IWB ????

[scott46052]

After decades of EDC how in the hell do people do IWB ,Ive tried seems like it always pokes in the belly when i sit down ,Im 6ft 190 lbs so it's not a fat thing ,Then there's it feels like it will blow my junk off if it accidently went off and yes it probably never will but i only got 1 junk ,do you face your junk one way and the pistol the other . What am i doing wrong ive tried 4 or 5 IWB holsters

 

[Dean C.]

Are you appendix carrying IWB or more at 3/4 O'Clock?

 

[Born2vette]

I carry iwb at 3:30-4:00 but am short and fat. I do have an AIWB holster to use with my CZ Rami but that’s a 3” barrel.

 

[Cameramonkey]

Easy. You are confusing IWB with the more specific appendix carry.

I carry IWB at 4:30. Nice and comfy, and if God forbid it does go off, I can spare some butt cheek.

I tried Appendix. Cant stand it. Hard to sit. Hard to bend over at the waist. Just thank God I went to Crossbreed Seconds and am only out $30 for a surplus holster. Gave up after 2 hours or so.

 

[scott46052]

Are you appendix carrying IWB or more at 3/4 O'Clock?

Appendix mostly , maybe i should try 3-4 ,good point !!

 

[scott46052]

Are you appendix carrying IWB or more at 3/4 O'Clock?

Good idea , i will try 3-4:30 maybe i can take that

 

[LtScott14]

I'm not an Appendix guy. IWB at that 3-4:00 goes well, and I prefer leather vs kydex.
Go brand name rig, doesn't have to be 3 month wait custom made model.
Of course, you get what you pay for.

Bianchi, Galco, DeSantis are my favs, but even a Craft or Tagua does work too. They wet mold your firearm to fit. I stay away from thumbsnap models if concealed. Just well fit does the job.

They should be a bit tight on new purchase, but loosen up in use. I have super strong clip ons, snap loops, and some go belt or IWB. I try different combos, and store the rest.

Get a weak hand rig too. I had a wrenched shoulder once, and swapped dominant sides to carry my Duty weapon.(Sig 226) IWB. Yeah it's different feel.

 

[bwframe]

I've done IWB daily for the last 15ish years. I carry at 3:00 or even slightly further forward, depending on how the pistol grip lays under my cover garment.

Double mags are carried OWB at 9:00

 

[scott46052]

I've done IWB daily for the last 15ish years. I carry at 3:00 or even slightly further forward, depending on how the pistol grip lays under my cover garment.

Double mags are carried OWB at 9:00

Thx Sounds like a plan

 

[mbkintner]

After decades of EDC how in the hell do people do IWB ,Ive tried seems like it always pokes in the belly when i sit down ,Im 6ft 190 lbs so it's not a fat thing ,Then there's it feels like it will blow my junk off if it accidently went off and yes it probably never will but i only got 1 junk ,do you face your junk one way and the pistol the other . What am i doing wrong ive tried 4 or 5 IWB holsters

Are you using a holster designed specifically for AIWB? That makes a huge difference.

 

[indyblue]

When I carry, I WB, it’s at 9 o’clock (I am a South Paw). I can’t do apendix, it doesn’t work well when I lean over the table to make a pool shot.

Even then, I prefer to carry 0WB when playing pool.

 

[cbhausen]

Look up PHLster Holsters. Enigma or Enigma Express with one of their dedicated AIWB holsters (or one compatible with their chassis systems).

Get the pistol off your belt line and anyone can carry AIWB. That’s what the Enigma and Enigma Express do.

These PHLster holsters don’t come out of the box ready for everyday carry. You need to do your homework regarding initial buying options and customizing the fit.

The folks at PHLster liken fitting a holster to fitting a prosthetic device. A holstered firearm is a foreign object in intimate contact with the human body and the same careful consideration regarding fit must be made.

PHLSTER Kydex Holsters & Every Day Carry Accessories

PHLster provides kydex holsters, medical accessories, & education designed for real world applications at the cutting edge of concealed carry.

www.phlsterholsters.com

 

[scott46052]

Look up PHLster Holsters. Enigma or Enigma Express with one of their dedicated AIWB holsters (or one compatible with their chassis systems).

Get the pistol off your belt line and anyone can carry AIWB. That’s what the Enigma and Enigma Express do.

These PHLster holsters don’t come out of the box ready for everyday carry. You need to do your homework regarding initial buying options and customizing the fit.

The folks at PHLster liken fitting a holster to fitting a prosthetic device. A holstered firearm is a foreign object in intimate contact with the human body and the same careful consideration regarding fit must be made.

PHLSTER Kydex Holsters & Every Day Carry Accessories

PHLster provides kydex holsters, medical accessories, & education designed for real world applications at the cutting edge of concealed carry.

www.phlsterholsters.com

awesome i will check them out

 

[BehindBlueI's]

AIWB is *very* holster/gun/belt/body dependent. I think the most equipment dependent sort of carry to get right comfortably and safely. Slightly behind the strong side hip IWB is dead nuts easy and can be accomplished with much less trial and error.

 

[nucular]

I do AIWB with both standard clip holsters as well as Enigmas. The Enigmas are by far the most adjustable and comfortable. I have no issues with comfort or movement unless I am trying to tie my right shoe and am carrying a compact or larger.

 

[bobzilla]

AIWB is *very* holster/gun/belt/body dependent. I think the most equipment dependent sort of carry to get right comfortably and safely. Slightly behind the strong side hip IWB is dead nuts easy and can be accomplished with much less trial and error.

This. I haven't carried IWB for a while because I haven't gotten another good IWB holster, but when I did it was 3-4 o'clock

 

[DadSmith]

AIWB is *very* holster/gun/belt/body dependent. I think the most equipment dependent sort of carry to get right comfortably and safely. Slightly behind the strong side hip IWB is dead nuts easy and can be accomplished with much less trial and error.

That's where i carry mine around the 4 o'clock position.
I've tested, and yes it's slightly slower to draw, and fire on, and hit the target, but it's not enough I hope to make that much difference.
People need to understand that they really need to do a lot of reps drawing from their carry position, and holster of choice.
I've seen many I've taught change not only their holster choice, but the clothing they wear, and how they wear it after having them dress, and carry like they would normally then try to draw quickly and fire on and hit the target.
Clothing slowing them down, junk holster style also causing problems.

 

[WebSnyper]

For IWB, I prefer sliding it back on the strong side hip to where I find comfortable and using a hybrid (kydex shell with leather backer) holster, such as Galco King Tuk, or Crossbreed super or mini tuck if available for a given gun. Been carrying that way for years. Good belt, such as a Daltechforce Super Biobelt, is very helpful as well. Also, buy your belt a size bigger, and go with pants that can accomodate as well.

 

[BehindBlueI's]

That's where i carry mine around the 4 o'clock position.
I've tested, and yes it's slightly slower to draw, and fire on, and hit the target, but it's not enough I hope to make that much difference.
People need to understand that they really need to do a lot of reps drawing from their carry position, and holster of choice.
I've seen many I've taught change not only their holster choice, but the clothing they wear, and how they wear it after having them dress, and carry like they would normally then try to draw quickly and fire on and hit the target.
Clothing slowing them down, junk holster style also causing problems.

Marginally slower from most gamer start positions. Faster from the "I'm handing you my wallet, dude, chill" position.

The only reason I carry appendix, when I do are:
1) Conceals better during more active pursuits, bending, leaning, reaching sort of things.
2) Doesn't interfere with hip belt of backpack
3) Easier to access if seat belted in with a suit jacket/sport coat on

 

[Magyars]

Never got comfortable with IWB.
I have no problem carrying on the belt, just behind my hip.