offbody carry isn't bad, you're just doing it wrong

This expert-level guide from Tenicor demonstrates how specific holster features can significantly improve concealed carry by mitigating 'printing.' The instructor explains that even small firearms can be visible through clothing, but features like a 'wing,' 'claw,' or 'camming bar' on a holster use the belt to rotate the grip inward, enhancing concealment. This technique is crucial for anyone looking to carry a firearm discreetly.

This video, presented by CajunBoyJake, argues against carrying firearms unchambered, highlighting the critical time disadvantage and the negative impact of adrenaline on fine motor skills during a high-stress event. The instructor emphasizes that modern firearms possess sufficient passive safeties for chambered carry and that proper training is the key to safe and effective self-defense, not avoiding a chambered round. Carrying unchambered creates a false sense of security and leaves the user less prepared.

This expert-level guide, presented by CajunBoyJake, analyzes the critical difference in readiness between revolvers and semi-automatic handguns when carrying 'one in the chamber'. It highlights that while some fear negligent discharges with chambered semi-autos, carrying without a round chambered significantly delays the first shot. A practical draw-and-fire test demonstrates that revolvers are typically the fastest to deploy, followed by chambered semi-autos, then non-chambered semi-autos, emphasizing the tactical advantage of a ready firearm.

This video demonstrates essential cold-weather concealed carry techniques from GBRS Group. An experienced instructor showcases a rapid draw from under a jacket, target engagement, and a tactical reload using a pocket-carried spare magazine, highlighting the efficiency of Nemo magnetic magazines. The guide emphasizes situational assessment post-engagement and efficient reloads for continued threat mitigation.

This guide details three concealed carry methods: crossbody bag, appendix carry on an EDC belt, and pocket carry. The crossbody bag offers convenience, appendix carry provides good accessibility, and pocket carry is suitable for micro-pistols but carries higher controversy. The instructor emphasizes practical demonstration and safety considerations for each method.

This guide, informed by an experienced instructor from USCCA, evaluates the pros and cons of chest packs versus hip packs for off-body concealed carry. Chest packs offer rapid access but are overtly tactical, while hip packs conceal better but require more vulnerable access. The expert emphasizes that regardless of bag type, extensive training is paramount for safe and effective self-protection.

This video explains the importance of proper red dot sight zeroing for firearms. It highlights the common mistake of zeroing at 5 yards, which leads to inaccurate shots at longer distances due to the sight's height over bore. A 15-yard zero for 9mm handguns is recommended for a flatter trajectory, hitting the point of aim at 15 yards and often again at 50 yards.

The Kel-Tec P50 is a unique firearm chambered in 5.7x28mm, notable for its extremely lightweight design and surprisingly low recoil, even with a 20-round capacity. Despite a long trigger pull, its performance, with a 40-grain projectile at 1600 fps, offers comparable stopping power to .380 ACP with less felt recoil. The P50 utilizes an unusual top-loading stripper clip mechanism.

This video emphasizes aiming for the pelvis in defensive scenarios, explaining its structural importance for immobilizing a threat. It highlights this technique as effective against body armor and taller opponents. The content features a 2011-style pistol with a red dot optic and discusses tactical target selection with a humorous, direct approach.

This video clarifies the true purpose of co-witnessing red dot sights with iron sights. It emphasizes that they should operate independently, with the red dot's position within the optic window not affecting the point of impact due to parallax-free design. Co-witnessing is primarily for backup when the electronic sight fails, not for simultaneous aiming.