T.Rex Arms Sidecar Kydex Holster Review and Demo

This video reviews ten top pistol holsters for 2026, focusing on concealed carry and duty applications. It highlights features like appendix carry optimization, modularity, optic and suppressor sight compatibility, and retention systems. The expert emphasizes the importance of a comfortable, secure, and concealable holster for daily carry, recommending specific models based on their design and functionality.

John Lovell of Warrior Poet Society critically evaluates a bellyband holster, highlighting significant issues with concealment, firearm retention, and trigger guard safety. The review dismisses the tested $30 MFT bellyband as inadequate and unsafe, emphasizing the need for holsters that keep firearms tight and protected. Lovell seeks audience recommendations for superior bellyband alternatives for women.

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 guide details the principles of appendix carry, a concealed carry method favored for its speed and accessibility. It highlights three key reasons for its adoption: exceptionally fast draw times, maximum accessibility in various scenarios (including vehicle or ground fighting), and its role as a motivator for maintaining physical fitness. The technique emphasizes proper holster placement and drawing mechanics.

This guide details the setup and use of the N8 Tactical Xecutive IWB Holster, presented by an experienced reviewer. It covers holster adjustment, firearm insertion, draw practice, and concealment assessment, emphasizing comfort for all-day wear, particularly for appendix carry. The holster is noted for its Kydex construction, optic cut, suppressor-height sight channel, and lifetime warranty, offering high value for concealed carriers.

This guide details how to assemble and customize a Tenicor CERTUM Kydex holster for optimal concealed carry. It emphasizes finding the perfect carry position through trial and error, marking the holster with a pencil, and then installing the clips and camming bars accordingly. The process is explained for both appendix and hip carry, highlighting the importance of adjustability for comfort and concealability.

This video from Warrior Poet Society, featuring John Lovell, humorously debunks the myth of Glocks being made of porcelain and undetectable by metal detectors. It references the fictional Glock 7 from Die Hard 2, clarifying that real Glocks are not made of ceramic and are standard firearms. Lovell's high authority as a professional firearms instructor is evident in his clear explanation and proper handling.

This guide outlines a method for introducing new, potentially apprehensive individuals to firearms, as demonstrated by John Lovell. It emphasizes a controlled, safe, and positive first experience, starting with small calibers and instructor-led handling, before progressing to larger platforms. The approach prioritizes building confidence and dispelling fear through expert guidance and adherence to strict safety protocols.

This video from Warrior Poet Society, featuring John Lovell, humorously illustrates that while a shooter might achieve accuracy from an unstable stance, true shooting proficiency requires a stable base for balance and recoil management. Lovell, a former Army Ranger, emphasizes that a proper stance is fundamental, not just for accuracy but for overall control and readiness. The demonstration shows how instability leads to a loss of balance after firing, highlighting the practical importance of a solid stance.

John Lovell, a professional tactical instructor, demonstrates the correct way to utilize a vertical foregrip on an AR-15. He advises against a 'gangster' grip, instead promoting a technique where the foregrip is used as a hand stop to pull the rifle into the shoulder for better recoil control. The guide also covers using the foregrip to brace against obstacles for increased shooting platform stability.