Cross Draw Carry 1 Month Update!...Bangin' or BUST? Dangerous?

[@snoopywl8880]

As someone stuck in a wheelchair cross draw carry is awesome. It's the only way to conceal comfortably on your person. Most wheelchair users carry off body because appendix is to uncomfortable and strong side is to hard to get to with a wheel and armrest in the way.

[@DanTheWolfman]

What is your carry?

[@snoopywl8880]

@@DanTheWolfman I carry a p365 xmacro or a Springfield xdm 10mm 3.8 depending on if I'm in the city or outdoors fishing/hunting.

[@DanTheWolfman]

@snoopywl8880 cool cheers was just curious. I did cross draw first day he posted a month ago but think I only would on long car trips

[@oubliette862]

try flipping the gun around butt forward strong side, you may be able to get at it better and not be uncomfortable, but let's face it, carrying a gun is a pain no matter what the circumstance.

[@joeybennett5120]

I've been preaching the benefits of cross-draw for almost a decade since I started carrying guns. I LOVE cross-draw! ❤️

[@jeffanon1772]

Crossdraw presents one's handgun in THE perfect angle for an attacker to snatch it and shoot the wearer...which is why no L.E. Agency has carried crossdraw for around 50 years... The only sensible time to wear crossdraw is when seated in a vehicle...

[@gregoryjewell5875]

I've had people TRY to grab my firearm from crossdraw. To me, it easier to defend with my offhand, and stilldraw with my gun hand. And that's from practical experience. Not conjecture.

[@danieldravot4534]

I have been carrying cross draw since forever. I learned from a Lieutenant on the Williamsburg Police Dept. It has many advantages. It is no harder to hide than a strong side holster. A shirt of some kind will do nicely. A Hawaiian shirt in the summer works well. They are generally not tucked in and are a bit large. Any shirt just a pinch on the large side will also do nicely the rest of the year. Next. If you are injured and really have to you can get your pistol with your weak hand you can. Try that with your strong side holster. You can discreetly have your pistol discreetly in your hand under your shirt ( you are not brandishing ) before anyone knows it is out of the holster. Go for you strong side holster gun and the neon sign on your chest flashes "going for gun, going for gun" You can have it out cross draw under your shirt and no one knows. Try getting a strong side gun out in a car or a restaurant booth quickly or discreetly. I can slide my dross draw out under the table very discreetly. In a car which way to probably want to point your gun?? If you want to protect your gun from getting snatched all you have to do is put your left arm over it and hold on to your belt. Your strong arm is now free to slug the miscreant. Virginia had a " restaurant ban" for years. You could not carry concealed on anywhere with an on premises liquor licence. I could put my left arm over the butt of my 1911 and walk into a nice restaurant with out frightening the patrons. So there are a LOT of advantages. when you think about it .On a personal note I like a cross draw holster that is a bit more verticle than yours so you do not flag quite as bad behind it also tucks the butt in closer.

[@Gumby56]

Not new for this old, retired LEO. I've been carrying crossdraw since 1980, yes it works and for a multitude of reasons.

[@redneckmini14]

I agree with all the points you made. I typically carry cross draw on the farm because it doesn't interfere with the seat belt on the lawn mower.

[@HVSJR-n5q]

I’ve thought about a cross draw the reason is nerve damage in one hand and arthritis in the other. But I will not die without a fight. I’m old now and a target but I will never be defenseless. Favorite motto” Not for lack of ammunition”.

[@drr301]

That front bump! Maybe, “You are just happy to see them” 😂😂😂

[@grassblade63]

Love me some cross draw. I often carry my 5 1/2" Colt single action cross draw in a Bob Mernickle holster, and even a hogleg like this hides away surprisingly well, if you wanted to conceal, which I don't usually. Here's a few reasons I like cross draw: 1 - It's super fast to draw when seated in my truck vs. strong side. 2 - It doesn't interfere with fastening my seatbelt. 3 - I can draw left handed if I need to, and can draw leftie on my Harley, with my right hand still on the throttle and fire left handed (granted, I rarely need to do that, but still). 4 - It looks cool!

[@jakmarlin8233]

Cops used to carry cross draw back in the day. Especially plain clothes LEO's. It's very efficient drawing from a seated position like a car. Police got away from cross draw because in a scuffle, the bad guy could grab your gun easier. But as a civilian, we don't have that concern. I wish more holster makers offered a cross draw option.

[@AshGreen359]

With strong side carry, it's easier for someone behind you to grab your gun. I think that's worse

[@jeffanon1772]

I would suggest that anyone who isn't planning on scuffling when being attacked isn't being completely realistic... Anyone can be surprised & attacked before they realize it...& crossdraw presents one's handgun at THE perfect angle for an attacker to grab it & shoot the wearer...

[@elsuperpollo2273]

I mainly see Birmingham PD and Tuscaloosa PD here in Alabama use cross carry thier Tasers

[@jamieblacksmith6935]

I have been carrying cross draw since I started carrying 30 years ago. I have rarely met some one else that carry’s that way. It’s good to see a holster maker making them again. I am going to order a few of those myself. I used to work at a very popular gun store here in Washington state and old timers would note that it was an old style that fell out of use. Now I am an old timer lol!

[@averynerdyperson9709]

Glad someone's putting videos out in support of cross draw. Back when I first did my CCW license, while I was waiting (way too long) for it to arrive, I was working through my tactics and "problems" with carrying so that once I could carry, I would be ready (beyond just the stupid little class I had to take for the license). I carried around my house (so pretty much all day since I work from home) and dry fired pretty much every carry position out there. I realized that at least for my body type, cross draw was the was the most concealable, comfortable, and I could carry a full size handgun with WML, red-dot and suppressor height sights, with essentially no printing. And even with the bit of printing I had, when I asked my cop buddy if he could spot it, he couldn't (and couldn't believe I managed to conceal a full sized semi in jeans and a light T-shirt). Granted, I do IWB, which makes the lighter clothing a bit easier to work with. Everyone I talked to said cross draw was unsafe, bad tactics, etc.; but I did daily dry fire and draw & move exercises on video (which I would then review to spot issues) to work through those issues until now I just naturally draw safely and efficiently. I took a force on force/simunition class a few years back, and at first the instructions thought I was nuts for cross drawing, but after watching for a few minutes realized I had it down pat more than most other people in the class who were carrying appendix or strong side (because I actually practiced). That's not to say they couldn't find ways to put me in situations where cross draw put me at a disadvantage (just like they put people doing appendix or strong side in situations that caused problems for them too)... There were certainly problems I hadn't previously considered I later had to work through. But even with fixing those problems the solution wasn't to change carry position, I just made adjustments to my EDC technique to give myself options if one of those situations came up.

[@markthe2nd741]

I've carried cross draw for about a year now and I really like it. It's way more comfortable and I'm faster on the draw. I think most people would like it if they'd give it a try. I agree with Yankee's assessment 100%.

[@robertallen8841]

Started cross-draw several years ago for comfort. When driving for hours it’s so easy yet so efficient. A J-frame cross-draw IWB just past the pocket is so comfortable. Clears the hip too. Only the grip is there to grab and it rides nicely just above the belt.

[@danielortiz7124]

I love cross draw. Glad to see more holster makers giving us options.

[@haganrossi3351]

Carried a Colt Detective Special in cross draw during the time I was assigned to the Provost Marshal at Ft Bragg. Had forgotten those days until your video. Texas days now, just ordered cross draw holster, many advantages. Biggest one for me is that I can draw with either hand. Thanks for the video.

[@CJRoberts8812]

Hi Yankee. I just gave this video it's 1000th like.😃 I'd like to make a suggestion, if I could. When you draw crossdraw, instead of drawing and swinging towards your target, draw the gun to your center chest. This way, you can meet it with your off hand and push the gun straight towards the target. Even if you don't use the off hand for support, it still gives you a better presentation. When I draw from my strongside, (I carry open and strongside) I still bring the gun center chest first. If you practice this, then whichever type carry you use, the presentation is the same.

[@genesmith6512]

I've carried cross draw for years. For years my bad hips made it painful to carry IWB strong side, so i started cross draw. I love it! Found a serpa holster for my S&W 442 but had to make a cross draw holster for my M&P9c.

[@rodscrivner7132]

Cross Draw has worked great for me for decades. Great video Yankee..I hope it catches on..

[@davidhilliard1350]

During my military career, I usually carried in a shoulder holster. After that, I tried other options and found cross-draw very comfortable. From a J Frame to a 4 inch N Frame, cross draw is easy to live with.

[@freddyfox5002]

What kind of soldier were you? As infantry I cannot imagine a shoulder holster being viable with a frag vest, and combat vest. I would barely be able to draw it with that on. We used a thigh holster.

[@davidhilliard1350]

@@freddyfox5002 I was definitely not infantry. We had to be much more discreet than that.

[@WhoWouldWantThisName]

@@freddyfox5002 There was a time when they switched from on the belt, strong side, to the shoulder holster in, pretty much all branches. I think it started with aviators though. This was before body armor became a common thing like it is today. Plate carriers are worn by everyone now but even in the early 2000s this wasn't yet the case. Officers and those issued pistols used to have shoulder holsters and on the belt holsters available. I don't know how much of a choice you had but both were done. Fast forward to the modern plate carriers and a lot of guys chose to use a holster mounted to their Molle on the front in a sort of variation on the shoulder holster or cross draw by strapping it to their chest. Again I think this started with aviators but in vehicles of any sort, or just having lots of gear on your war belt or bottom of your vest, this allows much easier and reliable access. I've seen lots of SpecOps guys opt for this method too.

[@thetexasrat]

I have been cross draw carrying for close to four years now and definitely prefer it over strong side and especially over ISWB. Even if it is open carried people from behind can not grab it and shove you forward at the same time. But I will have to say at first the holster held the pistol tight, but over time the handgun can fall out if I bend over far enough, or take to running. So a retention strap would be a smart thing. Any way revolvers do not have the same issues that semi-autos have with the damn thing just begging to go off with the slightest of pressure on the trigger so it is inherently more safer cross draw than any semi-auto will ever be strong-side carry or any where else for that matter.

[@rezlogan4787]

I just prefer a more vertical orientation on crossdraw. When walking, it naturally lies flat and conceals better. When seated, it can be tipped horizontally. Of course a 7.5” barrel does change things.

[@PedroBrando]

The cross draw provides the fastest access, whether standing or seated. Door frames come in standard sizes.

[@tcup3946]

I have carried revolver crossdraw for decades. Not in a ccw aspect but open carry. I live very rural. More for predators of the feral variety. I find it more comfortable.

[@codygrayson3676]

I’m a practical man. I’ve been carrying for about a year… after looking for the most practical carry option I had decided cross draw… it’s been that way since I started carrying… people really sleep on the carry style

[@Jleitte]

This is the second time watching this video. I just received my three slots outside the belt holster, and this solves my carrying methods. As a retired LEO, I found this to be much better than appendix or strong side carry.

[@farmtex5768]

I’ve carried cross draw for 30 years, for all the reasons you stated, and it makes the weapon available to either hand.

[@gregoryjewell5875]

I've been carrying crossdraw for 40 years. Ive never had a problem with it. I don't like the horizontal position of that particular holster. I make my own mostly. Making it a few degrees more vertical helps alot. But other than that, I've never found a valid reason NOT to carry crossdraw. It also has the added benefit of being easier if you ever do have to draw "weak hand". Welcome to the crossdraw crowd!

[@Pharto_Stinkus]

I've never tried x-draw with a larger gun, but I love x-draw in the summer when I carry my Ruger LCP max.

[@SandyLabradoru812]

Great when working detective division and prisoner transport. Wore a pancake holster with j-frame at 1530 position for years on the job. Never hung up or had any issues at all. Also wore cross as situation dictated or compensating for back/hip injuries. I always carry outside the waistband as well. I find inside just too uncomfortable period !

[@sigp227sasedc9]

2 1/2 to 3 inch is hit the spot I like it!!!

[@carloparisi9945]

Thanks for the demo. Everybody keeps repeating that crossdraw flags everybody around and it's just not true, It's nice to see the point demonstrated on camera.

[@TheJennflip]

I carry crossdraw but prefer a more vertical holster-- more concealable and all around better I think...

[@joshuamccasland8180]

Have you messed around with shoulder holsters? Love the cross draw holster, it gives you that Wild West quick draw appeal.

[@michigunsanta8680]

Only cross draw I’ve ever done was a driving on long trips cross draw holster for a Bond arms derringer, it’s great for a carjacking senarios, except having to cock the hammer quick but it’s extremely safe and very comfortable driving with it sitting horizontal out side the belt easily accessible in the cross draw position. And you ain’t accidentally cocking the hammer and pulling that super heavy trigger. 👍🏻

[@heyoldtime8969]

I carry cross draw a lot of the times. My biggest fear is the firearm falling out of the holster when bending over so all my holsters have a strap to prevent that. I generally carry a LG revolver and I cover with a vest. Works well.

[@zanelittlegray]

"It's [i.e., the objection to cross-draw] usually coming from the appendix-carry people." I think that this is a clear case of coincidental correlation - NOT causation. There's nothing inherently special or different in appendix carry that would cause those people to have any more problem with cross-draw than any other type of pistol-wearer might have. The probable reason for there being more appendix carriers objecting is simply because appendix is far & away the most popular - hence most common - way of carrying; hence the larger numbers of appendix-carriers objecting. Having said this, I'll probably switch to shoulder & cross-draw carries, as appendix is less comfortable when sitting, and when in combination with a "beer belly", lol.

[@I_Love_Quokkas]

Also seems to be a good option for those that like carrying a backup gun. Small revolver tucked away like that could be completely out of sight and mind while your bigger gun could be strong side.

[@ryanrawlins]

Now in need a cross draw for my J-frame. That Python is one sharp looking wheelie!

[@gregoryjewell5875]

Many are available. But I find that even just using a right-hand holster , worn on the left works well.

[@ShadamAran]

It's a dead classy look to me. reminds me of how samurai carried their swords, and it somehow screams cowboy at the same time lol

[@billpark8988]

Much better than appendix carry. Comfortable and not pointing at something very near and dear to me.

[@wilderwyoming]

Good case discussion, Yankee. Impressive job.

[@AshGreen359]

If you appendix carry, even if you don't have a twig and berries, the muzzle blast is going to make a mess there anyway

[@roguenine9LU]

Yankee carrying Walker Texas Ranger style! Cross draw was actually how I wanted to carry before I started carrying, but I've settled into a mix of IWB and OWB strong side. The 1791 Holster I use for OWB carry with my PSA Dagger is supposed to be usable for cross dray but I think it sits a little too horizontal. About the only other way I carry is my grandfather's air weight J Frame in one of the Smart Carry holsters when I'm going somewhere like a wedding or funeral that I'll want to be able to tuck my shirt in.

[@jeffreyjacobson1185]

Sounds perfect for a two and three quarter inch Ruger Security Six put that alongside a Ruger lcrx 357 in my right front pocket and I believe we're halfway there good advice I didn't like the 4:00 position because it printed too much

[@joelhunter984]

Cross draw is the BEST way to carry and I can give you many more reasons to carry Crossdraw than any other way. And that’s from a retired lawman and SWAT guy. I carry crossdraw forever

[@danaoneal1]

I’ve been carrying IWB cross draw for a couple of years now. Another plus, should I have to get my gun out with my the hand on the same side, I can turn my hand and access it. Not so much on the same side as my draw hand.

[@whelper4231]

I do find it easier to draw weak handed from cross draw like you said, just a flip of the wrist.

[@ryanfletcher317]

I had not considered that before. interesting! ty

[@fiddsj45]

I can't imagine being comfortable enough with a IWB holster anywhere BUT cross draw for more than 5 min, especially while driving. I just have a simple synthetic right handed holster with a strong metal clip and carry it IWB cross draw. Even my Taurus G2C is so comfortable in it I often forget it's even there, even sitting down and getting up.

[@joe1940]

Crossdraw was very popular during the 1800s. Look at old pictures of Civil War calvary or cowboys on the frontier and a lot of them are carrying this way. Just because something is "old timey" doesn't mean it's outdated.

[@AshGreen359]

A more vertical orientation and you can draw with either hand

[@bluesoverlord]

I got one each for the Python and the Anaconda after seeing your video. I like that they made it more horizontal than some other manufactures. I got a strap for the Anaconda, big boy that he is. The leather weight they used is perfect too. Some makers use leather that never seems to break in.

[@chrisbonnett6783]

I like the cross-draw. Side carry snags on things in the woods.

[@tk423b]

I just started today with my regular holster and am loving it.

[@apaiva788]

I always iwb cross deaw and love it...most comfortable way in my opinion other than open carry

[@AshGreen359]

Me too

[@JESSEverything]

I want to carry 2 guns at the same time. I'm looking into carrying one of those along with either my strong side IWB or with my chest holster (one my favorite holsters but impractical for many situations).

[@paulbervid1610]

When i was a prosecutor i had a case where the local dope dealer Weed Hopper was shot in Colostomy bag. Not a good sight. Cross draw is a more fluid movement with less steps.

[@DanielESmith-iz7lx]

I love this guy. So what if he just figured this out. All points well explained. My reasons exactly. And thanks for the Paul shout outs.

[@TheYankeeMarshal]

I learn…just not quickly.

[@politicalsheepdog]

Cross Draw would be ideal while driving.

[@andrewpinheiro7202]

Definitely looks way more comfortable and accessible while sitting down.

[@oubliette862]

I like to carry mine butt forward strong side draw. even with my gun at the back I keep butt forward orientation. If I have to, I can draw faster that way and it's easier to get at in a car with either hand. one other benefit is my cover shirts don't keep getting holes from a gun hammer. I only carry guns with a hammer. my tactics are directly formed around the weapon I'm using and my physical ability and build. my cavalry twist draw isn't limited to revolvers, I carry an automatic. I'm no cowboy and I don't ride horses, to be clear. I don't use a holster, I put the slide between my belt and jeans with the muzzle in my watch pocket. been carrying that way for 25 years without any issues.

[@gunmonkey6545]

Thanks for the update because I have been strongly considering going cross draw. Comment on flagging others; it’s a revolver, not a hair trigger.

[@AppalachianRancher]

Which holster is the best to use if you're attacked by an acorn?

[@livincincy4498]

You noted you can carry a 4” in this position. That is a big deal for cartridges getting to a velocity that will enable expansion.

[@SuperAriel35]

Yankee i love it when put on your wheel gun . Iam a big wheel guy fanboy . 😆

[@mindcaptive]

Just a quick question, how difficult is it to reach into your pocket u der the gun? Generally i carry coins and some edc things there.

[@petesheppard1709]

It's good to have options! As a FUDD! 😎 who pocket carries, I certainly won't speak ill of your choice, especially since you have thought it through for your personal situation.

[@williamthomas3620]

Biggest advantage for me is access when driving with seatbelt. Lesser as passenger.

[@Kq4hcuDan]

I appendix carried my 92fs for years and i started cross drawing. I actually perfer cross draw then appendix now. At least im open minded.

[@donaldwood7968]

I figure the best chance for my needing to draw is when I am sitting in our pickup. crossdraw allows me to reach without hitting my arm on the seat so that is the way I go.

[@hillbillyscholar8126]

All holsters have their pros and cons. To each his own.

[@BirdDogey1]

I love crossdraw.

[@johnwilde164]

How about that holster type/brand of holster with your .357 S&W J-frame? With the smaller J-frame grip that would be really concealable.

[@Life_Is_Torture0000]

I do cross draw, but only when I'm carrying my longsword.😊

[@davidgrunewald7194]

left some remnents from a fryer chicken for our T&R Kitties last night but the werepossums came & carried away the remains disapointing the kitties, damn those werepossums!

[@daddykevin13]

I have the retention strap model for my S&W 686+ and my only criticism is the strap is not a thumb break. I find it annoying. Two motions, the first to unsnap the strap and then draw. I would rather be able to palm the grip and break free with just a thumb. Just my two cents.

[@NoGoodVeryBadAmerican]

I think I'd give it a shot if it had more rearward cant. That way I feel like if I had my hand on the grip I could squat on the draw and get a cleaner release and get the muzzle to clear the holster faster

[@chrisrogers6131]

“Birds nest”😂😂😂

[@agentbullwinkle991]

Paul Harrell once told me that cross-draw might get in the way of my seatbelt because I'm left-handed.

[@steveb8001]

Worked for Doc Holiday :)

[@nbs-spike5822]

Jeremy always called it a "Lady Garden"

[@mikeseier4449]

Sounds fishy?!😮

[@toddwelker1413]

No matter how you carry your firearm the safety depends on the user.. carrying one way is no safer than another. The risk lies with the operator.

[@jamieblacksmith6935]

Historical note: drawing left handed from a cross draw is called a “Calvary Twist”.

[@bigjim1408]

I prefer shoulder holsters, it works great for large individuals....

[@scott4482]

Cross Draw had me with driving in a car

[@YankeeBaseball]

I checked their web site and they don’t seem to make one for the Colt King Cobra. I was disappointed.

[@robertwess4556]

I always carry in cross draw I love it it works better for me anyways

[@mikewhite2aadvocacy172]

The one week that I was allowed to carry my Beretta 92 Inox that is the way I carried.

[@nickmanzi9110]

Quoth the Yank 3 inches is perfect. Right in time for Vday too

[@raylauderback5126]

Seems like a good idea for you, since you also carry with a fanny pack. Manual of arms probably complements both method of carry, from a commonality of training standpoint.

[@grayman7208]

if you did not have such a big belly ... appendix carry would not be an issue. i do agree with cross draw. i carry both.

[@curly__3]

Vertical taco. I'm gonna have to look into this crossdraw stuff... Why not go for a crossdraw holster that is more vertical?

[@TheYankeeMarshal]

Fish taco was what I wanted to say but stopped myself.

[@CreasyEQ]

I thought about cross draw holsters, for 3 days now. For sure I'm 🚫 into appendix carry @ all. YM, can you display wearing a shoulder holder, and cross draw holsters @ the same time🤔

[@microcolonel]

The hilarious thing about people not paying attention: I once open carried, meeting a girl for the first time. We spent like six hours together, and only when we got in the car to drive for lunch did she notice... Glock 17 over a white shirt. 😂

[@snowgorilla9789]

When you move to the front of your cart is the time that I drop a case of Spam in your cart. Just food? for thought

[@OllamhDrab]

Hee. I think your particular setup there would be a bad fit for me but something a bit more ordinary 20th century style with much less cant and all would suit fine. (Besides, have .38 snubbie, may as well go full 70's detective show. :) )

[@sleepthoughamostqruelandde1116]

I luv cross draw!!😊💯💯💯💯

[@Glock36er]

I prefer the pistol to be a little more vertical. Muzzle still points away from you, but the butt isn't as noticeable.

[@roberthall7929]

Andrews Leather has the best cross draw. 👍

[@robertfrank9228]

I agree, and well done.

[@Icarianbrother]

The Yankee Marshal has the third trimester belly of a woman carrying twins.