Is appendix carry good?

The biggest risk of appendix carry is the impact that a negligent discharge could have on the gun owner. Negligent discharges can happen in any carry position, but when they occur from appendix carry, they could impact a critical area of the body that includes the groin and the femoral artery.

Why is appendix carry uncomfortable?

When standing, appendix carry is just as comfortable (if not moreso) than any other carry position. However, this tends to change when sitting since our bodies do bend at almost a 90° when we sit down. If the riding position of our gun/holster is on both sides of that bend, then it is very uncomfortable.

What does it mean to appendix carry?

The term “appendix carry” is a newer term for this same carrying style, referring to the way your holster rests against your abdomen, around the general location of your appendix. Typical placement of the firearm in this style of carry is often about halfway between the pants pocket and the waistband button.

What is Mexican carry gun?

Mexican Carry is the term used to describe carrying a pistol inside your waistband without a holster. This kind of carry is typically done on the front where an appendix carry holster would go.

Why is it called Mexican carry?

racism, nor anything else pejorative in “Mexican Carry.” The lore of the gun tells us that back in the 19th Century, the Mexican vaquero, much like the American cowboy, was an independent and self-reliant sort who often made it a point to carry a handgun.

What is strong side carry?

Strong Side Carry – Individual is wearing an Ultimate Carry Belt and carrying a GLOCK 48 in a Klipt Holster. Concealment takes a bit more effort with a strong side carry. Your shirt will ride forward when you bend over or sit down, often revealing your firearm.

What is an FBI cant?

The FBI cant is a colloquial term to refer to a concealed carry holster that has a moderate forward tilt. The word “cant” has multiple meanings, among them a slope to one side. A canted holster became associated with the FBI over the years, and has thus entered the gun/concealed carry lexicon.

Where do you wear an appendix holster?

Appendix IWB carry is when the holster is positioned inside the waistband at the front of the body. Typically around the 1 o’clock position (for right handed shooters) or right beside the belt buckle.

Is the 1911 obsolete?

Modern pistol designs have made the 1911 obsolete in its role as a combat sidearm. It’s finicky and demands constant attention that a warfighter can’t afford to offer.