I carry mine in the most comfortable position for me . I've learned to quickly draw from my position very quickly. Been legally carrying since I was 26 I'm 70 now.
@@se6586 fit the position while sitting in your car, seated at a table, walking down a street, that is the most comfortable place for you, then train. I use to shoot 600 rounds a week. I cast my own bullets and reload those rounds were from my handguns. Oh shoot both strong and weak hand.
@@billseaman5974 I have been carrying since 21, will be 44 in 2 weeks. I have always carried owb strong side. That shooting with weak hand is great advice and I need to practice a lot more that way. I was watching a bodycam video and a young officer was shot in his right hand. He couldn't get his weapon out. Luckily he had another officer there to protect him. He finally got his gun to his left hand after another officer got there and drew it for him.
@@travismcgreat3823 I'm currently using a Safariland 7053. It's inexpensive, packs easily and I can usually go a shift without that cord annoying my armpit. That said, I would really like a nicer rig that supports magazines such as the one seen in this video. I had my eye set on a DeSantis New York Undercover. If you have some recommendations on a nice rig, I'm all ears. If it's going to run me a few hundred bucks I certainly want something for the long haul that is comfortable and functional. I'm also trying to avoid belt clips / suspender type retention. Just a well balanced rig around my shoulders.
@@bradleyanderson4226 on the very rare occasion that I don't carry IWB, (doing a lot of driving) I use a vest with a carry pocket. I had my wife re sew it to fit my regular holster.
I've tried them all and went back to OWB strong side. Just works for me. I wear loose fitting button down shirts most of the time. I have a sling bag for the other times.
I settled on appendix. It feels the safest, is the fastest from concealed, and works for my lifestyle. The new one for me is concealing with a tucked in shirt. If I was in a cooler climate, I'd go shoulder all day.
Gonna do appendix myself after I lose about 20-30 lbs. I’m naturally tall and lanky, but I have wider hips, so it is way more concealed that way than anywhere else on the clock.
@@unitedwestanddividedwefall3521 i'm 5'10 and 222 pounds and aiwb a P30, as long as you wear your belt and pants a little high i havent had too many problems with it
@@unitedwestanddividedwefall3521 zack has a good part of the fix . I will add choose a good holster with a claw a fit ur angle and wedge as needed. The claws help a ton. 😉.
Man I appendix carried at my Kobe for a good week and a half straight with 2 different holsters wearing my pants up higher and at my usual and sitting crouching bending and driving while appendix carrying was so painful.. I own a .45 1911 5inch barrel and the the hammer along with the back of the slide just dig into my stomach. I’m currently at the 6:53 mark of the video so I’ll see if he has any better suggestions. P.S I understand I am replying to 1 year old Replies lol I found these comments better fit me.
Iv'e carried all those positions over the years, but now almost always use a shoulder rig. It's not real fast to draw, but daily commute on a motorcycle, it works for me. I have a rig for my compact single stack, as well as for my thicker double stack. Nice to have choices.
I carry appendix on my bike. It’s what I’m used to, and it doesn’t usually get in the way, even with the aggressive riding position demanded of my cbr. There’s just something about my gun flopping around under my jacket and covering everyone that is behind me that makes me uneasy. It’s definitely the coolest looking, though.
Always thought if I got a bike again I'd get a dedicated revolver with an attached lanyard, and strap it to my left leg (possibly inside / Calvary draw). (Don't think I'd trust a lanyard attached to the mag of a simi-A.) I'd still be carrying my dbl stack Simi-A but since that's a right side draw and that hand is locked to the throttle it's practically useless while the bike is moving. Placing a quick access gun on my left makes the most sense. It would have to be large caliber since it would likely be used as instant defense response against attackers in a moving vehicle until I could stop and bring my primary into action; if still necessary. Obviously practice with this 'dedicated bike-gun' would primarily focus on single left hand shooting (both to left and right), at relatively large moving targets. And never forget, running away is always the preferred 1st action; if it can be done safely.
I bought a belly band for $17.95, i set it on the left for right hand draw, it seats just below my ribs, I wear a tshirt, then the bellyband, and a dress shirt, with the button by the solar plexus undone for access. You dont even feel is there, the imprint is minimal, and the bellyband feels more like a back support.
@@revelationperception5370 A brandless one from ebay, but I found it to be comfortable, with minimum to no imprint. It fits all brands and sizes, but mine is a compact. For $17.95, it is a cheap piece of crap, with velcro closures and strap, but works for me, when it wears out, I will get another.
I have physical limitations and because of this I found a cross draw works best and most comfortable with me. I also have found it to be best for seated position. why is it no one covers this type of carry? I have also found , with the proper holster that it is very easy to defend from attackers going for my side arm.
True that's how I carry cross draw it's the safest way and comfortable it keeps barrel pointing away from your body , I use always on my land and going to town .
Wear a chaos pouch (Fanny pack), no problem. Even guys who prefer keg over the 6 pack look are good to go. In the car out for a walk, when anyone demands “give me a Wallet!” you can smile and say sure I’ll get it out for you.
So I’m 6”3 210 pounds long wiry build. My preferred technique is Appendix carry because everything else prints . 45s and 9 mils are what I carry But…….. Recently I’ve discovered the Ruger LCP MAX , Yeah I know not a 380 Fan but a pair of deep pocket pants like Cardhart and it’s not noticeable and comfortable . 380 12 rounds plus P is better than my fist .
Hellcat pro. Warriorland claw holster. 3oclock appendix. Not the most comfortable, but comfortable enough that i don’t mind, and i can draw well from the position. 👍🏼
I appendix carry a Sig P365x Macro in the PHLster Enigma. It took several months and losing a few pounds, but it is by far the most comfortable and fastest to draw. The Enigma is a game changer.
I’d love to see a future video where you find someone that actually regularly carries in each of the positions to talk about their personal position of carry.
I either strong side or cross draw. Back when I was on duty we worked a lot of semi plain clothes. I had a break away holster I wore cross draw with the opening to my front. 1- it rode great between the seat and the door. 2- if I approached someone, I could have it out easy so it was on my lap. 3-no body could get my gun from the rear 4- I could draw much quicker, muzzle was down till I brought it up and I could stand thin. 5- I could stand cross armed with my hand on the grip without looking like I was in a an aggressive stance with my arm back and hand on my gun Some people will argue, but it worked for me
The holster I currently use is made by buck holsters, it's carbon fiber with a leather back. I love having the benefit of my gun held securely with the comfort of leather. I've used several different ones but since I got this bucks holster about 8 months ago I can say it's by far my favorite iwb holster.
4oclock ish position for me Behind the second belt loop but before the third. On most pants. First belt loop being appendix carry second being strong side. Third sometimes 4 being small of the back. I'm between 2 and 3
My PPS40 is perfect appendix carry for me. People worry about returning weapon to holster; easy. Thumb on back of slide will feel the trigger warning pin protruding if trigger is being pulled or is snagged. If you are pushing pistol in by that point and you feel the pin, you stop pushing, simple enough. With a good holster will never happen as long as you use good technique to lift the shirt with the other hand..
OWB I found to most comfortable. Most uncomfortable thing is how tight your belt is to keep your pants from falling. I can deal with jabs from plastic but the belt having to be so tight is the worst.
I apendix carry. Out side of shoulder carry and some forms of OWB carry you are going to flag yourself. Like he said in the video trigger discipline is key. Reason for appendix carry is I do not like putting a gun back into a holster if I cannot see all the way down into the holster before putting my gun away.
I carry AIWB with a shield plus and a concealment express appendix holster, with a dr scholls shoe insert velcroed to the bottom of it, to push it out and keep it from rubbing my thigh. It’s extremely comfortable for me, as I’m not very large, and works well when riding my bike, even with the super aggressive riding position a new sport bike demands. I know there’s a lot of controversy about what it’s aimed at, but honestly all carry positions are going to aim at something you don’t want to shoot, except maybe the three o clock position, if it’s not inside the waistband, and that makes it really hard to conceal, if it’s not cold outside. I think people forget sometimes that no matter where you carry, at some point you’re going to have a weapon that could cause massive amounts of harm pointed at you. Limit the amount you have to handle it, always follow a set of strict safety protocols, and practice, practice, practice.
Appendix carry is pointed at much more vital organs. It's not only pointed at your junk, it's also pointed in the direction of your femoral artery. If for example you kidney carry, you can "afford" to loose a bit of flesh/fat from your ass if the worst case scenario happens. If you're appendix carrying and you shoot your junk or your femoral artery, there's a pretty good chance of bleeding out before help arrives. I'm not trying to tell you how to carry, as that's entirely your choice. Just throwing that information out there for those new to carrying.
@@zues287 I’ve been carrying all of my adult life. There isn’t a single time when I’m carrying aiwb that my gun is pointed at my junk or my femoral artery. Not sitting. Not standing. Not on my bike. However, if I’m carry at four or six, then every, single time I take a step the muzzle of my gun shines my femoral artery. The ONLY safer way to carry concealed would be at three or a bag, and neither of those make sense. I can’t conceal a gun that’s a three o clock, and carrying with it off your person is pointless. Aiwb is the safest option from a concealment standpoint as well as an ease of drawing/defending someone from taking it perspective, for me. Anytime you carry, your gun is, at some point, gong to be pointed in a compromising direction. If it was completely safe to do so, it would be pointless to carry. All you can do is make what you’re doing s safe as possible, and use your head to make up for the rest of it.
@@thagingerninjer5391 it's extremely rare for a gun to go off while it's holstered. A gun goes off while in the process of holstering/unholstering due to human error. Either something catches the trigger while holstering or the trigger finger isn't properly extended. Either way way, human error happens no matter how careful we are. When holstering AIWB, the muzzle IS pointed at those vital organs at some point during the motions. I used to think AIWB was fine until I watched a video where Massad Ayoob explained why he refuses to appendix carry, and it makes sense. Also, the vast majority of fatal holstering accidents happen from AIWB carrying. Statistics don't lie.
I always carry appendix, also, I am 74yrs old and I have never had a problem because I practice finger control, always. Trigger will only get touched when I have the intention of pulling the trigger. I never touch the trigger after cleaning, to see if it still works! Those are stupid and really bad habits to get into. Be safe and don't touch!
Dangerous way to carry if you are engaged in a physical confrontation or a fight for the weapon. If you carry on your dominant side and you have much more use of your non dominant hand, arm, elbow, to thwart off a physical attack than if you carry cross draw. I will admit, it is a comfortable way to carry.
I've watched 007 drive a Aston Martin and shoot his PPK .380? He could out drive anyone while popping off head shots 60yds away, so you may be wrong on that point.
I got a free sticky holster for my ruger and I try to wear it like that it would last 5 min before falling down into my pants legs then I went to academy and got a inside hoster it alot better his point out but mine for a tuck away I keep it on me everyday use
Since I’m a women who has a small frame, I found the only way for myself to carry comfortably is appendix. It is a little annoying sometimes because I need a tank top on many times under clothing. And it does get hot because I live in SC. Now I’m pregnant and have to carry in my purse (which I hate but have no other option). It’s def harder carrying as a women because we like more form fitted clothing.
Everyone is different, i hate kydex holsters and inner wasteband appendix. CANT STAND IT. My favorite is the quikdraw tagua leather outer wasteband holster at 2:30. No one agrees until they try it. Again everybody is different
RE: Strong Side - belt: Paddle should also include removable clips and IWB "J" clips. Likewise, not only is there traditional loop, but also IWB "C" type loops (my personal favorite - goes on like loops but only two small bits of plastic for each loop {usually 2 - so 4 bits show; barely}).
Holy crap! I was in line at a burger place a couple months back. The dude in front of me was carrying shoulder. Only over a t-shirt. Nothing on top of the holster. Brutally uncomfortable feel with having a barrel pointed at me while I stood behind him. I kept moving out of the way as he moved and no matter what I did it kept getting pointed at me. I finally had to say something. He apologized and turned completely the opposite way, so no more pointing directly directly at me. Not a fun experience.
I appendix carry, I have a thinner build and positioned anywhere else it prints through a t-shirt. Wearing another layer is not an option where I live most of the year (CA desert). As long as you use a proper holster and keep your booger hook off the trigger you’ll be fine.
On the hip with an inside the waste, shirt tuck holster. I use one with a built in spare mag pouch. The mag actually helps with printing from pistols with a fuller length grip as it causes a wider crease, holding the shirt off the hip instead of it resting against your pistol. Versacarry leather is my preference, but there’s kydex and many others.
I run a warriorland claw holster and while it’s not super comfortable, it’s not exactly uncomfortable. Works well for me and I’ve trained so much i can draw fast. Not a fan of having to retrain my draw but i can see your point.
One carry position you didn't cover was 2 o'clock (or its left-handed equivalent 10 o"clock). I find this gives the advantages of appendix carry, but more comfortably for the gravitationally enhance community. (25 pounds ago, I used to carry appendix)
I like the 2 o’clock position as well. It seems to suit me, doesn’t give a bad guy behind me the east chance to pull my CCW that is in a 4 o’clock position. Hides well, no imprint as in the 4 o’clock, when you may bend forward, such as when shopping or reaching. The 2 o’clock works for me.
Thats nice and once i would agree all the way with u. A buddy pushed me to kydex and the draw times keep me using that. A good kydex holster with a claw and wedge is 99% as daily comfortable as the best leather ones. But draw practice showed me no issues with kydex and had a hiccup somewhat often with the leather. Its a micro 9mm that i noticed it on. The compact i carried before with leather i didnt have the same issue but the draw speed is still slower. Just giving u something else to think about.
I have always carried at the 6. It’s always been the most comfortable for me. At the end of the day, it’s what is comfortable and accessible. What works now, may not be as accessible in a few years, we might gain weight, have a lingering injury, etc.
I appendix carried a full sized 1911 just to see if I could... and lo and behold I ended up carrying 3 inch 9mm 1911 everyday after I found the best little alien gear universal holster.
My most comfortable IWB carry position is at my 4 o-clock. I have worn it all day around the house and it's so comfortable I sometimes forget it's there.
I carry a Glock 19, IWB at about 4 o’clock. I use a Naked Holster from Essential Holsters. I love this thing. But I’d love to get some input. What are your opinions on this holster/trigger guard belt clip?
Because of all my upper body surgeries that I've had and I just had one four months ago and I have to have one more I have to carry mine on a what's called a belly band holster I ain't crazy about it but it's the most comfortable for me because of all the scar tissues that I have
Appendix has one huge issue for me. You must have a short handgun for it to work. Shortest I'm willing to go is G19 and that sucks in appendix for me. It conceals poorly and is super uncomfortable. I understand with the 43x or 26 it could work, but those guns have too short a slide for my taste. With strong side I can just barely conceal a 9-inch gun and with a shoulder holster I can conceal a hand cannon. But it was cool feeling to pull it off for a few days to try it out.
What type of Apex holster were you running? There are an insane amount to choose from. I've run a TRex Arms AIWB for 3yrs now. Glock 19 and a sidecar mag carrier. I would not consider a G17 or a G34 as a carry pistol in any situation, unlessyour 6'5" and 275lbs . If you dedicated the proper time with a G19 vs a G17 the difference in accuracy is 90% you. I have long fingers and always wear XL gloves. 6" 200lbs and I EDC everyday without fail. Good luck to you friend.
I have carried appendix carry for the past 10 years and I love it. I have a several Remora and Sticky holsters and have carried a Sig Sauer P250 in 9mm or a Ruger LCR 357 Magnum but I shoot 38 +P in it and I feel better carrying this way because I have broken my Right Shoulder twice and it is easier to draw them better.
whichever position you carry, a Holster Must have a hardened well covered trigger guard, and good retention for your ccw. If you are carrying off body, try to keep it in a good holster as previously mentioned and also have a dedicated pocket/partition for it.
I used to spend hours a day in a driving situation as a rep for my company, wearing a suit, shoulder holster was my go to. That said, I now carry small of back as I don't regularly drive for work and it conceals nicely under suits and sport shirts.
Honestly, for me, it entirely depends on the gun and the outfit. Sometimes appendix is the choice bar none, other times IWB strong-side hip is far more comfortable. Of course the best is OWB hip w/coat in the winter.
I got the Galco Alaskan shoulder system for my 1911 and love it, yes it is hard to conceal but for carry in a vehicle it is perfect. The firearm is on the chest and can be rotated down to the left as well for very comfortable carry. Looking forward to the Expo in November!!!!
I've had numerous back surgeries. The only thing comfortable for me is OWB for my 19 or shoulder holster for my kimber dasa .357. IWB is absolutely miserable for me.
As with you, with LE training I have found the duty belt training, makes it more comfortable in the 3 to 4 o'clock position. My concealed carry gun is a early 1960's Colt Cobra, with an old fashion "Hip Grip". It is comfortable and with a little pressure against the belt, it is very secure.
As a large....fat guy, I carry mine in the 2:00 position. There is a location between my belly fat and my hip fat. The gun sits in the fat valley making it print. Plus I can get to it easier. This is for IWB. If I'm carrying OWB, then I'll go with the 3:00 position.
I think S&W oughta partner with some undershirt company for their M&P 2.0. I can walk around all day with it- zero issues. But as a pro driver, it gets sand-papery anywhere you put it after not too long.
yea in the beginning, thats what i thought, ha pointing in the wrong area. but as long as you have ((trigger finger DISCIPLINE)).you dont have anything to worry about..im a small guy, it seems to be hard to carry OWB.just seems to stick out, or maybe i just think it is..
Appendix and paddle holsters can be easily pulled away from a CCW person, including speed clips on the waist band holster (OWB). Closed belt loops are more secured.
Saw this one video that was posted recently where an armed robber was talking people's money and made two of the guys lift up the front of their shirts checking for a gun. Luckily one guy was carrying at the 4 o'clock position and was able to get the jump on the robber.
I have been looking at what’s called the urban carry holster. It goes inside the pants and is drawn up with a flap to reveal the weapon if you have seen these, please let me know what you think about them.
Carried the g3 model every day for about a year now and I can tell you that you won’t regret it as long as you get one of the smaller sizes. It should be common sense that you can’t conceal a full-size comfortably but I’ve seen a lot of complaints about it.
I have the Urban Carry appendix holster for my S&W M&P BodyGuard with. 38 Special +P rounds. Yes, it's a hammerrless revolver, but carries quite comfortably. I got the English Bridal leather and that makes it a little more comfortable. I can draw while sitting or lying down
Àa fellow "front-heavy guy" appendix carry just seems impossible. But I am a lefty which gives an advantage in a car - the seat belt is LESS in the way on the left side.
Appendix iwb for me I'm 6'2 140lbs and pretty hard to carry on the side or anywhere besides my front without printing unless it's winter and I can wear a heavy or thicker zip up hoodie/coat. During the winter I can strong side carry with my 1911 .45 without printing. I can also some how Appendix carry the 1911 until I sit down but with the right movement I can sit comfortably on the first go without crushing one of my boys down stairs. My edc is a Springfield xds 2 3.3 sitting pretty with out smooshing or crunching things down there. Sucks to cc being tall and thin and I also clip onto my pants or shirts behind the instead onto the belt so I can get a closer hold and get rid of the imprint at least 95% or better unless I stretch my arms back. I've practiced plenty of rounds at the range drawing from there and also at home using squid rounds just to get that muscle memory from walking/ standing and sitting. Just in case if someone kicked in my door if my dogs some how didn't hear or feel someone coming up to the house. My furry 4 legged babies do get annoying time to time with the barking when I know I have friends coming over but it's also backed people off my door or yard when they approach "sales people" which I never trust them and or the local church people trying to recruit people to join them. I've heard plenty of stories of those ADT or any security alarm or bug spray or whatever sales person who wants or need to enter for an assessment or whatever BS. My first thought they want to see what toys I have and layout in the house or any security I have. Be safe everyone and always practice practice practice and practice some more.
on strongside hip in vehicle the holster/gun gets hung up in the seat belt and for me, with arthritic shoulders, can't reach back and behind. For me prefer appendix or should rig.
Dumb question. But once I have my concealed carry permit, it lets me carry throughout the state, correct? I don’t need a separate permit unless I move from one county to the other?
For your state yes, but if you’re talking through another state look online what there laws are. If they have constitutional carry you can conceal carry in those states. Just gotta look up because everywhere is different.
@@TexasNativee thank you. I’m just trying to learn the basic laws so I don’t accidentally land myself in prison. Seems like common sense gets me a long way.
Depending on your state, you may want to look closely at city ordinances. For example, I have at least a couple of Denver PD connections and one of them shared with us that the City and County of Denver has an ordinance against concealed carry in public. It can be properly stored in your car. Hopefully Bruen will knock down that particular dominoe soon.
When I drive, since my state is a carry state I have a magnet that my gun sits in. With my disability, it's the best choice for me. Is it a good idea not sure, but for me it's the best option for me.
can you make a video about the best way to transition to concealed carry when leaving a military base and then vice versa. military housing lets us have guns in our house but can't carry on base but i want to carry when i leave base.
Hellcat w/15rd mag , Vedder Holster and a Kore Belt. Worn at about 3:15-3:30. So comfy I can lay on that side and take a nap. I’d love to go appendix, but the ‘ol tactical shelf is in the way. 😉 Driving. It gets stuck against a USCCA leather wrapped magnet (check their online store) that’s screwed to my center console, that rests about my right knee.
I have my 27 in a sticky holster at my 4 o’clock on dominant side and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Appendix is just too uncomfortable in a sitting position.
