I have had the Express for a couple weeks and LOVE it. Probably the most comfortable holster I have ever worn. The only reason I selected the Express is because I didn’t want to have to order a new shell as well - or to take the shell off of my regular EDC holster. I am SO SO happy with this purchase! I have been wearing this even in instances when my previous favorite holster would have worked just fine. What a great product!!!
Slow clap. Spot on. 👍👍👍 The Express isn't an upgrade, it's just a different product for a different customer. I find they wear about the same for me at 5'9" 150 lbs.
@@XtraCryspy Is this comment for me or Armed and Styled? :) If it's for me - super comfy once you get your adjustments figured out. I've done 14 hour road trips in it. If the comment was for A/S, she just did a video on how to carry comfortably while driving. That'll help! :)
I've had my enigma express for a few weeks now and it is not living up to the hipe. It's made from quality material and the magnetic clip and chasis is awesome. The problem is the phlster holster is uncomfortable due to its length and lack of a wedge. The claw doesn't effectively draw the grip in and I'm seeing some printing. The built in claw on the phlster holster for my Spectre Comp just doesn't have enough bite and I have to tighten the enigma belt to an uncomfortable point where the grip is pressed so tightly it hinders my draw and requires two hands to reholster. I have other AIWB holsters from Bravo Concealment and Tenicore. These holsters are well made and effectively push the grip into the body without hindering draw and holstering. I would recommend finding another quality holster to marry to the standard enigma.
Doesnt the enigma require the removal of the wing/pad that is supposed to push against a belt to fix the printing issue? How would another holster solve the issues you are mentioning? Curious since I was originally intending to get the same package you did. Which gun are you using?
@@user-se2xg7tq5u I have the enigma express. The claw is built-in. I was using it for my Sig Sauer P365 Spectre Comp. It's a small gun and the holster that comes with the Enigma is small also. I don't recommend this holster. It's well made but poorly designed. The holster has dual sweat guards which requires you to use extra caution when navigating the muzzle into the holster. I'm a fan of ingenuity and I think the Enigma is ingenious but it needs some fine tuning. The company doesn't have a way to offer suggestions.
I just ordered the Express for the P365 from Big Tex Ordnance with your code. Thank you. I’ve been looking for a holster I can use when running/working out. I’m not a fan of belly bands since most don’t protect the trigger.
Thank you for the video. I had purchased the Enigma with a Pro series holster when it first came out, and I really didn’t care for it to be honest it was my fault I just didn’t give it a chance, so I returned it. Now with all these directions available I purchased the Express and couldn’t be happier, and I think I’m ready for the original one too.
Hey, I am new to your page. Amazing content! After watching this video I purchased the Enigma Express. Thank you! Your videos are very informative for both men and women. You rock!
Great video! Thanks for the info. I think a great feature would be the possibility to easily remove the holster from the chassis when necessary without taking the whole thing off. Perhaps a little latch/release button could be used to make that happen. Do you know if the company is looking into that?
I've watched like a dozen of your videos already. lol. Thank you! You have sold me on this device. Also, you've helped me decide on my xl mod, ha. I think im gonna look at the smaller grip module for my xl so I can gain some concealment without getting a new gun. You're doing great things! Thank you.
Yay, glad to hear you’re getting a lot of value out of the channel! Let me know how you wind up liking the shorter grip paired with the longer slide! 👍🏻😊
If youre interested in feedback on the site, i was just looking at them today...on mobile, its slow, clunky and confusing. When i finally figured out what i thought i might like, the price turned me way off.
Tessah, can you explain the benefits of the slanted wing vs. the standard mod wing? How does it affect the ride, positioning, etc.? Thanks and keep the videos coming!
Ok... I'm 6'-4" tall and weigh 315lbs. I want to get this for CC but please specify what the best cc firearm would fit this best!?? Both with or without a light attached. Thank you!!
That's great! Usually when people tell me the code didn't work it's because they tried to use it on PHLsters website. PHLster doesn't really do codes these days. My code is with Big Tex Ordinance, not PHLster :)
@@tessahbooth Dang. Well I wish I would have known that. My wife is pretty much your size so I’m watching a lot of your videos with her to get her to carry more comfortably. I really appreciate your content! I will subscribe!
It’s in stock almost always in stock nowadays, and they usually restock quickly when they sell out. The standard and express are in stock right now. They’re not too terribly hard to find any more!
Have you noticed if you need to wear anything between your body and the enigma when you use the sports belt? Do you think the sports belt material is more comfortable on the skin?
The sport belt is definitely a lot more comfortable for me. I can wear it directly on my skin. About half the time I’ll wear an undershirt just to keep the gun off my skin though.
I’m confused. In one video you said that you cannot switch the holster out on the express, but this video you said you can take the holster out if you want to switch guns
This blog article should clear up any confusion: www.phlsterholsters.com/what-holsters-are-compatible-with-the-enigma-express/ The only holster that works on the Express is the Skeleton that it comes with. PHLster highly discourages frequent holster switching, but if you were to need to permanently switch holsters b/c you switched guns, then you could purchase just the Skeleton holster for the new gun and switch those out. The blog article will explain that further though.
Can you compare the size of the faceplate? I’m small too and I have the original enigma with the low pro buckle and I enjoy it a lot. I attach the faceplate to the belt in the most narrow holes.
There are :) If you ordered them through PHLster then you should have received an email from them with a video that includes directions on attaching your sport belt. You can also check out the "instructions" section of the website, or their TH-cam channel.
OUTSTANDING VIDEO. I have tried a lot of other options for wear with athletic clothing, and haven't found the perfect solution. I wanted an Enigma, but I am not good with assembly. This sounds like a great solution. I am not petite (5'10", 240 lbs - think pro wrestler/linebacker). Do you think that I would be better off with the sport belt?
The buckle on the Enigma Express is not an upgrade, it’s just a lower profile buckle for the Express, but the new leg leash buckle should start going out with the other Enigma models 😊
@@tessahbooth would be nice to have it as a option to purchase if someone wanted the lower profile. I don't have my enigma yet so no idea if the standard size is an issue yet.
@@fr8cture For normal sized people the standard buckle isn’t typically an issue 😊 I’m in the 9th percentile for women in the United States, so a whopping 92% of women in this country are bigger than me haha. There is a reduced size buckle kit available the purchase on the website, but the smaller female side of the fidlock is not sold separately yet 😊
I know you already stated you don’t rock WML’s but could you possibly carry the Tlr7 sub for a month or so with a Light Bearing Enigma, and make a vid on your experience ?
The holster can be canted, although you don't have to cant your holster in order to orient the muzzle away from anything. The entire enigma can be moved to one side of your front to the other, or a wedge can be worn.
I just use my dickies belt and my edc holster under my sweats and gym shorts. I carry 4 o'clock and it works awesome. It actually works better than you think it would. As good as my gun belt and pants
Thank you for the video. I just ordered the Enigma Express. I'm impressed by the fast shipping process! I'm also super petite, about 32" hips and 24" waist. Do you think the small sports belt would work for me or would it be too big?
The smallest one is a bit larger on me than I would prefer, but that I said, I use it everyday and still prefer it over the standard belt. I don't know what my circumference is, but I wear size 24/00 in jeans if that helps.
The Standard Enigma is more customizable, and therefore some may prefer it for that adjustability, but I personally don't notice in a difference in concealment between the two.
Excellent information and good presence with one caveat ... drop the upspeak. It sounds like tween girl speech, juvenile. It's not a professional sounding speaking style. P.S. I'm not a cranky old killjoy. I'm a speech-language pathologist with a master's degree in communicative disorders. Not trying to be mean. Only to make you aware of how to increase the professionalism of your speaking style. If you're not sure what "upspeak" is, TH-cam has some great videos that explain it.
Funny enough, in the first few seconds of this video I clearly said that I work for this company, and that this video wasn’t a review 👍🏻 But, I stand by everything I said, and I talk about the enigma because I use it every single day. I’ve taken it to BJJ classes, I’ve ran with it, and carried it for almost a year now. I liked and used this product well before I had any relationship with PHLster.
@@tessahbooth I heard your disclaimer and thank you for disclosing it in the first moments of you video. I don’t have a problem with you making a living. I have been watching your videos. They are generally informative, and I have recommended your videos to my nieces because you have an important message for young ladies. I hope your MESSAGE will continue to informative and be decouple from your product endorsements. I’ll keep tuning in. 👍
@@blgx64 I’m not certain I am grasping where you’re coming from. What would you like the outcome of your initial comment to be? How am I “hocking” products, if I’m also disclosing any bias? Product recommendations are a key part of my message because my overall goal is to help create safe gun owners and concealed carriers, which also involves aiding in concealment advice, thus ultimately leading to product recommendations.
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I have had the Express for a couple weeks and LOVE it. Probably the most comfortable holster I have ever worn. The only reason I selected the Express is because I didn’t want to have to order a new shell as well - or to take the shell off of my regular EDC holster. I am SO SO happy with this purchase! I have been wearing this even in instances when my previous favorite holster would have worked just fine. What a great product!!!
Slow clap. Spot on. 👍👍👍 The Express isn't an upgrade, it's just a different product for a different customer. I find they wear about the same for me at 5'9" 150 lbs.
We are close to the same size, how comfortable is this holster when sitting or driving?
@@XtraCryspy Is this comment for me or Armed and Styled? :) If it's for me - super comfy once you get your adjustments figured out. I've done 14 hour road trips in it.
If the comment was for A/S, she just did a video on how to carry comfortably while driving. That'll help! :)
@@sarahhauptman no it was for you, thanks for the insight. Definitely gonna order
I've had my enigma express for a few weeks now and it is not living up to the hipe. It's made from quality material and the magnetic clip and chasis is awesome. The problem is the phlster holster is uncomfortable due to its length and lack of a wedge. The claw doesn't effectively draw the grip in and I'm seeing some printing. The built in claw on the phlster holster for my Spectre Comp just doesn't have enough bite and I have to tighten the enigma belt to an uncomfortable point where the grip is pressed so tightly it hinders my draw and requires two hands to reholster.
I have other AIWB holsters from Bravo Concealment and Tenicore. These holsters are well made and effectively push the grip into the body without hindering draw and holstering. I would recommend finding another quality holster to marry to the standard enigma.
Doesnt the enigma require the removal of the wing/pad that is supposed to push against a belt to fix the printing issue? How would another holster solve the issues you are mentioning? Curious since I was originally intending to get the same package you did. Which gun are you using?
@@user-se2xg7tq5u I have the enigma express. The claw is built-in. I was using it for my Sig Sauer P365 Spectre Comp. It's a small gun and the holster that comes with the Enigma is small also. I don't recommend this holster. It's well made but poorly designed. The holster has dual sweat guards which requires you to use extra caution when navigating the muzzle into the holster. I'm a fan of ingenuity and I think the Enigma is ingenious but it needs some fine tuning. The company doesn't have a way to offer suggestions.
I just ordered the Express for the P365 from Big Tex Ordnance with your code. Thank you. I’ve been looking for a holster I can use when running/working out. I’m not a fan of belly bands since most don’t protect the trigger.
What’s the discount code? 😅
Brilliant! The customer-oriented innovation never ends!
You are a great reviewer. I benefit from all your videos. Keep up the great work.
Thank you for the video.
I had purchased the Enigma with a Pro series holster when it first came out, and I really didn’t care for it to be honest it was my fault I just didn’t give it a chance, so I returned it. Now with all these directions available I purchased the Express and couldn’t be happier, and I think I’m ready for the original one too.
Great video. It's now on the Express Product page!
Oh wow! Thank you! :)
I just ordered the enigma express through big Tex with your coupon code. Thank you for all your help!
Hey, I am new to your page. Amazing content! After watching this video I purchased the Enigma Express. Thank you! Your videos are very informative for both men and women. You rock!
Thanks for watching! I’m so glad it was helpful! Congrats on your new enigma 👏👏
Great video! Thanks for the info. I think a great feature would be the possibility to easily remove the holster from the chassis when necessary without taking the whole thing off. Perhaps a little latch/release button could be used to make that happen. Do you know if the company is looking into that?
I've watched like a dozen of your videos already. lol. Thank you! You have sold me on this device. Also, you've helped me decide on my xl mod, ha. I think im gonna look at the smaller grip module for my xl so I can gain some concealment without getting a new gun.
You're doing great things! Thank you.
Yay, glad to hear you’re getting a lot of value out of the channel!
Let me know how you wind up liking the shorter grip paired with the longer slide! 👍🏻😊
If youre interested in feedback on the site, i was just looking at them today...on mobile, its slow, clunky and confusing. When i finally figured out what i thought i might like, the price turned me way off.
I have a shield m2.0, it’s a 45 caliber with 3.3 barrel length. Can I use the enigma express? I don’t see a choice for it.
On Enigma’s site there is no holster option for my gun. Do you know if the Enigma Express is compatible with the FN Reflex MRD model?
The female part it smaller? Not getting any complaints there!
What is the difference between the standard and sorry belt? Is get over except they don't have my gun profile
Tessah, can you explain the benefits of the slanted wing vs. the standard mod wing? How does it affect the ride, positioning, etc.? Thanks and keep the videos coming!
It just interacts with the faceplate better, without any gaping. It also helps to slightly tip the top of the slide in closer to the body 😊
@@tessahbooth I see that PHLster is selling the Optimized Modwing Insert Kit for $12 on their website. Do you think it's worth the price to upgrade?
@@earthdog6 Those Modwing inserts come with the Enigma Express :)
Ok... I'm 6'-4" tall and weigh 315lbs.
I want to get this for CC but please specify what the best cc firearm would fit this best!?? Both with or without a light attached. Thank you!!
Just bought an express for my wife’s new PDP-F. However your discount code did not work. But still proceeded to purchasing anyway.
That's great! Usually when people tell me the code didn't work it's because they tried to use it on PHLsters website. PHLster doesn't really do codes these days. My code is with Big Tex Ordinance, not PHLster :)
@@tessahbooth Dang. Well I wish I would have known that. My wife is pretty much your size so I’m watching a lot of your videos with her to get her to carry more comfortably. I really appreciate your content! I will subscribe!
My biggest problem with the Philster Enigma- is that it’s never in stock when payday comes round
It’s in stock almost always in stock nowadays, and they usually restock quickly when they sell out. The standard and express are in stock right now. They’re not too terribly hard to find any more!
I wish I would have seen this before. I bought the express but it's not custom enough for my body. now I have to wait to get the standard enigma
What are you looking to customize with the express that you can’t do with the standard? 🙂
Have you noticed if you need to wear anything between your body and the enigma when you use the sports belt? Do you think the sports belt material is more comfortable on the skin?
The sport belt is definitely a lot more comfortable for me. I can wear it directly on my skin. About half the time I’ll wear an undershirt just to keep the gun off my skin though.
When you conceal carry with the enigma, do you carry extra magazines? If so, how many and how do you carry them?
I don’t, but it can be easily done. This video has a section for carrying mags: th-cam.com/video/h6CH7iM4lBA/w-d-xo.html
I’m confused. In one video you said that you cannot switch the holster out on the express, but this video you said you can take the holster out if you want to switch guns
This blog article should clear up any confusion: www.phlsterholsters.com/what-holsters-are-compatible-with-the-enigma-express/
The only holster that works on the Express is the Skeleton that it comes with. PHLster highly discourages frequent holster switching, but if you were to need to permanently switch holsters b/c you switched guns, then you could purchase just the Skeleton holster for the new gun and switch those out. The blog article will explain that further though.
Can you compare the size of the faceplate? I’m small too and I have the original enigma with the low pro buckle and I enjoy it a lot. I attach the faceplate to the belt in the most narrow holes.
I didn't see a yoga pants demo, so off to work I go.
You work for PHLster Holsters? Did you snag a job with them, once they saw the quality of your videos? If so, big congrats!
I just got my express in and I also ordered the sport belt but I can not figure out how to change belts. Are there videos?
There are :) If you ordered them through PHLster then you should have received an email from them with a video that includes directions on attaching your sport belt. You can also check out the "instructions" section of the website, or their TH-cam channel.
OUTSTANDING VIDEO. I have tried a lot of other options for wear with athletic clothing, and haven't found the perfect solution. I wanted an Enigma, but I am not good with assembly. This sounds like a great solution.
I am not petite (5'10", 240 lbs - think pro wrestler/linebacker). Do you think that I would be better off with the sport belt?
I think you would likely benefit in comfort from the sport belt, it can help distribute the weight of the gun more nicely 😊
Are the updated clips and buckle gonna be included on the other enigmas aswell?
The buckle on the Enigma Express is not an upgrade, it’s just a lower profile buckle for the Express, but the new leg leash buckle should start going out with the other Enigma models 😊
@@tessahbooth would be nice to have it as a option to purchase if someone wanted the lower profile. I don't have my enigma yet so no idea if the standard size is an issue yet.
@@fr8cture For normal sized people the standard buckle isn’t typically an issue 😊 I’m in the 9th percentile for women in the United States, so a whopping 92% of women in this country are bigger than me haha. There is a reduced size buckle kit available the purchase on the website, but the smaller female side of the fidlock is not sold separately yet 😊
@@tessahbooth so you're saying there's a chance? 😂
What's your opinion on the SmartCarry holster. How does it compare?
The both serve a very similar purpose, but I haven’t spent any time with the SmartCarry holster, so I can’t really say exactly how they compare.
How do i order the express
How does this work for a bigger guy who doesn't like appendix? Does this work on strong side
There are lots of larger body types using the Enigma, but no, it cannot be worn strongside. The enigma is not designed to be worn outside of 10-2.
I know you already stated you don’t rock WML’s but could you possibly carry the Tlr7 sub for a month or so with a Light Bearing Enigma, and make a vid on your experience ?
That’s a big request
@@TM-ey5py not really with a partnership from Phlster. I’m sure they could make it happen since she she makes such great reviews
Will you guys be making the express for s&p shield 9mm??
That’s in the works 😊
Amazing..The Lotec
Is there any way to have the holster canted? Not sure I'd I'd like to carry with my gun pointed at my junk haha
The holster can be canted, although you don't have to cant your holster in order to orient the muzzle away from anything. The entire enigma can be moved to one side of your front to the other, or a wedge can be worn.
I just use my dickies belt and my edc holster under my sweats and gym shorts. I carry 4 o'clock and it works awesome. It actually works better than you think it would. As good as my gun belt and pants
Can you carry the G34 with this?
Yes, but only with the standard, not the express.
Does the holster “click” with good retention when holstering? Thank you!
The holster dues make an audible click 😊
@@tessahbooth thank you!
@@SR72131 You betcha! Here’s a video I did on the holster specifically if you’d like more info: th-cam.com/video/t8wzt5OdjPU/w-d-xo.html
@@tessahbooth thank you, I will check that out today! I appreciate your help
finding a holster that fits the enigma is my current problem. I carry a G26 no light.
I have used my G19 setup with my G26 with no issues.
Thank you for the video. I just ordered the Enigma Express. I'm impressed by the fast shipping process! I'm also super petite, about 32" hips and 24" waist. Do you think the small sports belt would work for me or would it be too big?
The smallest one is a bit larger on me than I would prefer, but that I said, I use it everyday and still prefer it over the standard belt. I don't know what my circumference is, but I wear size 24/00 in jeans if that helps.
@@tessahbooth I wear 00/24 jeans too so I will order the sports belt then. Thank you for your response 🙏
@@rosab6259 Glad to help! Let me know how it turns out 😊
Is the concealment different with the express vs. the more customizable OG?
The Standard Enigma is more customizable, and therefore some may prefer it for that adjustability, but I personally don't notice in a difference in concealment between the two.
This is appendix carry only?
Yes, it shouldn’t be worn outside of 10 and 2.
Lame, Big Tex doesn't have the express for the hellcat
I wish I had seen this before I bought it for the discount 😭😭😭
Oh man!
Excellent information and good presence with one caveat ... drop the upspeak. It sounds like tween girl speech, juvenile. It's not a professional sounding speaking style.
P.S. I'm not a cranky old killjoy. I'm a speech-language pathologist with a master's degree in communicative disorders. Not trying to be mean. Only to make you aware of how to increase the professionalism of your speaking style.
If you're not sure what "upspeak" is, TH-cam has some great videos that explain it.
I liked your videos more when you weren’t hocking products.
Funny enough, in the first few seconds of this video I clearly said that I work for this company, and that this video wasn’t a review 👍🏻
But, I stand by everything I said, and I talk about the enigma because I use it every single day. I’ve taken it to BJJ classes, I’ve ran with it, and carried it for almost a year now. I liked and used this product well before I had any relationship with PHLster.
@@tessahbooth I heard your disclaimer and thank you for disclosing it in the first moments of you video. I don’t have a problem with you making a living.
I have been watching your videos. They are generally informative, and I have recommended your videos to my nieces because you have an important message for young ladies. I hope your MESSAGE will continue to informative and be decouple from your product endorsements.
I’ll keep tuning in. 👍
@@blgx64 I’m not certain I am grasping where you’re coming from. What would you like the outcome of your initial comment to be?
How am I “hocking” products, if I’m also disclosing any bias? Product recommendations are a key part of my message because my overall goal is to help create safe gun owners and concealed carriers, which also involves aiding in concealment advice, thus ultimately leading to product recommendations.