How to conceal carry

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How To Conceal Carry
Choosing the proper holster for your home defense handgun is just as
important as choosing the right handgun to fit your needs and lifestyle, that’s
why we are publishing this article How to conceal carry. A correct fitting
concealment holster is important for quick access to your handgun during a
home defense situation. Now is not the time to get cheap, your defensive
handgun is only as good as the ability to bring it into action when needed. Just
as with handguns, all holsters will not fit every need or carry situation that may
come up. Unless you have unlimited resources, many times you must
compromise and purchase the holster or handgun that fits most of your
situations. Unless you are one of the cowboys who wants people to know that
they carry a handgun, choosing a holster for concealed carry is important.
Remember, your handgun is for your families personal safety, not to thwart a
restaurant hold up. If your handgun is easily visible your family could well be
the first target of the robber. When you start carrying it will soon be apparent
that one holster will not meet all your needs.
When you are purchasing a handgun it is advised that you check into the
availability of holsters for the model you have chosen. It does no good to get a

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great deal on a handgun only to find that the industry just doesn't make a good
variety of holster styles for your handgun. If you are not interested in a form
fitted holster and a universal nylon holster is all you want, it doesn't make a
difference which handgun you purchase, as long as it is a quality handgun.
Holsters are manufactured in a variety of materials including leather, nylon,
plastic, kydex and in a variety of combinations.
Carrying a handgun on the strong side hip is considered to tactically be the best
way to carry your handgun and natural choice of how to conceal carry.
Although carrying strong side on the outside allows the fastest access it may not
be as concealable as an IWB (in the waistband) strong side carry. Conversely
should you spend most of your day sitting in a car the seat belt will get in the
way of a clean draw and the IWB will get very uncomfortable. Other common
choices are: Shoulder holster, ankle holster, in the pants, in the pocket, small of
the back, fanny packs, purses, concealment apparel or no holster at all. Each
has its benefits - and drawbacks.
Strong Side on Belt or Paddle Holsters
Considered to be the fastest, most comfortable and secure of all carry methods
the strong side holsters are available open top, with thumb breaks or other
retention methods. When wearing a handgun on the belt, having a thick belt
designed for handgun carry will reduce the tendency to pull down your belt.
The only negative with strong side belt or paddle carry is that they are not as
concealable when carrying this way unless you wear an untucked long tailed
shirt, longer jacket, vest or suit coat.
Browse our belt holster bestsellers and paddle holster bestsellers
Inside the Waistband Holster
If you only plan to wear a shorter jacket or T-shirt you may consider a strong
side IWB holster as right option of how to conceal carry. Although some will
wear this style of holster in the small of the back or cross draw- strong side just
behind the hip is considered best. When carrying inside the waistband your belt

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will need to be approximately 2" longer and make sure you are not already
taking up all the territory in your pants. Your belt offers tension which aids in
holding the handgun close to the body improving concealablity and reducing
the need for a retention strap. The IWB holsters are available in Leather, Kydex
and nylon, with and without retention straps. Law Enforcement officers have an
additional requirement when purchasing an IWB holster. The holster will need
to retain its form when the handgun has been drawn, as they may need to re-
holster one handed.
Browse our IWB holster bestsellers
Shoulder Holsters
Shoulder Holsters have an advantage if you spend most of your day in a vehicle,
as they ride more comfortably and provide easier acces than a hip or IWB
holster. Your seat belt will get in your way when attempting a seated draw from
a strong sided holster. Although the favorite of many TV shows the Shoulder
holster also has its negatives, you must sweep the handgun across your body to
bring it on target. The shoulder holster is awkward for big guys or busty ladies
for the same reason. The shoulder holster's comfort during extended trips from
being suspended from the shoulders and counter balanced by off-side
magazines or speed loaders is a plus.
Browse our shoulder holster bestsellers
Small of the Back Holster
Not a favorite method of carry. You have the least amount of security from
being disarmed and the greatest potential injury if you go down. We have
worked with a number of officers who carried a backup with a small of the back
holster who injured their back when falling on the handgun. In fact I personally
received permanent soft tissue back damage from carrying in the pants just
right of my spine. When drawing the weapon you have have an increased
chance of sweeping the muzzle past unintended targets.

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Browse our small of back holster bestsellers
In the Pocket Holster
The in the pocket holster is designed to break up the out line of a small pistol
and aid in keeping the handgun in position. Not to mention protecting the
trigger from foreign objects and keeping dust bunnies out of the barrel. Not the
fastest draw, however when your dress or circumstances dictate ultimate
concealablity it works.
Browse our pocket holster bestsellers
Ankle Holster
These are great for backup carry, however we do not like this carry method for
your primary defensive weapon. Unless this is the only method afforded, based
on the situation ( a handgun in a weak location is better than no handgun at
all). Pulling the handgun from an ankle holster is slower and more awkward
than the other carry methods.
Browse our ankle holster bestsellers
Fanny packs
Once considered an excellent method of how to conceal carry a handgun the
fanny pack stands out in a crowd. Once again this may be the only method
available to meet your needs, you must decide which fits your lifestyle and
needs. Remembering that there is not one holster that will work for every
situation, however there will be one holster in your collection that you will
usually go back to.
Browse our fanny pack holster bestsellers
Mexican Style (No Holster)

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Just shoving the gun into your pants will work, but not real well. You have no
retention or security to keep it from sliding out or down your leg, or keeping it
in position for ready access.
Ladies and Concealed Carry
The female form provides a whole new set of opportunities for the holster
industry. Most holsters are not made with the male frame in mind. Ladies
generally have an hour glass figure and shorter in the waist. The most frequent
complaints from women are that the holster rides too high to reach
comfortably and digs into their ribs or breasts. The important lesson here is that
women have special needs in a holster and there are products out there which
address these needs of how to conceal carry.
Purses, Bags, Backpacks, Briefcases
Usually the purse has a hidden compartment in the middle seam of the purse.
Again this is not as good a carry method as having the handgun on your person.
However it beats the devil out of leaving it in our glove compartment or your
house.
Browse our concealed carry bag bestsellers
Regardless how you decide to carry your defensive handgun, the key is to
practice your drawing and shooting from your normal carry method. Once you
have mastered the basic shooting techniques it will be time to learn the correct
drawing technique and practice until you can do it instinctively.
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