Holster & Unholster from Appendix/Hip

This guide details modifications for an appendix carry holster to improve comfort and magazine retention during competition. The user adds padding to the back of the holster to reduce pressure on the pelvic bone and attaches a magnetic strip to the holster clip for easy access to a spare magazine. These adjustments aim to enhance the shooting experience in competitive environments, particularly for appendix carriers.

This review covers Hidden Hybrid Holsters for the Sig Sauer P365 and Smith & Wesson Shield Plus, focusing on comfort, concealment, and functionality. The presenter highlights the adjustable nature of some holsters, the quality of materials, and their performance during a range session, noting comfort for extended wear and ease of draw.

This guide details a technique for appendix carry draws, emphasizing the critical role of clearing the cover garment. Expert instruction from Tenicor highlights that draw failures often stem from garment entanglement rather than grip issues. The method involves a specific grip progression and a support-hand technique to efficiently manage clothing, ensuring a consistent and reliable draw under various conditions.

This video compares the Tenicor Vela Lux and Certum Lux4 holsters, highlighting key differences in design and intended use. The Vela Lux features a dedicated body contour optimized for appendix carry, while the Certum Lux4 lacks this contour, making it more versatile for hip carry and customizable with wedges. Both holsters utilize Mod 4 clips with varying cant adjustments and offer multiple clip positions. The choice depends on the user's preferred carry style and desire for customization.

This video explains how to adjust the clip height on Inside-the-Waistband (IWB) holsters to optimize firearm access and concealment. Lowering the clips raises the firearm for easier drawing, while raising the clips lowers it for better concealment. The presenter advises experimenting to find the best balance for individual comfort and carry needs.

This video features an experienced firearm instructor discussing critical aspects of home defense, concealed carry, and firearm ownership. Key takeaways include selecting appropriate firearms like the Mossberg Shockwave, AR-15, or various pistols based on individual needs and training, the importance of consistent, realistic training, and understanding the legalities surrounding suppressors under the NFA. The discussion also covers concealed carry methods, the pros and cons of red dot sights, and the role of body armor, emphasizing the profound ethical and legal responsibilities of gun ownership and mental preparedness.

This video demonstrates an advanced self-defense technique for surviving an armed robbery. An expert instructor showcases how to de-escalate, comply to create a distraction, and execute a rapid concealed draw from an Appendix (AIWB) position to neutralize the threat. The demonstration highlights weapon retention and close-quarters combat proficiency.

This guide, presented by Jeff from Tenicor, outlines five common mistakes new concealed carriers make. It emphasizes choosing appropriate holsters and belts, selecting suitable clothing, finding a balance between firearm size and shootability, and carrying with a round in the chamber. The advice focuses on practical application and safety for everyday carry.

This guide outlines the four universal firearms handling rules, emphasizing their critical importance as they are 'written in blood' due to past tragedies. The rules are: 1. All guns are always loaded. 2. Never point a gun at anything you're not willing to shoot or destroy. 3. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target. 4. Be sure of your target and what's behind and beyond it. The video, presented with authoritative instruction from a professional instructor, also touches on the 'Be Polite' rule and the distinction between universal safety rules and specific range protocols.

This guide details safe reholstering techniques for appendix carry, emphasizing visual control and body positioning to prevent self-injury. Expert Jeff from Tenicor, with over 25 years of daily carry experience, demonstrates the 'muzzle wedge' method, crucial for appendix inside-the-waistband (AIWB) holsters. The advice is geared towards intermediate carriers looking to refine their safety protocols.