Safariland Holsters: Getting a New Gun Holster when Others Don’t Have What I Need

This guide details the proper technique for installing and removing a holster equipped with Discrete Carry Concepts (DCC) clips, as demonstrated by a Tenicor representative. The method emphasizes using mechanical leverage with the heel of the hand as a pivot point, rather than brute force, to overcome the clips' high clamping force. This technique ensures secure retention while allowing for efficient on and off-body transitions.

This video by former CIA officer Jason Hanson demonstrates four methods for surreptitiously drawing a concealed firearm. Techniques covered include using shoulder holsters, pocket carry (emphasizing proper holsters and pants), ankle carry (best suited for drivers), and off-body carry in bags or purses. The core principle across all methods is to maintain a discreet posture while preparing for a rapid and effective draw when a threat is perceived. Hanson stresses the importance of practice with a safe and empty firearm to ensure proficiency and proper equipment function.

Instructor Mike, a professional firearms instructor with experience in correctional facilities, emphasizes the critical importance of secure holsters. He highlights how easily standard holsters can be compromised and demonstrates the benefits of a Level 2 retention holster, like the Gun & Flower Universal Holster, which requires an index finger release. This type of holster is compatible with over 100 handgun models and offers adjustable retention blocks for a precise fit, significantly enhancing firearm security against unauthorized access.

This guide details how to effectively draw and shoot from the Privy tablet case, a method of off-body carry. It emphasizes practicing the draw stroke, adapting to close-quarters versus open scenarios, and ensuring the firearm can be accessed quickly and discreetly. The instructor, a former CIA officer, highlights the importance of training with off-body carry methods.

Colion Noir, an expert in concealed carry with years of experience, addresses the debate around appendix carry (AIWB). He acknowledges its performance benefits like superior concealment and faster draws but emphasizes that choosing not to appendix carry is often a deliberate risk assessment, not a sign of being untrained. Noir highlights the inherent mechanical risks of AIWB, particularly concerning the femoral artery, and stresses the importance of a cautious reholstering process. Ultimately, he advocates for personal choice in carry methods based on confidence and risk management, cautioning against dogmatic shaming.

This video from Louisiana Firearms demonstrates critical gun store etiquette violations, including unsafe firearm handling and drawing a pistol indoors. It also features a product recommendation for the SureFire X300 Turbo weapon light, with the instructor sharing personal use insights. The content highlights the importance of safe practices when handling firearms in retail environments.

This video provides expert guidance from Instructor Mike on how an Illinois concealed carrier should comply with police during a traffic stop. It details maintaining officer safety, proper disclosure of a concealed firearm, and presenting identification and permits from a lanyard to avoid sudden movements. The instructor emphasizes proactive communication and adherence to safety protocols taught in his courses.

Instructor Mike, identified as a Firearms Instructor, provides expert guidance on secure firearm storage within a vehicle. He strongly advocates for carrying the firearm on your person as the most secure method, with shoulder holsters presented as a viable alternative. The video explicitly discourages several common but unsafe storage locations, including between seats, sun visors, door pockets, near the steering column, center consoles, and glove boxes, highlighting the risks associated with each.

This video from Instructor Mike critiques an off-duty officer's poor tactical choices while working a side job. Key takeaways include the dangers of wearing a hoodie that obstructs peripheral vision and the risks associated with using earbuds that diminish auditory awareness. Instructor Mike emphasizes the importance of maintaining situational awareness even when off-duty or in a secondary role.

This video demonstrates a traffic stop scenario involving Instructor Mike and a Chicago police officer. It highlights the importance of maintaining visible hands during an interaction and provides a practical example of how to communicate effectively with law enforcement. The officer issues a warning for a missing license plate, emphasizing the need for proper vehicle documentation.