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Defensive Carry Holsters & Carry Options There are some really good defensive carry holster designs, as well as some very bad ones on the market today. Whether you are in the market for a new holster or just discovered another perfect carry option, let us know about it here.

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Old January 12th, 2008, 10:12 PM   #11
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No appendix carry for me...too uncomfortable...I just cannot imagine sitting down with that mode of carry.

But then others would find SOB (really at 5:00-5:30) uncomfortable, but I don't even know it's there...even when sitting.

Just shows that everyone is different...do what works for YOU!

Stay armed...comfortably...stay safe!
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Old January 12th, 2008, 11:05 PM   #12
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In force on force training, it's pretty much been proven that appendix carry results in faster draws on target.

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Old January 12th, 2008, 11:15 PM   #13
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I prefer appendix carry for my j-frame and short autos. I did, however, just get an MTAC for my M&P40c and it is one comfortable holster.
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Old January 13th, 2008, 01:06 AM   #14
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Love it. Makes total sense for me.
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Old January 13th, 2008, 09:23 AM   #15
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If I do go IWB with the 442 it's at appendix. My thoughts on appendix holsters;

They need an adjustable cant (like an Andrews MacDaniel) to find the perfect fit either forwards or back.

Since it's a one point attachment, they need a solid wide offset loop and not a clip that may pop off when sitting.

Absolutely must be a minimalist holster with no extra length or bulk at the end of the barrel area /bottom of holster. The end of the barrel needs to be flush with the bottom of the holster.
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Old January 13th, 2008, 05:02 PM   #16
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I like to carry appendix alot of the time like when I'm at work. I am a pressman and on my feet all day with alot of leaning into my presses, bending, squating, etc. With all the bending over anything from 3 o'clock and back prints pretty bad. Appendix works great for these times, however I totally agree with semperfi.45 in relation to what the holster needs to work properly. I would buy one that meets the criteria.
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Old January 13th, 2008, 05:25 PM   #17
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I appendix carry my j-frame exclusively.
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Old January 13th, 2008, 05:40 PM   #18
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Thanks, everybody for the feed back and advice. I have one more question: It sounds like a lot of you are very specific about where the gun should be carried - would any of you mind taking a picture holding the firearm in the position you prefer for carry, to simulate how the holster would have to hold it? Thanks again,

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I'm rather rotund and can't appendix my P99 but I would buy an appendix carry for a PPS. I believe I could tolerate some minor discomfort while sitting for short periods of time. But I would like it to be easy to attach to my belt so I could slip it on after removing it. I drive quite a bit so easy removal and putting back on would be a big plus.
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Thanks, everybody for the feed back and advice. I have one more question: It sounds like a lot of you are very specific about where the gun should be carried - would any of you mind taking a picture holding the firearm in the position you prefer for carry, to simulate how the holster would have to hold it? Thanks again,

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I would love to just see some pics of the holster on the person. I just received my 2-O'clock from Comp-Tac and haven't quite found the "sweet spot". I really want to give this a try before returning for a CTAC or MTAC.

I have a PM9 for the holster and so far, it's home (very comfortable home might I add) has been in my SmartCarry.

Any pictures you fellas can offer are greatly appreciated.

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