Videos tagged with DIY Holster Mod

This video demonstrates the installation of the We The People Holsters IWB Holster Foam Backer, designed to enhance comfort for Every Day Carry (EDC). The foam backer attaches via adhesive to the body-side of a Kydex holster, providing a softer contact point against the body. The process is straightforward, focusing on improving the user experience of concealed carry equipment.

This guide details how to modify a Blackhawk Omnivore holster to accommodate a Surefire X300UB weapon light. The process involves identifying and removing an internal obstruction using tools like a file and a wood chisel, with a strong emphasis on safety and avoiding over-modification. The presenter shares a cautionary tale about accidentally creating a hole in the holster.

This guide explains why a standard holster may not fit a handgun equipped with an optic, detailing how the optic changes the firearm's profile. It presents three solutions: buying a new optic-ready holster, purchasing an optics-ready holster like the 945 Industries model, or modifying an existing holster by carefully removing the interfering plastic to accommodate the optic without losing retention.

This guide details how to create a custom holster wedge for improved appendix carry comfort using readily available materials like a yoga block and adhesive Velcro. The process involves cutting and shaping the yoga block, attaching Velcro to both the wedge and the holster, and then combining them for a personalized fit. This DIY approach allows for adjustable comfort without purchasing additional gear.

This guide details a DIY method to convert the PHLster Enigma holster system into a sidecar-style setup with an integrated spare magazine carrier. The process involves combining components from PHLster, Henry Holster, and JM Custom Kydex to achieve a functional and comfortable concealed carry solution. The presenter emphasizes the simplicity of the modification despite requiring parts from multiple manufacturers.

This guide details a modification for Safariland ALS holsters designed for 1911 pistols to improve user ergonomics. The process involves carefully removing a small, obstructive piece of material near the ALS locking mechanism using a Dremel tool and sandpaper, making it easier to disengage the lock and draw the firearm. The modification aims to enhance accessibility without compromising the holster's primary function.

This guide details the process of installing T1 Clips onto a Tenicor holster. The steps involve carefully placing and aligning the square nuts, then securing the T1 clips with screws. The video emphasizes the adjustability of the clips for height and cant, and demonstrates how to achieve proper alignment for a secure fit. Basic tools like a Phillips or flathead screwdriver are sufficient for this installation.

This guide details modifications for the PHLster Enigma system, specifically addressing comfort and concealment challenges for petite individuals. It covers replacing buckles, adding skin protection, mitigating ride-up with DIY solutions and the Sport Belt, and highlights the benefits of the Enigma Express. The insights are based on one year of daily carry experience from a recognized expert in female-specific concealed carry solutions.

Chris Sajnog, a Navy SEAL firearms instructor, provides a guide on adjusting Kydex holsters, specifically mentioning Triple Z Custom Works. The process involves using a heat gun or hairdryer to carefully heat and reshape the Kydex around the trigger guard to tighten retention or along the slide to loosen it. He emphasizes constant movement of the heat source and testing adjustments on the belt for proper fit and retention, while also reinforcing fundamental firearm safety rules.

This guide details a DIY project to create a custom vehicle handgun retention system using a Blackhawk Serpa holster. The modification involves converting the holster to friction retention and heat-shaping its backing for a flush mount to a vehicle's center console. The result is a secure, accessible firearm storage solution for vehicle interiors, with a strong emphasis on safety during installation and use. The project is presented with a practical, hands-on approach by TheYankeeMarshal.