Hey John, you didn't link in the descript. or put a banner in the video to direct folks to your video showing what makes a holder acceptable. You mentioned you would in this vid. Just letting yah know.

@ASPextra

3 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/gaxrqdSdmtS4iM4.html

“Obviously we’d never wear 3 holsters” You underestimate my tacticool power

@evanwindom3265

2 жыл бұрын

Only three?

HAMMER DOWN John, weight loss is looking great

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@eclairvoyance2927

4 жыл бұрын

@@ASPextra What wedge would you recommend for an AIWB rig?

@nightman5086

4 жыл бұрын

Fabspeedy not sure what holster you’re running but tier 1 concealed has wedge sizing packs for $15. 4 different sizes.

@eclairvoyance2927

4 жыл бұрын

@@nightman5086 Thanks. I'll take a look.

@cameronsalewski3342

2 жыл бұрын

*HAMMER DAHN

Your weightloss has inspired me to get off my butt, lose some weight, and take some real training classes. Thank you for what you do John!

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

You can do it! I’m rooting for you!

Thanks, John! One VERY strong point I believe you could stress along with the ‘defend/secure’ point is the fact that you can effectively draw from concealment in virtually any position you might be in when someone gets the drop on you, along with the fact that if you need to comply (God forbid) you can lie on it and keep it from being discovered (from amateurs at least), much like that off-duty Brazilian officer you recently broke down for us. Keep up the awesome work!

I’ve carried for years but only transitioned to Appendix fairly recently. For me, it’s by far the most concealable form of carry and the most comfortable!

@cccalifornia7206

5 жыл бұрын

Mind me asking what you prefer to carry appendix? Thanks 👍

@Jiraiya-Sama482

5 жыл бұрын

CC California I personally carry a walther pps it’s a single stack comes with a 6 and 7 round magazine I carry both 6+1 and 7 on the side. it’s pretty light. the muzzle length isn’t long, so if you’re like me and move, crouch and bend down often, it mostly stays out of the way and doesn’t stick in your leg or impede much. Great conceal carry in my opinion

Here in Wisconsin it’s winter 9/12 months of the year so we CAN wear three guns because of all the winter weather gear 👍🔥🥃

@SrChalice

4 жыл бұрын

YEAH BUT GoOO LUCK GETTING TO IT UNDER ALL THAT damn winter gear.

@takuame7

3 жыл бұрын

From your profile picture I can tell your a fellow man of culture 😉👍

Tactical shelf. Choked on my drink/10. This is a fantastic channel and you're a fantastic source of wisdom and thought on everything conceal carry sir. I recently sold my kimber raptor to my best friend and purchased a vp9sk, and I absolutely love it.

Well said John. Huge props for posting a video on appendix carry. I carry appendix and agree with everything you discussed. Thanks again and be safe! Randy

I haven’t been watching the channel that much but dude you’re looking awesome. You’re killin it. Keep gettin smaller.

I agree. I'm older now. Moving my arm back to 3 or 4 o'clock really hurts my shoulders. And, turning my head to re- holster hurts my neck. Appendix is the answer for those problems. Thanks!

Very good points and things that I never considered. Not saying I am going away from my 4 o'clock position, but you have given me food for thought. Thanks.

I don't think the choice of position matters nearly as much as practicing drawing and holstering in your chosen position. Any position is great if you can do it safely, consistently and comfortably. And that ONLY comes with practice. Thanks for the info as always, John!

@carlmott1720

3 жыл бұрын

I carry appendix with the caveat that I avoid a Stryker fired handgun UNLESS it has an additional safety (P365 ms, XDS grip safety). For me and my lifestyle it’s just more comfortable and easier to conceal. Reno0513, you nailed it.

@cagneybillingsley2165

2 жыл бұрын

aiwb only works if you're either obese and you have a gut that sits on top of the holster that breaks up the shape of the grip, or if you're skinny and have a concave stomach to stash the holster entirely. or if you just like wearing a tony of extra layers. for a non anorexic mesomorph kind of guy who lives in the desert or similar climates, you're gonna have to wear 2 to 4 o clock, even with a claw, and possibly using micro compacts. i swear the way they used to carry full sized guns back in the day concealed must have sold tons of fishing vests, unfortunately those vests are now a "tell"

im really skinny and the only way I can totally conceal a compact size gun is to appendix carry. so that's the only way I carry.

@Nops47

5 жыл бұрын

Yea I need a tips video for skinny people who can't take advantage of all those fat rolls covering a printing weapon

@charlesmiles7849

5 жыл бұрын

i have to do the appendix cross draw and i could wear just a t shirt but any other place i would have to wear a light jacket

@Nops47

5 жыл бұрын

Yea I carry appendix as well. I usually have a full size grip so I like having something a little thicker to help with printing

@King.of.Sparta

5 жыл бұрын

That's a good predicament though...the only way to carry for you is appendix AND the best way to conceal carry is appendix. So, there you go. Nothing to see here....move on.

@cccalifornia7206

5 жыл бұрын

Excellent lesson, Thanks John 👏👍😉

Cool explanation on blading and grappling positioning. Good job of the shelf reduction as well. Another AIWB benefit is in vehicles or whenever seated, it's still right there and available. In a car it's much tougher to get the gun out if it's on your side.

This is why I'm a patron member. Your Experience, your well researched information, well throughout, well presented. Lots of facts, only a little opinion. Entertaining :) I'm constantly learning from you John. Thank you! Troy. #

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Troy!

Good explaination! I think another aspect in the retention portion is that you can have two hands pushing down to secure if its a fight, much stronger position for retention if someone wants to play good touch bad touch.

We Are Kicking you out of the " Fat Guy Club " 😅 keep on producing awesome content man I love what you do for our firearms industry 👍🏽👍🏽😎🇺🇸

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

Haha I love it! Still have 30 pounds to go.

Great instruction! Great points! Thanks John

Great points. I’ve carried for over 30 years and have tried several methods, and teach newer folks to try each and see what they think.

I wanted so badly to be able to carry appendix. But my waist is so tiny compared to the rest of me, that it didn't matter that I had a claw on my holster, or anyting. It still printed no matter what I tried. So I ended up having to come up with a different solution. I love your videos. I have learned so much from you. Keep up the great work, sir!

Another great video sir. Love your content cuz it's relevant, practical & informative. Keep'em coming! 👍

Excellent Lesson, John! THANKS 👏😉👍

Thanks for the insight John. I’m getting so much out of these videos and the main channel. Thanks for the great insights brother 💪🏻

@ASPextra

3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Good video John. I agree with you, appendix carry works well for me. I carry a Springfield XD-9 (McRib version (-:) in a Vedder kydex holster as my carry gun. The trigger safety AND the grip safety provides a lot of confidence when properly drawing and especially, carefully, slowly, holstering your weapon.

Man I appreciate you videos and instruction ! I’ve learned SO MUCH from this channel ! Thank you .

@ASPextra

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

As a dentist, it is very hard to sit and stand repeatedlycduring the day with AIWB. So I carry strongside on weekdays. Now, during the weekends, I'm AIWB all the way with KSG's Velox

@derekh2068

5 жыл бұрын

jonirokets I would have thought a dentist to be carrying while at work, but I think it’s awesome. Carry everywhere, all the time, no excuses. 👍🏻

@godgunsandgoldens

5 жыл бұрын

Consistency of carry technique is probably best. Choose one and stick to it.

@jonirokets

5 жыл бұрын

@@godgunsandgoldens I do know that. However, I prefer AIWB, but my line of work doe not allow me to do it comfortably. That is why I train both ways

@jonirokets

5 жыл бұрын

@@derekh2068 aw yeah. Carry everytime, everywhere i can

@huey7437

5 жыл бұрын

I use vp9sk in KSG Sidekick at a desk job, after about a week of getting used to it, attending and sitting not a big deal. But now with p365, I don't feel a thing! And that's without the wedge, currently using a Vedder Light Tuck with claw. Highly recommend! This set-up.

Totally agree with everything you said. We appendix carry everyday and have since day one. Great stuff John.

I think John produced an informative, well-done piece on IWBAC. Thank you! For me, who has been CC since mid-80s, and as a right-handed shooter, OWB @ 3:00 with my current EDC, G43 in a DeSantis Mini-Scabbard (good retention), spare mag in Glock carrier on left side, has worked well. IWBAC (for me) is uncomfortable when seated. I’m a “senior,” a little chunky now but earlier in life when 5’10” and around 170 lbs, IWBAC still was uncomfortable.

Good video John. Been wearing my JM Custom Kydek appendix holster for my mp 2.0 compact last 10 months everyday. I love it. Almost to the point of buying a spare. Already have a spare 2.0 compact.

@dillonpatterson4310

5 жыл бұрын

JM Custom kydex makes some of the best holsters I've owned. Never been disappointed by a holster I've owned from them

I’m still on my weight loss journey, but I definitely Love the term tactical shelf.

Three requirements for an acceptable holster: kzread.info/dash/bejne/gaxrqdSdmtS4iM4.html

Thanks for the details. I don't carry concealed yet, and since I usually have to wear a business suit often, I am leaning toward appendix carry as the best way to conceal the bulge. I am generally above average in fit, so i can wear at any position, but I think this is the least obvious place anybody would notice - with or without a suit jacket on. Your video has helped assuage certain lingering concerns, since I have not really gone into these details with any of my firearms instructors yet about this position. I just keep paying attention and collecting observations and insights from current users...

@carebear8762

4 жыл бұрын

What? You are tucking in a properly fitted shirt under a jacket and a gun is _less_ visible in front of your body then at +/_ 3 o'clock? If you use a "tuckable" itwill bulge your shirt in front unless you bag it like a shmuck, and then you have to rip a properly tucked dress shirt with real tails out over the gun. Conversely, at 3 or 3:30 you just sweep the jacket with your bladed right hand (and a bit of weight in the right pocket or inserted in the right seam and draw with one hand while your left is free for defense. Appendix relies on dressing like a slob and requires two hands.

“Enahnaced tactical shelf” lol

@kylec.650

3 жыл бұрын

I laughed at that too, heard it called a Tactical Muffin Top earlier 😆

The day someone shows me a video of a gun firing all by its self with no trigger pull and no human manipulation is the day I will be afraid of appendix carry. Until then it will be something I always do.

@brandon23471

4 жыл бұрын

They day you show me that humans are perfect and never make mistakes when holstering and unholstering a firearm is that day that I will admit that breaking the number one rule of firearms safety is fine as long as you point the gun at your femoral artery. It absolutely boggles my mind hearing the mental gymnastics people go through to justify appendix carry.

@ctdvargas

4 жыл бұрын

@@brandon23471 I would only wear appendix with a gun that has a manual safety. I know thats a no go for many, many people.

@jhanks2012

4 жыл бұрын

@@brandon23471 except holstering and unholstering with strong side carry is when you flag yourself and your femoral artery, not holstering and unholstering with AIWB

@jefferylittleton1005

4 жыл бұрын

@SuperTrader Mikey exactly this. Never break trigger discipline and you should be fine. It's all about how you train yourself.

@anonypersona3189

4 жыл бұрын

Those that argue against appendix carry for safety reasons certainly do have merits, but if you started carrying appendix yourself, I'd bet you also would be 10x more careful holstering and drawing. When the stakes are higher, you'll be more careful. That alone could save you. Appendix is nice that everything is in front so you can see what you are doing, and have two hands to do it. The bigger problem is the holster... don't get a crap one. I don't care if you carry 3 o clock or wherever, but a crap holster will jeopardize your safety more than appendix carry ... just ask the sherpa guys and gals who've had ND's

Great video John with a lot of good information. Keep your weight loss journey going my friend, you’re looking great!

John, you are looking great! Keep up the regimen. Like the clarification concerning the holsters.

About 4 years ago I tried AIWB and I’ve never looked back. It’s quicker, easier to conceal, more comfortable, easier to retain, and safer. Thanks to AIWB I can conceal a full-size Beretta Elite LTT with a spare mag. 38 rounds of protection!

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

Hey, I am training with Ernest this weekend!

@nrbrown5985

5 жыл бұрын

Active Self Protection Extra sweet! I am bringing him out to the range I’m a member at next year. I can’t wait to train with him.

Yankee Marshal is going to go nuts with this video

@armedrebellion47

5 жыл бұрын

Yankee Marshal doesn't even shoot nor train with his firearms..

@sqlb3rn

5 жыл бұрын

that guy still alive?

@musicman1eanda

5 жыл бұрын

@@armedrebellion47 I believe he does shoot a lot but I don't think he really trains if that makes sense. He thinks quick draws are unnecessary and he puts skulls on his guns (NOT good for a jury).

@austinrothjr

5 жыл бұрын

Yankee Marshall is a doofus.

@godgunsandgoldens

5 жыл бұрын

SMS, Marshal finds a way to disparage any technique that is uncomfortable or he is too lazy to change to. Then if he decides to do something different he’ll justify it with some lame excuse.

John I use with AIWB carry both my belt as well as suspenders so to greatly improve the comfort. For certain types of casual dress I use a single leather strap under the T shirt going up and veeing off to left & right shoulder, with a quick release snap clip for removing the holstered gun while going to the bathroom. With smaller guns, no belt needed.

This channel is awesome. I don't even have my permit yet, but I feel like I am learning so much with your videos. Thanks!

@ASPextra

3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

John, tactical shelf also known as “balcony over toy shop” 😁 Thx for your awesome content.. Bath UK.

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

Haha!

It's a sign of the times when I don't remember what hugs at church are like lol

@ASPextra

3 жыл бұрын

Amen!

I am new to this world and just seeing the options that exist, I knew that this should be the safest way for obvious reasons. good job

I used to wear a tie at my job everyday with lots of client interaction. I wore a aiwb using a “smart carry” sling. It was/is fantastic. Tucked shirt, flat front, nothing noticeable to clients. For those that have to dress up, I think it’s the best concealed option. Now that I’m out of the tie, I carry iwb at 4 o’clock. I’ll revisit aiwb again and see which works best. Thanks John.

I love my sidekick or whatever it’s called from KSG armory. But I adjusted the cant to see how carrying behind the hip is. First thing I noticed was I couldn’t see the holster at all while trying to reholster

AIWB is nice even for big guys, while standing. I don’t care what body type you are. Carrying a full size pistol AWIB you lose 10-20% mobility. Tie your shoes, bend over, sit down with freedom. 4o’clock has its issues but I forget my Glock model 45 is even there. Driving, catching frogs, butterflies, tracking grizzlies then wrestling them to submission, everything is comfortable.

@Bowbender8

5 жыл бұрын

I need to add a 3.0" barrel pistol to be comfortable with appendix carry and driving. 3.5 is a bit to much.

@carryeveryday910

5 жыл бұрын

R P I squar majority of the time anyway so the “tie your shoes” argument doesn’t bother me but not only that. Am I the only one who puts my gun on last?

@RP-dv3pw

5 жыл бұрын

J Cole mine goes in last. Also I’m more like old John on my body type.

@baghaei90

4 жыл бұрын

I do not have that issue you just have to carry correctly.

@jayztoob

4 жыл бұрын

@@baghaei90 i agreecompletly. I usually carry aiwb but higher than most others. The grip is over my belt and the barrel sits in the fold between my leg and torso. Tie my shoes, touch my toes, no problem. Seat belt does not prevent a clean draw. I regularly make 12 hour drives and I know just where the pistol is.

it's funny i started off last nov when i got my ccw ID with strong side carry. I did a ninja roll and the holster stabbed me so hard in the side i started bleeding lol. I never went back. Switched to AIWB on Day 5, and stuck with it. I love it, best method ever... unless of course your're wearing an midrop offset... that is just naturally the fastet safest and most comfortable if you're not going concealed imo. Thaks for this vid john I agree!

Hi John - am watching several of your instructional videos as a refresher. I carry appendix, and believe that is the best draw from being seated (in a car).

I’ve been AIWB for at least 3 years now and it’s the only way I roll unless I got the war belt and all the kit...

I practice draw with a dummy gun in my Vedder appendix holster with a heavy duty belt clip. My live firearm goes into my holster in hand first then I slip it into the appendix position on my belt. At the end of the day I pull off The holster & gun as one. In the unlikely event of having to draw my gun I would simply use my left hand to get under the clip and pull the appendix position holster out and reinsert my firearm in hand then slip it back into the appendix position as one. I feel like that's the best way for me. Thanks for all the great info john.

John, your show has helped me tremendously. I am 66 yo grandma about ready to take my first conceal carry class. I bought a Taurus G2C, because the 1957 Standard LR 22 I started learning on in August 2020 is a little too big for concealed carry on my particular body. My gun club safety range officers say I am very good at grouping shots (3-8 yard distances) where they need to be, with FBI type shooting too. My Taurus is just a few weeks old. It like it alot. I have bought a velcro gun belt for CC purpose. I like the thick belt better than the waist elastic type, because the holster comes off with the gun too often and too easily (with nothing for the hook to grab). I also have a paddle holster. My state has Constitutional carry, but I travel to see my son, grandson, and other family through several states on my path to Wisconsin from a south west direction. Illinois is the state I am most concerned with. I always have my safety on, sometimes, when I feel it is needed, I carry the gun with a round in the chamber. The Taurus has a loaded chamber (visual and/or tactile confirm) indicator on top which I appreciate. I always treat either of my guns as though it is loaded. I am concerned when I sit in my car where that bullet (in a possible neg discharge) would go if in my carry bag or in a holster worn. If it hits my hip bone or my transmission, or worse yet my gas tank or line, then my hip probably wouldn't be needed any more. What are your thoughts?

@ASPextra

3 жыл бұрын

Bullets don’t make gas explode. :)

I’ve got a 1911 Commander and a 31 inch waist. I print in every conceivable carry position.

@FourtyOunce

4 жыл бұрын

ghostdog2041 you need a pistol like the Ruger ecds or similar

@truwigl3582

3 жыл бұрын

😂 1911 Commander 32” waist here... can only conceal in winter clothes. Time for a M&P shield

@ghostdog2041

3 жыл бұрын

@@truwigl3582 haha! exactly!

I don’t disagree but as you have said you started 4 or 5 years ago would you say that as your comfort level goes up with handling fire arms that that contributes to comfort of appendix carry? I feel it’s best for a new shooter to get comfortable handling firearms and holstering them is best. I my self struggle with appendix carry and I’m not carrying much of a tactical shelf( love that terminology) it digs into me badly, I did cowboy re enactment for a good while years ago and some fast draw so strong side feels best for me and I can draw and holster with out looking for the most part depending on clothing I have on. Also being a lefty is hard to find holsters.

17:55 Reminded me of the Crocodile Dundee bar scene when meeting someone "new".

Excellent points and great video as usual!

I've had trouble sometimes with fishing for my holster too, lol. Good points, John. I even have a video of 'fishing' for my holster while shooting my "Dot Torture Drill" at 6min 40sec.

For those of us still working on the chub, side carry is the only way I've found to do it comfortably (i.e., I'll actually wear it) and safely. Except that I can't, I'd love to carry appendix.

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

I think you can. I did, when I was 60 pounds heavier.

@mackman1245

5 жыл бұрын

Can do shoulder carry comfortably and safely

@Osprey1994

5 жыл бұрын

300th parallel

@robertbuchanan562

5 жыл бұрын

I think you definitely could appendix carry, I’m 5’10 and 270lbs and I appendix carry. I started out carrying at the 4:30 position with a GARAGE Alien Gear Holster and I always printed. I bought a good gun belt (Kore Essentials) with Harry’s Executive Holster with soft loops, claw and wedge. It’s been simply the most concealable, comfortable way hands down. One more thing with the Holster if you can get extra length added it makes it comfort and adds stability helping with rollout when bending over.

@lazurm

3 жыл бұрын

@@mackman1245 Shoulder carry has too much muzzle aiming issues when drawing and holstering one's gun.

Damn that Lucky 🍀 Gunner ad with the 1000rds of 9mm Tula for $149 sounds nice right about now. 👌

Hi John. Thank you for these post you are making. I have recently decided to start carrying everyday and AIWB was always in my mind the way I wanted to go. Like you say finding the right holster is what I am still working on though. A negative that I have noticed and not seen anyone mention is this. When I get home my kids have always run up to me to get a hug from dad. Since I started carrying I noticed very quickly that my youngest daughter slammed her head right in that area, point #1 obviously dangerous but also #2 a bit sore on her little head. So that's a sacrifice I had to make and change the way I recieve her in this situation. When she gets taller that won't be so much of an issue but for now we'll I adapted a new way that will work till then. Thank you from Zambia 🇿🇲 Southern Africa

Best video on the subject of appendix carry that I've seen. Thank you.

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

Good information. I was hoping that you would cover what to do when you sit down. Every time I have tried AIWB carry, I can’t sit without the gun stabbing me in the groin or the top of my leg. It may be the holsters I’ve tried, but it happens with all of them. I do have a tactical shelf, but not a large one. Do you have any tips for dealing with this?

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

That'll be its own video.

@badnomad357

2 жыл бұрын

Yea, as a guy with the middle aged +20 tummy I can't imagine keeping my gun here. Maybe an old 25 otherwise no way. 3 days of this with lots of sitting or getting up and down and I'd rather shoot myself. If I had a job on my feet all day then maybe?

I have a tactical shelf. I carry appendix. I will disagree with you on one point: when I sit down, I know the pistol is pointed at my junk. It's not something I'm "afraid of" but it does stay in my thoughts at times. Call me naive in trusting my gun that much but the gun is only out of the holster when I'm training. Gun stays in the holster when I'm attaching or taking it off my belt.

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

Holstered firearms are not pointed, just the same as cased firearms.

@dillonpatterson4310

5 жыл бұрын

@@ASPextra absolutely this. I dont know how many times people will say, its pointing at you when you're sitting down. No it's not when its holstered it's just a chunk of metal. John are you on reddit? Reddit.com/r/ccw could benefit from your expertise, there can be a lot of misinformation on there.

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

@@dillonpatterson4310 I just don't have time to participate over there. I am at my limits with what I am doing, and arguing with strangers on the internet is frustrating. :)

@dillonpatterson4310

5 жыл бұрын

@@ASPextra Isn't that the honest truth lol. You can't logic someone out of an argument they didnt logic themselves into. I appreciate you taking your time to reply, thanks for all the work you do. It's hard to find the time and money for quality training with a family but your videos are always good supplements and lessons. Thanks again.

Excellent video! Thanks John!

IWB/Appendix w/a striker fired weapon makes me nervous and it’s not something I’d ever do. That said I did carry my off-duty .38 that way for years. Good video John, nice to see another south paw shooter.

I think it's the best too. But I can't get over the fact that it's always pointed at my wobbly bits. It's near impossible it would ever happen but if I had to get shot with my holstered firearm, I'd rather be shot in the butt check, than in my man hood and family jewels.

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

Holstered firearms are not pointed, just the same as cased firearms.

@mackman1245

5 жыл бұрын

@@ASPextra Ok, I get what you're saying when you say 'not pointed' (I read your same answer in another comment). Domino52o, a firearm is not pointed at anyone/anything, if it's not in a 'state of readiness', and because the trigger is not accessible, it's not in a state of readiness.. i.e., at the gun range, because of the way it's carried, EVERY rifle being brought inside is 'pointed' at people, but because it's inaccessible, it's not considered the same as someone holding a gun and 'pointing' that gun (empty or loaded) at someone. Active Self Protection Extra It's a good idea to define 'pointed' firearms, to save having to give the same answer over and over, especially with AIWB topics!

Hey, I recognize one of those holsters. :) Looking good, John! Keep up the hard work.

Excellent points pertaining to AIWB, John. I do either pocket carry or appendix carry. Thank you for your educational vids. I’m fairly new to ASP Extra, but I’ve watched the lion’s share of your ASP channel. my only complaint about this video is the red laser damaged my eyes 😂 the laser beam came out of my iPad and got me... God bless,

Meh... its not a safety concern for me. I am just fat. Strongside for me. (edit: I just caught the meaning of Tactical shelf lol ... when I look down it looks like Im peeing from my bellybutton)

@twe9043

5 жыл бұрын

I thought the exact same thing. TYM knows a lot about midget transvestite hookers, but knows jack shit about guns.

@michaelglenn2468

5 жыл бұрын

I used to be fat and felt the same way. I started carrying AIWB and it became a constant reminder to lose some weight. Now that I'm thin I feel it's the best way. Just get some pants that fit properly with the gun and your pants and you will be convinced it's the best way. When I had a gut I was too proud to get larger pants and it only hindered the transition to appendix carry.

@MerchantMonk

5 жыл бұрын

@@twe9043 TYM ?

@twe9043

5 жыл бұрын

Sorry. replying to the comment below.

@RojerLockless

5 жыл бұрын

@Daniel W Get a better holster then. A good holster with a wedge won't stab you. Also... If you're Pelvis is being stabbed appendix style you're body is weird :P

New shooters can be complacent since handling a firearm is not instinct. Accidents happen. I would never recommend having new people holstering a firearm toward their femoral artery. Not wise. An experienced person, who is well versed is ok. It’s also not comfortable. I think it’s very secure though.

@TheMrmonkeynuts

5 жыл бұрын

I can also look my gun into the holster; although I was trained beyond that. Your femoral artery is on the inner thigh not the outer thigh. I don’t believe the little benefit you get from this method is worth a minor misstep. Any degree of training can encounter a mistake. I can survive a shot to the outer thigh. I can not survive more than a few minutes with a shot to a femoral. I don’t believe his demo was convincing. Especially for beginners who often make mistakes. Life can be harsh when you make a mistake with a gun. If you’re comfortable, do it.

@richardbenson4750

5 жыл бұрын

I edited my long comment to this short one because after watching this video twice to to make sure I heard it correctly there's simply to much bs to write anything less than a page long response too... This video is a joke

@Osprey1994

5 жыл бұрын

I suggest people do what I did although I had some experience before I got my permit. My suggestion is practice safe handling with an empty gun for a few weeks. Practice drawing, etc with dummy rounds and get it into your head what you need to be doing in order to be safe.

@featheredserpentofthewest2049

5 жыл бұрын

I concur.Airborne All The Way!

@JGSH13

5 жыл бұрын

I'd argue that those well versed in firearms are more likely to become complacent.

This was a great video for less skilled people like myself, so much useful information for both the actual carrying and how not to send yourself to the ER or take the ambient air temperature challenge.

@ASPextra

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lynda!

John, I carry at the 3 o'clock was owb. I wish I was able to try some holsters appendix before purchasing. As of now am wanting to carry appendix. Thanks for the videos and lessons.

I sometimes carry like this, but not while driving, I think it could seriously injure you in a car crash, I was rear ended once on I-17, it was bad, and If I had been carrying appendix it would have smashed my organs very bad.

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

Actually, not so. facebook.com/PHLster/videos/1656336251071041/

@ThatguyFirst

5 жыл бұрын

@@ASPextra At a recent course I took one of the other students was an ER Doc. He carries AIWB and I asked him about this specific issue. He stated that basically the gun/holster unit would be pushed against the "squishy parts" and injury from that was unlikely.

@bvoyelr

5 жыл бұрын

@@ASPextra I would venture to say that gentleman has all of the credentials you don't need to answer the question at hand (and to be fair to him, he's answering the question of how to wear the seat belt to maximize its efficacy, not so much what the gun will do to you when it's smashed into your abdomen with extreme pressure). I'd be more interested in hearing what medical professionals have to say about it. After all, your body is being pushed into the gun with a large fraction of your body weight at a large fraction of the speed you were going. Case in point, the seat belt ALONE can prove injurious during accidents (see "seat belt syndrome" on the internets). And that's with proper function of the seat belt (i.e., it distributing the load across your abdomen). Adding a pressure point to that equation will almost certainly cause further injury -- or make the existing possibility of injury significantly more likely.

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

See above comment from THAT GUY. ER doc concurs.

@gb93669

5 жыл бұрын

@@ASPextra I agree 100% with the Facebook link you provided. I slightly raise up my holster position when sitting in a car so that I can ensure that the belt is down low across my hips where it should be. When the belt tightens it won't be pressing against my holster so won't be forcing it into my body at all. I think the ER Dr. above, is correct as well.

I’d prefer all new shooters to learn how to use an OWB holster before transitioning to any Iwb holster. Build good habits. Second, visually clearing your holster is all well and good until the lights are out.....use your thumb to clear the holster. Third edit: John, this video is kind of BS. You’re justifying good appendix technique by showing terrible strong side techniques. It’s a false dichotomy dude. There are good arguments to be made but you didn’t make them

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

I am telling you what I see, again and again, as strong side errors. Happens all the time. Not saying you can't reholster safely strong side because you can. But the visual inspection thing is a sure problem strong side. That's not technique. Also, "reholster in the dark?" How many CCW gunfights do you think there are that require a pitch black reholster? I would say that number is vanishingly small.

@Roach011

5 жыл бұрын

Active Self Protection Extra it’s less about CCW gunfights and more about every time the gun comes out to search a home or property in the dark that doesn’t end in a gun fight. Reholstering in the dark isn’t irrelevant just because it’s not on camera, don’t be obtuse. If someone has bad technique when reholster it’s dangerous. If someone has good technique it’s less dangerous regardless of carry location. This argument as a justification for appendix falls flat. My opinion.

@jubjub905

5 жыл бұрын

Big_Roach011 if it doesnt end in a gun fight why not pull out your flashlight or better yet flip the light switch on to see?

I used to rarely carry appendix bc of horror stories. I hurt my rotator cuff last summer, and yes, it was almost impossible to draw and holster strong side, so I started AIWB out of necessity. Once I finally found the right holster (KSG Sidekick with foam for me), appendix became my default. I only wear strongside now when I’m in the woods or fishing or doing something where concealed tactical readiness isn’t the priority.

Like many things, it boils down to individual preference, specific situation, firearm type& training.

Great video, I gained a lot of useful info from you. I'm not going to any training classes, just getting it off these videos...

@ASPextra

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help, although quality in-person training is invaluable.

Excellent presentation. Even with 20 years of LE experience, I’m always learning.

@ASPextra

2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

Thank you. I realize this video is a year old now, but I just found it. Newbie shooter here, I've owned a handgun for only a few months, and I appendix carry because I have spine and shoulder mobility issues that prevent me from being able to draw from 4 and makes 3 difficult, and 2. After seeing all of the other videos about how bad appendix carry is, it's refreshing to see some that show that is is at least as safe as a hip carry, or at least can be if the user isn't an idiot.

@ASPextra

4 жыл бұрын

Shoulder mobility issues is a GREAT reason to go with appendix carry. Just do so safely, like I showed in this video. :)

Very clear and precise information, Thank you.

@ASPextra

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

I appreciate and greatly value Jon's dedication and experience. For me....appendix...just can't do it. Tried three different brand AIWB: AXIS, Phlstr, TXC. Trained extensively, live and dry. It's really a psychological issue, for me. My formative training at FAS was all using strong side IWB @ 4 o'clock. (I showed up my first day with my G19 riding in a Galco "Miami Vice" special, we all make mistakes!) Mass respect for Rick and Marty. For EDCC, I have to stay with strong side IWB and strong side OWB with my 10mm "bruin tamer" in the back country. Just my experience.

@ASPextra

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah Marty absolutely loathes AIWB carry. Like passionately, for some reason. And of course when your first formative teacher really ingrains something into you, that's hard to overcome. I wish he'd moderate his approach on that issue, and a couple of others too.

Thanks for the time and effort you expend on your channel. I've watched and enjoyed your content for years. Before today I was staunchly opposed to appendix carry (A C) because of the often stated "junk" objection. I never before considered that the wedge you showed could dispel my prejudice about A C. However, I'm a little open minded so I'm glad I watched all the way to the end and only wish you had included in this video a demonstration of you drawing while seated with the AC holster. Being able to easily and quickly draw while seated is a high priority for me. I'm likely to make a holster for A C soon just so I can gain that experience. The only problems I suspect are the fitment issue you mentioned and my "shelf." lol I make my own holsters for the last few years and have been carrying about 6 years. My most recent holster is cross draw. It's much easier to draw while seated and that's why I spent the time to design my own cross draw holster. When I first began seeing anyone on videos or movies carrying cross draw I was opposed mainly because it looked "dorky." lol. However after carrying cross draw for several months I've grown to appreciate how easy it is to draw while seated. No body gyrations at all are needed for drawing while seated and a standing draw is at least as easy as a draw from strong side. Cross draw holsters are absolutely no good for open carry because it presents the grip to any potential attackers. But for concealed carry I think it's tops (at least for the moment). My cross draw is extremely comfortable all day. It adds zero discomfort at all so I'm happy to carry that way. I wear my cross draw holster on a separate belt (about 1.5" wide and as stiff as I can find) right over my regular pant belt. It's easy to remove the belt / holster combo both at the same time and to put it back on quickly and conveniently. It conceales as easily as an OWB strong side holster. The belt loops are a little different than strong side holsters, but your holster maker will perfect the design change in no time. The belt loop afrangement also lends itself to obtaining the desired cant. I haven't even tried to make the cross draw in the belt style. I think it could be accomplished, butat the moment I see no advangage to that.

@ASPextra

Жыл бұрын

I have videos on the channel of drawing while seated and AIWB.

@southernexposure123

Жыл бұрын

@@ASPextra Thanks. I'll see if I can find them.

@ASPextra

Жыл бұрын

Just search appendix and AIWB and they'll come up. Have a great day!

John Corria, You have proven over and over again, that you know what youre talking about when it comes to safety, usefulness, and all of that. I Trust your advice COMPLETELY... I hope your viewers are on the same page too!!

Great video John! New subscriber here that came over from your other channel. I do AIWB 90% of the time and it works the best for me.

@ASPextra

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome!

Don’t know if others noticed but I really liked your hand position on the gun (with thumb on the back of the slide) when putting it back in the holster. Excellent technique. 👍👍

@ASPextra

Жыл бұрын

I carry a gun with a hammer, so it adds safety margins.

Thanks John, I think I’m going to try appendix carry for a while after watching this. I did have a incident where I might have been printing in a store , a cop walked right up behind me but didn’t say anything, it’s possible that she was trying to make out if it was a firearm. BTW my shirt was a Little snug. After hearing what you had to say and after that I might just give it a go.

Thanks for the class💪🏽💪🏽

I like this suggestion. Exactly what I needed.

Q series minimalist holster at 4 I clock has been very excellent I'm a porter at a car dealership getting in and out of cars all day ....aiwb seems to jam my legs ....However I Believe as John said DO WHATS BEST FOR YOU..GREAT STUFF AS ALWAYS..

@ASPextra

5 жыл бұрын

If you WANT to give AIWB another try, then a purpose built AIWB holster can really make a difference. If not, no harm.

John you’re the best, we all look to you to keep on our toes, and to “keep our toes” lol.

Always been Appendix carry since I got my CCL 10 years ago. Most comfortable and easy draw.

Great discussion. Weight loss looking great

Appendix works best for me. Tier 1 Concealed holster with a spare mag pouch on both rigs I use. Glock 19 and 43x.

New subscriber here. Really loving these videos John

I do notice in the time I've been a concealed carrier. That I had to up my regular style t-shirts from a LG to XLG when I got my tier 1 Agis holster on and wearing a SOILD color design shirt. polo type and plaid button up types I can wear a LG still.

I carry week side forward of my hip. It conceals well, I can see it, sit, bend and draw easily.

“A” zone hugger.....I love it!!

Appendix Carry using the Raven Vanguard 2 trigger guard on a string in combination with a Sticky holster is how I conceal carry. With the Vanguard 2 on a string, I already have this trigger guard on before my pistol goes in my IWB Sticky holster. Reholstering takes two hands and I am never in a hurry. This combo is very comfortable and makes me feel very safe.

@ASPextra

3 жыл бұрын

As long as you have the trigger covered, then whatever else you want to do is good.

I agree with all your points.

I've decided to try an appendix carry after watching this. I already had an On Your Six Designs IWB kydex holster for my G21, but never used it for appendix. After a while I realized that I needed to trim and sand a corner off to take care of a comfort issue. I have to say, that after about 24 hours I really like it..albeit the G21 is a bit big for appendix, but I'm a big guy, so not too big a deal. I ordered a Vedder for my Steyr M9 A1 and just waiting for it to come in. Apparently USPS is just sitting on it though. :(