1. 1. Conceal ed Car r y Met hods
2. 2. Fanny Packs Worn in front Very Comfortable No risk of your handgun being revealed through full range of motion Attachment to the body removes risk of forgetting your handgun A convenient way to conceal your handgun and carry other necessities Not exactly current
3. 3. Outside the Waistband Holsters Sometime called belt holsters, the OWB holster is the most common concealed carry holster An easier method of carrying larger handguns and good for a fast draw and re-holstering Requires a coat to conceal which limits movement and is conspicuous during warm weather
4. 4. Inside the Waistband Holsters The IWB holster is unobtrusive and a superior method of concealment compared to the OWB holster Optimal for short-barreled handguns Can be concealed with everyday wear including just an appropriately sized t-shirt Reholstering can be more difficult with soft-shelled variants
5. 5. Shoulder Holsters Vertical or horizontal position makes shoulder holsters a good candidate for long or short handguns respectively A good option for individuals who are seated for most of the day Many find shoulder holsters to be irritating after extended use Must be carefully adjusted and often times custom made for comfort
6. 6. Holster Shirts An undershirt with a pocket designed to hold a handgun High level of concealment Poor access Typically very warm Expensive May need several of them because the shirts need to be washed regularly
7. 7. Belly Bands A wide band made of fabric that has a holster integrated and is comfortable under a simple shirt or blouse High level of concealment Cooler option than a holster shirt Poor access Reholstering is difficult Shirt with buttons or snaps must be worn to access handgun
8. 8. Lower Abdomen Holsters A pouch holster built into a belt meant to be worn below the waistline High level of concealment Slow draw and reholster Difficult to access handgun Pants and belts must be purchased to accommodate this holsters location inside the pants
9. 9. Thigh Holsters The handgun is held to your thigh with an elastic band Good for sub-compact or mini guns High level of concealment Impractical for men or women wearing pants Difficult to draw and reholster
10. 10. Ankle Holsters A holster strapped to the ankle, most suitable for smaller handguns One of the few holsters easily concealed in formal attire Concealment may be compromised during certain movements, such as crossing legs Drawing and reholstering is difficult while standing Cannot be used with shorts or skirts
11. 11. Pocket Holsters A holster used for small handguns that sits in the pockets of everyday attire A good option to avoid printing Full firing grip easily obtained Normally easy to find for any type of pocket Limited to small handguns Not the most comfortable option
12. 12. Wallet Holsters A replacement for a wallet that includes a cutout for a very small handgun High level of concealment Only practical with smallest handguns Isn't attached to the body and can be left somewhere
13. 13. Lanyard Holsters Worn around the neck and used with very small handguns Concealable under many outfits Difficult to access Only practical with very small handguns
14. 14. Purses and Shoulder Bags Designed for men and women, these bags have a holster compartment built in High level of concealment Designed to hold any size handgun A purse or bag is often target of robbers/thieves Not as secure
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