Tenicor appendix carry holster development history - Tenicor

This video provides an in-depth look at optimizing concealed carry holsters, focusing on common issues like discomfort and printing. The instructor, with extensive experience and a large holster collection, emphasizes the importance of holster components like claws and wedges, and specific clip systems for various clothing types, including gym shorts and sweatpants. He highlights Blacksmith Tactical and Arrowhead Tactical as preferred brands for their effectiveness and comfort.

This video discusses the controversial stance of Ken Hackathorn regarding red dot sights on pistols, arguing against their advantage at close distances (0-10 yards). The speaker counters with data from USPSA suggesting optic shooters perform better, even at these ranges. The discussion expands to other modern firearm accessories like weapon-mounted lights and appendix holsters, challenging the notion that they are merely 'cool guy' trends. It highlights the growing adoption of optics across various firearm platforms and demographics.

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, informed by Will Workman's expertise as a Firearms Instructor with extensive product testing, details how to optimize appendix carry. It covers selecting a suitable holster, understanding its construction and customization, and crucially, how to enhance both comfort and concealment using accessories like holster wedges. The focus is on achieving a secure, discreet, and comfortable everyday carry setup.

This video explains how holster wedges and claws significantly improve concealed carry comfort and concealability. Wedges, placed on the pelvis, push the gun's grip inward, counteracting body contours like a stomach. When combined with a claw that engages the belt, these accessories work together to press the firearm closer to the body, reducing printing and enhancing concealment.

This guide details how to enhance firearm concealment, particularly in non-belted clothing like gym shorts, using specialized holster accessories. It emphasizes the use of wedges to improve firearm fit and retention against the body, and metal clips (like those from Discreet Carry Clips) for secure attachment to various waistbands. The instructor, with extensive experience in concealed carry, highlights these methods as crucial for seamless year-round carry, even during warmer months when clothing options are limited.

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.