I’ve carried a 44 Mag on my hip/chest since I started hunting back in 1991. (Alaska, NM, AZ)
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Archery hunting chest rig pistol
Currently carry a kimber 1911 45acp for my bino harness chest rig set up while archery hunting. (Razco) Curious on what others are running for a set up in the woods?!? (Go to caliber and pistol)
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Ex-competitive archer here, you don't have any concerns about catching a bowstring on your pistol if it's on your chest?
A friend of mine that archery hunts elk has on different trips carried a Kimber compact .45 or a a S&W M29 2.5 inch barrel .44 Mag.
He currently is carrying a Glock 10mm pistol (G20?) which he feels is a better choice. The .45acp is not powerful enough for grizzlys while the M29 snubby was hard to shoot with any accuracy. The 10mm Glock is powerful, carries a lot of rounds, and is controllable for accurate shots.
He currently is carrying a Glock 10mm pistol (G20?) which he feels is a better choice. The .45acp is not powerful enough for grizzlys while the M29 snubby was hard to shoot with any accuracy. The 10mm Glock is powerful, carries a lot of rounds, and is controllable for accurate shots.
I have yet to run into issues as I also practice with my bino chest rig. My holster hangs below my binos.Ex-competitive archer here, you don't have any concerns about catching a bowstring on your pistol if it's on your chest?
10mm has been on my mind for awhile! I had an opportunity at a sig hunter 10mm kryptek camo about 6 months ago and just didn’t pull the trigger. (No pun intended) Regretting it nowA friend of mine that archery hunts elk has on different trips carried a Kimber compact .45 or a a S&W M29 2.5 inch barrel .44 Mag.
He currently is carrying a Glock 10mm pistol (G20?) which he feels is a better choice. The .45acp is not powerful enough for grizzlys while the M29 snubby was hard to shoot with any accuracy. The 10mm Glock is powerful, carries a lot of rounds, and is controllable for accurate shots.
If one needs a back-up firearm while bow hunting....pass on the doubtful arrow placement & retire the "stick & string"
This idiotic statement doesn’t need a response but yet… here I am…If one needs a back-up firearm while bow hunting....pass on the doubtful arrow placement & retire the "stick & string"
I think it depends to some extent on where you hunt and what you anticipate you might be contending with. I have less than zero desire to start another tired debate about "what caliber for bears?" but where I live, 45 ACP would not be my choice due to its slow velocity and generally poor performance at penetrating tough hide. I'm typically carrying 10mm or .357 mag (with hot Underwood hardcast), and I'm generally looking for 700+ ft lbs of muzzle energy for a 'woods' load. In other locales, without an abundance of large predators, .45 ACP might be fine.
And I'm usually carrying in a Hill People Gear Kit Bag for backcountry hunting.
And I'm usually carrying in a Hill People Gear Kit Bag for backcountry hunting.
That's absurd.If one needs a back-up firearm while bow hunting....pass on the doubtful arrow placement & retire the "stick & string"
I guess the main points to consider in this discussion are firearm access, and ease in carry for any particular activity. While not a bow hunter, I have experience with different outdoors carry styles: My ballistic nylon Hill People chest harness easily swallows my 5-inch 1911, and doesn't interfere with carrying a pack. I also carry my 1911 in a vertical leather Galco shoulder holster for hiking or cc. El Paso leather makes a great Tanker holster for semiautos, and I use one that doubles to carry either my M11 A1 or P225 A1. The Alaskan Guide chest rig is very popular with both revolver and semi auto fans: I have one for my snubby 66, and one of their standard hip carry holsters for my 6-inch 686+. If you want a cross draw capable holster for a larger caliber revolver, the Bianchi Cyclone is a great choice. Although I have a tactical thigh holster rig left over from my previous life, it's not one I wear in the field; however, it might be an alternative for somebody sitting in a stand. Finally, I have a Blackhawk gun pack (fanny pack) that spent a lot of time outdoors carrying a P229 on the ground and in the air.
You missed the point completelyIf one needs a back-up firearm while bow hunting....pass on the doubtful arrow placement & retire the "stick & string"
How squared off are you to the target? I know shooting from tree stands and blinds can require you to compromise a perfect form a bit, and that could fix the clearance issues. But when I was competing and coaching, we had a strict no-necklaces rule because of the chances of a tangle ruining someone's day.I have yet to run into issues as I also practice with my bino chest rig. My holster hangs below my binos.
I think people are bringing guns for protection from grizzly black bears mt lions and bigfoot not necessarily on bad shot placementIf one needs a back-up firearm while bow hunting....pass on the doubtful arrow placement & retire the "stick & string"
44 mag s best over a 10mm or 45 acp, and carrying in a chest holster never made sense to me. 1) when you draw the muzzle is pointed at your torso, in a panic with a big bear charging God help you if you pull the trigger , the bear will be the least of your worries.
2) if you are surprised by a bear they tell you to lay flat and cove the back of your neck, well if you laying on your pistol then it's useless. If the bear is on top of you same outcome, pistol useles. At least if the gun is on your hip you have a chance to draw and shoot.just my thoughts.
2) if you are surprised by a bear they tell you to lay flat and cove the back of your neck, well if you laying on your pistol then it's useless. If the bear is on top of you same outcome, pistol useles. At least if the gun is on your hip you have a chance to draw and shoot.just my thoughts.
I don't think you have to muzzle yourself when drawing from a chest holster. But also, I honestly think I'd rather be shot than have to deal with an angry bear.44 mag s best over a 10mm or 45 acp, and carrying in a chest holster never made sense to me. 1) when you draw the muzzle is pointed at your torso, in a panic with a big bear charging God help you if you pull the trigger , the bear will be the least of your worries.
2) if you are surprised by a bear they tell you to lay flat and cove the back of your neck, well if you laying on your pistol then it's useless. If the bear is on top of you same outcome, pistol useles. At least if the gun is on your hip you have a chance to draw and shoot.just my thoughts.
My understanding is that present doctrine is to play dead when a bear gets up close and personal. I don't know if that's true or not. But regardless, I don't think pistol placement is going to make much of a difference if you're already getting ragdolled. You very well might end up on your side, and then your hip is blocked. If a bear is within contact distance, I really don't think you have much of a chance, regardless of where your gun is.
In general, the guidance is to fight back against black bears. They aren't looking for a fight, and this usually deters them.My understanding is that present doctrine is to play dead when a bear gets up close and personal. I don't know if that's true or not. But regardless, I don't think pistol placement is going to make much of a difference if you're already getting ragdolled. You very well might end up on your side, and then your hip is blocked. If a bear is within contact distance, I really don't think you have much of a chance, regardless of where your gun is.
With grizz, you want to play dead.
The main reason I carry in a chest holster is because I usually have a backpack on, with a waistbelt. I prefer not to have my gun holstered on a pack belt, in case I take the pack off for some reason, such as moving around to glass the terrain, dressing an animal, etc. - I want my pistol on my body at all times.
This makes perfect sense and I can't think of any other location where you'd be better suited.The main reason I carry in a chest holster is because I usually have a backpack on, with a waistbelt. I prefer not to have my gun holstered on a pack belt, in case I take the pack off for some reason, such as moving around to glass the terrain, dressing an animal, etc. - I want my pistol on my body at all times.
I prefer chest rigs myself. The gun is still handy while pinching a loaf, although that should scare off anything for miles.
IF,you would have stated your concern as to why you needed a back-up...... hunting deer, elk,lions,bears you would have gotten a simple factual answer.This idiotic statement doesn’t need a response but yet… here I am…
(Rumor has it, bears have left the BLUE STATES for the SAFETY & FREEDOM's of RED STATES).
NO,the OP has the option to ethically use said game animal as a "PIN" cushion since the 2 handed arrow slinging did NOT accomplish the task.You missed the point completely
NOW, one would expect a one handed operation to work better than the 2 handed debacle???
OR
Carry a longer sharper stick & use coarse language
OR
Have a PROFESSIONAL GUIDE to back up the debacle w/ a 375H&H or larger rifle caliber.
THOSE who ( haven't a CLUE ) have NEVER walked with or amongst BRUINS of any weight shape or form other than watching them on The Discovery Channel should NOT assume!!
Facts...not fiction..or mis/dis information.
Uhhh...................ok.IF,you would have stated your concern as to why you needed a back-up...... hunting deer, elk,lions,bears you would have gotten a simple factual answer.
(Rumor has it, bears have left the BLUE STATES for the SAFETY & FREEDOM's of RED STATES).
NO,the OP has the option to ethically use said game animal as a "PIN" cushion since the 2 handed arrow slinging did NOT accomplish the task.
NOW, one would expect a one handed operation to work better than the 2 handed debacle???
OR
Carry a longer sharper stick & use coarse language
OR
Have a PROFESSIONAL GUIDE to back up the debacle w/ a 375H&H or larger rifle caliber.
THOSE who ( haven't a CLUE ) have NEVER walked with or amongst BRUINS of any weight shape or form other than watching them on The Discovery Channel should NOT assume!!
Facts...not fiction..or mis/dis information.
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