Videos tagged with Holster Selection

This guide addresses common mistakes new handgun owners make, focusing on grip and firearm handling. It emphasizes the importance of a high, firm grip to prevent malfunctions and reduce felt recoil, recommending larger framed pistols for new shooters. The video also touches on proper holster selection and avoiding modifications that can hinder performance.

This video discusses a shift in concealed carry methods, moving away from fanny pack carry due to demonstrated draw time limitations. The speaker, influenced by Charlie Cox's analysis, now favors a four o'clock carry position with accessible holsters for firearms like the Glock 19, 17, and 19X. The content emphasizes the importance of practical draw speed and accessibility in self-defense scenarios.

This guide outlines a simple Everyday Carry (EDC) setup for beginners, emphasizing a layered approach to personal protection. It recommends starting with non-lethal options like pepper spray and a tactical flashlight, followed by essential medical preparedness with a trauma kit. The setup also includes advice on selecting the right gun belt and holster, and crucially, choosing a carry handgun that balances concealability with shootability, stressing the importance of training.

This episode of Guns Podcast US identifies five common and costly mistakes new shooters make, offering practical advice to overcome them. Hosts Brent Weid and Roy Huntington emphasize that acquiring more gear or a fancier gun won't automatically improve shooting skills. They advise focusing on fundamental safety and technique, managing expectations about accessory purchases, and understanding the realities of firearm maintenance and ammunition consumption. The discussion highlights that skill development is a journey, not a destination achieved through equipment alone.

This guide outlines a comprehensive method for selecting a carry pistol, emphasizing a proven track record of reliability from trusted manufacturers like Glock, Smith & Wesson, CZ, and Walther. Key considerations include size and weight for consistent carry, legal compliance, personal ergonomics, and caliber choice, with 9mm being a favored option. The instructor stresses the importance of extensive testing (500-1000 rounds with zero malfunctions) before committing to a firearm for self-defense.

This guide details the process of upgrading a Glock 27 for concealed carry, drawing insights from an experienced firearms instructor. It covers selecting and installing essential components like optics-ready slides (Norso), red dot sights (Gideon ROC), enhanced sights (Ameriglo), and grip modifications (Handle It Grips). The guide also explores optimizing magazine capacity with base plates (Henning Group) and adapters (X-Grip), alongside choosing appropriate holsters (Blacksmith Tactical) and carry methods, including chest rigs (5.11 Tactical).

This guide provides expert techniques for comfortable and effective Appendix Inside-the-Waistband (AIWB) concealed carry, drawing on over 10 years of experience. Key strategies include using an undershirt for comfort, a rigid ratcheting belt for support, and strategically positioning the belt buckle. It also covers critical holster adjustments like ride height, the use of grip-tucking claws, and selecting appropriate holsters for various firearms like the Sig Sauer P365 and Ruger Max-9.

This video offers a comprehensive overview of various holsters suitable for different firearm applications, including competition, everyday concealed carry (EDC), and range days. The speaker, demonstrating high authority from extensive personal experience, details specific holster models from brands like Tier 1 Concealed, Black Scorpion Gear, and Vedder Holsters, explaining their unique features such as Ulticlips, Tek-Loks, and beltless systems like the Phlster Enigma. The guide emphasizes practical considerations for firearm owners seeking optimal concealment and functionality.

This video emphasizes the importance of 'protecting with purpose' through consistent preparation and reliable gear. The speaker, representing Alien Gear Holsters with high authority, highlights the critical role of holster comfort (specifically mentioning the Cloak 3.5 and Photon models) in ensuring consistent everyday carry. Continuous training and building confidence, rather than fear, are presented as the cornerstones of effective self-defense.

Colion Noir, an established firearms expert and attorney, discusses the mental and practical aspects of concealed carry. He details the psychological shift experienced by responsible carriers, the evolution of carry gear from larger firearms to modern micro-compacts, and advocates for carrying with a round in the chamber. Noir also shares his preference for Appendix carry over the traditional 3 o'clock position for improved concealment and situational awareness.

This live stream from SPN Firearms covers a wide range of firearm topics, focusing on everyday carry (EDC) considerations, firearm reliability, and personal opinions on various models. The host discusses his experience with a problematic Sig Sauer P320 in .40 S&W, the nuances of Glock generations, and the importance of proper holster selection for concealed carry. He also touches on ammunition performance, the Ruger RXM, and the Springfield Hellcat, offering practical advice for firearm owners.

This video demonstrates the essential components for concealed carry, focusing on a Glock 19 Gen 4 with a Ramjet and Afterburner, a TXC Covert Go holster, and a Kore Essentials EDC belt. The instructor emphasizes the importance of a rigid belt for secure and easy drawing, showcasing appendix carry and the process of concealing the firearm under a t-shirt.