CONCEALMENT 7 Concealment #7 Iain Harrison Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Let’s face it, as Americans, we spend more time in our cars than most of us might like. Although our love affair with the automobile is still alive, it’s way past the heady rush of a first encounter and more akin to that of an older couple who’ll bicker a lot, but put up with one another for the sake of familiarity. Like birthdays and holidays, there are a few bright spots, but as anyone who’s spent time in L.A. traffic will tell you, the honeymoon is over. Because so many of us spend so many hours trapped in our vehicles, in this edition of CONCEALMENT, we examine the concept of the modern coach gun, and test one product that might just fit the role. While four-wheeled transport has its drawbacks, it’s still usually better than resorting to the Greyhound of the skies. So until someone comes up with a superior alternative, I’ll continue packing a carbine in the trunk on cross-country trips. As contributor Matt Jacques points out, it’s worthwhile investing the effort to make your vehicular armament as secure, unobtrusive, low-key, and unappealing as possible. Quite apart from the frustration of having your personal property stolen by some dirtbag, there’s a moral dimension as well. Do you really want it on your conscience that you inadvertently armed a member of the criminal fraternity? There are a number of ways to delay the theft of your firearm (like all physical security, it’s there to slow down, rather than stop a thief), and we’ll take a look at some of them in upcoming issues. In the meantime, should you choose to augment your personal security with some heavier ordnance in your vehicle, once you’ve picked a potential long-gun, cast a critical eye over your setup. Will it conceal within the confines of your trunk, bed, or cab? Can you make it harder to carry off? Are there any decoy items you can place between an entry point and the gun itself, so a thief will grab those and not your carbine? Packing a long-gun, or a rifle-caliber pistol, might not be for everyone, but then neither is a CCW. Both require thought, consideration, and the assumption of responsibilities over and above the minimum required to function in today’s society. Which sums up the CONCEALMENT mindset nicely. To preview the issue click here: Concealment 7 Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
