Glock 26 on the ankle

[psalms144.1]

I have carried a G26 in an ankle holster every day I'm working for the last three plus years, and a most of the time during the fall/winter, carry the same off duty and "lounging" around. I carry mine in a Galco Ankle Glove, and I find that, with the hiking boots I wear most of the time, the top of the boot helps support the muzzle of the holster, so it's pretty easy to forget about.

Previously, I had ankle carried a 642 and a PM9, and while the G26 IS chunkier and heavier, after about a week I got to the point where I forget about it. The fact that I can shoot it A LOT better than the 642/PM9/G42, and it feeds off the same magazines as my primary (G19) makes it a very attractive package for me...

[BillSWPA]

I have occasionally carried a Glock 26 on my ankle. It is not something I would want to do with any regularity. I have heard second or third hand reports of people developing leg problems after carrying guns only slightly heavier on their ankle.

I have an Alessi holster for the G26, and it is the best ankle holster I have seen. Ken Null and C. Rusty Sherrick have similar designs.

[EM_]

In a rush so I didn't read the whole thread. Apologies if this is redundant.

I used a G27 for a backup (per policy had to) for the first 16 years in a Galco leather rig. Never lost it, and I worked in a very active place, lot's of physical encounters and foot chases. It was secure, but friggin heavy. The issues I have with my left hip and lower back may be impacted by this, but there's a lot of shit in this job that can do that if you're active, so don't take that as too intimidating.

Policy shift at a new agency and I'm carrying a 642 in the wonderful new Wilderness rig. I can't even feel it.

Shorty story (too late) the G26 is perfectly doable, and I'd prefer it greatly to not carrying a backup. Nothing wrong at all with the G43, but having mag compatibility could be a good thing.

If you're serious I'd give VERY SERIOUS consideration to the Wilderness (old Renegade being carried on by Wilderness) ankle rig. If I was doing the G43 get the extra pouch to carry a spare mag there. As much as I liked the Galco I love the Wilderness.

[rd62]

I carried a 27 in a Gould & Goodrich boot lace holster on duty for years. Very comfortable and secure. I now occasionally carry a 26 on the ankle when the circumstances require. Both were in support of a 22 and 17/19 respectively and utilized the fool sized reloads.

[SWAT Lt.]

I carried a G27 on my ankle for over a decade as a back up to my issued G22. I used an Alessi holster and it worked well. It is a bit heavy but you get used to it. I still occasionally ankle carry a G26.

[K.O.A.M.]

I have done it every day for years in a Galco Ankle Glove. I've had no problems. I combine it with a 19 when on duty.

[Dagga Boy]

The last several years of my LE career I carried a G26 in an Eagle Upside down ankle holster. Had no issues, but I also carried various guns that way since my first day on the job.

[FotoTomas]

I carried my G26 often on the ankle in a Galco rig. Currently retirement and health issues with diabetes has my ankles off limits for gun carry. I preferred the Renegade with my S&W Models 38 and 638 due to size and weight. now days the 638 in my pocket makes me happy.

[Chuck Haggard]

I've carried large ankle BUGs for almost my entire career, at least 26 years of it. 640s, 3913s, 6906s, Glock 27s and 26s, never had an issue. I was very active, involved in numerous foot pursuits, fights, etc.

Now I don't have any cartilage in my left knee. When I can get away with wearing an ankle gun it's a 642 or lighter.

Tom Givens has come to the conclusion that an ankle gun needs to be one pound or less. I think Tom is a smart guy.

[Mitch]

Tom Givens has come to the conclusion that an ankle gun needs to be one pound or less. I think Tom is a smart guy.

If Tom says it, that's good enough for me.



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