Wheelchair Gun Holster

[Dillon Justice]

I've recently had foot surgery that has me wheelchair bound for the next several weeks. Not only has it given me an appreciation for the struggle that wheelchair bound people go through daily ( every day chores ) but I was going to go for a walk ( roll ) down my rural road when I realized that I had no place to conceal my pistol. I live in Florida and we have two seasons. Hot and hotter than hell. A shoulder holster would require two shirts or a shirt and a jacket. Also I wear shorts almost exclusively. ( if you had legs as pretty as mine, you would wear shorts also. ) It's too hot for either choices. I have a pouch that I attached to an arm of my chair and that did work, but not very efficiently. So I went to google and was shocked that I couldn't find anything other than a pouch. It has never crossed my mind that people in a wheelchair need some clever way to conceal a handgun that they can get to quickly. Surely this is an untapped market. I feel especially vulnerable in a wheelchair and would think that I'm not alone in that.

 

[GunnyGene]

I'm guessing you are looking for something that would attach to the chair, and meet your other requirements for concealment and presentation, and not look like a holster. I'm not aware of anything that will meet all those, but there might be a way to conceal a pistol that is held to a convenient spot on the chair with gun magnets, and covered with something that looks like it is merely a accessory on the chair and doesn't restrict access (perhaps involving velcro or snaps). That's about the best I can come up with, but maybe it will give you something to work with.

 

[Pat-inCO]

Ever think of a "fanny pack"? For someone that is two legged mobile is yells CC, but
for someone in a wheel chair, it is simply an easy way to carry things.

 

[woodsy]

Good idea about the fanny pack. When we spent two weeks in Yellowstone I carried my 6" GP100 in a larger fanny pack, in the front of my waist, whenever we were out in the boonies. Very easy access.

 

[Mobuck]

Years ago I set up a wheelchair bound guy with a holster attached to the inside of the chair side panel using double sided VELCRO to make the attachment straps. This allows a lot of adjustment and snug fit.

 

[WAYNO]

I understand not wanting to be overdressed. I'm hot most of the time, so additional layers don't help matters.

However... For concealment needs, I have found a work shirt, such as Dickies, with the sleeves cut off and worn untucked, makes concealment easy. A chest holster such as Guides Choice, worn to the side, is easily hidden with a 'cut' shirt, without cooking me.

I have mostly given up on fashion. The chicks don't much care how I dress anyway.

Another thing... Depending on what you carry, the breast pockets of a Dickies work shirt easily accommodates mouse guns such as the LCP.







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[Jeepnik]

How about something like a small chest pack. I believe Hill People have such things. Here that’s technically concealed. I don’t know about your state.

https://hillpeoplegear.com/Products/CategoryID/1

 

[pyth0n]

Fanny pack mentioned sounds good. Maybe a belly band set up (one loose shirt should cover it) or in the waistband appendix carry. Just a couple more ideas.

 

[BearBiologist]

I was restricted to a wheelchair for about 6 months and a walker for another six. Had an extra wide wheelchair and wore a Glock in an IWB. Still use the walker for distance and use an IWB or my thigh pocket on my cargo pants.

 

[Jeepnik]

You might also consider something like a FatBoy from Max Expedition.
https://www.maxpedition.com/products/fatboy-versipack?variant=39445017041

 

[Dillon Justice]

Ever think of a "fanny pack"? For someone that is two legged mobile is yells CC, but
for someone in a wheel chair, it is simply an easy way to carry things.

A fanny pack our a pouch either one is all that I can come up with also. I don't own a fanny pack but I can get one delivered from Amazon quickly' That's definitely a temporary solution.

 

[Dillon Justice]

Years ago I set up a wheelchair bound guy with a holster attached to the inside of the chair side panel using double sided VELCRO to make the attachment straps. This allows a lot of adjustment and snug fit.

This wheelchair doesn't have any side panels where I sit. It's electric and all the panels are underneath covering the motor and wheels. The seating area is literally a seat, a back and two arms that hinge upwards to allow scooting on and off the seat. The frame of the arms is 3/4 tubing and is the only exposed metal.

 

[Dillon Justice]

I understand not wanting to be overdressed. I'm hot most of the time, so additional layers don't help matters.

However... For concealment needs, I have found a work shirt, such as Dickies, with the sleeves cut off and worn untucked, makes concealment easy. A chest holster such as Guides Choice, worn to the side, is easily hidden with a 'cut' shirt, without cooking me.

I have mostly given up on fashion. The chicks don't much care how I dress anyway.

Another thing... Depending on what you carry, the breast pockets of a Dickies work shirt easily accommodates mouse guns such as the LCP.







.

I'm the most hot natured person that you've probably ever me. I'm an over the road trucker and I wear shorts and a t-shirt in the snow. Of course I'm only outside for a few minutes at a time. I'm the guy you see fueling at the pump in shorts when everyone else is bundled up like Eskimos. Two shirts is not an option for me unless the temp is at least in the lower 60"s. I'm going with the fanny pack for now. Thanks

 

[Dillon Justice]

How about something like a small chest pack. I believe Hill People have such things. Here that’s technically concealed. I don’t know about your state.

https://hillpeoplegear.com/Products/CategoryID/1

Wow I really like the chest pack. I could also carry a few other items like my phone and bug spray or water.

 

[Dillon Justice]

Fanny pack mentioned sounds good. Maybe a belly band set up (one loose shirt should cover it) or in the waistband appendix carry. Just a couple more ideas.

Actually I used a belly band nearly every day until the wheelchair.. Because I'm so hot natured, I wear it against my shin under one shirt. However any length of time outside and I'm soaking wet with a bellyband against my skin. I use the Bellyband from Alien Gear. I've tried several and it's the one I like best. I use a Sticky Holster and it works at any position.

 

[Dillon Justice]

I've recently had foot surgery that has me wheelchair bound for the next several weeks. Not only has it given me an appreciation for the struggle that wheelchair bound people go through daily ( every day chores ) but I was going to go for a walk ( roll ) down my rural road when I realized that I had no place to conceal my pistol. I live in Florida and we have two seasons. Hot and hotter than hell. A shoulder holster would require two shirts or a shirt and a jacket. Also I wear shorts almost exclusively. ( if you had legs as pretty as mine, you would wear shorts also. ) It's too hot for either choices. I have a pouch that I attached to an arm of my chair and that did work, but not very efficiently. So I went to google and was shocked that I couldn't find anything other than a pouch. It has never crossed my mind that people in a wheelchair need some clever way to conceal a handgun that they can get to quickly. Surely this is an untapped market. I feel especially vulnerable in a wheelchair and would think that I'm not alone in that.

So far the ideas that I've gotten from everyone has been great. Thanks to all. The two that I like best are the fanny pack or the chest pack. As Memorial Day is approaching lets honor our fallen Vets. Thanks to all our Vets. All gave some, some gave all.

 

[Dillon Justice]

You might also consider something like a FatBoy from Max Expedition.
https://www.maxpedition.com/products/fatboy-versipack?variant=39445017041

Looks interesting

 

[Slyk Willy]

A "Sneaky Pete" holster could attach to the outside of the side panel of the chair.

Covert Holsters

sneakypeteholsters.com

 

[Mobuck]

Considering these comments and the construction of your chair, I'd second the advice of some sort of fanny pack type holster. The primary reason is the bigger possibility of being 'unhorsed' during a confrontation if your chair doesn't have side panels. If your pea shooter is attached to your person, it's still accessible if you end up on the ground.

 

[nekvermont]

Considering these comments and the construction of your chair, I'd second the advice of some sort of fanny pack type holster. The primary reason is the bigger possibility of being 'unhorsed' during a confrontation if your chair doesn't have side panels. If your pea shooter is attached to your person, it's still accessible if you end up on the ground.

That is a very good point that I hadn't even thought of.