First Time IWB

realitycramp · May 26th, 2008, 05:04 PM

Carried IWB for the first time today in a Hidden Ally from High Noon. Was really pleased how comfortable it was at 4 o'clock with a Cardinals jersey tucked in. Tried appendix but that will take some getting used to and could not get it positioned quite right. Was glad to have my pocket freed up also.

Ran into the real problem with 4 o'clock IWB in a tuckable holster when I went to a theatre here that was posted. disarming was a royal pain. Will definitely need to practice that. Retucking around an empty holster was difficult. I will definitely try to avoid places that are posted from now on...

High Noon · May 26th, 2008, 05:20 PM

Glad you like it!!! We are fans of Appendix carry at HNH. Like it for driving and sitting at a desk, for us there is no faster place to have it.

Here is a tip that may help if you sit alot. Questions

Take Care
Justin

Craiger · May 26th, 2008, 05:22 PM

Welcome to IWB club Its a great feeling when you find that sweet spot for holsters, just a note though be carefull with empty IWB holsters if they do not have a reenforced band at the opening they can over time flaten out making it harder to reholster, so if your able you might be better off removing the holster when disarming~ Good luck and always wear you can.

realitycramp · May 26th, 2008, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by High Noon

Glad you like it!!! We are fans of Appendix carry at HNH. Like it for driving and sitting at a desk, for us there is no faster place to have it.

Here is a tip that may help if you sit alot. Questions

Take Care
Justin

Thanks for the link. It is the sitting position that was causing the problem. I will continue to experiment. Kudos for such a good product at a very reasonable price.

Will PM with a holster specific question.

realitycramp · May 27th, 2008, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by High Noon

Glad you like it!!! We are fans of Appendix carry at HNH. Like it for driving and sitting at a desk, for us there is no faster place to have it.

Here is a tip that may help if you sit alot. Questions

Take Care
Justin

Carrying appendix today. So far so good. By this evening I will either be grumpy or very happy. Also, thanks for the PM on the holster adjustment. Good customer service.

Any chance of different clip options in the near future? Really wishing for a velcro clip on this holster.

High Noon · May 27th, 2008, 04:42 PM

Clip options, not right now but a great idea. It would not be that hard cause we produce that clip in house.

As for your IWB today, give it time. If its that uncomfortable take it off and then the next day increase your time wearing it. In no time you will be able to carry all day without even knowing.

Take Care
Alex

bluelineman · May 28th, 2008, 12:15 AM

What are you carrying?

DistantHorizon · May 28th, 2008, 12:23 AM

I appendix carry my Glock 26 with the Hidden Ally. I am at the point where removing the holster (gun and all), is quick and easy:

I put my weak-hand thumb on top of the clip, first two fingers at the bottom of the clip, flex the bottom of the clip out past the belt and pull up. My strong hand thumb and first finger hold the belt so it doesn't rise when I pull the holster up. Once the clip has cleared the belt, I am able to get a better grasp on the gun and holster (still with my weak hand), and finish removing it. YMMV (your mileage may vary), but it works real well for me.

I don't carry the holster empty for the reason Craiger mentioned. I'd post pictures, but my digital camera is deceased; I've wanted to post pictures too, just to brag on this holster - price point, construction, and performance are great IMHO.

realitycramp · May 28th, 2008, 01:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DistantHorizon

I appendix carry my Glock 26 with the Hidden Ally. I am at the point where removing the holster (gun and all), is quick and easy:

I put my weak-hand thumb on top of the clip, first two fingers at the bottom of the clip, flex the bottom of the clip out past the belt and pull up. My strong hand thumb and first finger hold the belt so it doesn't rise when I pull the holster up. Once the clip has cleared the belt, I am able to get a better grasp on the gun and holster (still with my weak hand), and finish removing it. YMMV (your mileage may vary), but it works real well for me.

I don't carry the holster empty for the reason Craiger mentioned. I'd post pictures, but my digital camera is deceased; I've wanted to post pictures too, just to brag on this holster - price point, construction, and performance are great IMHO.

Thanks. Will give it a try.

Also still carrying continuously appendix IWB all day. Not bad at all. Works really well.

High Noon · May 28th, 2008, 01:32 AM

Just a thought, the upgrade to that holster is here Public Secret w/clip

You may not be ready for it at this point, but its something to think about if you go to a shooting class. Its much thicker but it has to be to support all the extras.

Take Care
Alex

May 26th, 2008, 05:04 PM	#1
realitycramp Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 157	First Time IWB Carried IWB for the first time today in a Hidden Ally from High Noon. Was really pleased how comfortable it was at 4 o'clock with a Cardinals jersey tucked in. Tried appendix but that will take some getting used to and could not get it positioned quite right. Was glad to have my pocket freed up also. Ran into the real problem with 4 o'clock IWB in a tuckable holster when I went to a theatre here that was posted. disarming was a royal pain. Will definitely need to practice that. Retucking around an empty holster was difficult. I will definitely try to avoid places that are posted from now on... __________________ Facts are negotiable, perceptions are not.

May 26th, 2008, 05:20 PM	#2
High Noon Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: FLorida Posts: 151	Glad you like it!!! We are fans of Appendix carry at HNH. Like it for driving and sitting at a desk, for us there is no faster place to have it. Here is a tip that may help if you sit alot. Questions Take Care Justin __________________ High Noon Holsters www.highnoonholsters.com

May 26th, 2008, 05:22 PM	#3
Craiger Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Vermont USA Posts: 236	Welcome to IWB club Its a great feeling when you find that sweet spot for holsters, just a note though be carefull with empty IWB holsters if they do not have a reenforced band at the opening they can over time flaten out making it harder to reholster, so if your able you might be better off removing the holster when disarming~ Good luck and always wear you can. __________________ 1911PW USMC Precision Accuracy & Combat Toughness http://www.1911pw.com Last edited by Craiger; May 26th, 2008 at 07:55 PM..

May 27th, 2008, 04:42 PM	#6
High Noon Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: FLorida Posts: 151	Clip options, not right now but a great idea. It would not be that hard cause we produce that clip in house. As for your IWB today, give it time. If its that uncomfortable take it off and then the next day increase your time wearing it. In no time you will be able to carry all day without even knowing. Take Care Alex __________________ High Noon Holsters www.highnoonholsters.com

May 28th, 2008, 12:15 AM	#7
bluelineman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 854	What are you carrying? __________________ Support the Wounded Troops Medal of Honor Recipients, Iraq

May 28th, 2008, 12:23 AM	#8
DistantHorizon Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 94	I appendix carry my Glock 26 with the Hidden Ally. I am at the point where removing the holster (gun and all), is quick and easy: I put my weak-hand thumb on top of the clip, first two fingers at the bottom of the clip, flex the bottom of the clip out past the belt and pull up. My strong hand thumb and first finger hold the belt so it doesn't rise when I pull the holster up. Once the clip has cleared the belt, I am able to get a better grasp on the gun and holster (still with my weak hand), and finish removing it. YMMV (your mileage may vary), but it works real well for me. I don't carry the holster empty for the reason Craiger mentioned. I'd post pictures, but my digital camera is deceased; I've wanted to post pictures too, just to brag on this holster - price point, construction, and performance are great IMHO.

May 28th, 2008, 01:32 AM	#10
High Noon Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: FLorida Posts: 151	Just a thought, the upgrade to that holster is here Public Secret w/clip You may not be ready for it at this point, but its something to think about if you go to a shooting class. Its much thicker but it has to be to support all the extras. Take Care Alex __________________ High Noon Holsters www.highnoonholsters.com

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