HOLSTERS
INSIDE, OUTSIDE AND EVEN UPSIDE DOWN CARRY OPTIONS
Falco 3D-Printed Holsters
How do you find the right holster for your specific combination of gun, light or laser? It can be tough. Will 3D Printing solve the holster dilemma?
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The Wrong Holster!
It's time to stir the pot just a bit and call out a type of holster that's popular with many for its price point and comfort. Yep, the floppy holster stinks...
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Carry Options: Holsters...
We test a lot of holsters around here, and the good news is there are a lot of great ones. Here's a look at some new models and some classics that have...
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The Mother Of Necessity
I’ll preface this by acknowledging up front I’m kind of a frugal fellow when it comes to spending money on something I can fix or replace with a little...
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BlackPoint Tactical Holsters
While BlackPoint Tactical makes plenty of holsters for smaller carry guns, they particularly shine in two areas: hiding large guns and customization. Want...
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Two Approaches To IWB Leather
While I’m often forced to use Kydex for long days outside in the South Carolina heat and humidity, it’s hard to beat the feel and comfort of a quality...
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Restoring a...
If you like old guns, you probably also like old holsters. I’ve collected a nice assortment of vintage leather over the years from digging through the box...
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Solutions for...
Like any of us who carry a firearm for whatever reason, I need holsters. And like most of us who live the concealed carry lifestyle, I’m not a big-shot...
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Boutique Holsters
Mainstream leather companies provide a wide selection of products, from holsters to slings, cartridge carriers, and more. There are occasions when the...
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False Assumptions!
I’m saying you can carry a larger gun concealed — every day even. To be clear, I’m not talking about one more powerful or in a larger caliber
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Bravo...
If you’re an appendix carrier or considering the method, a spare mag solution is clearly in the benefits column. Consider the new LINKed Holster from...
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Driving While Armed
The trickiest things about carrying inside a vehicle are being mindful of changing laws driving cross country, being able to access the arm while driving...
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Galco Parabellum...
What's better than one spare mag? Two! Galco’s newly improved Parabellum 2.0 Shoulder System carries both pistol and spare magazines in a horizontal...
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Carry Options...
Three of my favorite carry pistols are the Staccato C2, Springfield Armory SA-35 Hi-Power and Springfield Armory 4" EMP Ronin 1911. All have some weight,...
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MFT Belly Band...
Mission First Tactical's Belly Band Holster features a unique, first-of-its-kind design for those who want the freedom of carrying their firearm comfortably...
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Guidelines To...
When it comes to carrying a concealed firearm, there are 10 specific rules everyone should follow.
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Spotlight New...
Guns and the gear to carry and outfit them. Check out 2023's latest.
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Tactical Foolery...
It seems all the “cool kids” are carrying concealed in the appendix position these days. So, is it a “tacti-cool” fad or a responsible and effective...
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Pocket Power Carry
Choosing the right pocket holster for effective — and safe — carry.
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Gunnysack:...
I recently picked up extended magazines for my M&P9 C.O.R.E., but my old magazine holders just weren’t up to carrying these longer and heavier mags....
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Safariland...
With a smaller footprint than traditional IWB offerings, the Safariland Schema is an optics-ready minimalist holster designed for subcompact firearms.
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Handgunner’s...
Before we get into this, let’s clear up one thing. It’s perfectly fine to buy these gifts for yourself. Hey, you deserve it!
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Spotlight New...
Guns and the gear to carry and outfit them. Check out 2022's latest.
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Blackhawk STACHE...
N.A.C.H.O. stands for Non-Conventional Adaptive Carry Holster Option. That acronym seems a wee bit contrived, but the rig it describes is indisputably...
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Barranti Leather...
There’s a lot going on at Barranti Leather Co. We all know Doc for the wonderful, vintage style leather gear he makes for our sixguns and semi-autos.
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CrossBreed...
The Modular Belly Band 2.0 from CrossBreed boasts a polyester jersey outer shell that delivers a soft, form-fitting feel against the skin while maintaining...
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Spotlight New...
Guns and the gear to carry and outfit them. Check out 2022's latest.
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Big-Guy CCW...
Carrying a gun is a chore. It’s uncomfortable and intrusive — a burden even. For us bigger guys there’s a whole new set of challenges to overcome though.
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Gunnysack:...
A good belt makes all the difference between keeping your firearm concealed or being kicked out of Chilis. It is also of premium importance when you’re at...
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Carry Options:...
You can’t swing a dead cat in your local gun emporium without hitting some sort of carry rig for a Glock handgun. Glock pistols are quite literally...
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Spiritus Systems...
If you're having a hard time carrying in summer clothes, this First Look is for you. Nic Lenze takes a look at the Fanny SACK from Spiritus Systems.
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Spotlight New...
Guns and the gear to carry and outfit them. Check out 2022's latest.
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Shooting Iron:...
By the mid-1870s to early 1880s Mexican Loop holsters became the fashion. They could have one, two or even three loops. The most colorful name given to one...
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Why A Holster?
“Why do I need to buy a holster, I’ll just shove the pistol in my belt.”
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Holsters, Shucks...
There’s no question our guns are important for self-preservation, but there’s one piece of gear just as vital, yet often overlooked by some.
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The CrossBreed...
Most times, simpler really is better. The new CrossBreed Liberty Band is a minimalist solution to packing a gun in the real world.
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Spotlight New...
Guns and the gear to carry and outfit them. Check out 2022's latest.
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Gunnysack:...
There are many AIWB holsters on the market; here’s why this one is special. Many AIWB users add a foam pad to the inside surface of the holster body to...
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Carry Options:...
This year I’m packing a K-frame, S&W Model 19 Carry Comp. The K-frame conceals easily with a vest or coat, and I like packing a .357 Magnum. The holster...
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Gunnysack:...
There’s a new holster brand on the market — Warcat Tactical — and they’re breaking cost barriers in the most desirable direction. The company has...
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Armed On The Job!
Workplace violence is an unfortunate side effect of living in a free society in the Information Age.
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Carry Options:...
Pocket carry is an excellent solution for many situations, but only if you use a proper and safe pocket holster.
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