I really like this holster. Pretty great conceal-ability and a good level comfort. I actually just wore this one on a walk with my wife tonight and she didn't notice I was carrying. (I was wearing a t-shirt, so it wasn't buried or anything) We rode together in the car, walked together for 45 min, she was on the side my pistol was on, and she was holding my hand. It wasn't until she gave me a hug at home that she noticed I was wearing it, and only because she physically brushed against the grip. I don't think anyone else around noticed either, or at least nobody let on that they did. A+ =)
Aliengear doesn't use kydex. They use the same polymer gun lowers are made from so they don't crack in extreme cold or lose their shape in extreme heat.
Aloha shirts are great as an OWB cover garment. Lightweight, comfortable, the loud patterns minimize printing. And no one suspects the idiot in a Hawaiian shirt of being dangerous.
I have had mine for a couple of weeks and I love it! It doesn't print and works great on the 3 clock position. It says in the papers you get with it that it is made to be carried between the 3 and 5 clock position.
Solid review. I just ordered one of these for fall/winter carry. Appendix is a pain with layers on....Im hoping this will work great . If not , its good for training classes I guess.
Alien Gear makes some the highest quality hybrid holsters you will find. I like OWB carry and use several of their Cloak holsters. With a shirt tail out in warm weather or a jacket in cool weather, they are comfortable and secure. Alien Gear uses a thicker Kydex than most manufacturers. Ps 144:1
Good option for the range and training days. I live in the north so always wear layers. As you said SO much more comfortable than IWB. Also prefer their leather backer when OWB but that's my pref.
Recently purchased this model for Sig Sauer P320 M17. Called the Company about the M17 fit, they said, oh sure. In the literature that recommend using lock tight on the screws. It should be an absolute requirement. Within one week without applying lock tight a screw worked loose and fell off the holster. So, if you purchase, you get to be part of the manufacturing process.
I had high hopes for this one and ordered for my M&P 9C. For the most part I liked it but the trigger guard was not covered enough for my satisfaction.
@Green Light Shooting I saw your video on my feed since I bought the Shape Shift Kit, but like the Cloak and may purchase this as an additional option. Great video, very detailed in your pros and cons, and also informative from a person that use Alien Gear products such as yourself. ALSO, you got my sub despite the age of this video because I see THORN on your book shelf!! KICK A%# ;-) Thank you for the video Guardian :P
The holster looks fine at the 4 o’clock position but what about at 3? Looks very wide? Btw, for open carry/competition use, what holster would you recommend?
Green Light Shooting I completely agree about having the retention of OWB/open carry. I’ll look into the blade techs as I’ve been using the safariland als system which has good locked retention and easy pull. I like the idea of dual purpose tools because I’m not at the point of being specialized for just competition or just home defense. Thanks for the reply!
Living in a free state I don't see the attraction of IWB honestly. A lot of work and uncomfortable holsters digging in to your body is not what I am looking for when carrying my gun. I will always open carry whenever humanly possible and retention in public is not a real issue. Specifically I prefer OWB while in the outdoors where 4 legged predators are your only worry. Once hit 40 and lose your figure it will make more sense.
I was looking for a review of this holster for somebody in one of my Facebook groups who asked me why alien gear sucks shit. This video screams! ‘SHILL!’
I am tired of every gun video beginning with loud rock music while a person is shooting a gun. Glock is the best gun and maybe one day they will make an all metal pistol. But WHY ARE GLOCKS SUPERIOR? Why do they NEVER JAM?
Excellent and informative point I am sure that is indicative of your level of knowledge of the subject matter. Thank you so much for information that pearl of wisdom. "Alien Gear blows"
I really like this holster. Pretty great conceal-ability and a good level comfort. I actually just wore this one on a walk with my wife tonight and she didn't notice I was carrying. (I was wearing a t-shirt, so it wasn't buried or anything) We rode together in the car, walked together for 45 min, she was on the side my pistol was on, and she was holding my hand. It wasn't until she gave me a hug at home that she noticed I was wearing it, and only because she physically brushed against the grip. I don't think anyone else around noticed either, or at least nobody let on that they did. A+ =)
Honestly I think you sold it the most !
Sounds like one of those "Are you carrying or just happy to see me" stories : )
@@NavyVeteran20 haha that's funny ;)
Always carry your lady on your non-pistol side (:
@@rugfixrunless you don't like her anymore 😂😂
Aliengear doesn't use kydex. They use the same polymer gun lowers are made from so they don't crack in extreme cold or lose their shape in extreme heat.
Aloha shirts are great as an OWB cover garment. Lightweight, comfortable, the loud patterns minimize printing. And no one suspects the idiot in a Hawaiian shirt of being dangerous.
Welcome, boog boi
So correct..the classic CIA set up in the 1970s was a Browning P-35 covered by a Filipino or Hawaiian shirt.
"No one suspects an idiot in a Hawaiian shirt of being dangerous" aka Jimmy Buffett fans 🤣🤣🤣
I just bought this holster for my apx centurion and an extra she'll for my kahr p380. Looking forward to getting it. Thanks for the review
Very impressed, no printing when you were on the range, surprised me. Thanks for the review. I like the holster.
I have had mine for a couple of weeks and I love it! It doesn't print and works great on the 3 clock position. It says in the papers you get with it that it is made to be carried between the 3 and 5 clock position.
Solid review. I just ordered one of these for fall/winter carry. Appendix is a pain with layers on....Im hoping this will work great . If not , its good for training classes I guess.
Alien Gear makes some the highest quality hybrid holsters you will find. I like OWB carry and use several of their Cloak holsters. With a shirt tail out in warm weather or a jacket in cool weather, they are comfortable and secure. Alien Gear uses a thicker Kydex than most manufacturers. Ps 144:1
Not kydex
Good option for the range and training days. I live in the north so always wear layers. As you said SO much more comfortable than IWB. Also prefer their leather backer when OWB but that's my pref.
Recently purchased this model for Sig Sauer P320 M17. Called the Company about the M17 fit, they said, oh sure. In the literature that recommend using lock tight on the screws. It should be an absolute requirement. Within one week without applying lock tight a screw worked loose and fell off the holster. So, if you purchase, you get to be part of the manufacturing process.
Yes, because the screws should be tightened to your liking before loc-tite. RTFM
After B U Y I N G a holster, the fasteners get Loc-Tite. When my last holster was B O U G H T, the fasteners got Loc-Tite.
Love my Alien Gear own holster. On occasion I use it as a cross draw holster.
I had high hopes for this one and ordered for my M&P 9C. For the most part I liked it but the trigger guard was not covered enough for my satisfaction.
As a former CIA, green beret, Spetznaz, Navy seal that served on Meal team six I approve this holster.
@Green Light Shooting I saw your video on my feed since I bought the Shape Shift Kit, but like the Cloak and may purchase this as an additional option. Great video, very detailed in your pros and cons, and also informative from a person that use Alien Gear products such as yourself. ALSO, you got my sub despite the age of this video because I see THORN on your book shelf!! KICK A%# ;-) Thank you for the video Guardian :P
Won’t carrying like this ruin the car seat?
I’m wishing alien gear would come out with the ShapeShift for the MP M2.0 where it can detach easily
I have one that has interchangeable shells, I have three shells I can change out without having to buy another holster
Thanks . Have a gun with laser and may have found holster.
I wonder if they make one for the 300 blackout pistol
Like an AR 300 blk?
If you order one be prepared to wait up to 3 weeks.
Is the holster strong enough for an full size 1911 and maybe compact size HK 45?
I owb conceal carry all winter. I have iwb caring, just not comfortable although I do it all spring and summer.
Thanks for the review, now i'll go and OCD on other holsters, lol.
Can you wear the holster while driving?
Will a Smith and Wesson SHIELD M2.0 45ACP 3.3 6&7R NMS fit in this holster???
Do you like this one better than the bravo concealment for concealed carry owb ?
Thanks!
Can u swap shells to carry a different gun?
The holster looks fine at the 4 o’clock position but what about at 3? Looks very wide? Btw, for open carry/competition use, what holster would you recommend?
Green Light Shooting I completely agree about having the retention of OWB/open carry. I’ll look into the blade techs as I’ve been using the safariland als system which has good locked retention and easy pull. I like the idea of dual purpose tools because I’m not at the point of being specialized for just competition or just home defense. Thanks for the reply!
I was wondering why you have not done a review on VAULTEKs RS500i?
Thanks sir
I absolutely hate this holster. It’s awkward and terrible for concealed carry. I tried it on and took it off. Not for me. I will be sending it back
What gun are you using it for? Do you mind posting your height and weight?
Guaranteed fatty.
Do you have the Taurus PT938 or PT940?
Looks interesting
Living in a free state I don't see the attraction of IWB honestly. A lot of work and uncomfortable holsters digging in to your body is not what I am looking for when carrying my gun. I will always open carry whenever humanly possible and retention in public is not a real issue. Specifically I prefer OWB while in the outdoors where 4 legged predators are your only worry. Once hit 40 and lose your figure it will make more sense.
Great video Chad, we recieved this as well.
Please do a review on alien gear sport belly band.
Alien gear takes over 60 days for a standard order: it’s ridiculous!
Ordered this today Nov 27, supposedly coming by Dec 8 / 10 we’ll see
I have ordered several products from them and have never experienced that.
I was looking for a review of this holster for somebody in one of my Facebook groups who asked me why alien gear sucks shit. This video screams! ‘SHILL!’
I am tired of every gun video beginning with loud rock music while a person is shooting a gun. Glock is the best gun and maybe one day they will make an all metal pistol. But WHY ARE GLOCKS SUPERIOR? Why do they NEVER JAM?
Alien gear blows.
Excellent and informative point I am sure that is indicative of your level of knowledge of the subject matter. Thank you so much for information that pearl of wisdom.
"Alien Gear blows"