Open Carry in Arizona with a Shoulder Holster
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Loading ...By Doug Little on May 10, 2008 in AZ CCW Questions, CCW Administrative Rules
QUESTION: I am going to get a CCW in AZ as soon as possible, but in the meantime intend to carry openly. Is a shoulder holster a legal way to open carry if it is outside my clothing? Less importantly, is it a viable way to open carry?ANSWER: Certainly a shoulder holster is a viable way to open carry in AZ. However, it really calls attention to yourself which is a tactical disadvantage should something criminal occur in your vicinity. You would be the first target in that type of situation. Personally, I’d probably go with a carry method that was a little more discreet. A strong side holster is perfectly legal and is much less obvious to the casual observer than a shoulder holster. It is quite a bit more comfortable as well, at least in my opinion. The best thing is to get your AZ CCW as quickly as possible, then it won’t be an issue.
