Not really there are plenty of quality holsters that are uncomfortable for some and comfortable for others. Imo it’s really about trying enough options until you find the right one but all of those options you try should be quality holsters to ensure they are safe.
The PHLSTER youtube channel has really great info on how things like body shape, gun placement, belt types, foam pads, and concealment wings can be manipulated to increase concealment using basically any gun in any decently designed holster. Not that a good holster can't be a huge help, but even a "good enough" holster can be carried a lot better if the user understands how to make things work for them.
I agree either way I’m a 6’2” 240lb mexican w a dad bod and I appendix carried a gen 5 glock 34 mos with an rmr and an x300 for nearly 2 years in a werks holster before i finally bought a 43x because I wanted something smaller for the beach. If it weren’t for the holster I likely wouldn’t have carried it consistently enough to justify buying a second gun specifically for carry. That being said my buddies tell me they can’t stand appendix and carry in crossbreed holsters at 4 o’clock position
Just switched from my G19 I’ve carried for years to my G26. Never looking back. Other small guns for me shootability suffers, but the G26 feels good to shoot, is extremely concealable, I’ve got 21 rounds on tap with an extra mag in the sidecar and 17 round mags are around me everywhere which are compatible. Handheld modlite in the back pocket to accompany. G34 in the backpack/night stand/fighting gun.
@@michaelhamilton7908 I would like to get one of those and throw on an optic but I’d probably still just run a handheld light. The lights that small aren’t typically the performance I’m looking for.
I carry my M&P 2.0 compact, equipped with a holosun eps mrs, trl7A, and strike industries micro quad comp attached to a faxon threaded barrel everywhere i go, especially when im out and about with my wife and newborn.
I carry a full sized, flush comped p320 w/ a RDS and x300, and I also shoot a similar setup in USPSA matches (just fullsized slide, no comp). I'm not a big dude (5'11 165 lbs) and at this point I can't see myself carrying a smaller gun, even though my first carry gun was a S&W shield, and then I carried a g19 for a couple of years. But I have a buddy who is 6'4" and 300 lbs and he carries a sig p365 XL, so really the point is I think you should carry the biggest gun you can, and will commit to carrying everyday and training with it.
Gotta fact check you real quick . “Most of the military” does not use glocks, they are literally issued Sigs. But I agree glocks still have the biggest market, although to a lesser extent than it used to be.
@@ericg649 my EDC is my Springfield echelon I don’t have a IWB holster for it yet but I keep it in my backpack CC compartment on my person 95 percent of the time. One of these days (most likely soon) I’ll decide to get one and feel what uncomfortable is like.
Only pistol I own is a glock 43 and working in a place where I would be pretty quickly fired if I was found with a firearm and not wanting my car to be broken into and gun stolen (there have been 2 mass car break ins at my work) I can't go bigger. I can't afford any loss of concealability.
43's are alright. I would try the shield plus if you haven't already. I've got the regular m&p 2.0 compact. A few of my family members have the shield plus and I shot them a few weeks ago and was extremely impressed. Also, shot the 43 and 43x the same day because another family members had those. They all shot great but the shield plus really is a little beast. I just wish the grip texture was as aggressive as the regular M&P's.
Suggest carrying a spare G43 factory mag (for reliability) in a Glock 43 mag carrier ($12). So 13 rounds on you incl one in the chamber. That’s how I operate. If I feel esp “paranoid,” I carry two spares! Conceals better than a 43X. But I often carry a G23 (.40) (Gen 3) with ~450 ft. lbs. energy with Speer Gold Dot 165 gr hollow points equipped with a Crimson Trace LG-417 LaserGrip, Trijicon night sights. Very controllable.
He's talking about the differences of gun size. Glocks are what he likes shooting. He's not saying you need to have a Glock. Do you understand the common sense now?
Program compliance is probably the most important factor. Having something on yoy at all times vs something better you left at home. Also I feel like blue collar work with wide range of motion and carrying in non permissive environments makes micro guns almost mandatory.
@@oscarbear7498 Saying stupid sht like that (even though you may be kidding) makes the rest of us look bad. You're not just representing yourself when you carry (& comment), you're representing ALL 2A advocates, and that comment is in poor taste and ghetto AF! Idc if you were "joking", it's *NOT FUNNY!*
I'm not extremely comfortable with guns because I've never personally carried, but with how things have been in the world lately I'm going to have my husband or my dad help me get more comfortable. Thank you for the video!
Great thought! My biggest advice would be…. Train, train, train. Then when they and you are comfortable….. train, train, train more. Being comfortable in the operation and safety of them is paramount. For females… I ALWAYS recommend the Shield EZ. Great shooter, can have up to 2 safeties (manual thumb and grip safety), and the slide is very EZ to rack 🤙🏼
I started with a .40 cal p226 and switched to a p320 carry 9mm... holster selection and adjustment make the most difference in what you can get away with carrying but there's no getting past the fact that carrying a gun is more comforting than it is comfortable
I learned that stretchy blue jeans and a stretchy belt make a huge difference when concealed carrying and minimizing the discomfort. Old navy has stretchy jeans from slim, to boot cut and you can get stretchy belts anywhere.
Make sure its not too stretchy because if that holster has too much retention, that belt may stretch tp the point the gun wont come out or the clip holding the holster to your belt will come.off. i recommend a gun belt like a kore since it had a ratchet it can be adjusted preetty easily. Not an ad, just my opinion as a holster maker
Off duty I carry either my 43x, or 19/45. I stop that keel effect by getting the wedges from Tier 1. That helps prevent the top from leaning out. I need to get more for my TRex sidecar now that I think about it. 😎✌️
The gold standard. There's a lot of other contenders. The regular M&P compact is good too, There's Walthers, HK.. You know what S&W told me when I wanted to buy springs to replace the factory springs? They said "no" "got to send it to us" That's not cool. Or, or, buy them from 50 different places for Glock.
Shield was my first as well. Even with it's size i still had problems printing. Thankfully i did my research and instead of buying a smaller pistol, i bought a quality holster, a belt designed for EDC, and adjusted my wardrobe. I have since realized the size of the firearm is much less significant as to the equipment and wardrobe. And this last summer i have been carrying a glock 19 (with red dot) with nothing more than a t-shirt and jeans. Plus, i enjoy shooting it at the range more. I would still recommend the shield as a first time CCW. I have no regrets with the shield and it was a great platform to learn on.
I carry a dot on my G19 too. Dot life all the way. I carry my G19 with a T-shirt and jeans as well and it practically disappears. I have a foam wedge that is velcroed to my holster and it makes a big difference!
Same story here man. Got the Shield on a sweet sale when I worked at a gun shop. Actually enjoyed shooting it though. But ever since my 19 Gen 5 MOS, I never wanted to carry the Shield
Same story here man. Got the Shield on a sweet sale when I worked at a gun shop. Actually enjoyed shooting it though. But ever since my 19 Gen 5 MOS, I never wanted to carry the Shield
Awesome video. It’s so frustrating the push back we get. The answer to so many of our problems is to normalize training and increase gun culture. Training shouldn’t be so inaccessible, especially for teenagers.
Honestly everyone was talking about how much they enjoyed the Shield 1.0 and I tried carrying it for a while. I honestly really didn’t enjoy shooting it when I took it out to the range. Recoil wasn’t bad but it was weirdly snappy and the sights were kinda bad. I wanted to upgrade to the Shield 2.0 but moved to the Compact 2.0 which sits at a good medium between full size and compact. Plus the ability to put a better flashlight and having the ability to mount an optic was a selling point as well.
@@TriggaTrey361 Are you also using the afterburner? Years ago I did Roland special on G19.5 and found it disappointing. However I’m warming up to possibly throwing the ramjet/afterburner combo on the G45.
may as well just carry a 17 at that point... The 19x/45 are 17 frames with 19 slides. The bottom of the frame is what prints, and your slide length isnt doing any favors to conceal it.
When the P365 first came out I loved the platform but when I shot my friend’s I was heartbroken because I couldn’t shoot it for shit. Even when the XL came out I still didn’t have a firm grip with my pinky so it was a dealbreaker. I ended up going with an M&P Shield for a couple years even though it was a bit of a compromise as I couldn’t mount a weapon light or an optic. For a relatively short period of time I daily carried a full size FN 509T with optic and Surefire X300. I found myself leaving it home because it was just painful to carry for any extended period of time even though it was a tack driver. Finally, when the X-Macro came out it checked all the boxes and then some. I can carry that all day without a second thought. Now, what the firearms industry needs to really figure out is a better way to conceal carry medical. Just about all the products I’ve seen are either not adequate (looking at you SWAT-T TQ) or bulkier than a 90’s billfold. Not a huge fan of ankle med kits because it gets hotter than the devil’s porch in the south during the summer (and I have chonky legs).
Shootability is important...but I'd say at least 75% of people are not willing to carry a glock 19 size gun all day, every day. As you said holster selection is extremely important as well.
Like he touched upon at the end of the video with his G45, currently the market is favoring guns that feature full sized grips (and round capacities) paired with compact sized slides. Every major manufacturer has their own edition of a high capacity, compact pistol thanks to the market success of the P365. All you gotta do now is find which one works for you. Basically, you can have your Glock 19 performance and capacity with your Glock 26 comfort and concealment.
@@theKashConnoisseur not really. I have a glock 48 and shooting it side by side with a 19 you really notice how inferior the g48 is. It shoots well but you really have to concentrate and have great fundamentals. Pick up the g19 afterwards and it feels like cheating. The g48 is only 2-3 ounces lighter than a g19 too so it's not drastically smaller either. Not sure how the physics work but the width of the g19 makes it far more shootable.
@@rustwins4442 I don't think the G48 falls into the discussed category of full sized frames with compact slides. With its single stack, 10 rd capacity, it's more of a compact frame with a compact slide. And of course a small gun is going to be harder to shoot than a full sized one.
I personally like the Cz75 as it is more controllable to shoot & the weight balances out the recoil, but saying that I carry the Cz10c as it is lighter to carry, more concealable & there is no hammer to hook on my shirt when drawing.
I was fortunate to have a couple family members who were SOCOM . I cut my teeth on Colt 1911 , Sig P226 and Glock 17 / 19 . My uncle told me there is only 2 options for my first pistol . P229 or G19 . When I turned 21 I bought G19 G3. I carried a G19 from 2006 to 2020 . In 2020 or early 2021 i changed to Shadow Systems XR920 because I favor the hybrid style pistol . XR920 parried with TL7A , 507C-X2-ACSS and Werkz M6 IWB holster is perfect for me . I'm a bigger dude so carrying pretty much full size pistol is no factor . My EDC is MKC Fieldcraft EDC ( MAGNACUT ) , Leatherman CX Multi-Tool , XR920 , Werkz M6 , Kore Tactical Belt , Chapstick , Bic Lighter , Keys on D-Ring and Wallet..
I think having 2 guns from the same manufacturer makes the most sense. A compact (4” M&P compact) works great about 80% of the time in my life, but about 20% of the time it’s a non starter. For those times I go to my Shield Plus. I train with both equally and I find that the performance difference between the two is almost negligible, especially with modern red dots making sight radius a moot point. The key is to use the bigger gun to get really good at shooting, then train with the smaller gun after you know what you’re doing. Trying to learn on a smaller gun is much more frustrating.
I've got the 3.6 inch compact and love it. I keep the 15+1 loaded with a 17 and 12 as backups. M&P's are criminally under appreciated nowadays. Seriously top 3 gun on the market and nearly impossible to beat at its price
Indeed! The ONLY problem with S&W is the NON-availability of replacement parts even just OEM ones. They are so ridiculous strict and hush hush about it that it affects us negatively. I just want to stockpile extras parts for when things break, is that too much to ask? Yes, you gotta buy a whole new *insert ridiculousness here* or send it in….💆🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️
I completely agree and I have run into the same issue with S&W as well. Ironically the S&W M&P is one of the more modular designs out there. I wish they would offer OEM slide and barrel combos, as well as small parts like slide releases, trigger bars, etc.@@l.o.s.gardens550
I agree. The smaller the gun the harder it is to shoot so it takes more practice. Some folks would laugh about carrying a 1911 but believe it or not a 1911 is thin so it lies flat for concealment. Big .45 round, big pistol, but it actually conceals pretty good for a big pistol. It was my first pistol. Followed by a snub nosed .38Spl. back up revolver. Since then I went to a compact like a Spanish Astra A-100 but the grip with the high capacity made a bigger bump and the weight went up with capacity. Then I went to sub compacts that conceal well but not as well as a micro compact. I can shoot all of them just fine but the smaller the pistol the harder it is to shoot so I have to practice more. Do I really need 30 rounds, slide racks, round in the chamber, out of battery, mags, and jams? I have reached the age where I don't want all the hassles of an autoloader and find myself going back to the simplicity of revolvers. If I am accurate enough, capacity is not as important whether autoloader or revolver especially since by real world shooting cases only two to three rounds on average are fired to stop a threat. I am also responsible for every round that leaves my gun as a lawyer is attached to every bullet. Yes I need to have as many rounds as I need to stop a threat but that is why there are speed strips and speed loaders in case one or two reloads is needed. If I can't stop a threat with 18 rounds then capacity is not the problem. Capacity should never be used as an excuse for poor marksmanship.
First carry gun was an M&P Shield 9. I learned a lot with that first one. First thing I learned is that I actually wanted a Glock 19, but was sold the Shield by a guy at the gun store. Now, I use a 19X, and a 43X during the warmer months.
I use Tenicor holsters exclusively and I must say that they know their stuff and with a proper holster, that’s well designed it can actually be comfortable! I use the Tenicor Velo4 appendix holsters for all my pistols, from G19/G26, G43X, Shield Plus and P365X! Don’t skimp or go for a cheap holster and you can and will be much more secure and comfortable carrying whatever gun you decide to carry!
Great topic, easy to get caught up in as a new shooter. While I am a big advocate for carrying a larger gun, it’s not for everyone. Lifestyle, individuals size, body type and clothing choice all play a roll in what they choose to carry. Now days higher capacity guns with smaller frames are giving people greater options. But at the end of the day the individual needs to choose what will fit within their lifestyle. There is very much a balance between, shoot ability, conceal ability and being real with yourself about your capability with what you choose to carry.
I would recommend it for different reasons. Cops carry Glocks because why? Because they work. If they protect the public and themselves with one… it’s an absolutely smart idea for you too do the same. However, the reason I always recommend a Glock as a first gun is because 1. It’s easy to disassemble and clean. This is maybe the biggest factor. Because if you want it to function and you want to enjoy practicing, ease of clean is a big one. 2. Reliability. It’s one of the most reliable guns ever made.. again that’s why law enforcement uses them. But I would never recommend a big gun especially to a woman because it’s extremely hard for them to carry and sometimes you need to put something into a purpose. So smaller Glocks are more ideal. Like Glock 26/43/43x are my biggest recommendations, especially if you have relatively small hands. If you’re a guy, then Glock 19/23 They are bigger, harder to carry, but a guy can pull it off since we wear belts a lot.
Great video, thanks. I've carried every day for over 20 years, many different gun sizes/weights, etc. Great advice here in this vid. My current daily is a Canik TP9 Elite Combat Executive (IWB "Werkz" holster). Canik does not have Glock's popularity, but I definitely think they might someday. Canik has the absolute best stacked trigger system on a striker fired gun. Thanks again, subbed.
Good advise on carry options. I carried full sized revolvers even as a detective, except for my time in vice. Now retired i still carry full sized guns
Can't speak to Springfields but I rented out a P365 XMacro at my local range, and I liked it a lot. Compared to my P320, the P365 Macros feel like they recoil less/more controllably, leading to faster, more accurate shots on target. Not only that, but they lack all of the negative press which has stained the reputation of the P320 to some.
Listen I bought a sub compact pistol and the recoil is annoying. I shot a good size gun and the difference is amazing. When I get the extra money I'm definitely switching it out for something that bigger. My hands are also kind of big so the smaller guns are even more a hassle when shooting. I may get the taurus G3 or the glock 19
I Took about 6 months of research online, talking to friends, and trying some different hand gun and went with a G19 gen 5 mos as my first carry gun. Over a year later and 4k rounds of practice I still carry it every day. The gun has never failed the only 4 times was the practice ammo so I trust it with my life with 0 malfunctions 200 rounds of my carry ammo. I am also 6'1" with a build that makes it comfortable vs my buddy who cant stand the feel of the guns size. I do believe there is a place for smaller guns just not for me but for some people especially if its more comfortable and will make you carry everyday and not leave it at home and defeat the purpose.
Our threat level has changed drastically in the past months so let the size(capability)of the weapon fit the size of the threat... THEN Practice..Practice..Practice
I disagree….most gun battles will happen within 10 feet. I don’t care if I got the littlest pistol ever made…..that is still 1000 times better than nothing at all. Carry what is comfortable b/c after 3 years of carrying a Glock 19…you will see yourself leaving it at home b/c….I’m just going to the store….or that’s too heavy for my shorts and I don’t feel like changing. Ima Army vet and lover of firearms.
This is 100% why my wife and I have both moved to the P365 X Macro for a primary EDC. We can share mags, guns if we had to, etc. seamlessly. We also will carry larger guns concealed (or open if we’re hunting, backcountry hiking, etc.) when needed or desired, depending on time of year, what we’re doing, etc.
I'm going to be picking up my new Sig Sauer 365 x macro comp today...I hope I like it... I really like this weapon now that I've ran a few drills with it...WoW it's a Great weapon
I've tried almost all compacts, from M&P Shield, tiny glocks, Shadow Systems CR920. The X Macro is just the best. And the 365 AXG Legion just released today
Carried a M&P Shield at first but then switched to a Ruger LCP max. As our government grows more and more corrupt then my carry gun grows as well. I now carry a Glock 40 in a sling.
I am cool with a small p365. Cant live ur life paranoid. A gun will deter most threats anyways. Most self defense situations happen in close range. I need to live my life without having a gun prevent me from being free. When a navy seal says he carries a p365 most of the time. I cant argue against him.
First and only pistol I conceal is a Cz75 SP01 Tact. Full mags on top of the all steel frame is heavy, comfortable for me and I love to train/shoot with it.
My first gun I bought was the S&W M&P 2.0 compact … I thought compact was smaller I was in for a surprise 😂 But I will say it’s a beast of a weapon never had any issues with it and the aggressive texture on the grip is really great. I got the gun, grips two extended mags along with the normal 17 mag , a knife and a carrying case for $500 bucks.
Good vid. Currently running a P365 Macro with a 507k on it. The capacity and design of they thing is just unmatched...17+1 of 9mm in something that small while being big in all the right places, built in comp...it's just SO good!!
I think the only people who worry about printing are people who make these RUclips videos. It gives them something else to talk about. How much I am printing is probably the last thing I’m worried about. You don’t have to be self-conscious about that, because it’s not nearly as obvious as you might think it is. I don’t know about you, but I don’t have time to go around studying peoples waistline to try to determine if they have a gun or not. It’s just not something that enters my mind.
I really like using the foam wedges you can put on the back of the holster like the T1C wedge. I also really like the tenicor aiwb holster. It has a kydex contor that acts like a foam wedge. It definitely helps with the keel and makes it more comfortable to carry. Thank for the video dude! I appreciate your insight.
I'm 5'7, 150. I carry a mr920elite with the tenicor certum 3. Game changer. Idk how tenicor did it but it's the most comfortable holster I've ever had. I'm a smaller guy and carry a full size with 0 issues. Holster got alot to do with it too.
I think that is why the sig p365 is such a good and popular choice even with new shooters. It’s a smaller, convenient size with the same shootability as anything
I'm in California for a little while longer, so not as many options, but my advice to people has always been that, if they intend to carry, get a Glock 19, and a Shield. I know most of them are not going to carry a 19, it's just too big, and the average person doesn't care about performance enough. But I also know that if they only get the Shield, they won't shoot it enough.
I haven't tried the Shield yet but since I've heard it's snappy, I don't think I'll try that yet. I need a rest after the Bersa Firestorm (which is a lovely gun btw) gave the web of my hand a discoloration after shooting more than 40 rounds with it. So far the Springfield XD9 Service Model and Subcompact have been very comfortable for me (even though the Subcompact was kinda snappy and that I'm not that accurate with the Subcompact yet).
@@Rogers1911 I heard and read different and that’s why sig was promoting it so much that they can now sell the p320 in CA. I am in AZ but I watch 2a news always
My first ccw was a p365xl because of the hype. Never liked it. I swapped to a CZ P-01. I feel a lot safer with a DA/SA trigger. I've also got really proficient that DA pull. If you want low bore axis, check out a cz 75. I was amazed at the accuracy and how controllable it was the first time I shot it.
I’m grateful for you pointing out the fact it’s never going to be fully comfortable because nobody ever talks about that. This is my first week carrying and I keep having to shift around because it’s not comfy
To this day, compacts have always been my preference. Anything in the G19 size realm has been my sweet-spot. I fell in that rabbit hole, and wanted micro carries. Had the PPS M2 and loved the thinness and had the best ergos out of any micro on the market imo. The issue was that it had weak capacity. From there I got the beloved by many the P365X. Loved it until I switched back to compacts. I couldn’t shoot 50rds without my hands hurting, plus I wasn’t as accurate as I once remembered. Needless to say, I got rid of my micro’s and went back to my jam, which are compacts. Been carrying my P30 for the past year.
LCP Max 380 for me. I have a lean, athletic, small figure and wear fitted clothes. I print very easily with a shield. I live in a city so 10 yards is most I'll probably encounter.
This is a true story. Last week me and my dad brought all our guns to the range. 2 were lcp’s , and both had many jams and failure to feed. This is my dads daily carry and it failed. I gave him a new gun. A 9mm taurus gx4. Think about getting a better gun. Just my opinion but we had no other failures out of all our guns
Holster options that got missed (there's a lot of them, not throwing shade, sharing knowledge) ANR designs, Dark Star Gear, and most of all Phlster, the guys who coined the "keel effect".
Phlster's YT channel also hosts really great info on basic concealment practices and how to modify and adapt your carry setup to work with your gun and body shape. And they do it all without really shoving their own products down your throat, which is cool.
I never understood the mentality of “carry the biggest gun you can for defense”. I promise you weather you have a clock 42 with .380 or a glock 19 with 9mm it doesn’t matter. They are both going to do the same job I promise. Im a huge advocate for guns but we don’t live in a war zone fellas. To me to EDC a glock 34 just seems incredible uncomfortable.
I think they meant to convey that if your comfortable enough to carry a bigger gun then do it, because a micro pocket gun is gonna suck to shoot and control in a high stress situation, I carry a micro and a mid size compact depending on how I feel personally.
I have two Sigs, the P320 X Vtac and the P365 for my daily concealed carry - which makes the handling both easier. The P320 is my big gun and I love it. The P365 works for me in AZ where it is summer for 7-8 months a year so I don’t have a lot of clothes to conceal the gun. This is a great combo.
Probably should go back to the Glock. P320 has issues. Not drop safe, firing out of battery, and lack of trigger shoe safety that I think is what lead to it’s notorious increase of NDs/ADs.
So you went with a firearm that has more muzzle flip? P320 was reverse engineered from the P250 which was a double action trigger and it has a horrible bore axis for a striker fired pistol.
@mrtopramen No. I won't. Stay off the internet and go train. Just finished a workshop. 1500 9mm round later in addition to the other 3,000 I've put down on this particular fcu. My gun has yet to negligently discharge. #skillissue
@@mrtopramenhaven’t had any issues out of any of my sigs and I have well over 5k through my x5 legion and about 3k through my 365 x macro with MM grip module…. Most of those “reports” were user error.
"I carry a g34" or "I carry a Desert eagle im 120 pounds no issues" ECT ect. Its not hard to carry those big guns 1 time a week when you wanna feel tough going to the grocery store. Idgaf ive bought those $200 holsters you claim make carrying easier, yall aint carrying those big ass guns all day while you are out and working with them. Go somewhere else with that BS lol
These discussions are always difficult because firearm and shooter compatibility are so particular and varies between everyone. The best advice I think is try the gun before you buy it if you can. Didn’t try my Hellcat before I bought it and now I regret it. Shot a shield plus recently and loved it and it worked leaps and bounds better for me. Not a lack of fundamentals for me, but the gun I chose just doesn’t mesh with me.
I think a PSA Dagger full size costs half the price, same size, same caliber, same capacity. IMO though a compact using a 17 magazine with a spacer is even better. It gives the option of using the shorter 15 round magazine which the 19X does not. I have the Dagger under my desk as I type this with the 17 round mag, with the spacer.
I live in Vegas where its triple digit temps most of the year. And im 5'11" 175lbs slim guy. I run a Sig Sauer P365 XL Spectre Comp with a Surefire XSC and Holosun EPS carry. Riding in a Trex sidecar 2.0 with discreet carry concepts clips & Pier 1 concealment adjustable claw. My biggest problem was finding a good belt. I went from a Trex nova to a Foundation EDC which is super comfy and ultra concealable. But daily and at work I run a Ferro Concepts EDC belt. The belt and holster are the backbone of your CCW setup. Dail it in till it becomes one with your daily life
M&P 2.0 compact with a 3.6 inch barrel is my baby. The gun is an absolute beast. Shoots very flat for a smaller gun and isnt too thin eith the grip so you get an excellent grip on gun. Plus the best grip texture on the market. It has eaten about 4000 rounds of all sorts of ammo and never had an issue. I cant reccomend the gun enough. I carry it with the 15 round mag to get a full size grip
I carry a full size XDM 10mm with a holosun optic and TLR-1 light. Reasoning: I hike/hunt bear country, I do tactical training, and I carry concealed. I can do it all with this one gun and 10mm will kill a grizzly just as well as a human.
2:25 Lol I Still carry a gen 1 S&W Shield in .40. Very accurate for it size, and recoil is surprisingly good compared to even other 9mm subcompacts. Starting out, get a full size for home defense and getting good at shooting a handgun. If you try to carry it concealed, you will eventually stop carrying it over time. You will end up with sub compact, a subnose revolver or a pocket pistol as a 2nd gun. Or just start with a compact gun.
5:52 - Actually the crash tests on the smart car are surprisingly good, it get's thrown around more easily but the cell is very stable (derived from F1 tech). The Tundra is a high pickup, any many SUVs flip to the side when crashed and inflict neck injuries.
I like the g43 for carry- although it is ancient and low cap compared to todays options it is reliable and SUPER light. I can carry no problem in loose athletic shorts it’s so light which makes it very convenient
Hmm, something small and powerful… snub nose 500 S&W it is! Okay, G19 with a radian afterburner, feels like a .380 and what I teach friends who want to try shooting for the first time.
So I'm curious on your thoughts here DC guys, I don't shoot a Glock and do not plan to because they are not comfortable in my hand. I have held and shot several, but have not found one that sits in my hand comfortably. I understand your saying the comfortably with carrying. But you also said "you can probably make it work for you too." I don't think anyone should try and force themselves to shoot something that is not comfortable in their hand. No matter how much time you force, it will never be comfortable and you are sacrificing ability at that point. What are thoughts on this stance?
I don’t know too many people who find Glocks comfortable in the hand naturally. Other guns do present nicely comparatively. The beauty is that with time it actually does feel second nature, then everything else feels... meh. But this is more than just holding it or shooting it a couple times. That being said, plenty of great shooters can use any handgun, not just Glocks. Undercuts on the frame do make a huge difference in feel though.
@@dirty-civilian interesting. Thank you for replying that's awesome how active you guys are with the community. It's awesome to see what you put out. And I love watching you!!! I will keep what you said in mind, but I still do not know that I'll ever get a Glock haha. Practice and training out way EVERYTHING else.
I also felt that Glocks felt bad in my hand till I started shooting a lot of handguns to know what actually shot and felt good in that regard and not just how It feels when I hold it in a gun shop. I have undercut and stippled my Glock and its now one of the most comfortable handguns to shoot. High pressure points like the trigger guard are one thing but just a simple shape of a more square grip are another and are over exaggerated. Size of the grip has more impact than grip shape imo. If you haven’t, go shoot one for a few mags and see how it is. Their is truth to not forcing stuff but also with handgun grips you’re going to have to learn your hand and the grip for every gun to get really comfortable with it no matter how comfortable you feel it is before shooting it. Just my .2
You can become comfortable with just abut anything, given time. When I first started shooting pistols, the modern style grip with stacked thumbs felt very awkward and uncomfortable compared to teacupping. But the recoil control and ability to place fast, accurate followup shots overshadowed my discomfort. And over time, the modern grip began to feel natural and comfortable while teacupping felt awkward and uncontrolled. And that goes for many other things too. When you first start carrying concealed, it's gonna feel uncomfortable at first and second nature by a couple weeks in. Or when you first add a light an an optic to your concealed handgun. Will feel bulky and uncomfortable initially, but won't feel like anything once you get used to it.
I can't speak for all areas, but in my are 2 of the gun shops have ranges and they let you "rent" a gun to try. I have advised all people I have talked to about this subject to do their internet research to determine what they want and then go to the range and actually fire it so you KNOW that's what you want.
Agreed this is what I did, think I rented 5 handguns before purchasing decision -Taurus g3c For the public: This was the only one outside of a Glock that didn’t malfunction on me. Will upgrade to Glock later most likely.
My first everything gun was a full size Beretta PX4 Storm which is what I initially attempted to conceal carry. From this I picked up a Springfield Armory XD-E that carried 8+1 to be my dedicated EDC. Eventually I graduated to my first striker fire an Sig Sauer p365XL that carries 12+1 comfortably. Funny enough 5 years after picking up the Beretta PX4 Storm I’ve come full circle and will also rotate this bigger handgun in conceal carry with my EDC as not only does it carry 17+1 but it weighs a mere 28oz and I’ve found that I can Appendix carry it comfortably as well. So I agree with your stance on carrying the biggest gun you are comfortable with.
My first handgun was a Glock 48 great gun but after switching to a Glock 17 with x300 and acro p2 I’ve never looked back and it’s more comfortable to carry and makes me feel better as well as it’s my do all handgun and a good holster and belt combo will make all the difference I am 5’9 and 160lbs and I can easily carry concealed all day
Personally everything improves after you buy a quality holster that even a gun that is normally uncomfortable becomes comfortable.
Not really there are plenty of quality holsters that are uncomfortable for some and comfortable for others. Imo it’s really about trying enough options until you find the right one but all of those options you try should be quality holsters to ensure they are safe.
The PHLSTER youtube channel has really great info on how things like body shape, gun placement, belt types, foam pads, and concealment wings can be manipulated to increase concealment using basically any gun in any decently designed holster. Not that a good holster can't be a huge help, but even a "good enough" holster can be carried a lot better if the user understands how to make things work for them.
I agree either way I’m a 6’2” 240lb mexican w a dad bod and I appendix carried a gen 5 glock 34 mos with an rmr and an x300 for nearly 2 years in a werks holster before i finally bought a 43x because I wanted something smaller for the beach. If it weren’t for the holster I likely wouldn’t have carried it consistently enough to justify buying a second gun specifically for carry. That being said my buddies tell me they can’t stand appendix and carry in crossbreed holsters at 4 o’clock position
Velcro and cut up shoe insoles. It looks like crap, I don't care. Really can custom fit to the individual.
Made a cheap Bladetech a favorite.
Appendix >. Just don't be fat/cringe. Trex Arms, Tenicor, Tier 1 Concealed.
Just switched from my G19 I’ve carried for years to my G26. Never looking back. Other small guns for me shootability suffers, but the G26 feels good to shoot, is extremely concealable, I’ve got 21 rounds on tap with an extra mag in the sidecar and 17 round mags are around me everywhere which are compatible. Handheld modlite in the back pocket to accompany. G34 in the backpack/night stand/fighting gun.
Glock just released a g26 with optic and accessory rail
@@michaelhamilton7908 I would like to get one of those and throw on an optic but I’d probably still just run a handheld light. The lights that small aren’t typically the performance I’m looking for.
I carry my M&P 2.0 compact, equipped with a holosun eps mrs, trl7A, and strike industries micro quad comp attached to a faxon threaded barrel everywhere i go, especially when im out and about with my wife and newborn.
This is why the taurus G2c, and the G3c's compacts are Amazing to carry and fun to shoot Taurus really stepped up their game with this line
I've been packing an XD-S in a square pocket holster. Not a quick draw, but I can have it in operation in ~2-3 seconds and it's 100% comfortable.
I carry a full sized, flush comped p320 w/ a RDS and x300, and I also shoot a similar setup in USPSA matches (just fullsized slide, no comp). I'm not a big dude (5'11 165 lbs) and at this point I can't see myself carrying a smaller gun, even though my first carry gun was a S&W shield, and then I carried a g19 for a couple of years. But I have a buddy who is 6'4" and 300 lbs and he carries a sig p365 XL, so really the point is I think you should carry the biggest gun you can, and will commit to carrying everyday and training with it.
I don’t see the Wideners code in the description
Practical advice
Gotta fact check you real quick . “Most of the military” does not use glocks, they are literally issued Sigs. But I agree glocks still have the biggest market, although to a lesser extent than it used to be.
“Carrying a gun at all is not comfortable. It’s comforting.” Lol I love it. Thanks for another great video guys.
Definitely heard that one before!!
@@ericg649 my EDC is my Springfield echelon I don’t have a IWB holster for it yet but I keep it in my backpack CC compartment on my person 95 percent of the time. One of these days (most likely soon) I’ll decide to get one and feel what uncomfortable is like.
Everyone of the guntubers say that.
@ericg649 yep james yeager
@@OkieBearsCoalitionwhen you do look at Tier 1 Concealment,we the people,qvo,slim fit to name a few
Only pistol I own is a glock 43 and working in a place where I would be pretty quickly fired if I was found with a firearm and not wanting my car to be broken into and gun stolen (there have been 2 mass car break ins at my work) I can't go bigger. I can't afford any loss of concealability.
43 isn't a bad option. Especially if shield arms mags work with yours. I recommend thoroughly testing before carrying them
Get a 48.
43's are alright. I would try the shield plus if you haven't already. I've got the regular m&p 2.0 compact. A few of my family members have the shield plus and I shot them a few weeks ago and was extremely impressed. Also, shot the 43 and 43x the same day because another family members had those. They all shot great but the shield plus really is a little beast. I just wish the grip texture was as aggressive as the regular M&P's.
Then in your situation, thats the biggest you can go. At least you got something on you
Suggest carrying a spare G43 factory mag (for reliability) in a Glock 43 mag carrier ($12). So 13 rounds on you incl one in the chamber. That’s how I operate. If I feel esp “paranoid,” I carry two spares! Conceals better than a 43X. But I often carry a G23 (.40) (Gen 3) with ~450 ft. lbs. energy with Speer Gold Dot 165 gr hollow points equipped with a Crimson Trace LG-417 LaserGrip, Trijicon night sights. Very controllable.
2:00 "... I don't have overly large hands" _holds up dinnerplate sized meathook_
Shows all the different kinds of guns he has- proceeds to only talk about Glocks.
He's talking about the differences of gun size. Glocks are what he likes shooting. He's not saying you need to have a Glock. Do you understand the common sense now?
That’s perfection chief.
Program compliance is probably the most important factor. Having something on yoy at all times vs something better you left at home. Also I feel like blue collar work with wide range of motion and carrying in non permissive environments makes micro guns almost mandatory.
Same my work has a strict NO GUNS policy.
But fk that I bring a gun everyday, under my jacket.
If they try to fire me ill fire back 😂
@@oscarbear7498 Saying stupid sht like that (even though you may be kidding) makes the rest of us look bad. You're not just representing yourself when you carry (& comment), you're representing ALL 2A advocates, and that comment is in poor taste and ghetto AF! Idc if you were "joking", it's *NOT FUNNY!*
@@oscarbear7498LOL
@@oscarbear7498 You are joking, yes?
@@thomabow8949 I ain't been fired yet
I got guns surgically implanted into my forearms and I now identify as a Terminator... I don't "carry" I just "AM" ....
This man isn't just a gun owner, he's the whole d*mn gun show!
You’re armed and ready!😂
That was bad a** . Yo
We in Palm Beach County Florida Watching
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I'm not extremely comfortable with guns because I've never personally carried, but with how things have been in the world lately I'm going to have my husband or my dad help me get more comfortable. Thank you for the video!
Great thought! My biggest advice would be…. Train, train, train. Then when they and you are comfortable….. train, train, train more. Being comfortable in the operation and safety of them is paramount. For females… I ALWAYS recommend the Shield EZ. Great shooter, can have up to 2 safeties (manual thumb and grip safety), and the slide is very EZ to rack 🤙🏼
I started with a .40 cal p226 and switched to a p320 carry 9mm... holster selection and adjustment make the most difference in what you can get away with carrying but there's no getting past the fact that carrying a gun is more comforting than it is comfortable
I’ve carried a bunch of different guns, big and small. Always end up going back to my G19
I learned that stretchy blue jeans and a stretchy belt make a huge difference when concealed carrying and minimizing the discomfort. Old navy has stretchy jeans from slim, to boot cut and you can get stretchy belts anywhere.
Lee Extreme Motion jeans ftw
Make sure its not too stretchy because if that holster has too much retention, that belt may stretch tp the point the gun wont come out or the clip holding the holster to your belt will come.off. i recommend a gun belt like a kore since it had a ratchet it can be adjusted preetty easily. Not an ad, just my opinion as a holster maker
@@urjnlegendThe kores with the ratchet are legit. After i got mine i started wearing it as a work belt 3 years later still holding up
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I only wear Chuck Norris action jeans so...
Off duty I carry either my 43x, or 19/45. I stop that keel effect by getting the wedges from Tier 1. That helps prevent the top from leaning out. I need to get more for my TRex sidecar now that I think about it. 😎✌️
The M&P Shield in 9mm was my first concealed carry pistol. I've been carrying the famous G19 for about 7 years now. Never looked back.
The gold standard.
There's a lot of other contenders. The regular M&P compact is good too, There's Walthers, HK..
You know what S&W told me when I wanted to buy springs to replace the factory springs?
They said "no" "got to send it to us"
That's not cool.
Or, or, buy them from 50 different places for Glock.
Shield was my first as well. Even with it's size i still had problems printing. Thankfully i did my research and instead of buying a smaller pistol, i bought a quality holster, a belt designed for EDC, and adjusted my wardrobe.
I have since realized the size of the firearm is much less significant as to the equipment and wardrobe. And this last summer i have been carrying a glock 19 (with red dot) with nothing more than a t-shirt and jeans. Plus, i enjoy shooting it at the range more.
I would still recommend the shield as a first time CCW. I have no regrets with the shield and it was a great platform to learn on.
I carry a dot on my G19 too. Dot life all the way. I carry my G19 with a T-shirt and jeans as well and it practically disappears. I have a foam wedge that is velcroed to my holster and it makes a big difference!
Same story here man. Got the Shield on a sweet sale when I worked at a gun shop. Actually enjoyed shooting it though. But ever since my 19 Gen 5 MOS, I never wanted to carry the Shield
Same story here man. Got the Shield on a sweet sale when I worked at a gun shop. Actually enjoyed shooting it though. But ever since my 19 Gen 5 MOS, I never wanted to carry the Shield
Awesome video. It’s so frustrating the push back we get. The answer to so many of our problems is to normalize training and increase gun culture. Training shouldn’t be so inaccessible, especially for teenagers.
Honestly everyone was talking about how much they enjoyed the Shield 1.0 and I tried carrying it for a while. I honestly really didn’t enjoy shooting it when I took it out to the range. Recoil wasn’t bad but it was weirdly snappy and the sights were kinda bad. I wanted to upgrade to the Shield 2.0 but moved to the Compact 2.0 which sits at a good medium between full size and compact. Plus the ability to put a better flashlight and having the ability to mount an optic was a selling point as well.
The Shield and the 43x were my first EDCs. Running a Glock 19x and it’s been my favorite.
I've carried so many different ones and I love the 19x. Great choice man!
Glock 45 is my fav rn with a radian ramjet
@@TriggaTrey361 Are you also using the afterburner? Years ago I did Roland special on G19.5 and found it disappointing. However I’m warming up to possibly throwing the ramjet/afterburner combo on the G45.
@@Quixcilver7.62 yes I am with a 15 lb recoil spring I love it go for it it’s a quality product fit and finish
may as well just carry a 17 at that point... The 19x/45 are 17 frames with 19 slides. The bottom of the frame is what prints, and your slide length isnt doing any favors to conceal it.
When the P365 first came out I loved the platform but when I shot my friend’s I was heartbroken because I couldn’t shoot it for shit. Even when the XL came out I still didn’t have a firm grip with my pinky so it was a dealbreaker. I ended up going with an M&P Shield for a couple years even though it was a bit of a compromise as I couldn’t mount a weapon light or an optic. For a relatively short period of time I daily carried a full size FN 509T with optic and Surefire X300. I found myself leaving it home because it was just painful to carry for any extended period of time even though it was a tack driver. Finally, when the X-Macro came out it checked all the boxes and then some. I can carry that all day without a second thought. Now, what the firearms industry needs to really figure out is a better way to conceal carry medical. Just about all the products I’ve seen are either not adequate (looking at you SWAT-T TQ) or bulkier than a 90’s billfold. Not a huge fan of ankle med kits because it gets hotter than the devil’s porch in the south during the summer (and I have chonky legs).
Being left handed is a positive on most micros as they aren’t ambi controls and I can ride the slide without malfunctions.
Shootability is important...but I'd say at least 75% of people are not willing to carry a glock 19 size gun all day, every day. As you said holster selection is extremely important as well.
Like he touched upon at the end of the video with his G45, currently the market is favoring guns that feature full sized grips (and round capacities) paired with compact sized slides. Every major manufacturer has their own edition of a high capacity, compact pistol thanks to the market success of the P365. All you gotta do now is find which one works for you. Basically, you can have your Glock 19 performance and capacity with your Glock 26 comfort and concealment.
@@theKashConnoisseur not really. I have a glock 48 and shooting it side by side with a 19 you really notice how inferior the g48 is. It shoots well but you really have to concentrate and have great fundamentals. Pick up the g19 afterwards and it feels like cheating. The g48 is only 2-3 ounces lighter than a g19 too so it's not drastically smaller either. Not sure how the physics work but the width of the g19 makes it far more shootable.
@@rustwins4442 I don't think the G48 falls into the discussed category of full sized frames with compact slides. With its single stack, 10 rd capacity, it's more of a compact frame with a compact slide. And of course a small gun is going to be harder to shoot than a full sized one.
I personally like the Cz75 as it is more controllable to shoot & the weight balances out the recoil, but saying that I carry the Cz10c as it is lighter to carry, more concealable & there is no hammer to hook on my shirt when drawing.
I was fortunate to have a couple family members who were SOCOM . I cut my teeth on Colt 1911 , Sig P226 and Glock 17 / 19 .
My uncle told me there is only 2 options for my first pistol . P229 or G19 . When I turned 21 I bought G19 G3. I carried a G19 from 2006 to 2020 . In 2020 or early 2021 i changed to Shadow Systems XR920 because I favor the hybrid style pistol . XR920 parried with TL7A , 507C-X2-ACSS and Werkz M6 IWB holster is perfect for me . I'm a bigger dude so carrying pretty much full size pistol is no factor .
My EDC is MKC Fieldcraft EDC ( MAGNACUT ) , Leatherman CX Multi-Tool , XR920 , Werkz M6 , Kore Tactical Belt , Chapstick , Bic Lighter , Keys on D-Ring and Wallet..
I think having 2 guns from the same manufacturer makes the most sense. A compact (4” M&P compact) works great about 80% of the time in my life, but about 20% of the time it’s a non starter. For those times I go to my Shield Plus. I train with both equally and I find that the performance difference between the two is almost negligible, especially with modern red dots making sight radius a moot point.
The key is to use the bigger gun to get really good at shooting, then train with the smaller gun after you know what you’re doing. Trying to learn on a smaller gun is much more frustrating.
I've got the 3.6 inch compact and love it. I keep the 15+1 loaded with a 17 and 12 as backups. M&P's are criminally under appreciated nowadays. Seriously top 3 gun on the market and nearly impossible to beat at its price
Yep. From a former Glock guy, I like them more than Glocks now. @@Wyatt_Riley
Indeed! The ONLY problem with S&W is the NON-availability of replacement parts even just OEM ones. They are so ridiculous strict and hush hush about it that it affects us negatively. I just want to stockpile extras parts for when things break, is that too much to ask? Yes, you gotta buy a whole new *insert ridiculousness here* or send it in….💆🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️
I completely agree and I have run into the same issue with S&W as well. Ironically the S&W M&P is one of the more modular designs out there. I wish they would offer OEM slide and barrel combos, as well as small parts like slide releases, trigger bars, etc.@@l.o.s.gardens550
@l.o.s.gardens550 dude, I'm a gunsmith and they give me a hard time about getting parts.
I agree. The smaller the gun the harder it is to shoot so it takes more practice. Some folks would laugh about carrying a 1911 but believe it or not a 1911 is thin so it lies flat for concealment. Big .45 round, big pistol, but it actually conceals pretty good for a big pistol. It was my first pistol. Followed by a snub nosed .38Spl. back up revolver. Since then I went to a compact like a Spanish Astra A-100 but the grip with the high capacity made a bigger bump and the weight went up with capacity. Then I went to sub compacts that conceal well but not as well as a micro compact. I can shoot all of them just fine but the smaller the pistol the harder it is to shoot so I have to practice more. Do I really need 30 rounds, slide racks, round in the chamber, out of battery, mags, and jams? I have reached the age where I don't want all the hassles of an autoloader and find myself going back to the simplicity of revolvers. If I am accurate enough, capacity is not as important whether autoloader or revolver especially since by real world shooting cases only two to three rounds on average are fired to stop a threat. I am also responsible for every round that leaves my gun as a lawyer is attached to every bullet. Yes I need to have as many rounds as I need to stop a threat but that is why there are speed strips and speed loaders in case one or two reloads is needed. If I can't stop a threat with 18 rounds then capacity is not the problem. Capacity should never be used as an excuse for poor marksmanship.
First carry gun was an M&P Shield 9. I learned a lot with that first one. First thing I learned is that I actually wanted a Glock 19, but was sold the Shield by a guy at the gun store. Now, I use a 19X, and a 43X during the warmer months.
Love the 43x but I actually switched to the glock 42 and it really is an amazing little gun for conceal carry.
I use Tenicor holsters exclusively and I must say that they know their stuff and with a proper holster, that’s well designed it can actually be comfortable! I use the Tenicor Velo4 appendix holsters for all my pistols, from G19/G26, G43X, Shield Plus and P365X! Don’t skimp or go for a cheap holster and you can and will be much more secure and comfortable carrying whatever gun you decide to carry!
Great topic, easy to get caught up in as a new shooter. While I am a big advocate for carrying a larger gun, it’s not for everyone. Lifestyle, individuals size, body type and clothing choice all play a roll in what they choose to carry. Now days higher capacity guns with smaller frames are giving people greater options. But at the end of the day the individual needs to choose what will fit within their lifestyle. There is very much a balance between, shoot ability, conceal ability and being real with yourself about your capability with what you choose to carry.
MR920 with a 508t in a TREX sidecar. Butter.
I would recommend it for different reasons. Cops carry Glocks because why? Because they work. If they protect the public and themselves with one… it’s an absolutely smart idea for you too do the same.
However, the reason I always recommend a Glock as a first gun is because 1. It’s easy to disassemble and clean. This is maybe the biggest factor. Because if you want it to function and you want to enjoy practicing, ease of clean is a big one. 2. Reliability. It’s one of the most reliable guns ever made.. again that’s why law enforcement uses them.
But I would never recommend a big gun especially to a woman because it’s extremely hard for them to carry and sometimes you need to put something into a purpose. So smaller Glocks are more ideal. Like Glock 26/43/43x are my biggest recommendations, especially if you have relatively small hands.
If you’re a guy, then Glock 19/23 They are bigger, harder to carry, but a guy can pull it off since we wear belts a lot.
Bricks stay home . Nobody likes a carry a brick . I carry a subcompact and i will endure the range discomfort .
Great video, thanks.
I've carried every day for over 20 years, many different gun sizes/weights, etc.
Great advice here in this vid.
My current daily is a Canik TP9 Elite Combat Executive (IWB "Werkz" holster).
Canik does not have Glock's popularity, but I definitely think they might someday. Canik has the absolute best stacked trigger system on a striker fired gun.
Thanks again, subbed.
Good advise on carry options. I carried full sized revolvers even as a detective, except for my time in vice. Now retired i still carry full sized guns
i carry a G45 its the perfect size of gun for EDC IMO
What’s everyone think of the Springfield Hellcat pro with 17rd mags or sig xmacro 3.7” 17rd mags?
Awesome video bud👊👍🏼💯
Can't speak to Springfields but I rented out a P365 XMacro at my local range, and I liked it a lot. Compared to my P320, the P365 Macros feel like they recoil less/more controllably, leading to faster, more accurate shots on target. Not only that, but they lack all of the negative press which has stained the reputation of the P320 to some.
Listen I bought a sub compact pistol and the recoil is annoying. I shot a good size gun and the difference is amazing. When I get the extra money I'm definitely switching it out for something that bigger. My hands are also kind of big so the smaller guns are even more a hassle when shooting. I may get the taurus G3 or the glock 19
I Took about 6 months of research online, talking to friends, and trying some different hand gun and went with a G19 gen 5 mos as my first carry gun. Over a year later and 4k rounds of practice I still carry it every day. The gun has never failed the only 4 times was the practice ammo so I trust it with my life with 0 malfunctions 200 rounds of my carry ammo. I am also 6'1" with a build that makes it comfortable vs my buddy who cant stand the feel of the guns size. I do believe there is a place for smaller guns just not for me but for some people especially if its more comfortable and will make you carry everyday and not leave it at home and defeat the purpose.
Our threat level has changed drastically in the past months so let the size(capability)of the weapon fit the size of the threat...
THEN Practice..Practice..Practice
I disagree….most gun battles will happen within 10 feet. I don’t care if I got the littlest pistol ever made…..that is still 1000 times better than nothing at all. Carry what is comfortable
b/c after 3 years of carrying a Glock 19…you will see yourself leaving it at home b/c….I’m just going to the store….or that’s too heavy for my shorts and I don’t feel like changing. Ima Army vet and lover of firearms.
This is 100% why my wife and I have both moved to the P365 X Macro for a primary EDC. We can share mags, guns if we had to, etc. seamlessly. We also will carry larger guns concealed (or open if we’re hunting, backcountry hiking, etc.) when needed or desired, depending on time of year, what we’re doing, etc.
Sounds like an excellent plan.
I'm going to be picking up my new Sig Sauer 365 x macro comp today...I hope I like it...
I really like this weapon now that I've ran a few drills with it...WoW it's a Great weapon
I've tried almost all compacts, from M&P Shield, tiny glocks, Shadow Systems CR920. The X Macro is just the best. And the 365 AXG Legion just released today
@@robertsalyers1351 what's the verdict?
Picked up mine about a week ago and love it.
Carried a M&P Shield at first but then switched to a Ruger LCP max. As our government grows more and more corrupt then my carry gun grows as well.
I now carry a Glock 40 in a sling.
I am cool with a small p365. Cant live ur life paranoid. A gun will deter most threats anyways. Most self defense situations happen in close range. I need to live my life without having a gun prevent me from being free. When a navy seal says he carries a p365 most of the time. I cant argue against him.
First and only pistol I conceal is a Cz75 SP01 Tact. Full mags on top of the all steel frame is heavy, comfortable for me and I love to train/shoot with it.
anyone out there carrying a 229 ? with all the marketing being done on RUclips these days, all you see is the 365 and the 19.
My first gun I bought was the S&W M&P 2.0 compact … I thought compact was smaller I was in for a surprise 😂 But I will say it’s a beast of a weapon never had any issues with it and the aggressive texture on the grip is really great. I got the gun, grips two extended mags along with the normal 17 mag , a knife and a carrying case for $500 bucks.
M&P 2.0 is my current. Started with Sig, but it just doesn’t shoot how I want it too, at least in comparison
Good vid. Currently running a P365 Macro with a 507k on it. The capacity and design of they thing is just unmatched...17+1 of 9mm in something that small while being big in all the right places, built in comp...it's just SO good!!
G19, smallest I'll ever carry. Best of both worlds is a G45, or G19X.
The compass on your watch screams: I CARRY A GUN! Poser tactical wear is no bueno.
I think the only people who worry about printing are people who make these RUclips videos. It gives them something else to talk about. How much I am printing is probably the last thing I’m worried about. You don’t have to be self-conscious about that, because it’s not nearly as obvious as you might think it is. I don’t know about you, but I don’t have time to go around studying peoples waistline to try to determine if they have a gun or not. It’s just not something that enters my mind.
There are lots of stupid conclusions in that video. Especially the one with the Thundra 😂
If homie says that the shield is not that great to shoot, he just has weak wrists, lol
Only wiggers say homie
I really like using the foam wedges you can put on the back of the holster like the T1C wedge. I also really like the tenicor aiwb holster. It has a kydex contor that acts like a foam wedge. It definitely helps with the keel and makes it more comfortable to carry. Thank for the video dude! I appreciate your insight.
I'm 5'7, 150. I carry a mr920elite with the tenicor certum 3. Game changer. Idk how tenicor did it but it's the most comfortable holster I've ever had. I'm a smaller guy and carry a full size with 0 issues. Holster got alot to do with it too.
I think that is why the sig p365 is such a good and popular choice even with new shooters. It’s a smaller, convenient size with the same shootability as anything
thats my edc. luv my p365
I hang with intelligent people... most of them do not have iPhones😂. Otherwise, awesome video.
I carry a 43x with big hands. No issues. I use the shield arms mags with their magwell.
I use a crossbreed rouge holster.
I'm in California for a little while longer, so not as many options, but my advice to people has always been that, if they intend to carry, get a Glock 19, and a Shield. I know most of them are not going to carry a 19, it's just too big, and the average person doesn't care about performance enough. But I also know that if they only get the Shield, they won't shoot it enough.
I haven't tried the Shield yet but since I've heard it's snappy, I don't think I'll try that yet. I need a rest after the Bersa Firestorm (which is a lovely gun btw) gave the web of my hand a discoloration after shooting more than 40 rounds with it. So far the Springfield XD9 Service Model and Subcompact have been very comfortable for me (even though the Subcompact was kinda snappy and that I'm not that accurate with the Subcompact yet).
Well now that the Commiefornia roster is officially gone you’ll see good options for the good people and that poor state
@@BrandonD Not gone yet, unfortunately, but it's close.
@@Rogers1911 I heard and read different and that’s why sig was promoting it so much that they can now sell the p320 in CA. I am in AZ but I watch 2a news always
@@BrandonD That's a on roster 320 though. It's a step in the right direction.
My first ccw was a p365xl because of the hype. Never liked it. I swapped to a CZ P-01. I feel a lot safer with a DA/SA trigger. I've also got really proficient that DA pull. If you want low bore axis, check out a cz 75. I was amazed at the accuracy and how controllable it was the first time I shot it.
My go to handgun with a TLR-7 light
I’m grateful for you pointing out the fact it’s never going to be fully comfortable because nobody ever talks about that. This is my first week carrying and I keep having to shift around because it’s not comfy
That’s only in the beginning. You’ll forget it’s there after a few weeks.
I carry a ruger LCP in a kydex pocket holster and it's comfy. 🤷 It's on me anytime I'm not sleeping, since it can fit in the palm of my hand.
Try 3 o'clock. Everyone is all about apendix, but i find 3 to be most comfortable, especially sitting
G19 to a Hellcat OSP and I won’t look back, I’m not carrying a brick anymore. Give me comfort or give me death 😂
To this day, compacts have always been my preference. Anything in the G19 size realm has been my sweet-spot. I fell in that rabbit hole, and wanted micro carries. Had the PPS M2 and loved the thinness and had the best ergos out of any micro on the market imo. The issue was that it had weak capacity. From there I got the beloved by many the P365X. Loved it until I switched back to compacts. I couldn’t shoot 50rds without my hands hurting, plus I wasn’t as accurate as I once remembered. Needless to say, I got rid of my micro’s and went back to my jam, which are compacts. Been carrying my P30 for the past year.
LCP Max 380 for me. I have a lean, athletic, small figure and wear fitted clothes. I print very easily with a shield. I live in a city so 10 yards is most I'll probably encounter.
This is a true story. Last week me and my dad brought all our guns to the range. 2 were lcp’s , and both had many jams and failure to feed. This is my dads daily carry and it failed. I gave him a new gun. A 9mm taurus gx4. Think about getting a better gun. Just my opinion but we had no other failures out of all our guns
Holster options that got missed (there's a lot of them, not throwing shade, sharing knowledge) ANR designs, Dark Star Gear, and most of all Phlster, the guys who coined the "keel effect".
Phlster's YT channel also hosts really great info on basic concealment practices and how to modify and adapt your carry setup to work with your gun and body shape. And they do it all without really shoving their own products down your throat, which is cool.
I never understood the mentality of “carry the biggest gun you can for defense”. I promise you weather you have a clock 42 with .380 or a glock 19 with 9mm it doesn’t matter. They are both going to do the same job I promise. Im a huge advocate for guns but we don’t live in a war zone fellas. To me to EDC a glock 34 just seems incredible uncomfortable.
I think they meant to convey that if your comfortable enough to carry a bigger gun then do it, because a micro pocket gun is gonna suck to shoot and control in a high stress situation, I carry a micro and a mid size compact depending on how I feel personally.
Size also depends on if you carry for defensive or offensive situations.
I have two Sigs, the P320 X Vtac and the P365 for my daily concealed carry - which makes the handling both easier. The P320 is my big gun and I love it. The P365 works for me in AZ where it is summer for 7-8 months a year so I don’t have a lot of clothes to conceal the gun. This is a great combo.
Been carrying a g19 for 10 years. Switched to the p320 as my primary. I recently just bought a p365x.
Probably should go back to the Glock. P320 has issues. Not drop safe, firing out of battery, and lack of trigger shoe safety that I think is what lead to it’s notorious increase of NDs/ADs.
So you went with a firearm that has more muzzle flip? P320 was reverse engineered from the P250 which was a double action trigger and it has a horrible bore axis for a striker fired pistol.
@@WilliamKister Spoken like a tard. Muzzle mitigation is on you.
@mrtopramen No. I won't. Stay off the internet and go train. Just finished a workshop. 1500 9mm round later in addition to the other 3,000 I've put down on this particular fcu. My gun has yet to negligently discharge. #skillissue
@@mrtopramenhaven’t had any issues out of any of my sigs and I have well over 5k through my x5 legion and about 3k through my 365 x macro with MM grip module…. Most of those “reports” were user error.
"I carry a g34" or "I carry a Desert eagle im 120 pounds no issues" ECT ect. Its not hard to carry those big guns 1 time a week when you wanna feel tough going to the grocery store. Idgaf ive bought those $200 holsters you claim make carrying easier, yall aint carrying those big ass guns all day while you are out and working with them. Go somewhere else with that BS lol
These discussions are always difficult because firearm and shooter compatibility are so particular and varies between everyone. The best advice I think is try the gun before you buy it if you can. Didn’t try my Hellcat before I bought it and now I regret it. Shot a shield plus recently and loved it and it worked leaps and bounds better for me. Not a lack of fundamentals for me, but the gun I chose just doesn’t mesh with me.
What do you think about a Glock 19x?
I think a PSA Dagger full size costs half the price, same size, same caliber, same capacity. IMO though a compact using a 17 magazine with a spacer is even better. It gives the option of using the shorter 15 round magazine which the 19X does not. I have the Dagger under my desk as I type this with the 17 round mag, with the spacer.
i like how this video doesnt have that other guy hes annoying
I live in Vegas where its triple digit temps most of the year. And im 5'11" 175lbs slim guy.
I run a Sig Sauer P365 XL Spectre Comp with a Surefire XSC and Holosun EPS carry.
Riding in a Trex sidecar 2.0 with discreet carry concepts clips & Pier 1 concealment adjustable claw.
My biggest problem was finding a good belt. I went from a Trex nova to a Foundation EDC which is super comfy and ultra concealable. But daily and at work I run a Ferro Concepts EDC belt.
The belt and holster are the backbone of your CCW setup. Dail it in till it becomes one with your daily life
The new Tier 1 EDS-S belt is awesome! I’ve been wearing it every day since I got it and it retired all my other gun belts to the closet
M&P 2.0 compact with a 3.6 inch barrel is my baby. The gun is an absolute beast. Shoots very flat for a smaller gun and isnt too thin eith the grip so you get an excellent grip on gun. Plus the best grip texture on the market. It has eaten about 4000 rounds of all sorts of ammo and never had an issue. I cant reccomend the gun enough. I carry it with the 15 round mag to get a full size grip
Glock 22 Gen 5 MOS with a RMR and a +1 mag extension. Big heavy gun, flannel shirts are a god sent
I carry a full size XDM 10mm with a holosun optic and TLR-1 light. Reasoning: I hike/hunt bear country, I do tactical training, and I carry concealed. I can do it all with this one gun and 10mm will kill a grizzly just as well as a human.
This is why i CC a 1943 model m1 garand
2:25 Lol I Still carry a gen 1 S&W Shield in .40. Very accurate for it size, and recoil is surprisingly good compared to even other 9mm subcompacts. Starting out, get a full size for home defense and getting good at shooting a handgun. If you try to carry it concealed, you will eventually stop carrying it over time. You will end up with sub compact, a subnose revolver or a pocket pistol as a 2nd gun. Or just start with a compact gun.
My first carry gun was G19 and switched to a G43x lol it fells so much better shooting and carrying. I guess I went backwards lol
Good video. I'm not a Glock fan personally. but love the CZ line. P10C and PCR are my go to's.
I’m a fan of function, no matter
5:52 - Actually the crash tests on the smart car are surprisingly good, it get's thrown around more easily but the cell is very stable (derived from F1 tech). The Tundra is a high pickup, any many SUVs flip to the side when crashed and inflict neck injuries.
I like the g43 for carry- although it is ancient and low cap compared to todays options it is reliable and SUPER light. I can carry no problem in loose athletic shorts it’s so light which makes it very convenient
Hmm, something small and powerful… snub nose 500 S&W it is! Okay, G19 with a radian afterburner, feels like a .380 and what I teach friends who want to try shooting for the first time.
I was surprised that Trex arms was the last on the list of holsters
Be a man and carry double revolvers 🗿
I openly make fun of others who carry a micro 9 and I’ll never stop 🤷🏼♂️
Just get a Glock 19, 17 or 34 gen is up to you
So I'm curious on your thoughts here DC guys, I don't shoot a Glock and do not plan to because they are not comfortable in my hand. I have held and shot several, but have not found one that sits in my hand comfortably. I understand your saying the comfortably with carrying. But you also said "you can probably make it work for you too." I don't think anyone should try and force themselves to shoot something that is not comfortable in their hand. No matter how much time you force, it will never be comfortable and you are sacrificing ability at that point. What are thoughts on this stance?
I don’t know too many people who find Glocks comfortable in the hand naturally. Other guns do present nicely comparatively. The beauty is that with time it actually does feel second nature, then everything else feels... meh. But this is more than just holding it or shooting it a couple times. That being said, plenty of great shooters can use any handgun, not just Glocks. Undercuts on the frame do make a huge difference in feel though.
@@dirty-civilian interesting. Thank you for replying that's awesome how active you guys are with the community. It's awesome to see what you put out. And I love watching you!!! I will keep what you said in mind, but I still do not know that I'll ever get a Glock haha. Practice and training out way EVERYTHING else.
I also felt that Glocks felt bad in my hand till I started shooting a lot of handguns to know what actually shot and felt good in that regard and not just how It feels when I hold it in a gun shop. I have undercut and stippled my Glock and its now one of the most comfortable handguns to shoot. High pressure points like the trigger guard are one thing but just a simple shape of a more square grip are another and are over exaggerated. Size of the grip has more impact than grip shape imo. If you haven’t, go shoot one for a few mags and see how it is. Their is truth to not forcing stuff but also with handgun grips you’re going to have to learn your hand and the grip for every gun to get really comfortable with it no matter how comfortable you feel it is before shooting it. Just my .2
You can become comfortable with just abut anything, given time. When I first started shooting pistols, the modern style grip with stacked thumbs felt very awkward and uncomfortable compared to teacupping. But the recoil control and ability to place fast, accurate followup shots overshadowed my discomfort. And over time, the modern grip began to feel natural and comfortable while teacupping felt awkward and uncontrolled.
And that goes for many other things too. When you first start carrying concealed, it's gonna feel uncomfortable at first and second nature by a couple weeks in. Or when you first add a light an an optic to your concealed handgun. Will feel bulky and uncomfortable initially, but won't feel like anything once you get used to it.
@@theKashConnoisseur I agree completely. I now feel weird with my conceal carry.
I can't speak for all areas, but in my are 2 of the gun shops have ranges and they let you "rent" a gun to try. I have advised all people I have talked to about this subject to do their internet research to determine what they want and then go to the range and actually fire it so you KNOW that's what you want.
Agreed this is what I did, think I rented 5 handguns before purchasing decision
-Taurus g3c
For the public: This was the only one outside of a Glock that didn’t malfunction on me. Will upgrade to Glock later most likely.
Honestly - really well put together video man. To the point with details and delivery was perfect. Subbed
You lost me at iPhone charger haha
I expect an Samsung charger!
My first everything gun was a full size Beretta PX4 Storm which is what I initially attempted to conceal carry. From this I picked up a Springfield Armory XD-E that carried 8+1 to be my dedicated EDC. Eventually I graduated to my first striker fire an Sig Sauer p365XL that carries 12+1 comfortably. Funny enough 5 years after picking up the Beretta PX4 Storm I’ve come full circle and will also rotate this bigger handgun in conceal carry with my EDC as not only does it carry 17+1 but it weighs a mere 28oz and I’ve found that I can Appendix carry it comfortably as well. So I agree with your stance on carrying the biggest gun you are comfortable with.
My first handgun was a Glock 48 great gun but after switching to a Glock 17 with x300 and acro p2 I’ve never looked back and it’s more comfortable to carry and makes me feel better as well as it’s my do all handgun and a good holster and belt combo will make all the difference I am 5’9 and 160lbs and I can easily carry concealed all day