Alien Gear Holsters

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I have found I just can't deal with the standard hybrid IWB holsters, biggest issue being the seated thing as you have described and the fact that I have to basically clip it to my belt and pants prior to putting my pants on. That's why I moved to kydex OWB, much more comfortable as I have migrated from a 3:30-4:00 to a 2:30-3:00 position (especially seated in the car). The style I wear ride high and tight to my body and conceal pretty good under a loose shirt. The downside to OWB is that you have to worry about what is sticking downwards (which is hidden with an IWB rig). The OWB rigs that I have do not extend much more than @ an inch below my belt but that is enough to usually require an overshirt (Hawaiian or a flannel) to keep it from peeking out if I have to bend over too far (save the comments!).

On the advice of another member here I have decided to try AIWB. Got my holster a few days ago and so far have discovered it to be way more concealable than any other method I have tried despite the fact that I'm a fat guy. I really like the fact that I can insert/remove the holster without screwing with my belt/pants/etc. I need to make a few tweaks and find that sweet spot but I think this may be my new way to go. (Thanks Greg)

[WARFAB]

The OWB rigs that I have do not extend much more than @ an inch below my belt but that is enough to usually require an overshirt (Hawaiian or a flannel) to keep it from peeking out if I have to bend over too far (save the comments!).

Bending over seems to be just as much of an issue with the traditional IWB holster. When you bend over your shirt tends to ride up and you lose any "overhang" provided by your shoulders. Plus the pistol doesn't follow the curve of your back when you bend over so it's sticking out as much as possible. Luckily my job doesn't require much moving around (never thought I'd say that is a good thing). I am still getting comfortable with carrying this way so I always try to subtly pull my shirt down when I stand up from being seated. I pulled my shirt down at church once and I could tell it had gotten caught between the pistol handle and my back while I was standing up. Luckily the lights were dimmed and nobody seemed to notice.

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....the pistol doesn't follow the curve of your back when you bend over so it's sticking out as much as possible.

Which is why I migrated from the 4:00 to the 2:30 (just barely in front of my hip).

[WARFAB]

You've got me curious. I have a hard time believing it would work when seated.

http://stealthgearusa.com/products/s...ant=2869731716

http://raven-concealment-systems.myb...carry-rig-acr/

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Much more reasonable but doesn't look like they do Steyr: https://onyour6designs.com/firearm-holsters/

Besides, that Raven rig looks like it's just as wide/bulky as a standard hybrid IWB. I think the "taco" style are the way to go

[WARFAB]

Put the cant back on the holster because having it higher felt a little too loose for my comfort. I still wouldn't want to go for a 2 hour drive wearing the thing, but I think I'm getting used to it. Doesn't bother me as much as it used to.

With the warmer weather upon us, next step is to find a spare mag holster that I like.

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After a handful of months of use, I've gotten used to sitting with the IWB holster. I still avoid extended car rides with it, but it doesn't bother me nearly as much as it did initially. I think the Versacarrier helped balance things out a bit, plus I think I've just stopped trying to accommodate it with my posture.

Depending on how the holster flops while I'm sitting on the can, it can really torque the belt clips. So far nothing seems any worse for the wear though.

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OWB FTW!