- ComfortTac Brand Team Show While many states are considering — or have already moved to — open carry gun laws, there's a lot of value in knowing how to conceal carry without losing access to your gun or quickly revealing that you are carrying. Concealing your weapon in a bag, behind a jacket, or while wearing an untucked t-shirt are easy options. But when you wear tucked-in shirts and business casual attire, things get tricky. Keep reading to learn our top tips for the best way to conceal carry with a tucked-in shirt and learn. What's the Best Position for a Tucked-In IWB?Most wearers with an "inside the waistband" (IWB) holster position their holster at a 4 o'clock position if they're right-handed and an 8 o'clock position if they're left-handed. This positions the weapon slightly behind the front of your hip. Some wearers modify this position to a 4:30 or 7:30 position, respectively, which positions the gun slightly more behind the wearer's back while still allowing for a comfortable, fast, and easy drawing motion. These positions work for a wide range of body types and most pants and shirts. If you're not sure what position will work best for you, begin by placing your holster directly at the 3 o'clock position, directly at the side of your dominant hand. From there, you can shift the gun and holster further back along the clock position until it's in a comfortable, accessible point. Alternatively, you may prefer to move it forward, such as to the 2 o'clock position in front of your hip. As you're deciding the best fit, also look at yourself in the mirror so you can make sure the holster isn't jutting out visibly or changing your profile or silhouette. The primary goal is to keep the gun concealed, and you may have to train yourself into drawing your gun from a position that wasn't originally the most comfortable. Advantages of a 4 o'clock or 4:30 drawing position include:
A Kydex appendix holster is a popular alternative to a side IWB holster, though people can use a tucked-in IWB holster for the appendix carry. The appendix carry position sets the firearm along the waistband of the wearer's pants, approximately halfway between the pants pocket and waistband. Advantages of the appendix carry position include:
Ultimately, the right-fit carrying position will be what works best for you. Drawing From a Concealed Carry Behind a Tucked ShirtWhere you position your concealed carry holster decides how hidden it is. But once you decide it's time to draw your weapon, speed is the priority. The general technique follows these steps:
Different factors can complicate or simplify this general process. If an assailant is close by, you may not be able to fully use your support hand to draw the concealed carry weapon. You may also be wearing additional layers that complicate the process. An appendix carry position, however, can be much easier and faster to draw from within close quarters or when you're wearing a jacket. Follow these tips for how to conceal carry with an appendix carry method:
Additional tips for general conceal carry safety:
Stay Prepared With the Right Techniques — And the Right HolsterDifferent holsters and positions allow you to fully conceal your gun while walking around in public. Test different approaches and invest in holsters that are comfortable and provide the easy access you need. At ComfortTac, we specialize in providing comfortable concealed carry holsters with IWB options and more. What is the most common concealed carry position?IWB is probably the most common concealed carry choice. Because it's inside your waistband, you can get holsters that allow for you to tuck in your shirt which hides the weapon even more. Placing the holster and weapon inside your waistband lets you carry at pretty much any position around your waist.
What is the best method for concealed carry?Best Concealed Carry Method: Inside the Waistband ( IWB ) Concealed Carry Holsters. No surprise here. Inside the waistband holsters are the standard for concealed carry with good reason. They conceal well and with a good range of pistols.
What is a tuck holster?A “tuckable” is a holster designed to be worn inside the waistband of your pants. A clip that fastens the holster to a belt allows a shirt to be tucked over the pistol and between the attaching clip and the holster. This allows the gun and holster, except for the belt clip, to be covered by a tucked-in shirt.
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