, Texas had some stupid laws. Having a CHL that is now called an LTC, I had more options than people without one. I'm glad that our politicians finally pulled their heads out.
But there are ways around those laws, even in Chicago and places like that.
 
Killgar, thanks for the explanation. I understand, makes sense. The probability of a felony charge is low, but the consequences are high.

Parker
 
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