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Why appendix carry is the best?
Benefits of the Appendix Carry Many gun owners cite the natural feeling and quickness of unholstering their firearm from an appendix carry position. Other benefits include the ease of concealment for just about any size handgun, better protection for gun retention, and increased comfort.
Is it comfortable to appendix carry?
When using cross draw appendix carry, the biggest point of discomfort I found is the muzzle. With the cant of the holster, it’s tough to find a comfortable position. However, if you are able to move the holster close to inline with the navel, you can tuck the muzzle into the crease of your hip flexor.
Can you conceal carry on your hip?
“If your shirt drops over it just a little bit, that’s considered conceal carry.” If you do have a concealed carry permit, you may carry or keep your weapon fully loaded where ever you’d like. This can be concealed on your hip, in the glove compartment or in your purse, etc.
Can I use an appendix holster on my hip?
People with more or less the flattest of stomachs are better suited to appendix carry. Also, if your pants hang on your hips rather than your waist, as is the case for some people, it isn’t going to work well. Your mileage will vary, of course, so by all means try it out for yourself and see if it’s for you.
Where do you put an appendix holster?
Usually, an appendix carry holster is located about halfway between the pants pocket on the strong side and the fly (about the 1 o’clock position) which is close to the appendix – much like how people who carry with an IWB holster around the 5 o’clock position is sometimes called “kidney carry.”
Can you sit while appendix carrying?
Many people who try it also observe that sitting while appendix carrying is all but untenable unless you practically lay on the flat of your back in your chair. This isn’t to say appendix carry can’t be comfortable or practical; it can. It’s just that it works better for some people than others.
Can you sit with appendix carry?
What is appendixhip carry?
Hip Carry. It’s certainly not new, but it is very much in vogue. Appendix carry means the handgun is situated somewhere between your navel and strong-side hip in front of your abdomen. For concealment purposes, you normally carry the holster inside your waistband. Hence the term “appendix inside the waistband” (AIWB) carry.
How do you Hold Your Hands when carrying your appendix?
With appendix carry, you can lightly clasp your hands down in front, with your support hand on the inside and your strong hand on outside of the clasp.
Should you carry your gun forward or behind your hip?
Let’s look at the pros and cons. The most common technique is to carry your gun in a holster on or just behind your hip, either inside or outside the waistband (OWB). This has advantages that go far beyond conventionality. Many handgun sports—IDPA and PPC, to name two—forbid carry forward of the hip for safety reasons.
What does appendix mean in a holster?
Appendix carry means the handgun is situated somewhere between your navel and strong-side hip in front of your abdomen. For concealment purposes, you normally carry the holster inside your waistband. Hence the term “appendix inside the waistband” (AIWB) carry.