Why you need a gun belt.
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- Опубликовано: 27 фев 2020
- Carrying a gun without a quality gun belt is a very uncomfortable thing to do. After 40 years of carrying a gun every day, I've found the gun belt that works best for me. My favorite gun belts are from Kore Essentials. I explain why in this video.
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Love the 1st one so much, bought another one. Now I have one for on duty and one for off....These are hands down the best belt I've found for my holstered P320.
GunGuyTV ....ordered a couple of those just now.... Thank you very much!
"d-live" is another good platform to check out.
I watch "the Salty cracker" and that's one of our backup places besides bitchute
I work in a no metal objects environment without screening.
Gotta hold my drawers up without taking a rope or removing said belt.
Have you\ they have any available options ?
"I have a RUclips channel for guns and I don't own any tactical gear. Something's wrong with me, apparently."
No, Mr. Persinger, that's why we love you. Down to earth, practical, everyday Joe experience and advice is why I come here.
Tactical gun channels are annoying. They have all the attachments and gimmicks on their guns, body armor, oversized digital Casio watches, khakis... Ughh so cringey.
I wear my Kore belt everyday. Love them. Quick release helps when you have a big coffee and are running to the bathroom!
Being able to adjust 1/4 inch at a time without undoing the belt is a god send.
Dead give away to me when I see people with these belts which screams look at me I'm a mall ninja!😂🤣
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Why are you staring at people's crotch's?
@@mephInc why you assume I'm a peter gazing. I think cheek busting and freshout is better suited for u
I've been wearing Kore Essentials belts for a few years now. Great product.
On my second kore belt now. It’s everything you could want in a CCW belt. Absolute perfection for my needs.
I purchased the Kore Essentials X6 Black gun belt and it is a killer belt. It is the most comfortable belt i have ever worn and it support 8 pounds of gear. Thanks Joel for your recommendation on going with Kore Essentials.
The beauty of Kore belts is that they work, look dressy enough and don’t look all tacticool. One can normally get a 10% - 15% discount with a promo code. Kore offers them on sale several times a year. I now have 4 of them with various buckles and belt materials. Excellent products.
Just ordered my Kore thru your link, thanks again Joel!
Joel yes these kore belts are excellent. Easy to wear. Easy to adjust. Looks great. Highly recommended from me.
I own 4 kore belts in leather and tactical and totally agree with Joel theyre outstanding. I have been using these for couple years enough to swear by them.First go around I had the bladetech belt thats made by nexbelt with this same track but it wasnt stiff enough then it friggin broke. I was done with these kind of belts.Then the wife got me my first Kore belt and it was much much better quality and stronger. i liked them so much eventually I got 3 more.I carry with tier1 owb glock19 setup. Sounds weird that I love these things but i do. It adjusts like a zip tie and keeps the holster right at my waist.
These Kore belts are very well made, sturdy and strong. I wish I had this belt and the wider belts when I was still a Police Officer. I’ve ruined many dress belts working plain clothes details. These belts are great carry belts, police officer or civilian. Buckles are very strong and well made.
I now teach concealed carry, tactical classes in Florida. I recommend these belts to my firearms training students.
Yeah totally agree Joel. I have been running kore belts for 5 years and love'em! Never have I had a more supportive adjustable belt that almost makes me forget I am carrying.
Joel I have one of these and its my favorite gun belt by far. Easy to adjust when sitting down or make tighter when walking around. I liked it so much that I talked my friends into getting some also, which they like also.
Got one and Woooow... The best gun belt hands down.
I've been a daily Kore Essentials belt user for (about) 3 years now. I just ordered a couple replacement belts last month. I can't say enough good about them.
I’ve had my Kore X6 EDC belt for a few weeks now and love it. I’ve always just bought harness leather belts from the local Amish shops. While they worked well at first, they started sagging. This X6 is a must have purchase.
This belt is amazing I have 5. Never going to use another brand of belt again!
I also have a Kore gun belt. Top notch all the way and bulletproof. Nicely informative and accurate video 👍
Bulletproof huh
Love the 1st one so much, bought another one. Now I have one for on duty and one for off....These are hands down the best belt I've found for my holstered P320.
Joel like you Kore is my favorite gun belt that I’ve ever tried! Looks sleek, fits perfectly, and plenty of support for carrying a full size handgun. And it is very well built and plenty comfortable to wear all day. Its far exceeded my expectations!
I bought a Kore Essentials black webbed belt 8 months ago and it is one of the best investments if you carry every day. I also use a Tulster Oath kydex holster for AIWB. Most of the time I forget I’m carrying!! Great product and I will be getting another belt or two in the future.
I agree, it's Kore for me too. Very comfy and sturdy. I've scraped and scratched my leather face Kore belt and somehow it never leaves a mark. GOOD STIFF! After 3 years of carry everyday the belt literally looks like the day I bought it.
the first holster I bought was an Uncle Mike's and I am glad I bought it just so that I know never to buy such a cheap holster ever again. cheap holsters can have their place, and I keep mine around just in case I have a need for it at some point (it can hold just about every weapon, but none of them very well) but now I much prefer my quality holsters with quality belts.
Not boring at all. Very good information and I’m now looking at Their website. Thanks.
Thank you for the information. Helpful.
Got my first gun belt about 2 weeks ago, and got Kore. Still getting permitt, so only carried around my house to test it, but feels good
Got one. Best belt made. Awesome for everyday and conceal carry.
Excellent Video, I needed the information!
Just wanted to say I enjoyed your video. Ordered my belt this morning.
I’ve been wearing kore essential gun belts every day for almost 3 years now so I would highly recommend them. I wear the same belt every day for work as a security officer for those 3 years and it’s still holding strong and has kept its rigidity,the trackline system is my favorite part because you can really dial in the fitment.
I'm just over 2 years with my Kore belt. It is still like new. I love that it doesn't scream "tactical".
I have owned numerous gun belts over the years and these Kore belts are the most comfortable belt I have ever used. The 1/4” adjustability makes it easy to find the right comfort level. Love it so much I just bought a second in a different color.
Got 3 belts and a buckle . Using your link. 👍
I got my Kore Leather belt last May 13th... and haven't worn another belt since that day. The trackline gives 1/4" adjustments rather than the 1" that's on standard 5 hole belts.
Not boring at all, very informative thank you for the information..
Thank you for this video post. I just returned my delivery of “tactical “ gun belts to Amazon, 2 for $25. Sometimes you get what you pay for. Today I ordered a nylon belt from Kore, it was about $72 after the 10% new customer discount, sales tax, and shipping. Quality gear in this time of the pandemic and riots can make the difference. Your video made a lot of sense and I appreciate you for that.
I have 3 tactical and 2 leather Kore Essential gun belts but nobody ever sees them because I'm always wearing a made to be worn untucked polo shirt. Carrying appendix too. 😋
I also own 2 ot these belts. I second every positive statement regarding them. By far, the best belt I have ever used.
They look pretty good, and really aren't that expensive. I paid more for my two all leather gun belts, and I had to really work on the holes to get the buckles to work easily. This buckle system seems to be much better. Thanks for sharing!
Joel I’ve been carrying for almost 6 years now and been through multiple belts and this is by far the best and most comfortable gun belt I’ve ever used.
Excellent info. Thank You.
I have Kore belts as well. My first one finally gave out. One of the inner layers snapped and created an interior buckled divot (sorry for the explanation) that the buckle will not allow to pass through to remove the belt. I finally had to switch to the second belt that I bought when I purchased 2 at the same time. 1 down 1 do go. I did wear that first belt for well over a year daily.
Great info!! Thanks!! Going to buy one
Love my Kore belt. Been wearing the same belt for a few years now and it hasn't even begun to sag at all.
Thx Joel. Good info.
I now own 3 KORE belts. I love these. I wear dress clothes for work as a police officer. KORE belts keep your firearm from causing your pants to fall. The buckles are great and allow for much smaller increment adjustments.
👍 great video. One good belt can actually be less expensive in the long run than several inexpensive belts
I bought my first kore belt before I had my ccw. About a year or so now. Was in the process of obtaining it then. So I never knew what it was like to have a bad belt and a gun. I gave it away and went a week without. I DIDN'T WANT TO GO ANYWHERE. Felt naked without it, once you go kore, you need it to get out the door. I wore it daily and when I gave it away they were surprised. Appeared to be brand new still. It is plyable enough to where its not uncomfortable, but the edges are rock solid. So the weapon is pressed against you but all the support is rested on the edge of the belt. Makes for an easy draw and a secure hold with an all day comfort. Even if you mexican carry it... not that I would know firsthand or anything... (it works flawlessly) yep none of that unsafe stuff.... really need to get a holster for my 1911 already.
I have a black with nice buckle.. BladeTech Next belt.. track unit with metal strip inside, braided nylon. Had it 4 years, my everyday belt. No sign of wear and tare. $49. LOVE IT..designed for EDC..
I love all 3 of my Kore belts.
Greetings from the Canadian Northwest. It's refreshing to find a U.S. based firearms channel that doesn't think "tactical" is the main requirement for gear suitability. I was interested when I came across the title of today's video, because as I watched it I was actually working on a new gun belt, to replace one that's given me much good service but (as with all things) has become a bit floppy. Canadian law does not allow open or concealed handgun carry, and "Restricted" class firearms are limited to use at an approved shooting range. That said, there are about several million Canadians who own firearms, many in rural or remote areas, and at least 1/3 of them own handguns, usually more than one, and are active in shooting activities. The importance of a good belt and holster is no new thing.
Because I refuse to pay extortionate prices for mass-produced crap, I've learned to make both belts and holsters, with the same criteria as you mention. I don't live anywhere close to the lower 48, so a quick cross-border shopping trip is not on. Likewise, there are U.S. vendors who market quality products, but attach ridiculous shipping charges. (One recent example was a pair of sight parts costing less that $50, an easy fit in a letter-size envelope, but with $6980.00 asked for shipping. It was not a 'typo'. Needless to say, I kept looking).
Nevertheless, a shortage of good off-the-shelf products, and being old has given me some experience with what makes a gun belt "good." I thank you for your excellent discussion of the important things to look for in a pistol belt, and I hope you'll pass the word to some of your favorite suppliers that yes, there really is a huge market for quality belts and holsters in western Canada. Most of the people I shoot with own at least half a dozen handguns. (this also makes reloading a popular activity). I have "lucked out" once or twice, finding a satisfactory holster "as is.." But modifying, or making one from scratch is the usual route.
Thank you again for this well presented and informative video. You can add 1 new sub on YT
100 % correct on a good gun belt. These belts are well priced. I've seen lesser quality at Cabela's for $60.00 !
Kore is the best belt I've ever worn, EDC or not. Great products !
Joel I have been strapping Kore belts on goin on 6 years and it is all I wear. I would say they are the best for what I need and for my fluctuating waist size.
thanks for the info!
I own several gun belts from many different manufacturers but in my opinion these Kore belts are the best by far.
Great video thank you
I'm not knocking kore but I wasnt happy with mine. I tried blue alpha gear and haven't looked back. I now have two of their belts and they are great.
I definently need to check out kore belts. I wear a nexbelt right now
Not a boring video at all. VERY IMPORTANT to have a quality belt and holster for whatever one carries. Don't have to look like a Navy Seal to be very well prepared to carry deeply concealed. I just got a Sig 365, in 9mm, the small one with the regular sights, NOT//NEVER the one with which one must look through the slide, and I'm trying to decide on a good holster for it.
Best gun belt that I ever used and bv still do is a heavy leather dual tang/stops carpenters belt With snap on NICHOLS 2" wide suspenders that I had used for framing houses lol heavy enough for carrying multiple molle attachments as well !!!
I purchased the Tactical and Dress Belt combo from Kore a few months ago. Aside from a lack of support from their customer service when they shipped my package to the wrong address, the initial purchase went well and the price was good. I have since noticed that the Tactical belt will slip out of adjustment from time to time. I do not experience the same issue with the Dress belt. It is my plan to swap the buckles to see if it's the belt (track) or the buckle. We will see if Kore supports their product once I identify the issue.
I will note that I bought these two Kore belts without thinking twice due to a close friend's (Detective with local PD) positive experiences with their belts over the last few years. Hopefully I am the exception, although how companies address the exceptions is a true test of their customer service policies.
Amen brother! How many guys go out without their gun because they hate the way it makes their pants sag? I could get away with a heavy leather belt if I'm carrying my Shield or Sig, but I wouldn't think of carrying my Glock 23 or a full size gun without a good sturdy polymer lined gun belt. They make great single clip Kydex holsters now, but the way they concentrate the weight of the gun makes a good belt even more important.
Thank you.
I love the track adjustment, just hit the button when you get in the car and it loosens up perfectly and just push it tight when you get out. I stopped wearing the kore essentials because it kept ripping off the belt at the buckle. Bought a similar blade tech and its twice as thick and much sturdier.
Sorry but Blade teck track belt is made by nexbelt and it's not twice as thick. Its actually less stiff and supportive when compared by several YT gun guys. Thanks
@@Koreessentialsbrand I trust what's in my hands and my experience with both products more than "several YT" reviews. The first time my Kore belt broke was in church and my pistol almost fell off in children's class. Not happy. I cut it shorter and it happened again and again. The blade tech is thicker, the Kore is so soft now it's like a dress belt. I have two Kore essentials belts and one buckle and was a fan until it kept breaking. No way could I ever recommend after that.
@@Koreessentialsbrand I've never made a video in my life but you're response here makes me want to do a side by side comparison vid. Thanks! You are an inspiration.
@@chancecarlton8403 I wasn't trying to upset you, just pointing out some facts. Sorry you had that experience, it sounds like it was defective. New 2.0 Kore buckles and belts (released March 2019) have 2 set screws, so the buckle and belt can not separate. Newer belts have a proprietary Power-Core center that makes our tactical belts stiffer. Thanks !
@@Koreessentialsbrand I checked them both over last night and the center core is broken in several places along the belt. I had not noticed this before.
QUESTION: KORE Essentials sizing instructions advises adding 4 inches to your pant size before cutting the belt for fit. Have you found this adequate for all around use?
As a Kore owner, yes it's accurate. As with anything you can cut less at First and make it shorter later
Well, as another 50+ dude whose belly expands and contracts regularly, that ratcheting buckle system looks quite appealing.
Yeah, Mine T00❕ he-he, I'm 70+ now-a-days and I would Never leave home without my Kore Belt around my belly.
I am a huge fan/customer of Kore Essentials.
TBH, I'm too cheap to buy a $60 belt just to carry my firearm. My current "gun belt" I paid $2 for used at Goodwill. It is actually a "money belt", and it is plenty thick and stiff enough to carry my gear for the last 2 years with no signs of wear.
I'm not knocking gun belts. I think that they are great, but there are options if you just keep in mind what the belt needs to do. It needs to be thick and stiff enough to carry your gear without stretching, twisting, or sagging. Two or more plies are better that a single thick strap. As I mentioned, I love actual gun belts, and these in the video look great... I just don't have $60 to throw at a belt if I have a $2 option that works.
I'm like you. Too cheap for most things. I rather make due with thrift shop hand-me-downs than pay for quality. However!!!! I did buy a KORE Essentials belt. I use it for carry, but I also use it when I don't carry. They're fantastic for all applications, they look fantastic, and a good quality belt, whether it's a "gun belt" or not, is going to be in a similar price range, if not more. $60 is a great deal when you think about it. It's my first belt I've ever paid more than $4 for, but I can tell you, I love it so much I bet I'll be getting 3 or 4 more in the future.
Best, most affordable and quality driven gun belt period!
S.O.E. edc belt is a great belt , many colors and options.
I'd seen so many good YT reviews about these belts that when I went to KoreEssentials, they no longer offered the 54" dress belts - only the tactical ones which I didn't want. So much for being too fat! LOL! I'm happy to see that they are now offering the XL size again, but it's unfortunate that I had to go to another vendor for a belt with a conventional buckle! Time to go shopping again! Thanks for the video!
So which material is the favorite among owners of the Kore EDC belt ?
I keep thinking the leather would be more comfortable for this 53 year old with some over-run on the belly LOL.
But I like to look and probable longer wearing capabilities of the nylon.
Is there a consensus ?
Got a freehawk $6 shipped super sturdy too hard to believe
Try Anson ccw belts...switched from kore...better customer service, price, and warranty.
I've got an Urban Carry belt. Works very well with my 1911. It's nice and thick and very well made.
I have a kore essential with a crossbreed kydex holster owb
Kore essentials need to open up a store east coast
I have heard some claim gun belts are a waste of money but having used regular belts they really don’t suffice and exactly what you’re saying is the problem. Especially with full sized 1911 lol
Ordered a set of these after watching the video. I've only been wearing one for a couple of days and it seems to work well, so far. I was surprised, however, to learn that they are made in China.
I guess my belt made from a nylon AR-15 rifle strap and and old G.I. issue belt buckle won't cut it with my CZ-75D PCR.
How do you conceal carry when wearing sweatpants or basketball shorts?
My everyday is a G22 in a IWB Vedder holster with a Kore belt... I’m all of 5’ 6” and a 150 lbs So, the right holster and belt makes it possible for me to carry a full size service pistol ...
5'6 and carry a full size service pistol? Nice dude👍🏼
Love the review. I have a quick question if you don't mind. I noticed on there website that one belt fits anyone from a 24" waist to, I believe, a 54" waist. With that wide gap, I would think that the end user would have to cut that belt, otherwise it wuld wrap around that 24" waisted guy twice. Is that true? Again, love the review, and nothing wrong with not being tacticool. I once knew a guy that paid $50 for a tactical pen and asked what I thought. I thought he was a moron.
Yes you cut the belt to get it to your size range. None of our belts are too big, they can all be trimmed down. Thanks
@@Koreessentialsbrand Cool. Thanks for the quick reply. Been carrying a firearm professionally for twenty-eight years and have always had a difficult time finding a good quality belt to stand up to the weight of a gun belt.
Can someone tell me what x1 and like x2 or x3 means when your looking at belts on the kore site
Thats just the buckle face style. The mechanism is identical. Thanks
Thanks for the video. I think the prices are reasonable. I've been looking for a good gun belt at a good price.
Yep, considering you'll pay $20 - $30 for a good normal belt, $50 for a duty belt is a fair price. Especially since they last a long time.
@@JaronActual right now my go to is a cheap belt I got at Walmart. It's stiff enough but I need better.
@@ricashbringer9866 Im with you on that. My Wal-Mart leather dickies belt has always been great for my EDC
yaknow you can BUY a new buckle for that older belt, put it back into service
Any problems with the belts teeth wearing and the buckle slipping? Come in a 1.75 width?
No the teeth don't wear and in addition buckles use 2 set screws to secure the belt, so its really impossible to pull out and we have a garrison version that's 1.75" wide. thanks
what was the name of your holster maker?
can not go wrong with kore esp for edc and even if I dont carry I wear it
also need a gun belt as it's thick enough to give a holster clip enough material to stay secure on a draw.
They are great belts.
You should do radio or voice acting
Joel is right guys it is a fantastic belt.
Very informative video regarding conceal carry belts. But my condolences that you're trapped in a state run by Fruits, Nuts, Flakes and Fairies. CA is a beautiful state with such potential but it's quickly regressing into Mexifornia.
I buy very stiff Columbia leather belts from Kohls for less than $30. Works for me anyway.
Why you need a gun belt even though you don't own a gun. Because Kore essential belts are one of the best ratcheting belts ever made.
I wouldn’t call it the best but it is a good one.
Hi Joel For us bigger guys does the release button activate while sitting
Yes. That's one of the reasons that I like it.
Definitely does! I can be in a car or on a motorcycle and loosen it on the fly with a quick push of the release lever. One second to retighten without adjusting/taking off the whole buckle. I can tighten sitting too if I choose. I know wonder how I lived without 1/4 inch adjustments as well.
Ezgar If you squeeze the small release tab under the buckle you can adjust the belt "in or out" 1/4" at a time. It does not activate on its own, you have to squeeze it. Also all Kore gun belts have a Power-Core center (not gortex or steel) this makes the belt stiff and supportive for cc, yet flexible so it's comfortable to wear all day. Thanks
Thanks you guys I’ve been looking for a new belt to buy This video came in at a great time