@@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.
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
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 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
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
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!*
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
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
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
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.
@@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.
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 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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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 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..
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.
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.
my dad bought me a gen 3 g19 when i was 15 as my first pistol and I've shot it ever since putting at least 6k+ rounds through it, I still carry it to this day as its the gun I'm most comfortable with and trust.
This is the most underrated comment. I bet you shoot better than most here. Reminds me of that Bruce Lee quote. "I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times."
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.
I work a delivery job where I enter some very shady neighborhoods and areas, really considering a small gun as my EDC and this channel has been very helpful.
When I did delivery I carried my girlfriends Ruger LCP in 22LR. I can't imagine carrying anything bigger than that with how often you're in and out of the car.
Yea I would need something light and compact. I'm not worried about how well it handles or whatever, its going to serve more as a deterant to potential robbers@@domenik8339
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.
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.
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'm carrying a G19 with a comp and Holosun 407c and Surefire X300 in an IWB holster. I'm a bigger framed dude at 6'2 240, so it conceals well on me. At the end of the day, as long as what you're carrying shoots reliably and you're training with it, you're fine. 1-2" of barrel length in a 9mm isn't going to make as much of a difference as people think.
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've carried for 10 years. Went from a Walther P99 to a Sig 365XL to multiple X-Macro Comp and TacOps. A good belt and holster are as important as your weapon choice. Make sure your wardrobe accommodates your carry. Always carry.
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 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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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).
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!!
Mass. That's why I enjoy springfields. I carry either the xdm compact or the hellcat with a 13 or 15rnd mag. The heft of the gun grip are fantastic. Also have a glock 19x for the same reason you said. That's the shtf gun.
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 work in the LE field. I prefer a full size duty handgun (for me recently switched from Glock 17 to Glock 47). I carry the same pistol on and off duty. I know it's personal preference but I've never bought or carried a sub-compact pistol. And at this point I'm more proficient with a "duty size" pistol than any other size.
bro you carrying a glock 34 made me so happy because that was the thing i was worried about. glock 45 fits so good in my hand and felt good shooting but i was worried about concealability. you had it real good and i agree about the comfort. much love
For the last couple years my happy medium is the 4" M&P 2.0 Compact Tlr7a + HS 407c in a Trex Arms Sidecar 👌 Not too small, not too big. And the modularity of the Trex Sidecar is great. So many different options with that holster depending on your specific situation. Highly recommended.
@@conciise136I’m actually looking into this gun rn along with the xmacro no comp and g19. How’s the trigger and is the stippling to aggressive for edc aiwb?
@@haxor6863 Shot 300rds and the trigger is amazing!!! Better than my Glock and Sig, imo. Personally I always wear a wife beater between my guns and my skin, but I did put a thin layer of hockey tape on the grip to just avoid the issue. Feels good in hand
@@haxor6863 s&w have metal mags, vs Glock. I would avoid the macro as I’ve seen some of them get rust, and with Sig at the moment I believe that where there is smoke, there is fire(regarding their quality control). Really the difference of Glock and Smith is the grip angle. Do you want less features but the more aggressive grip angle? Go Glock. Do you want more features and a 1911 grip angle? Go smith.
@@conciise136 yeah the finish is the only thing pushing me away from the macro, even the mags rust quite easily and they are 60$, I could get the tacops with the extra mags but the finish on the gun is questionable. It really sucks because it definitely is a sweet little piece otherwise
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.
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
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.
One tip, look up anterior pelvic tilt vs posterior pelvic tilt. That helps with that canting effect you mentioned. If you learn how to drive your hips when needed you can conceal any handgun with only a slightest printing, and the printing it does just looks like how the shirt naturally falls. I only bought into the micro guns for about a year. I started out with a full size 1911 haha. Then shield or xds. Then m&p full size for like a decade. Now glock 17 with x300u. I try to steer people towards the 19 because it really does seem like a goldilocks size for most people.
I carried a Springfield XD 40 Subcompact and I moved on to a S&W 642, and a Ruger Lcp 380. I then had a Kahr Cm9. I then bought a Glock 19. I carried the 19 for a while. Then got another Ruger Lcp and pocket carries that for years. Now I've wised up and I'm carrying a P365 now.
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.
This video is good information. What I’ve found is have 2 similar guns that a different sizes. Carry to your threat level. I have a G19 & a G43. Depending on time and place I’ll decide which one is necessary
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.
Recently my wife and I bought our first firearms. I almost fell under the smaller the better, however, I did not want a small gun for me, why should I want for my wife? So we bought a Hellcat Pro for myself and a PSA Dagger compact for her. Hellcat pro is a bigger gun, but thinner, which makes it much more comfortable to carry, my wife, on the other hand, she works from home so the dagger is her home defense firearm, we are both happy! Thank you for your tips.
I’ve been carrying religiously for 15ish years and it’s been quite the evolution of different guns I’ve carried. Past few years, I’ve settled on a G48MOS or a Glock 19 depending on dress. Both are setup the same with a RMR and Streamlight TRL7A. Tenicor holster and Agonic belt (thanks to you). Spare mag in pocket on neomag clip. I have the T. Rex sidecar holster and it’s great to have that second mag at the ready but it just too much bulk on my belt line. I train a lot and take a class every few months, always from concealment, and this setup works for me.
Pretty sure you can remove the sidecar on the Trex holsters and swap in the included raptor wing. That should make it a lot slimmer, and just as concealable.
I have several carry guns...HKvp9SK, RIA Baby Rock 9mm, Sig P365xl, Hellcat Pro...but my favorite carry is my 35 year old gen 2 Glock 19. Size matters...but not as much as familiarity.
I carried a Glock as my duty weapon for about 24 years, when I retired I sold all of my Glocks. I do still have a couple Shadow Systems. But, my primary carry now is Springfield because of shootability. I am no slouch with a Glock as I also shot them in several competitions. I just shoot the Springfield so much better, faster and more comfortable. I do also happen to have over a dozen magazines with 2 of the new 17 rounders on the way. JMHO. Just a added note (according to our glock rep) Departments carrying Glocks has actually declined in the last 2 years - shhh that's a secret.
Excellent presentation of a lot of factors that took me a lot longer than 17 minutes to learn! About the keel principle. If you have a Glock 43x, for example, you could use a Glock 48 holster (half inch longer) or add a foam wedge between the holster and your body. Which makes me wonder why the 43x seems much more popular than the 48. Other then being slightly quicker to draw and slightly lighter.
A wedge is a lot more comfortable and arguably more efficient than throwing a light or longer slide on. Saying "the dot doesn't print any extra than carrying without a dot" is objectively untrue.
If you ride a motorcycle or not, I would recommend the Groove belt! This belt is strong yet stretches/elastic band. Meaning if your on a motorcycle and your carry weapon digs into you because your changing position or sitting down, then get the Groove belt.😎
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.
So happy for you guys. My company I used to work for always said, you won’t make it if you leave here. That’s what I think of when I see you guys. You guys made it. #FAITH
My first carry gun is Beretta 92DS, but it’s kinda heavy, I switched to Glock19Gen3, But finally I fallen in love with Glock26 when I saw it first time, Now, i own a Beretta 92FS Compact and Glock26 gen5. Glock26 is my everyday carry.
This should be mandatory for all new carriers. Ive learned these things the hard way.. trial and error. I even carried some of the same sub-compact to compact guns in this video.
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.
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.
“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
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.
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 🤙🏼
2:00 "... I don't have overly large hands" _holds up dinnerplate sized meathook_
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
Levi 541
I only wear Chuck Norris action jeans so...
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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 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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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 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..
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.
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.
my dad bought me a gen 3 g19 when i was 15 as my first pistol and I've shot it ever since putting at least 6k+ rounds through it, I still carry it to this day as its the gun I'm most comfortable with and trust.
This is the most underrated comment. I bet you shoot better than most here. Reminds me of that Bruce Lee quote. "I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times."
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.
I work a delivery job where I enter some very shady neighborhoods and areas, really considering a small gun as my EDC and this channel has been very helpful.
When I did delivery I carried my girlfriends Ruger LCP in 22LR. I can't imagine carrying anything bigger than that with how often you're in and out of the car.
Yea I would need something light and compact. I'm not worried about how well it handles or whatever, its going to serve more as a deterant to potential robbers@@domenik8339
Ruger Max 9 is a good option. Or ec9
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.
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.
I’ve carried a bunch of different guns, big and small. Always end up going back to my G19
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.
Honestly - really well put together video man. To the point with details and delivery was perfect. Subbed
I'm carrying a G19 with a comp and Holosun 407c and Surefire X300 in an IWB holster.
I'm a bigger framed dude at 6'2 240, so it conceals well on me.
At the end of the day, as long as what you're carrying shoots reliably and you're training with it, you're fine. 1-2" of barrel length in a 9mm isn't going to make as much of a difference as people think.
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've carried for 10 years. Went from a Walther P99 to a Sig 365XL to multiple X-Macro Comp and TacOps. A good belt and holster are as important as your weapon choice. Make sure your wardrobe accommodates your carry. Always carry.
Being left handed is a positive on most micros as they aren’t ambi controls and I can ride the slide without malfunctions.
MR920 with a 508t in a TREX sidecar. Butter.
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.
This is exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you for steering me in the right direction.
Dude, I watch lots of gun videos but you are the best. You get to the point with no BS and you are a great teacher!
Video is full of a bunch of dark marketing just like everything else on youtube.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
man, I freaking love these guys and the knowledge they provide!
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).
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 started with a full size 1911 45acp and now carry a sig p226 legion, I also swap between the two often and never looked back!👍Nice vid
Glock 22 Gen 5 MOS with a RMR and a +1 mag extension. Big heavy gun, flannel shirts are a god sent
I bought 2 Agonic belts. I freaking love it. They're great.
CZ p10f all around. Only gun i need. Mag capacity, mounting, trigger, ambidextrous, and grip. Perfect.
Mass. That's why I enjoy springfields. I carry either the xdm compact or the hellcat with a 13 or 15rnd mag. The heft of the gun grip are fantastic. Also have a glock 19x for the same reason you said. That's the shtf gun.
I’ve carried Glock 19. Sig 365, hell cat pro and a shadow system CR920 and just got a 43X MOS and is BY FAR my favorite EDC!
Just switched from a 43x to a 48. Also I got my first real good quality holster and it is a world of difference.
Same
Which holster
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 work in the LE field. I prefer a full size duty handgun (for me recently switched from Glock 17 to Glock 47). I carry the same pistol on and off duty. I know it's personal preference but I've never bought or carried a sub-compact pistol. And at this point I'm more proficient with a "duty size" pistol than any other size.
bro you carrying a glock 34 made me so happy because that was the thing i was worried about. glock 45 fits so good in my hand and felt good shooting but i was worried about concealability. you had it real good and i agree about the comfort. much love
For the last couple years my happy medium is the 4" M&P 2.0 Compact Tlr7a + HS 407c in a Trex Arms Sidecar 👌 Not too small, not too big. And the modularity of the Trex Sidecar is great. So many different options with that holster depending on your specific situation. Highly recommended.
I have the compact in 3.6”. Really is an all year round carry. Great gun, and with the new flat trigger it totally blows away the competition
@@conciise136I’m actually looking into this gun rn along with the xmacro no comp and g19. How’s the trigger and is the stippling to aggressive for edc aiwb?
@@haxor6863 Shot 300rds and the trigger is amazing!!! Better than my Glock and Sig, imo.
Personally I always wear a wife beater between my guns and my skin, but I did put a thin layer of hockey tape on the grip to just avoid the issue. Feels good in hand
@@haxor6863 s&w have metal mags, vs Glock.
I would avoid the macro as I’ve seen some of them get rust, and with Sig at the moment I believe that where there is smoke, there is fire(regarding their quality control).
Really the difference of Glock and Smith is the grip angle. Do you want less features but the more aggressive grip angle? Go Glock.
Do you want more features and a 1911 grip angle? Go smith.
@@conciise136 yeah the finish is the only thing pushing me away from the macro, even the mags rust quite easily and they are 60$, I could get the tacops with the extra mags but the finish on the gun is questionable. It really sucks because it definitely is a sweet little piece otherwise
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.
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
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 carry a 43x with big hands. No issues. I use the shield arms mags with their magwell.
I use a crossbreed rouge holster.
I knew I could trust this guy when he started using toyota as an analogy... truly a man of quality
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
One tip, look up anterior pelvic tilt vs posterior pelvic tilt. That helps with that canting effect you mentioned. If you learn how to drive your hips when needed you can conceal any handgun with only a slightest printing, and the printing it does just looks like how the shirt naturally falls.
I only bought into the micro guns for about a year. I started out with a full size 1911 haha. Then shield or xds. Then m&p full size for like a decade. Now glock 17 with x300u. I try to steer people towards the 19 because it really does seem like a goldilocks size for most people.
Great video. I only have one, and that's VP9L with RXM300. I can carry it IWB to my surprise, and I'm proficient with it.
Just recently picked up a G21 gen 5 mos & man the thing is huge, I edc a 43x and it’s quite the difference
I carried a Springfield XD 40 Subcompact and I moved on to a S&W 642, and a Ruger Lcp 380. I then had a Kahr Cm9. I then bought a Glock 19. I carried the 19 for a while. Then got another Ruger Lcp and pocket carries that for years. Now I've wised up and I'm carrying a P365 now.
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
This video is good information.
What I’ve found is have 2 similar guns that a different sizes. Carry to your threat level. I have a G19 & a G43. Depending on time and place I’ll decide which one is necessary
P365 is my EDC. Concealment and accurate. I put a hogue grip on it and feels great in my hand.
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.
Recently my wife and I bought our first firearms. I almost fell under the smaller the better, however, I did not want a small gun for me, why should I want for my wife? So we bought a Hellcat Pro for myself and a PSA Dagger compact for her. Hellcat pro is a bigger gun, but thinner, which makes it much more comfortable to carry, my wife, on the other hand, she works from home so the dagger is her home defense firearm, we are both happy! Thank you for your tips.
I’ve been carrying religiously for 15ish years and it’s been quite the evolution of different guns I’ve carried. Past few years, I’ve settled on a G48MOS or a Glock 19 depending on dress. Both are setup the same with a RMR and Streamlight TRL7A. Tenicor holster and Agonic belt (thanks to you). Spare mag in pocket on neomag clip. I have the T. Rex sidecar holster and it’s great to have that second mag at the ready but it just too much bulk on my belt line. I train a lot and take a class every few months, always from concealment, and this setup works for me.
Pretty sure you can remove the sidecar on the Trex holsters and swap in the included raptor wing. That should make it a lot slimmer, and just as concealable.
@@theKashConnoisseur you’re right. At least on the newer ones they come with a pin where you can remove the mag carrier.
I have several carry guns...HKvp9SK, RIA Baby Rock 9mm, Sig P365xl, Hellcat Pro...but my favorite carry is my 35 year old gen 2 Glock 19. Size matters...but not as much as familiarity.
I switched to owb concealed carry. It’s comfortable and I like it.
Size also depends on if you carry for defensive or offensive situations.
I carried a Glock as my duty weapon for about 24 years, when I retired I sold all of my Glocks. I do still have a couple Shadow Systems. But, my primary carry now is Springfield because of shootability. I am no slouch with a Glock as I also shot them in several competitions. I just shoot the Springfield so much better, faster and more comfortable. I do also happen to have over a dozen magazines with 2 of the new 17 rounders on the way. JMHO. Just a added note (according to our glock rep) Departments carrying Glocks has actually declined in the last 2 years - shhh that's a secret.
Excellent presentation of a lot of factors that took me a lot longer than 17 minutes to learn!
About the keel principle. If you have a Glock 43x, for example, you could use a Glock 48 holster (half inch longer) or add a foam wedge between the holster and your body.
Which makes me wonder why the 43x seems much more popular than the 48. Other then being slightly quicker to draw and slightly lighter.
A wedge is a lot more comfortable and arguably more efficient than throwing a light or longer slide on. Saying "the dot doesn't print any extra than carrying without a dot" is objectively untrue.
If you ride a motorcycle or not, I would recommend the Groove belt! This belt is strong yet stretches/elastic band. Meaning if your on a motorcycle and your carry weapon digs into you because your changing position or sitting down, then get the Groove belt.😎
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
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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.
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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Love my Walther PDP Compact so far. Just picked up a light and Trex Arms holster
Glock 45/507c/Performance Trigger. Ton of COF training.
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 G45 its the perfect size of gun for EDC IMO
So happy for you guys. My company I used to work for always said, you won’t make it if you leave here. That’s what I think of when I see you guys. You guys made it. #FAITH
Good video. I'm learning stuff and I've been carrying for more than four years!
Those edits at the beginning were clean af
My first carry gun is Beretta 92DS, but it’s kinda heavy, I switched to Glock19Gen3,
But finally I fallen in love with Glock26 when I saw it first time,
Now, i own a Beretta 92FS Compact and Glock26 gen5.
Glock26 is my everyday carry.
Great video I started out with a shield and worked my way to a larger compact gun way more comfortable than micro pistols
This should be mandatory for all new carriers. Ive learned these things the hard way.. trial and error. I even carried some of the same sub-compact to compact guns in this video.
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.
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.
Love you guys!