I forgot to add a stream light stylus pro.

 

Custom kydex or leather IWB holster for the asp might work. I'm sure yoy could make one yourself or have a company do it. There's TONS of custom holster/sheath makers all over the country that would love your work

 

But In my opinion I'd rather carry pepper spray than an asp. Better to stay out of striking distance from a bad guy, than to get up close and personal with an asp. Or maybe both? A small bottle of spray along with the asp, in a combo holster. That way yoy spray first, if the bad guy doesn't go down and continues the threat, crack out the asp?

I feel legality consequences will be far less woth use of spray opposed to long lasting injuries from a baton/asp. That's why LEO's have switched mostly to tazers, no long lasting affects.

 

I can't help you with the concealment of an ASP, but losing two of the lighters, and two of the knives, will help you with offsetting the weight.

3 lighters? What for?

 

I have my EDC pretty much taken care of expect I'm trying to work in an ASP but don't know how to conceal it. Does anyone have any ideas??

I already carry 3 lighters, 3 knives, paracord, pens, two packs if gum, wallet, and cellphone. Any ideas for anything else and working my ASP in.

The outfitting of your EDC must be in accordance (5C's minimum) with not only your immediate daily environment, but also to meet your most likely scenarios encountered in an SHTF event. No way can ones EDC be equipped to meet every threat and this is where the common sense factor enters the equation. Use it accordingly as well as load it out accordingly. Your EDC may indeed be a life line if you should have to hunker down at work or somewhere in between work and home.:thumb:

 

Me carrying 3 lighters and knives has never been an issue for me before, unless I find a different alternative I'm not changing that. I also have what I need to survive to get home because I work across the street from my home. I just need added protection in case I have to fight my way across in a SHTF case.

 

One's EDC could be as simple as what can be carried in pants pockets. Versatility is key and trump card to each.:thumb:

 

Carry it in a hydration carrier sleeve with your water bladder.

 

Backpack? I can't stand having a wallet in my pocket can't images all of this.

 

I can't carry a backpack around because of where I work. The same reason I can't carry a firearm on my person. So I have to make the most of pocket space.

 

My EDC: 1 bic lighter (small), 1 Bundesgewher folding knife (similar to USMC "boy scout" knife), 1 cell phone (always charged). Anything else is in a dedicated kit (I have many, stashed here, there, and anywhere else I can hide one in plain sight. And yes, one IS in a pink "Hello Kitty" schoolbag.)

 

So, lemme get this strait. You live across the street from work and need 3 lighters and 3 knives? Is there a real threat of having to "fight my way across" the street in a SHTF scenario?

Not trying to be a jerk or anything, just seems a bit extreme for such a short distance. Even if it were a half mile or so I would think you would need anything extra to get home. Depending on the setting/local of work and the actual proximity to home, what realistic SHTF event could strike and you would have trouble traversing home from work?

 

If you seen the area I live in you would understand why I am the way I am.

 

well...I have not. Hence the reason for my question. Maybe if you explained the area/situation to us you would get better responses on a possible solution.

I walk to work (1 1/2 miles) I can't think of anything that would keep me from making the walk with no preps what so ever. Save for a Tsunami or an earthquake opening a huge fissure, in which case I would just have to find a way around. So, maybe some water?

Again, not trying to be a jerk. If you feel you need a baton to get home from work in case of (riots?) maybe a walking stick or a cane would be an alternative? You say you can't have a backpack at work. What about a small organizer? Something along the lines of the Maxpedition Fatty? That may allow you to carry your ASP as well as more prep items in a more convenient way besides your pockets.

 

Ok my location is drug and gang activity shooting very other week. Large crowds of people always walking and making noise. A organizer would be a good idea to use.

 

From the context and limited info, I'd personally opt for a small kit that can fit on the belt (aka the infamous/dreaded Altoid tin). You can fit a few sources of fire in the tin, as well as some cordage, water purification pills, and other things appropriate for an EDC; add a folder in a pocket and a fixed blade on the belt, boot, etc. Don't forget what they say about bringing a knife to a gun fight. Avoidance is always a good thing. Large crowds can help with this.

If you're worried about the usual suspects, then you should also attempt to fit in, or at least not stand out. Added accessories (such as carrying an organizer?) may attract attention? Or it may not. But it's something to think about. If you're new to the area, watch the local crowd. Watch what is 'normal' so you can at least act a bit like a local, not a tourist walking across the street everyday.

Why not pack and carry a light bag for the street crossings and stash it at work? You may not be able to wear it during your working hours but you can certainly have a bag stashed somewhere to help augment what you can't/shouldn't carry. (It would also be nice to have just in case you actually can't get back across the street.) This is how I do things at my place of employment, with strict rules. There's a bag in my vehicle, there's a smaller kit left in my desk, and another in my backpack that comes into work and sits behind me everyday, and I've a few EDC items that are always with me.

 

If you have to figth your way accross the street to get home I dont think home is the place you should be going.

 

also check on the legality of expanding batons. they are illegal in a lot of places to carry concealed.

I would look for their more compact versions and carry it IWB. might have to get a holster made for you or make one yourself.

as far as EDC goes, I try to have a bit wider variety. I have 3 methods of starting a fire but its a firesteel on the keychain, lighter in my pocket and a Fresnel lense in my wallet. 3 blades come from a folder clipped to my pocket, a 3 blade buck brand knife that's a bit more office friendly and a leatherman squirt which is a wire stripper electricians version. I also carry a fenix LD-10 flashlight.

I would also look into improvised weapons while fighting. you can make an effective baton from a book or magazine if used properly. I would also try to look into a hand to hand fighting class. one that focuses on self defense to break away from an engagement as well as you really don't want to stand and fight.

 

You said you work across the street and everything your just concerned if you have to fight your way to your residence. It's easier to just conceal a firearm. I don't know what type of work you do but are there any tools you can use that would fit in at the office that can be utilized for the purpose of a blunt force tool, large wrench, hammer, piece of pipe. If not there is always the the route of having a custom calf rig holster made for your asp. I still say its easier get a small CCW and just keep your mouth shut. That way you will be able to fight at a distance, its safer.

 

3 lighters, 3 knives, two packs of gum? Really?

Redundancy is good for critical items, but 3 is unnecessary for EDC. Leave two in the car.

As a police officer, I have found that gloves, flash light, knife, gun, cellphone or radio, cash, knowledge and experience cover 95% of all emergency scenarios.


The other 5% can be covered by an in-car trauma med bag, back up flash light, knife, long gun, armor, batteries etc.

 

Ditch at least one knife in favor of a multi-tool, and swap out a conventional pen for a functional (that is, "writing") tactical/defense pen, or perhaps one of the small tactical flashlights with defensive edges. Put together a small first aid kit that will fit in your pocket and be able to address immediate emergencies like cuts and burns. Even a minor injury can be very demoralizing during an emergency, even if it's something easily treated.

If you absolutely must carry more than one knife, make the most of your limited carrying space and think multi-purpose.

 

Three lighters and alot of gum to get across the street in a bad neighborhood. Got it.

 

A retractable baton is something you'll want close-at-hand in any type of SHTF scenario, not concealed.

You won't want to be digging around in a bag for it, simply because it's meant to be used at such close ranges that anyone wishing to hurt you will be right up on top of you before the ASP can be brought into play.

Myself?
I'd tuck it into a back pocket & say to hell with concealment.
We're talking about a threat situation during a lawless period here, involving a weapon that falls into the gray area of legality in most states anyway.
I'd want to have the ability to pull it out & simultaneously be having it extend in the same movement for that crucial initial strike to the kneecap area, quickly followed by a second, more measured strike to someplace equally painful & definitely incapacitating --- like a repeat strike to the same kneecap or to the head.

That just doesn't work with a concealed baton, and even dedicated carrying rigs can really slow you down.

 

If you're going to try an organizer, then how about adding one of those giant pepper spray cans AKA bear repellant ??

That should clear your path to cross the street better than an ASP.

 

Based on the scenario you described......a decent pair of running shoes would be in order.

Maybe a fake wallet to throw to your "neighbors" as a decoy?

 

Instead of criticizing lets try to help. There is a custom Kydex holster maker that might work with you, Rhino holsters, he is a fire fighter and will probably work with you. His name is Bill WWW.RHINOHOLSTERS.COM OR SALES@RHINOHOLSTERS.COM (561)758-6496. I have no relationship to the business But he worked with me on a project and was glad to do it.

If this doesn't work try a nylon flashlight holster for the strap of your EDC bag.

 

Instead of criticizing lets try to help. There is a custom Kydex holster maker that might work with you, Rhino holsters, he is a fire fighter and will probably work with you. His name is Bill WWW.RHINOHOLSTERS.COM OR SALES@RHINOHOLSTERS.COM (561)758-6496. I have no relationship to the business But he worked with me on a project and was glad to do it.

If this doesn't work try a nylon flashlight holster for the strap of your EDC bag.