Vehicle mounted holsters. The Caribbean perspective

Hello again friends, from the title I guess you can tell there will be varying opinions on the topic. I wish to add some perspective on the issue and only hope to invoke conversation, although I will admit my preceeding comments will invoke emotion.

Some misconceptions of safe firearm handling and responsible firearm ownership in the Caribbean is that the culture, experiences, laws, and general public mindset of one or more “developed countries” solely and totally applies to our unique situatuon here in the Caribbean.

It is almost safe to presume that in most developed countries the extensive research, implementation and improvements in laws and policies, the development of infrastructure and a transitioning mindset and perspective of their people may be advanced in contrast to that of the Caribbean’s viewpoint. However I respectfully disagree with this concept.

Although most information regarding firearms ownership emanates from a first world perspective, we in the Caribbean have effectively extracted pertinent information, combined it with our unique situation and have developed our own brand of responsible firearm ownership, hence the reasoning behind the title.

With the advancement in technology, the development of materials and new manufacturing techniques eg. (3D printing) has led to a diversified view of firearms training and tactics. One of those being the introduction of the vehicle mounted holster.

Mounting weapons to vehicles is not a new concept and has been done for a very long time. But when it comes to the conceal carry weapon holder this concept has gained tremendous popularity and traction in developed countries based on their individual circumstances. But does this concept apply to us.

Let’s take a look at some of our unique challenges. As a Caribbean native we must examine our individual laws and determine if they permit us to carry a CCW in a vehicle mounted holster (VMH) configuration. We should also pay attention to the ability to acquire a CCW in the first instance and if this firearm is stolen as a result of being inadvertently left in a vehicle mounted holster how easy or difficult would it be to have it replaced, we should also consider the legal consequences that may follow. And lastly is there adequate infrastructure available to conduct this specific type of training safely and at a reasonable cost. These factors would affect the way we manage firearms in our respective jurisdictions.

Having identified some of these unique challenges, it would be prudent for such a person to seriously reconsider carrying a firearm in this configuration. However as I always say to my clients ” it’s your life, it’s your lifestyle, make a decision and prepare for it. “

At Hubris Tactical we believe in adaptive training. We encourage our clients to take ownership of their lifestyle. We construct tailored firearms training programs to suit the needs of our clients to ensure they stay efficient and effective. We also advise and consult on adjustments to lifestyle changes that will ensure effectiveness. Our training is available to all Caribbean territories.

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