Handgun carry options with pack and bino harness

[338 win mag]

Looking for ideas on carrying a pistol in the backcountry. I've currently been using a conventional holster attached to the molle webbing on my packs hip belt which is ok, but I hate leaving my pistol everywhere I drop my pack. I'd prefer an on body option if possible. I'm aware several bino harnesses accept a holster underneath but I'm not wild about how the handgun is oriented (seems like you're always muzzle flagging your hunting partner). I'm also aware of some of the stand alone chest holsters that may coincide with a bino harness. Curious to see what other options I may be missing

 

[MTLabrador]

Gunfighters Inc Kenai is the best solution I have found. Unless you’re carrying a Sig 320 (which is a separate issue) it’s perfectly safe, and is always on your chest when you drop your pack and take your binos off. The main reason I want a pistol handy is for being bent over quartering an elk in grizzly country, and having your pistol attached to your pack and your rifle leaning on a tree doesn’t do you any good in that scenario. It doesn’t interfere with pack straps or binos at all. This is a 4” S&W .44 mag, not a small gun to pack and it’s very out of the way.

 

[INMT]

Gunfighters Inc Kenai is the best solution I have found. Unless you’re carrying an Sig 320 (which is a separate issue) it’s perfectly safe, and is always on your chest when you drop your pack and take your binos off. The main reason I want a pistol handy is for being bent over quartering an elk in grizzly country, and having your pistol attached to your pack and your rifle leaning on a tree doesn’t do you any good in that scenario. It doesn’t interfere with pack straps or binos at all. This is a 4” S&W .44 mag, not a small gun to pack and it’s very out of the way.

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That looks slick. I’m going to look into them.

 

[El Jason]

That looks slick. I’m going to look into them.

They are nice.

 

[Hammsolo]

I have an Alaska Guide Creations with a vertically mounted holster. On the website it shows it on the bottom, but it easily mounted pointing down on my left side. The only draw back on is belly crawling with your pistol trip ok the dirt is a bad thing. It holds my Spartan bipod super handy too.

 

[El Jason]

Unless you’re carrying a Sig 320

That’s a whole ‘nother thread…

 

[MTLabrador]

That’s a whole ‘nother thread…

 

[338 win mag]

Gunfighters Inc Kenai is the best solution I have found. Unless you’re carrying a Sig 320 (which is a separate issue) it’s perfectly safe, and is always on your chest when you drop your pack and take your binos off. The main reason I want a pistol handy is for being bent over quartering an elk in grizzly country, and having your pistol attached to your pack and your rifle leaning on a tree doesn’t do you any good in that scenario. It doesn’t interfere with pack straps or binos at all. This is a 4” S&W .44 mag, not a small gun to pack and it’s very out of the way.

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I like that idea, muzzle pointed in a safe direction and you're right about the 320. I wondered if that setup would still be comfortable being a harness over a harness

 

[MTLabrador]

I like that idea, muzzle pointed in a safe direction and you're right about the 320. I wondered if that setup would still be comfortable being a harness over a harness

It’s very comfortable for me under my binos. I would rather have that than the weight dangling below your binos.

 

[kodiakisland]

For a small handgun like a 4 inch FA97, I use something like this IWB clip on for when I drop the pack but want to carry away from it. I can clip it where ever I want it.

Single Action IWB Holster

Discover the perfect blend of tradition and modern convenience with the Single Action IWB Holster. Designed for single action revolvers, this inside-the-waistband holster offers secure, discreet carry with a hand-molded fit for all-day comfort and quick access. Carry with style and confidence.

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