Neither are a problem if your holster is fitted properly and you draw properly. FWIW, for AIWB, use wedges and wings to make sure the barrel doesn't dig into your leg or your junk. That'll also keep your grips tucked in nicely, preventing printing. For shoulder holster, high guard the side of your offhand side head as you draw. No more brachial artery flagging.
If you really wanted to, yes it can be done. I haven't seen a need or reason to though. I tried a tie-down on a shoulder holster in the past and it messes up the draw-stroke in my opinion. Hope this helps 👊
How does running it vertically compare to running a horizontal holster in terms of comfort and concealability? I have really bad lower back pain disc degeneration and sciatica so im finding running my p226 on my belt line just isnt feasable anymore, been making a transition to running chest holsters and i run a vest holster on my balcs carrier for work now too. Would like something sleek for edc though when im not at work or hiking. Concidering a shoulder holster but not sure whether vertical or horizontal would be more comfortable and/or concealable.
Concealment is a hands down win over traditional horizontal or tilted carry. The comfort factor is personal, mostly because ride height is what effects comfort the most. Personally I like that the vertical lets me carry higher, which is a must because your barrel will otherwise be below whatever your cover garment is. It also means I have less swing seeing as I don't use any tie-downs. We are still in cover garment season here in Colorado, and I've been using this setup a lot because waistline carry is just jot comfortable at all as of late. My belts have to be very loose, and that means useless for carrying. Shoulder setup is great for this, and I'm decent with my draw times. The negative of vertical... Depending on how you move, and what your wrists can do. The maneuver required to torque over and actually get a good grip on the pistol can be quite uncomfortable for some. This is where something like the Jack Ass rig is far better. You'll get that tilt which helps on concealment, but the grip is facing more down, and at a natural position for smooth draw. It's a really decent blend between the traditional horizontal rig, and the vertical rig options. Slightly less concealment, but more ergonomic draw stroke. Regarding break in, all shoulder rigs made of high quality leather will require a break in, and usually require 2-3 days before you'll be able to draw from the holster.
@@PhotoCaptured I prefer the horizontal carry for a compact sidearm. It will occasionally print (they all do) and some folks freak out about sweeping everyone behind them, but that not truly muzzling because the sidearm is secure in the holster. The draw stroke can be managed so as not to cover yourself or anyone around you. It just takes learning the technique and practice. It is a little slower than hip or appendix carry. But my anatomy does not support either of those modes. The shoulder rig is superior for folks who drive a lot, or sit a lot. That's my two-cents' worth. ;)
Thank you!!
People are often complaining about muzzleing your brachial artery when drawing, yet carry apendix
Neither are a problem if your holster is fitted properly and you draw properly.
FWIW, for AIWB, use wedges and wings to make sure the barrel doesn't dig into your leg or your junk. That'll also keep your grips tucked in nicely, preventing printing.
For shoulder holster, high guard the side of your offhand side head as you draw. No more brachial artery flagging.
Nice video and watch
On this holster, is there a feature that allows you to attach the holster and mag pouches to your belt?
If you really wanted to, yes it can be done. I haven't seen a need or reason to though. I tried a tie-down on a shoulder holster in the past and it messes up the draw-stroke in my opinion. Hope this helps 👊
@@PhotoCaptured yessir, thanks!
@@PhotoCaptured I hate the tie-downs for my use-case. I would suggest trying them and then deciding for oneself.
How does running it vertically compare to running a horizontal holster in terms of comfort and concealability? I have really bad lower back pain disc degeneration and sciatica so im finding running my p226 on my belt line just isnt feasable anymore, been making a transition to running chest holsters and i run a vest holster on my balcs carrier for work now too. Would like something sleek for edc though when im not at work or hiking. Concidering a shoulder holster but not sure whether vertical or horizontal would be more comfortable and/or concealable.
Concealment is a hands down win over traditional horizontal or tilted carry.
The comfort factor is personal, mostly because ride height is what effects comfort the most.
Personally I like that the vertical lets me carry higher, which is a must because your barrel will otherwise be below whatever your cover garment is.
It also means I have less swing seeing as I don't use any tie-downs.
We are still in cover garment season here in Colorado, and I've been using this setup a lot because waistline carry is just jot comfortable at all as of late.
My belts have to be very loose, and that means useless for carrying. Shoulder setup is great for this, and I'm decent with my draw times.
The negative of vertical...
Depending on how you move, and what your wrists can do.
The maneuver required to torque over and actually get a good grip on the pistol can be quite uncomfortable for some.
This is where something like the Jack Ass rig is far better.
You'll get that tilt which helps on concealment, but the grip is facing more down, and at a natural position for smooth draw. It's a really decent blend between the traditional horizontal rig, and the vertical rig options. Slightly less concealment, but more ergonomic draw stroke.
Regarding break in, all shoulder rigs made of high quality leather will require a break in, and usually require 2-3 days before you'll be able to draw from the holster.
@@PhotoCaptured I prefer the horizontal carry for a compact sidearm. It will occasionally print (they all do) and some folks freak out about sweeping everyone behind them, but that not truly muzzling because the sidearm is secure in the holster.
The draw stroke can be managed so as not to cover yourself or anyone around you. It just takes learning the technique and practice.
It is a little slower than hip or appendix carry. But my anatomy does not support either of those modes.
The shoulder rig is superior for folks who drive a lot, or sit a lot.
That's my two-cents' worth. ;)