Tier 1 Concealed

Getting a new concealed carry holster is both exciting and practical. But not all holsters are the same, and the right one for someone else may not be the right fit for you. Here are four questions to ask before you commit.   TL;DR Concealed carry position affects comfort, concealability, and draw speed, so it's one of the first decisions to nail down. Good retention holds your firearm securely in place through a full day of movement without a secondary mechanism. Fit to your specific firearm and setup is what makes a holster perform reliably day after day. What Wear Position Works Best for Everyday Concealed Carry? It comes down to your preference. Body type also plays a role. Appendix carry has grown popular because it keeps the firearm accessible in front of the body, conceals well under most clothing, and draws cleanly. An   appendix carry holster factors in this position in terms of ride height and cant angle. However, it might not suit your draw style or body type. In t...

How you dress while concealed carrying is all about blending your personal style with comfort for optimal performance. This approach keeps your firearm accessible while also keeping your day-to-day outfits effortless. Spoileralert : You don’t need to sacrifice your style or buy an entirely new wardrobe to concealed carry. A few considerations, adjustments, and additions can keep your holster for Glock 43X or any of your favorite firearms within easy reach when you need them most. Focus on the Essential Details Before changing your entire wardrobe, consider key factors when dressing for concealed carry. Accessibility: One of your top priorities when concealed carrying is accessibility. This refers to how easily and quickly you can draw your firearm from your Glock 19 holster when you need it most. While concealing doesn’t require a full overhaul of your closet, strategic wardrobe choices that prioritize functionality greatly improve your experience and performance. Print...

Simply owning a few concealed carry holsters and actually trusting your EDC system are two very different things. You can own a holster that isn’t quite right for your body type or doesn’t exactly match your loadout. These shortcomings can affect your confidence in your holster, your firearm, and even your skills. If you can’t count on your holster to hold the gun in the same place every time, you can’t be confident in your draw. Here’s how you can find a holster you can truly trust. Proper Retention Proper retention is a vital quality in an EDC holster. Holsters made from Kydex use friction for retention, but they can also have other retention methods. They retain firearms well, are durable, and provide reliable comfort. Unlike leather holsters, they don’t have a break-in period. That means they’re easy to draw from immediately, even with retention. If you’re worried that your concealed carry firearm is going to move around in your holster as you move throughout the da...

Concealed carrying might seem complex from the outside. It’s not because the details and skills are impossible to learn, but the internet has a way of turning every opinion into a “rule.” Half the advice out there sounds confident but falls apart the moment you actually carry a gun for more than ten minutes or put reps at the range. So, let’s cut through the three most common misconceptions that new concealed carriers might hear as they build their EDC setup. “All Concealed Carry Holsters Print” Printing isn’t guaranteed with every concealed carry holster. It’s usually the result of poor angle, wrong ride height, or a fit that isn’t optimized for your body shape. Holsters typically don’t print on their own. Often, your belt, clothing, and positioning all work together to hide or reveal the outline. A good design should distribute the pressure so the grip tucks your body instead of floating off it. Most printing “issues” are actually movement issues. People think their ...