The Best Concealed Carry Holsters!

This guide provides an expert overview of various concealed carry holster types, including Kydex, leather, belly band, IWB, pocket, ankle, shoulder, appendix, OWB, and small-of-the-back options. It emphasizes that holster selection is highly personal and depends on factors like body type, clothing, and intended use. Key considerations include trigger guard coverage, draw stroke efficiency, comfort, and retention. The guide also offers practical advice on breaking in leather holsters and highlights potential safety concerns with certain holster designs.

This video details a custom-designed concealed carry holster developed in collaboration with Falco Holsters. The speaker highlights its superior retention, comfort features like a leather backing to prevent Kydex contact with skin, and a sweat guard. The holster is presented as a premium, next-level option compared to mass-market alternatives, emphasizing craftsmanship and a lifetime warranty.

John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor, emphasizes that the best concealed carry holster is the one you will consistently carry. He highlights the importance of a secure belt clip that prevents the holster from detaching during a draw, citing potential dangers of cheap holsters. Johnson also discusses various holster materials and carry positions, recommending inside-the-waistband holsters for deep concealment and comfort.

This video, presented by Will Workman of Workman Protection Training, identifies three dangerous types of concealed carry holsters: Uncle Mike's, soft pancake-style, and belly band holsters. The instructor emphasizes that safe holsters must cover the trigger guard, retain the firearm securely, allow consistent access, and maintain their shape upon drawing. He highlights the dangers of trigger manipulation through flimsy holsters and the risk of accidental discharge when re-holstering collapsed or unsafe designs.

This video reviews the 6 best holsters for open carry in 2023. It highlights specific OWB (Outside the Waistband) holsters from brands like High Speed Gear, Black Scorpion, Concealment Express, Versacarry, and BLACKHAWK. The presenter emphasizes that these are recommended for open carry, with a disclaimer that viewers have been warned. The description includes affiliate links for purchasing the featured gear, encouraging viewers to support the channel. It also prompts viewers to like and subscribe.

This video focuses on essential features a concealed carry holster must possess to ensure safety and comfort for everyday carry. The instructor, John, emphasizes that regardless of material (leather, Kydex, nylon), the holster must be comfortable enough to be worn daily. He highlights that comfort is key to consistent carry and, therefore, to the effectiveness of concealed carry for self-defense. The video also promotes the instructor's firearms training classes and social media presence.

This video critically reviews five handguns deemed unsuitable for concealed carry by TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator. The analysis focuses on practical issues like reliability, concealability, metallurgy, and effectiveness in self-defense scenarios, highlighting specific models from Bersa, Ruger, Taurus, Magnum Research, and Kel-Tec. The speaker's extensive experience and direct references to personal ownership and observed failures lend significant authority to his assessments.

The Yankee Marshal provides a practical, budget-conscious review of new handguns available for under $200, focusing on reliability and self-defense utility for a college student. He highlights five specific models, detailing their pros and cons based on extensive personal experience and current market pricing, emphasizing value for money in the entry-level firearm market.

TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator with practical self-defense knowledge, outlines critical 'don'ts' for concealed carry. He emphasizes avoiding dangerous methods like Mexican carry and pocket carry without holsters, and discourages less secure options such as small of back, improper shoulder holster use, and ankle carry. The guide stresses the importance of proper holsters with reliable retention and safe access, drawing on real-world safety incidents and extensive personal experience.

This guide, informed by TheYankeeMarshal's extensive experience with 14 1911s, helps viewers navigate the diverse 1911 market. It provides specific recommendations based on budget and intended use, from entry-level Springfield Armory GI series to concealed carry options like the Kimber Pro Carry and Para Slim Hawg, value-packed Springfield Armory Loaded series, near-custom Dan Wesson CBOB, and the highly recommended Colt Combat Commander as a customizable platform.