Always appendix carry with a $4,000 Wilson pistol. For safety, look the pistol in while you reholster sloooowly. This gives yourself and others time to admire your way cool firearm. Excellent video.
If you carry a $4,000 pistol you're an idiot I'm just going to say it cuz if you ever get in a self-defense situation you will probably lose that gun and not get it back. I'm not saying you need to carry a trash gun but I would carry something in the six to eight hundred dollar range.
I carry apendex striker fired no external safety one in the pipe but what I have done for safety is I will not re-holster in apendex position when I put my gun on I put it in the holster first then I put the holster on with the gun in it being careful to point the muzzle away from my pelvis like he showed also I only use kydex holsters that completely cover the trigger well if I ever had to use it in real life I would take the holster off put it on the gun then back in apendex position just like I do every time I put my gun on This also makes it very easy to check for and clear obstructions in the holster All of this being said I don't disagree with anything he said in the video All extremely good information as always from Wilson Combat and mike
That sounds much easier than my method. I undo my belt and let my pants fall to the ground, then put the pistol in the holster and pull them back up. Too easy!
I train people at my academy to re-holster RELUCTANTLY once you and only have determined it is safe to do so. Wolves run in packs. Don't forget to do a good, slow 360* scan too.
I carry appendix but the comment about striker fired is from a place of fear and it only serves to scare people. As long as you reholster and draw properly and have a quality holster there is no issue. A safety is a matter of personal comfort and to be honest a crutch for sometimes poor fundamentals and gun handling. Its like buying Gucci gear to make you a better shooter vs training
Yeah, I thought he said that because he was going to demonstrate putting his thumb on the hammer to catch the hammer in case the trigger did get snagged, but he didn't (although that makes more sense with a decocked DA/SA gun).
It's wilson combat they sell gucchi hammer fired handguns so yeah they are going to fear monger about striker fired guns if it gets you to drop $3k on a pistol.
I’ve been appendix carrying for 27 years, way before it became a thing. From full size 1911 to Glocks, Sigs, J frames, HK. If you’re not comfortable holstering a gun, get that squared away first. He shouldn’t be scaring people into only using a manual safety firearm AIWB, although we all know why which is to sell more Wilsons. If you want to try it, like he said get a dedicated AIWB holster and carry it with a snap cap around the house to see if it’s for you until you become comfortable with it. Draw and reholster 100x a day to get familiar with it. Nowadays with slim hicap 9mm handguns like the Sig P365/P365XL or other similar handguns, AIWB can be very comfortable and concealable.
If you ever muzzle yourself while reholstering aiwb then you are doing it wrong, and it’s easier to muzzle your femoral artery from strong side especially right around 3’oclock. People who aren’t flexible enough to comfortably look down through the holster tend to fish for the holster at 3 and point it right at their femoral artery. Once it’s inside a good holster, we don’t count that as muzzling because we trust the internal safeties on modern guns and only buy good, safe holsters.
@p51mustang24 If you're muzzling your femoral from the 3 o clock strong side you're either a freak of nature or doing some gymnastics....your femoral artery doesnt run along the outside of the leg.... and if you want to argue semantics about bullet penetration...ANY carry position can cause catastrophic injuries
Yeah, I figured he's probably getting paid for his promotion of Combat Wilson handguns; Shameful and SHFH. I don't listen to anyone with hidden agenda and it's damn clear he has one. 😡😡😡😡😁😁
I carried strong side when I first learned to carry. After gaining experience, I changed to appendix carry with a DA/SA type. I only holster it with my thumb pressing on the back of the hammer while using the other safety measures mentioned here. The concealment and control and access are all better in appendix carry in my opinion. Good video!
Great video. I switched to from striker-fired to 1911 also. Actually 2011. Staccato C2, CS. I couldn't agree more. While not everyone has the budget for a Wilson Combats or Staccato, I believe in starting with a great pistol and investing in the best. Thanks!
So many things wrong with what he said for putting "Appendix Carry Like A Pro" in the thumbnail! First, the best way to carry appendix is 12:30 - 12:45 (NOT 1:30 to 2 O'clock). The space between your groin and inner thigh is the most comfortable when leaning or sitting. More importantly, it's the safer position if there's a negligent discharge. I'm not saying you're going to miss your body completely, but there's a BETTER chance of only grazing or nicking something. Second, it's a complete fallacy to think that strong side (3 O'clock) is safer regarding your femoral artery. In a normal stance, the line of bullet travel is not straight down alongside your leg (unless you stand with your legs stuck together touching each other, and no one stands like that naturally). In a natural stance, the line of bullet travel at 3 O'clock is going to go into your thigh. There's just as high if not a higher chance of hitting your femoral artery from 3 O'clock! Now, 4 to 6 O'clock is definitely safer. Most likely just a flesh wound to your rear-end. I'm definitely not recommending that as you are at a tactical disadvantage as he explained. That's why I carry appendix. I do agree with being very deliberate and either pushing your hips forward or stepping back with your right leg (if you carry right-handed) when reholstering. That being said, that's all you need to be safe. To say not to carry a striker fire for appendix and you should carry a double-action or external safety is ridiculous! If you carry a Glock and want to be extra safe you can purchase and (easily) install the Striker Control Device by Tau Development Group. It allows you to place your thumb on the slide backplate (which we normally do when reholstering) and it stops the trigger from being pulled in case something gets stuck in the trigger while holstering. As long as your thumb is off the backplate, the trigger works normally. My personal belief is external safeties are a hindrance, BUT I'm not here to debate that. To each their own. I just wanted to correct a couple things that were factually wrong and many people believe. Most gun and mag combo holsters (like T1 Concealment) place the muzzle of the gun in the right position automatically (12:30 - 1:00 O'clock) if centered. Do not appendix carry at 1:30 or 2:00 and wherever you carry (A, 3, 4, or 5) don't be an idiot! Practice your fundamentals and your draw and be mindful and deliberate with your movement!
Yep, this guy is sponsored by “manual safety only” guns. Watch Active Self Protection and see how many folks screw up futzing with their gun, safeties, etc when SHTF and their brain is filled with adrenaline. I have carried and trained with various striker fired pistols appendix carry for years. Having a high quality holster and keeping that booger picker off the trigger are the best safeties. But hey, everyone can and does do whatever they feel comfortable with....so rock on!
@M Via because they feel like they are talking to very stupid people and don’t want to be liable. It’s like a teacher talking down to their special Education class. Most adults can handle Appendix without external safetied gun
Mike, You are not just an excellent shooter (World class champion) but also a great instructor All your advices very valuable to me You are one of my favorite instructors on net Thank you very much for all your tips! Priceless!
I appendix carry with my DA/SA HK's (i.e. P30, P30sk, HK 45c, USP Compact 9mm, and USP Compact .45). They all have at least a de-cocker and a few of them also have a safety. While I also have a few striker-fire pieces, I've been carrying DA/SA for years and have no issues with them. Great video!
It is always good to hear a fair discussion on a (sometimes) contentious topic. I'm preparing as a new CCW to go AIWB but you've done a good job on pointing out the potential disaster with an accidental discharge with that holster method.
All methods have their inherent risks. Thousands of dry fire practice with your choice of carry until it becomes muscle memory and almost eliminating mistakes should give you the confidence to carry concealed
Give every position a fair shot. The defensive use I was in, I had to draw one handed while I pushed the guy back. I now carry at 4 o'clock, being a right handed shooter. That being said, the chance of an unintended discharge always exists. Purposefully clear your fingers from the trigger when holstering, and visually confirm there is nothing in the way. I've been criticized for carrying my keys on my belt loop on the right side of my body, while my holster is 6 inches behind them. Theoretically it could be a problem, but so far so good. Just intentionally do the process every time, don't relax and go looking for the holster blind with the muzzle of any firearm.
Ironic how he doesn’t recommend Striker fired while being sponsored by a company that doesn’t make them. If your trigger is covered, it isn’t an issue.
I think the idea which he didn’t mention is there’s a higher chance of detecting anything caught in the trigger guard or prevent the trigger from inadvertently pulled from an object caught in the trigger guard as you are reholstering. A safety will prevent the trigger from being caught and pulled OR a double action hammer will allow you to put your thumb over the hammer as you holster so if something gets caught while you holster either the thumb pressure on the hammer prevents the trigger from being pulled or you can detect the trigger being pulled by movement of the hammer. It’s not fool proof but gives you some safety buffer.
+Go Bucs Wilson Combat does make striker fired pistols. They make Glock and Sig versions. It is a safety issue that many reputable instructors believe in. Being able to keep your thumb on the hammer as you re-holster is considered by many to be a big plus when carrying a pistol in the appendix position. You may or may not agree with that, But I don’t believe that his comment had anything to do with his sponsorship.
I use the same manufacturer holster for all my firearms carried appendix. Allows for consistent training and reholstering feel. I’ve almost always researched the holster before the gun purchase for this to stay constant. Practice daily cause you carry daily. Or find what works for you. Saying striker fired is not good is not the answer for all. Thanks for the video.
Hip area nerve and joint damage have forced me into AIWB carry, but, I have struggled to find a worktable holster/position combination. I have learned many things from you, but, this information is invaluable for my transition from right Strong side hip carry. Thank you.
I almost always carry appendix. My primary firearm is Glock, which as you stated, has no manual safety. One thing you said that I most certainly agree with and also stress as well, PRACTICE!!!
since you carry a Glock do you carry in condition 3 or condition 0? When I started I was doing condition 3 but then i bought a firearm with a manual safety and started training with that one
@@kevinlscott Totally understand......one in the chamber is the way i do it now......i used to not do that when i first started....but i kept practicing till i got comfortable....now i dont think and just go on instinct and muscle memory....stay safe
Ridiculous that he would disparage striker fired handguns like that. That sounds fake to me cause all anyone would have to do is carry it around the house unloaded and practice dry firing to see that an accidental discharge won’t happen.
Thanks for the informative video Mike. A lot of people bash on carriers with manual safety lock but personally I can train to flip it the minute the take it out of my holster. Thanks!
More people shoot themselves while holstering than drawing. Unless you are a lone law enforcement officer transitioning from having your firearm out to handcuffing there is no tactical reason not to take your time to holster. In competition the time stops on a shot. In self defense you holster after all threats are neutralized. If all threats are neutralized you have all the time to properly physically clear the holster and look the firearm into position. A slow and methodical holster only takes 2-3 seconds. Probably a lot faster than you can deploy a tourniquet.
If you have time and it's not too conspicuous, remove the holster, holster the weapon, then re-attach to your belt. Otherwise, just take your time and be super careful. Also, if you carry a revolver, keep your thumb on the hammer when reholstering while the holster is attached to your belt.
I carried my off-duty J frame appendix for years. When our agency transitioned to the Glock 23 I abandoned this method for safety reasons. In retirement I pocket carry either a J frame or Ruger LCP 100% of the time. My 74 y/o physique no longer makes appendix carry safe or comfortable.
I am just starting to carry appendix and have been a Glock and M&P guy for 20 years but although a striker fired gun like my Glocks could be safely carried this way I have a mental block regarding safety and personally would never do it with a striker fired gun. I am now new to CZ pistols and have the CZ 75 PO1 and the CZ 75 PCR with the decocker. I now carry appendix with these 2 guns and feel 90% good to go. I allow the 10% uncertainties because it is still a carry position that needs extra attention. That’s just me so thank you for the video.
I’m in love with my WCP365 grip module and tungsten weight kit. Totally transformed my weapon. And I prefer AIWB carry as well. Take my time reholstering with eyes on
Being an old disabled guy I do rely on an external safety with appendix carry as I have nerve damage in my hands so I need the extra step before pulling the trigger. Just how I need to do it to be safe. With my one double-single action of course I don't need the external safety. Find what works safely for you as the goal is self-defense
Very good points something everyone should hear an understand! I too appendix carry a glock 22 gen5 with a tlr-1 hl in a trex sidecar holster or when I'm camping / in the woods I use my Hosking holsters chest rig. I rarely carry strong side or owb because I feel that it's not very safe to say hey look here's my gun come try to take it or whatever some low life would be thinking, plus I don't really like to show that I have a pistol, that's why it's called conceal carry.. Great video
Sir, you totally made me rethink my way of appendix carry. I'm am now training with a weapon that has a safety, that way l can develop muscle memory to disengage the safety.
I just carry DA/SA hammer down safety off so it still goes bang when I first pull the trigger I just have the longer DA pull which I’m used to anyway but it also gives me that split second extra to change my mind if for some reason I don’t need to shoot. Obviously after that first shot breaks it’s a smooth easy SA pull the rest of the way.
So many things wrong with what he said for putting "Appendix Carry Like A Pro" in the thumbnail! First, the best way to carry appendix is 12:30 - 12:45 (NOT 1:30 to 2 O'clock). The space between your groin and inner thigh is the most comfortable when leaning or sitting. More importantly, it's the safer position if there's a negligent discharge. I'm not saying you're going to miss your body completely, but there's a BETTER chance of only grazing or nicking something. Second, it's a complete fallacy to think that strong side (3 O'clock) is safer regarding your femoral artery. In a normal stance, the line of bullet travel is not straight down alongside your leg (unless you stand with your legs stuck together touching each other, and no one stands like that naturally). In a natural stance, the line of bullet travel at 3 O'clock is going to go into your thigh. There's just as high if not a higher chance of hitting your femoral artery from 3 O'clock! Now, 4 to 6 O'clock is definitely safer. Most likely just a flesh wound to your rear-end. I'm definitely not recommending that as you are at a tactical disadvantage as he explained. That's why I carry appendix. I do agree with being very deliberate and either pushing your hips forward or stepping back with your right leg (if you carry right-handed) when reholstering. That being said, that's all you need to be safe. To say not to carry a striker fire for appendix and you should carry a double-action or external safety is ridiculous! If you carry a Glock and want to be extra safe you can purchase and (easily) install the Striker Control Device by Tau Development Group. It allows you to place your thumb on the slide backplate (which we normally do when reholstering) and it stops the trigger from being pulled in case something gets stuck in the trigger while holstering. As long as your thumb is off the backplate, the trigger works normally. My personal belief is external safeties are a hindrance, BUT I'm not here to debate that. To each their own. I just wanted to correct a couple things that were factually wrong and many people believe. Most gun and mag combo holsters (like T1 Concealment) place the muzzle of the gun in the right position automatically (12:30 - 1:00 O'clock) if centered. Do not appendix carry at 1:30 or 2:00 and wherever you carry (A, 3, 4, or 5) don't be an idiot! Practice your fundamentals and your draw and be mindful and deliberate with your movement!
Great video Mike! I’m a leather holster guy and I have a couple friends that make what I believe to be the best leather appendix holsters available! John at 5 Shot Leather makes the SME and Jim at JRC Holsters makes the AIWB CDA 2! Don’t cheap out buy a quality holster and it will last a long time.
I’m 5’10” and 130 pounds. I carry my Glock 23 appendix simply because with my body shape I can’t carry anywhere else without the grip seriously poking out, even in heavy clothing.
well spoken...very well spoken. And while I dont agree with the need for the safety, I respect the points made and have subscribed to learn. Thank you my friend
What is 100% true is that all professionals have additional safety requirements, measures, tactics, conditions, and measures that they all recommend and follow to carry appendix. Which means and confirms that appendix always has more risk involved. Thus, for the average shooter is rarely be used.
I just received my LTC, purchased a Hellcat OSP with a Viridian Laser and I thought a holster was just holster. Thank you for this video!!! I'm searching right now for an appendix holster for my Hellcat; plus I prefer the 2 o'clock position.
I carry a G26 in a MIC holster, AIWB. When used properly, the MIC is the ONLY holster design that prevents your gun from ever pointing at any part of your body when the trigger is exposed. The gun is drawn, holstered, racked, loaded, unloaded, etc., all whilst the trigger is completely covered. You can even draw and holster while seated (like in a car) and never have the gun pointed at yourself with the trigger exposed. The MIC holster is the safest and best for concealment holster out there. (BTW, your gun is wider than the MIC holster, so that’s one reason why it conceals so well. ). 👍
Also for hammer fired guns you can hold the hammer forward so even if somehow you snag the trigger it's impossible for it to overpower your pressure against the hammer
I really do not like a appendix carry .. I have tried it but didn’t like it at all. 5 o’clock iwb works well for ME. Long as we are armed that’s what really matters. 👍🦅🇺🇸
Tony614 I’m waiting for my holster for my 365 xl and hope I can get away with 4 or 5 o’clock carry position. Do you find the xl prints to much or is it not that bad?
You can have a gun on you in a way you cant access it well. Ankle holster under tight jeans for example. Also if you’re untrained period... there’s a point when “just being armed” does no good if deploying said weapon takes more than 3 seconds (very long time at that). Not saying appendix or 5 o’clock is better or worse. Just want everyone to think things through carefully. Train hard.
So many things wrong with what he said for putting "Appendix Carry Like A Pro" in the thumbnail! First, the best way to carry appendix is 12:30 - 12:45 (NOT 1:30 to 2 O'clock). The space between your groin and inner thigh is the most comfortable when leaning or sitting. More importantly, it's the safer position if there's a negligent discharge. I'm not saying you're going to miss your body completely, but there's a BETTER chance of only grazing or nicking something. Second, it's a complete fallacy to think that strong side (3 O'clock) is safer regarding your femoral artery. In a normal stance, the line of bullet travel is not straight down alongside your leg (unless you stand with your legs stuck together touching each other, and no one stands like that naturally). In a natural stance, the line of bullet travel at 3 O'clock is going to go into your thigh. There's just as high if not a higher chance of hitting your femoral artery from 3 O'clock! Now, 4 to 6 O'clock is definitely safer. Most likely just a flesh wound to your rear-end. I'm definitely not recommending that as you are at a tactical disadvantage as he explained. That's why I carry appendix. I do agree with being very deliberate and either pushing your hips forward or stepping back with your right leg (if you carry right-handed) when reholstering. That being said, that's all you need to be safe. To say not to carry a striker fire for appendix and you should carry a double-action or external safety is ridiculous! If you carry a Glock and want to be extra safe you can purchase and (easily) install the Striker Control Device by Tau Development Group. It allows you to place your thumb on the slide backplate (which we normally do when reholstering) and it stops the trigger from being pulled in case something gets stuck in the trigger while holstering. As long as your thumb is off the backplate, the trigger works normally. My personal belief is external safeties are a hindrance, BUT I'm not here to debate that. To each their own. I just wanted to correct a couple things that were factually wrong and many people believe. Most gun and mag combo holsters (like T1 Concealment) place the muzzle of the gun in the right position automatically (12:30 - 1:00 O'clock) if centered. Do not appendix carry at 1:30 or 2:00 and wherever you carry (A, 3, 4, or 5) don't be an idiot! Practice your fundamentals and your draw and be mindful and deliberate with your movement!
I carry a GL 19 for over 30yrs. Appendix. From the NYPD days. It’s all about training. And a good holster for that carry. But great video well explained. Like your videos and have some of your books.
Probably the best Appendix carry review I have seen. Great Job. I usually carry a revolver appendix like a LCR or a Traditional double action semi-auto such as a CZP07. The striker i carry most often that way is my P365 but I have a manual safety on it. Another method for appendix and 1911'S WHEN RE-HOLSTERING. Put your thumb on the hammer which will also take your grip off the grip safety as well as you push your gun into your holster. That does two things even if your holster kicks off the manual safety. It holds the hammer from going off and the position it takes to hold your hammer with your thumb takes your gun hand grip off the grip safety.
Wow! I love Wilson Combat firearms both rifles and handguns. I'm very interested in purchasing the Combat Wilson SFX, but I'll have to save up for it. The darn gun costs more than the 300 HAM'R RANGER that I want to also purchase. However, that said, you're buying Quality, Reliability, Durability, and Accuracy. Wilson Combat doesn't cheat their customers by making their guns with cheap ass materials, period. They provide the Best Materials known to the gun world-- bar none. Thanks for this comprehensive video. I'm always learning new things. 💯💯💯🙂🙂👍👍👍
Whether striker or hammer fired, it’s the same routine to reholster. Deliberate. Careful clearing of holster and garments. It all comes down to training. ACP fastest defensive position, but most uncomfortable. You’re right to point out pros and cons, buuuut to not recommend a striker fired for Appendix is a bit much. I run a staccato p and run both appendix and 4oclock depending on occasion- I train both. Train. Train. Train. Informative vid
I wish we had a video with this guy talking in more detail about why he wouldn't go striker fired vs hammer fire. I'd love to hear his thoughts more in depth on this.
He has way more experience than I do but here’s my reason. When reholstering, you have an added layer of safety with a dual action pistol. You can press on the back of the hammer. If the trigger moves the hammer will move and give you a sign of danger before it’s too late. This is generally not possible with striker fired or single action only pistols. Single action only pistols usually have a manual safety though. Maybe this is why he made this distinction. It is the reason I choose DA/SA for appendix carry. It’s a personal choice involving increased safety.
I've been carrying AIWB for a while now, initially I had been reluctant but after a lot of research and experimentation I decided that it wasn't only possible but actually ended up being more tolerable than other carry styles. Granted, this only applied to me with the gun I chose to carry. I had the same reservations about it initially, there was no way I was going to carry a striker fired pistol in that fashion due to the inherent dangers. I know they are safe to carry with the correct holster, I've heard the arguments. I just decided to carry a pistol that I felt more comfortable which ended up being a K6S. I got a Rath holster and paired it with the Alias system. I can easily draw the gun but I can also holster it by removing the holster itself quickly and easily before sliding it back into place. I don't need to practice holstering carefully with the holster in my waistband. I feel this is a fairly foolproof setup that I am comfortable carrying and is secure, concealable and sturdy.
I feel safe with a striker fire. My H&K has a trigger safety. I use a hard polymer holster that covers the trigger guard. Still, yes, slowly reholster, pointing away while eyeballing the inside.
I carry a CZ P-01 Omega in appendix in a Tier 1 Concealed Axis Slim with a sidecar 16rd mag, works great. A little heavy and a bit big of a handgun (although still technically compact), but with those drawbacks come massive round count, and a nato-certified, aluminum frame, reliable and safe, hammer-fired death machine
So many things wrong with what he said for putting "Appendix Carry Like A Pro" in the thumbnail! First, the best way to carry appendix is 12:30 - 12:45 (NOT 1:30 to 2 O'clock). The space between your groin and inner thigh is the most comfortable when leaning or sitting. More importantly, it's the safer position if there's a negligent discharge. I'm not saying you're going to miss your body completely, but there's a BETTER chance of only grazing or nicking something. Second, it's a complete fallacy to think that strong side (3 O'clock) is safer regarding your femoral artery. In a normal stance, the line of bullet travel is not straight down alongside your leg (unless you stand with your legs stuck together touching each other, and no one stands like that naturally). In a natural stance, the line of bullet travel at 3 O'clock is going to go into your thigh. There's just as high if not a higher chance of hitting your femoral artery from 3 O'clock! Now, 4 to 6 O'clock is definitely safer. Most likely just a flesh wound to your rear-end. I'm definitely not recommending that as you are at a tactical disadvantage as he explained. That's why I carry appendix. I do agree with being very deliberate and either pushing your hips forward or stepping back with your right leg (if you carry right-handed) when reholstering. That being said, that's all you need to be safe. To say not to carry a striker fire for appendix and you should carry a double-action or external safety is ridiculous! If you carry a Glock and want to be extra safe you can purchase and (easily) install the Striker Control Device by Tau Development Group. It allows you to place your thumb on the slide backplate (which we normally do when reholstering) and it stops the trigger from being pulled in case something gets stuck in the trigger while holstering. As long as your thumb is off the backplate, the trigger works normally. My personal belief is external safeties are a hindrance, BUT I'm not here to debate that. To each their own. I just wanted to correct a couple things that were factually wrong and many people believe. Most gun and mag combo holsters (like T1 Concealment) place the muzzle of the gun in the right position automatically (12:30 - 1:00 O'clock) if centered. Do not appendix carry at 1:30 or 2:00 and wherever you carry (A, 3, 4, or 5) don't be an idiot! Practice your fundamentals and your draw and be mindful and deliberate with your movement!
I appendix carry a SW MP 2.0 with an apex trigger at 3.5lbs. And yes I purposely deleted my safety... So I understand the grip about being concerned about shooting yourself but theyre guns. We practice safety anyway and in my experience ive never rushed to reholster my weapon. I only rush taking it out
Also, you can put your thumb on the hammer holding it back as you holster. Similar to how you'd hold the hammer down on a double/single action with your thumb if you're that worried about it when reholstering.
@@snowypoem5591 Telling someone to stop being overweight makes them a bitch? Lmao if that’s the case so be it lmao I rather be a bitch that’s in shape than a fat fuck lmaaaaao.
There was plenty of good INFO here if you're looking for it. Why people need to focus on one "opinion" and harp on it, is the reason why social media is failing.
Very informative, not new to guns but, I dont carry 1 in the chamber when i appendix carry. When on my side yes, I do have 1 in the chamber. I just dont thinking I'm comfortable with the gun yet, as its new.. it's a Taurus G2
I'd like to see recent stats by ER Physicians if negligent discharges, accidents, and death have been on the rise that overwhelming stupidity has caused.
The advice in this video is sound. I am strongly considering appendix carrying a full size 1911. A safety lever is essential for this style of carry. One should also center their wardrobe around what they carry should concealed carry be considered.
Confused. If you shoot a dbl/sa. It is then in sa. If your too wigged out to reholster a striker fired wouldn't it be argued that you'd really be subject to a bad thing if you forgot to drop the hammer. I'm leaning to carrying a cz in dbl/sa as I think the heavier 1st trigger pull makes sense. Just asking as I know it comes down to practice, practice and more practice. Thank you.
That's what's nice about a sticky holster for aiwb. When reholstering, just pull it out, holster your weapon, tuck the whole thing back under your waistline. That way, no chance of blasting your nutz off.
I don't get it. I've tried it a bit and found it very uncomfortable to sit with. What would a seat belt over your gun do to your insides in a car wreck? I am a Tae Kwon Do guy and do a lot of kicks, can't imagine the muzzle is not going to jam up my leg so I can't kick right. None of those are an issue with 3:30 IWB. I just sat in my Mazda Miata and Honda Civic with seatbelt buckled and drew three times each car - no problem. It is easier if I lean forward but still doable when leaning back against the seat back. I'm sure it's nicer when you are standing and shooting. It just compromises too much in kicking and is uncomfortable when sitting. Also, How do you carry any longer barrels that way????? At 3:30 a 5 inch 1911 goes down just fine. I would prefer appendix carry when I'm laying down sleeping. There it would be more comfortable since I sleep on my side. .
For me, manual safeties are a no-go, but a DA/SA or DAO hammer-fired pistol is an excellent choice. Use your thumb to ride the hammer while reholstering. If a striker is a must for you, the Walther P99AS has a decocker which allows for DA/SA, but no hammer to ride. If you insist on appendix-carrying a Glock, ABSOLUTELY install the Striker Control Device (“The Gadget“) from Tau Dev Group and ride that baseplate while reholstering.
@Stephen Zuppo We all get ignorant sometimes. I would rather get through my temporary lapses of attention without a hole in my femoral artery. Solution: Springfield XD with grip safety. Oh yeah, and empty chamber carry. Learn how to draw like a man, like an Israeli man.
@@fin_jan You carry an empty chamber and have a contest where you have someone 15 feet away attack you with a simulated knife. You will see the severe disadvantage you put yourself in by the substantial delay it takes to chamber a round.
People can say this is stupid, but it started when I was 12 the first time I shot a gun was at scout camp and my instructor was an ex pro sport shooter. "If you need to use your safety you either don't know enough about weapons or shouldnt be carrying one" I then went on to do time in the Marine Corps, and a shooting coach. Telling people to not carry because of Stryker fired weapons I think is BS. Training helps but forgetting to take a safety off and trying to shoot someone who is trying to shoot you is worse. It's about speed coming out but there is nothing about speed going in. The chance of it going off inside the holster is zero...look down clear the area keep your finger striaght and push it in. The biggest tip I can see is get a holster that you can adjust the canter on, so you can push your pistol in as smoothly, direct, and natural ad possible.
I went to buy a Precision Holster Signature Series but found they don’t make one for my WC Beretta 92 Brigadier Tactical, will they be available soon and where can I get that undershirt/rasher? Can’t seem to find them online?
Great video and advice! I mad the mistake of reading the comments from all the “I’ve been carrying for 1000 years, but haven’t proven my skills to anyone but me guy’s “! Can’t you just take in some information from a proven shooter?✌🏻
01:27 This is the exact position I would like to carry when I get a gun, but most do not carry Appendix in this position. I wonder if its because of comfort? (Especially when seated).
Always appendix carry with a $4,000 Wilson pistol. For safety, look the pistol in while you reholster sloooowly. This gives yourself and others time to admire your way cool firearm. Excellent video.
If you carry a $4,000 pistol you're an idiot I'm just going to say it cuz if you ever get in a self-defense situation you will probably lose that gun and not get it back.
I'm not saying you need to carry a trash gun but I would carry something in the six to eight hundred dollar range.
Lol
Too bad you don't carry a $6,000 Infinity pistol.
@@MemeLord-zd1ie How much does it cost to get one of those in a full size?
WAAAAY cool !
I carry apendex striker fired no external safety one in the pipe but what I have done for safety is I will not re-holster in apendex position when I put my gun on I put it in the holster first then I put the holster on with the gun in it being careful to point the muzzle away from my pelvis like he showed also I only use kydex holsters that completely cover the trigger well if I ever had to use it in real life I would take the holster off put it on the gun then back in apendex position just like I do every time I put my gun on This also makes it very easy to check for and clear obstructions in the holster All of this being said I don't disagree with anything he said in the video All extremely good information as always from Wilson Combat and mike
That sounds much easier than my method. I undo my belt and let my pants fall to the ground, then put the pistol in the holster and pull them back up.
Too easy!
Reholster SLOOOOOWLY. There's not much reason to holster the gun quickly, right?
It is indeed the most delicate moment, and it is assumed that there is no longer a rush.👍👍
I train people at my academy to re-holster RELUCTANTLY once you and only have determined it is safe to do so. Wolves run in packs. Don't forget to do a good, slow 360* scan too.
I carry appendix but the comment about striker fired is from a place of fear and it only serves to scare people. As long as you reholster and draw properly and have a quality holster there is no issue. A safety is a matter of personal comfort and to be honest a crutch for sometimes poor fundamentals and gun handling. Its like buying Gucci gear to make you a better shooter vs training
Yeah, I thought he said that because he was going to demonstrate putting his thumb on the hammer to catch the hammer in case the trigger did get snagged, but he didn't (although that makes more sense with a decocked DA/SA gun).
It's wilson combat they sell gucchi hammer fired handguns so yeah they are going to fear monger about striker fired guns if it gets you to drop $3k on a pistol.
@@willieschoeman7843 Right on Willie, Glocks suck big-time. I have owned and carried guns over 50 years, no plastic guns and Glocks.. 🥃😎👌
@Joseph Steaphens can't be that hard its basically a glorified tv remote , just with worse accuracy.
If you’re not already uncomfortable enough by pointing a loaded gun at those parts, wtf a safety gonna do to make you feel better?
I've been appendix carrying for over 25 years! Great advice!
What do you use a striker fire or manual safety pistol
@@thahomie773 i use striker only
@@crosspointholsters1636 wasn't talking to you
@@ryantogo8359 lol he wasn't talking to you either
@@chapllc722 never said he was, now did I? Nice try smoothbrain
Great advise brother👍
When reholstering, I just pull my holster off and put my firearm back in then put it back inside my belt.
Your drills at the range must take a looong time.
@@percyfaith11 but he doesn't shoot his huevos off.
Thats silly.
I just practice gun safety
@@percyfaith11 Ha! I'm in no hurry reholstering.
I have my own range.
I’ve been appendix carrying for 27 years, way before it became a thing. From full size 1911 to Glocks, Sigs, J frames, HK. If you’re not comfortable holstering a gun, get that squared away first. He shouldn’t be scaring people into only using a manual safety firearm AIWB, although we all know why which is to sell more Wilsons. If you want to try it, like he said get a dedicated AIWB holster and carry it with a snap cap around the house to see if it’s for you until you become comfortable with it. Draw and reholster 100x a day to get familiar with it. Nowadays with slim hicap 9mm handguns like the Sig P365/P365XL or other similar handguns, AIWB can be very comfortable and concealable.
If you ever muzzle yourself while reholstering aiwb then you are doing it wrong, and it’s easier to muzzle your femoral artery from strong side especially right around 3’oclock. People who aren’t flexible enough to comfortably look down through the holster tend to fish for the holster at 3 and point it right at their femoral artery.
Once it’s inside a good holster, we don’t count that as muzzling because we trust the internal safeties on modern guns and only buy good, safe holsters.
@p51mustang24 If you're muzzling your femoral from the 3 o clock strong side you're either a freak of nature or doing some gymnastics....your femoral artery doesnt run along the outside of the leg.... and if you want to argue semantics about bullet penetration...ANY carry position can cause catastrophic injuries
Yeah, I figured he's probably getting paid for his promotion of Combat Wilson handguns; Shameful and SHFH. I don't listen to anyone with hidden agenda and it's damn clear he has one. 😡😡😡😡😁😁
I carried strong side when I first learned to carry. After gaining experience, I changed to appendix carry with a DA/SA type. I only holster it with my thumb pressing on the back of the hammer while using the other safety measures mentioned here. The concealment and control and access are all better in appendix carry in my opinion. Good video!
Great video. I switched to from striker-fired to 1911 also. Actually 2011. Staccato C2, CS. I couldn't agree more. While not everyone has the budget for a Wilson Combats or Staccato, I believe in starting with a great pistol and investing in the best. Thanks!
Great advice, using a wedge on your holster is also a good idea, helps with concealment, and also pushes the muzzle more away from your body !
Great information, I've been carrying strong side for 20 years and just now started carrying appendix. Thanks Brother and always Be Safe
So many things wrong with what he said for putting "Appendix Carry Like A Pro" in the thumbnail! First, the best way to carry appendix is 12:30 - 12:45 (NOT 1:30 to 2 O'clock). The space between your groin and inner thigh is the most comfortable when leaning or sitting. More importantly, it's the safer position if there's a negligent discharge. I'm not saying you're going to miss your body completely, but there's a BETTER chance of only grazing or nicking something. Second, it's a complete fallacy to think that strong side (3 O'clock) is safer regarding your femoral artery. In a normal stance, the line of bullet travel is not straight down alongside your leg (unless you stand with your legs stuck together touching each other, and no one stands like that naturally). In a natural stance, the line of bullet travel at 3 O'clock is going to go into your thigh. There's just as high if not a higher chance of hitting your femoral artery from 3 O'clock! Now, 4 to 6 O'clock is definitely safer. Most likely just a flesh wound to your rear-end. I'm definitely not recommending that as you are at a tactical disadvantage as he explained. That's why I carry appendix. I do agree with being very deliberate and either pushing your hips forward or stepping back with your right leg (if you carry right-handed) when reholstering. That being said, that's all you need to be safe. To say not to carry a striker fire for appendix and you should carry a double-action or external safety is ridiculous! If you carry a Glock and want to be extra safe you can purchase and (easily) install the Striker Control Device by Tau Development Group. It allows you to place your thumb on the slide backplate (which we normally do when reholstering) and it stops the trigger from being pulled in case something gets stuck in the trigger while holstering. As long as your thumb is off the backplate, the trigger works normally. My personal belief is external safeties are a hindrance, BUT I'm not here to debate that. To each their own. I just wanted to correct a couple things that were factually wrong and many people believe. Most gun and mag combo holsters (like T1 Concealment) place the muzzle of the gun in the right position automatically (12:30 - 1:00 O'clock) if centered. Do not appendix carry at 1:30 or 2:00 and wherever you carry (A, 3, 4, or 5) don't be an idiot! Practice your fundamentals and your draw and be mindful and deliberate with your movement!
I’ve appendix carried my Glock(s) for years, then my CZ P-10c, now my EDC X9! My advise is practice, practice, practice. Including dry fire practice!
@M Via What trainer says that?
@M Via Ive appendix carried for years, usually always glocks with no safety. I even got rid of all my trigger safety's.
Yep, this guy is sponsored by “manual safety only” guns. Watch Active Self Protection and see how many folks screw up futzing with their gun, safeties, etc when SHTF and their brain is filled with adrenaline. I have carried and trained with various striker fired pistols appendix carry for years. Having a high quality holster and keeping that booger picker off the trigger are the best safeties. But hey, everyone can and does do whatever they feel comfortable with....so rock on!
@M Via because they feel like they are talking to very stupid people and don’t want to be liable. It’s like a teacher talking down to their special Education class. Most adults can handle Appendix without external safetied gun
@@toynazi, many good ones!
I keep mine in hand with a brown paper bag at all time.
Mike,
You are not just an excellent shooter (World class champion) but also a great instructor
All your advices very valuable to me
You are one of my favorite instructors on net
Thank you very much for all your tips! Priceless!
I appendix carry with my DA/SA HK's (i.e. P30, P30sk, HK 45c, USP Compact 9mm, and USP Compact .45). They all have at least a de-cocker and a few of them also have a safety. While I also have a few striker-fire pieces, I've been carrying DA/SA for years and have no issues with them. Great video!
Walther P99 with a de-cocker.
I love the P30! It is the perfect size for me. Great gun imo.
It is always good to hear a fair discussion on a (sometimes) contentious topic. I'm preparing as a new CCW to go AIWB but you've done a good job on pointing out the potential disaster with an accidental discharge with that holster method.
All methods have their inherent risks. Thousands of dry fire practice with your choice of carry until it becomes muscle memory and almost eliminating mistakes should give you the confidence to carry concealed
Give every position a fair shot.
The defensive use I was in, I had to draw one handed while I pushed the guy back. I now carry at 4 o'clock, being a right handed shooter. That being said, the chance of an unintended discharge always exists. Purposefully clear your fingers from the trigger when holstering, and visually confirm there is nothing in the way. I've been criticized for carrying my keys on my belt loop on the right side of my body, while my holster is 6 inches behind them. Theoretically it could be a problem, but so far so good. Just intentionally do the process every time, don't relax and go looking for the holster blind with the muzzle of any firearm.
Bro..... That is the sickest safety click ever heard Im going to use it as a notification tone 👍
I've been carrying a Colt Det Spec AIWB for 48 years while off duty.
Works for me and haven't had to defend myself yet. 🤞
Ironic how he doesn’t recommend Striker fired while being sponsored by a company that doesn’t make them.
If your trigger is covered, it isn’t an issue.
i stopped watching as soon as I heard that...
I think the idea which he didn’t mention is there’s a higher chance of detecting anything caught in the trigger guard or prevent the trigger from inadvertently pulled from an object caught in the trigger guard as you are reholstering. A safety will prevent the trigger from being caught and pulled OR a double action hammer will allow you to put your thumb over the hammer as you holster so if something gets caught while you holster either the thumb pressure on the hammer prevents the trigger from being pulled or you can detect the trigger being pulled by movement of the hammer. It’s not fool proof but gives you some safety buffer.
Wilson makes a striker fired gun.
+Go Bucs Wilson Combat does make striker fired pistols. They make Glock and Sig versions. It is a safety issue that many reputable instructors believe in. Being able to keep your thumb on the hammer as you re-holster is considered by many to be a big plus when carrying a pistol in the appendix position. You may or may not agree with that, But I don’t believe that his comment had anything to do with his sponsorship.
I thought the same thing.. I'm genuinely confused.
I use the same manufacturer holster for all my firearms carried appendix. Allows for consistent training and reholstering feel. I’ve almost always researched the holster before the gun purchase for this to stay constant. Practice daily cause you carry daily. Or find what works for you. Saying striker fired is not good is not the answer for all. Thanks for the video.
Hip area nerve and joint damage have forced me into AIWB carry, but, I have struggled to find a worktable holster/position combination. I have learned many things from you, but, this information is invaluable for my transition from right Strong side hip carry. Thank you.
I feel your pain. Have had one hip replacement and the other is not so great. Hard things pressing on either hip all day is very uncomfortable.
I almost always carry appendix. My primary firearm is Glock, which as you stated, has no manual safety. One thing you said that I most certainly agree with and also stress as well, PRACTICE!!!
since you carry a Glock do you carry in condition 3 or condition 0? When I started I was doing condition 3 but then i bought a firearm with a manual safety and started training with that one
@@chriskuczynskimusic34
I always carry with one in the chamber. Too many negative possibilities when you have to rack a round.
Proper training pays!!!
@@kevinlscott Totally understand......one in the chamber is the way i do it now......i used to not do that when i first started....but i kept practicing till i got comfortable....now i dont think and just go on instinct and muscle memory....stay safe
You have to ALWAYS think!
Ridiculous that he would disparage striker fired handguns like that. That sounds fake to me cause all anyone would have to do is carry it around the house unloaded and practice dry firing to see that an accidental discharge won’t happen.
Another advantage of appendix is weak-side access.
Thanks for the vid
Thanks for the informative video Mike. A lot of people bash on carriers with manual safety lock but personally I can train to flip it the minute the take it out of my holster. Thanks!
Hammered fired pistols are antiques! Striker fired pistols are the future, appendix carry can be done with any striker fired pistol.
More people shoot themselves while holstering than drawing. Unless you are a lone law enforcement officer transitioning from having your firearm out to handcuffing there is no tactical reason not to take your time to holster. In competition the time stops on a shot. In self defense you holster after all threats are neutralized. If all threats are neutralized you have all the time to properly physically clear the holster and look the firearm into position. A slow and methodical holster only takes 2-3 seconds. Probably a lot faster than you can deploy a tourniquet.
Great point!
Thats why officers open carry
that's a benefit of appendix carry, you can look into the holster for obstructions and clearly see everything while holstering.
If you have time and it's not too conspicuous, remove the holster, holster the weapon, then re-attach to your belt. Otherwise, just take your time and be super careful. Also, if you carry a revolver, keep your thumb on the hammer when reholstering while the holster is attached to your belt.
Also recomended for pistols with hammer. If you feel the hammer biting you finger you need to fight the natural urge to take the fingers off.
I like this idea very much!!!!
I carried my off-duty J frame appendix for years. When our agency transitioned to the Glock 23 I abandoned this method for safety reasons. In retirement I pocket carry either a J frame or Ruger LCP 100% of the time. My 74 y/o physique no longer makes appendix carry safe or comfortable.
I am just starting to carry appendix and have been a Glock and M&P guy for 20 years but although a striker fired gun like my Glocks could be safely carried this way I have a mental block regarding safety and personally would never do it with a striker fired gun. I am now new to CZ pistols and have the CZ 75 PO1 and the CZ 75 PCR with the decocker. I now carry appendix with these 2 guns and feel 90% good to go. I allow the 10% uncertainties because it is still a carry position that needs extra attention. That’s just me so thank you for the video.
I’m in love with my WCP365 grip module and tungsten weight kit. Totally transformed my weapon. And I prefer AIWB carry as well. Take my time reholstering with eyes on
Awesome!
Being an old disabled guy I do rely on an external safety with appendix carry as I have nerve damage in my hands so I need the extra step before pulling the trigger. Just how I need to do it to be safe. With my one double-single action of course I don't need the external safety. Find what works safely for you as the goal is self-defense
Very good points something everyone should hear an understand! I too appendix carry a glock 22 gen5 with a tlr-1 hl in a trex sidecar holster or when I'm camping / in the woods I use my Hosking holsters chest rig. I rarely carry strong side or owb because I feel that it's not very safe to say hey look here's my gun come try to take it or whatever some low life would be thinking, plus I don't really like to show that I have a pistol, that's why it's called conceal carry.. Great video
Sir, you totally made me rethink my way of appendix carry. I'm am now training with a weapon that has a safety, that way l can develop muscle memory to disengage the safety.
I just carry DA/SA hammer down safety off so it still goes bang when I first pull the trigger I just have the longer DA pull which I’m used to anyway but it also gives me that split second extra to change my mind if for some reason I don’t need to shoot. Obviously after that first shot breaks it’s a smooth easy SA pull the rest of the way.
So many things wrong with what he said for putting "Appendix Carry Like A Pro" in the thumbnail! First, the best way to carry appendix is 12:30 - 12:45 (NOT 1:30 to 2 O'clock). The space between your groin and inner thigh is the most comfortable when leaning or sitting. More importantly, it's the safer position if there's a negligent discharge. I'm not saying you're going to miss your body completely, but there's a BETTER chance of only grazing or nicking something. Second, it's a complete fallacy to think that strong side (3 O'clock) is safer regarding your femoral artery. In a normal stance, the line of bullet travel is not straight down alongside your leg (unless you stand with your legs stuck together touching each other, and no one stands like that naturally). In a natural stance, the line of bullet travel at 3 O'clock is going to go into your thigh. There's just as high if not a higher chance of hitting your femoral artery from 3 O'clock! Now, 4 to 6 O'clock is definitely safer. Most likely just a flesh wound to your rear-end. I'm definitely not recommending that as you are at a tactical disadvantage as he explained. That's why I carry appendix. I do agree with being very deliberate and either pushing your hips forward or stepping back with your right leg (if you carry right-handed) when reholstering. That being said, that's all you need to be safe. To say not to carry a striker fire for appendix and you should carry a double-action or external safety is ridiculous! If you carry a Glock and want to be extra safe you can purchase and (easily) install the Striker Control Device by Tau Development Group. It allows you to place your thumb on the slide backplate (which we normally do when reholstering) and it stops the trigger from being pulled in case something gets stuck in the trigger while holstering. As long as your thumb is off the backplate, the trigger works normally. My personal belief is external safeties are a hindrance, BUT I'm not here to debate that. To each their own. I just wanted to correct a couple things that were factually wrong and many people believe. Most gun and mag combo holsters (like T1 Concealment) place the muzzle of the gun in the right position automatically (12:30 - 1:00 O'clock) if centered. Do not appendix carry at 1:30 or 2:00 and wherever you carry (A, 3, 4, or 5) don't be an idiot! Practice your fundamentals and your draw and be mindful and deliberate with your movement!
@@3IN1SDG The cut & paste of the same post, over and over, is not necessary. We've read it 3-4 times by now already.
Great video Mike! I’m a leather holster guy and I have a couple friends that make what I believe to be the best leather appendix holsters available! John at 5 Shot Leather makes the SME and Jim at JRC Holsters makes the AIWB CDA 2! Don’t cheap out buy a quality holster and it will last a long time.
I’m 5’10” and 130 pounds. I carry my Glock 23 appendix simply because with my body shape I can’t carry anywhere else without the grip seriously poking out, even in heavy clothing.
Appendix carry with a Glock no safety at all, 💪🏻🔥
Glocks have safeties.
@@deebee4575 hes clearly talking about a manual safety like the video suggested for appendix.
So does half the concealed carry community, congrats.
@@salty_terminal_civilian5374 LOL
I love how he talks like there's no saftey built into a Glock...
well spoken...very well spoken. And while I dont agree with the need for the safety, I respect the points made and have subscribed to learn. Thank you my friend
What is 100% true is that all professionals have additional safety requirements, measures, tactics, conditions, and measures that they all recommend and follow to carry appendix. Which means and confirms that appendix always has more risk involved. Thus, for the average shooter is rarely be used.
I just received my LTC, purchased a Hellcat OSP with a Viridian Laser and I thought a holster was just holster. Thank you for this video!!! I'm searching right now for an appendix holster for my Hellcat; plus I prefer the 2 o'clock position.
Love this video. I decided to carry appendix myself. I'm most definitely. Am going to train on re-holstering that way.
I carry a G26 in a MIC holster, AIWB. When used properly, the MIC is the ONLY holster design that prevents your gun from ever pointing at any part of your body when the trigger is exposed. The gun is drawn, holstered, racked, loaded, unloaded, etc., all whilst the trigger is completely covered. You can even draw and holster while seated (like in a car) and never have the gun pointed at yourself with the trigger exposed. The MIC holster is the safest and best for concealment holster out there. (BTW, your gun is wider than the MIC holster, so that’s one reason why it conceals so well. ). 👍
Also for hammer fired guns you can hold the hammer forward so even if somehow you snag the trigger it's impossible for it to overpower your pressure against the hammer
Saw this on another video and incorporated into my technique.
The other benefit with 1911 styles is that with the thumb up you’re off the grip safety.
SCD installed on a Glock adds a similar safety mechanism to thumb on hammer for DA/SA guns or thumb in front of hammer on SAO guns.
Excellent presentation. Well done.
I really do not like a appendix carry .. I have tried it but didn’t like it at all. 5 o’clock iwb works well for ME. Long as we are armed that’s what really matters. 👍🦅🇺🇸
Same here bro. Sig Sauer P365 XL at 4 o'clock.
Tony614 I’m waiting for my holster for my 365 xl and hope I can get away with 4 or 5 o’clock carry position. Do you find the xl prints to much or is it not that bad?
@@tarisco614 P365 at 1!
You can have a gun on you in a way you cant access it well. Ankle holster under tight jeans for example. Also if you’re untrained period... there’s a point when “just being armed” does no good if deploying said weapon takes more than 3 seconds (very long time at that).
Not saying appendix or 5 o’clock is better or worse. Just want everyone to think things through carefully. Train hard.
So many things wrong with what he said for putting "Appendix Carry Like A Pro" in the thumbnail! First, the best way to carry appendix is 12:30 - 12:45 (NOT 1:30 to 2 O'clock). The space between your groin and inner thigh is the most comfortable when leaning or sitting. More importantly, it's the safer position if there's a negligent discharge. I'm not saying you're going to miss your body completely, but there's a BETTER chance of only grazing or nicking something. Second, it's a complete fallacy to think that strong side (3 O'clock) is safer regarding your femoral artery. In a normal stance, the line of bullet travel is not straight down alongside your leg (unless you stand with your legs stuck together touching each other, and no one stands like that naturally). In a natural stance, the line of bullet travel at 3 O'clock is going to go into your thigh. There's just as high if not a higher chance of hitting your femoral artery from 3 O'clock! Now, 4 to 6 O'clock is definitely safer. Most likely just a flesh wound to your rear-end. I'm definitely not recommending that as you are at a tactical disadvantage as he explained. That's why I carry appendix. I do agree with being very deliberate and either pushing your hips forward or stepping back with your right leg (if you carry right-handed) when reholstering. That being said, that's all you need to be safe. To say not to carry a striker fire for appendix and you should carry a double-action or external safety is ridiculous! If you carry a Glock and want to be extra safe you can purchase and (easily) install the Striker Control Device by Tau Development Group. It allows you to place your thumb on the slide backplate (which we normally do when reholstering) and it stops the trigger from being pulled in case something gets stuck in the trigger while holstering. As long as your thumb is off the backplate, the trigger works normally. My personal belief is external safeties are a hindrance, BUT I'm not here to debate that. To each their own. I just wanted to correct a couple things that were factually wrong and many people believe. Most gun and mag combo holsters (like T1 Concealment) place the muzzle of the gun in the right position automatically (12:30 - 1:00 O'clock) if centered. Do not appendix carry at 1:30 or 2:00 and wherever you carry (A, 3, 4, or 5) don't be an idiot! Practice your fundamentals and your draw and be mindful and deliberate with your movement!
I carry a GL 19 for over 30yrs. Appendix. From the NYPD days. It’s all about training. And a good holster for that carry. But great video well explained. Like your videos and have some of your books.
Agreed. I've switched from p320 to cz p01 decocker for appendix carry safty.
Comment about striker fired is because it’s for Wilson Combat who sells 1911’s
Thank you. Many points newbies haven’t thought about.
Probably the best Appendix carry review I have seen. Great Job. I usually carry a revolver appendix like a LCR or a Traditional double action semi-auto such as a CZP07. The striker i carry most often that way is my P365 but I have a manual safety on it. Another method for appendix and 1911'S WHEN RE-HOLSTERING. Put your thumb on the hammer which will also take your grip off the grip safety as well as you push your gun into your holster. That does two things even if your holster kicks off the manual safety. It holds the hammer from going off and the position it takes to hold your hammer with your thumb takes your gun hand grip off the grip safety.
Wow! I love Wilson Combat firearms both rifles and handguns. I'm very interested in purchasing the Combat Wilson SFX, but I'll have to save up for it. The darn gun costs more than the 300 HAM'R RANGER that I want to also purchase. However, that said, you're buying Quality, Reliability, Durability, and Accuracy. Wilson Combat doesn't cheat their customers by making their guns with cheap ass materials, period. They provide the Best Materials known to the gun world-- bar none. Thanks for this comprehensive video. I'm always learning new things. 💯💯💯🙂🙂👍👍👍
Thank you!
Whether striker or hammer fired, it’s the same routine to reholster. Deliberate. Careful clearing of holster and garments. It all comes down to training. ACP fastest defensive position, but most uncomfortable. You’re right to point out pros and cons, buuuut to not recommend a striker fired for Appendix is a bit much. I run a staccato p and run both appendix and 4oclock depending on occasion- I train both. Train. Train. Train. Informative vid
I just bought a S&W 9EZ with a manual Safety. I’m going to be using it with a Tier 1 Axis Slim.
I wish we had a video with this guy talking in more detail about why he wouldn't go striker fired vs hammer fire. I'd love to hear his thoughts more in depth on this.
He has way more experience than I do but here’s my reason. When reholstering, you have an added layer of safety with a dual action pistol. You can press on the back of the hammer. If the trigger moves the hammer will move and give you a sign of danger before it’s too late. This is generally not possible with striker fired or single action only pistols. Single action only pistols usually have a manual safety though. Maybe this is why he made this distinction. It is the reason I choose DA/SA for appendix carry. It’s a personal choice involving increased safety.
I've been carrying AIWB for a while now, initially I had been reluctant but after a lot of research and experimentation I decided that it wasn't only possible but actually ended up being more tolerable than other carry styles. Granted, this only applied to me with the gun I chose to carry. I had the same reservations about it initially, there was no way I was going to carry a striker fired pistol in that fashion due to the inherent dangers. I know they are safe to carry with the correct holster, I've heard the arguments. I just decided to carry a pistol that I felt more comfortable which ended up being a K6S. I got a Rath holster and paired it with the Alias system. I can easily draw the gun but I can also holster it by removing the holster itself quickly and easily before sliding it back into place. I don't need to practice holstering carefully with the holster in my waistband. I feel this is a fairly foolproof setup that I am comfortable carrying and is secure, concealable and sturdy.
Excellent presentation. TY ~Doc
I feel safe with a striker fire. My H&K has a trigger safety. I use a hard polymer holster that covers the trigger guard. Still, yes, slowly reholster, pointing away while eyeballing the inside.
I carry a CZ P-01 Omega in appendix in a Tier 1 Concealed Axis Slim with a sidecar 16rd mag, works great. A little heavy and a bit big of a handgun (although still technically compact), but with those drawbacks come massive round count, and a nato-certified, aluminum frame, reliable and safe, hammer-fired death machine
Those are nice. Have one for my G19 and waiting on the one for my P-07.
Thankyou for emphasizing safety so much in this video sincerely.
So many things wrong with what he said for putting "Appendix Carry Like A Pro" in the thumbnail! First, the best way to carry appendix is 12:30 - 12:45 (NOT 1:30 to 2 O'clock). The space between your groin and inner thigh is the most comfortable when leaning or sitting. More importantly, it's the safer position if there's a negligent discharge. I'm not saying you're going to miss your body completely, but there's a BETTER chance of only grazing or nicking something. Second, it's a complete fallacy to think that strong side (3 O'clock) is safer regarding your femoral artery. In a normal stance, the line of bullet travel is not straight down alongside your leg (unless you stand with your legs stuck together touching each other, and no one stands like that naturally). In a natural stance, the line of bullet travel at 3 O'clock is going to go into your thigh. There's just as high if not a higher chance of hitting your femoral artery from 3 O'clock! Now, 4 to 6 O'clock is definitely safer. Most likely just a flesh wound to your rear-end. I'm definitely not recommending that as you are at a tactical disadvantage as he explained. That's why I carry appendix. I do agree with being very deliberate and either pushing your hips forward or stepping back with your right leg (if you carry right-handed) when reholstering. That being said, that's all you need to be safe. To say not to carry a striker fire for appendix and you should carry a double-action or external safety is ridiculous! If you carry a Glock and want to be extra safe you can purchase and (easily) install the Striker Control Device by Tau Development Group. It allows you to place your thumb on the slide backplate (which we normally do when reholstering) and it stops the trigger from being pulled in case something gets stuck in the trigger while holstering. As long as your thumb is off the backplate, the trigger works normally. My personal belief is external safeties are a hindrance, BUT I'm not here to debate that. To each their own. I just wanted to correct a couple things that were factually wrong and many people believe. Most gun and mag combo holsters (like T1 Concealment) place the muzzle of the gun in the right position automatically (12:30 - 1:00 O'clock) if centered. Do not appendix carry at 1:30 or 2:00 and wherever you carry (A, 3, 4, or 5) don't be an idiot! Practice your fundamentals and your draw and be mindful and deliberate with your movement!
@@3IN1SDG Excellently articulated, sir. Striker-fired at 12:30 position ALL DAY
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Y’all got some nice tips….I’ve been carrying my S&W 60-3 or 66-2 snubs appendix for 20+ years.
I appendix carry a SW MP 2.0 with an apex trigger at 3.5lbs. And yes I purposely deleted my safety... So I understand the grip about being concerned about shooting yourself but theyre guns. We practice safety anyway and in my experience ive never rushed to reholster my weapon. I only rush taking it out
Mike is a class act and professional. That said, plenty of folks carry appendix that train and are careful. I understand his concern though....
Also, you can put your thumb on the hammer holding it back as you holster. Similar to how you'd hold the hammer down on a double/single action with your thumb if you're that worried about it when reholstering.
That’s a weird looking glock
I can only carry appendix when I’m under 190 pounds. In other words, I haven’t carried appendix for several years.
Go train and workout. You sound dumb
@@ivanval21jet and you sound like a bitch
That was hilarious Keith! Ivan go drink a protein shake and work on your gains bro.
I found that I can hide my 357 revolver very well, under my "front spare tire".
@@snowypoem5591 Telling someone to stop being overweight makes them a bitch? Lmao if that’s the case so be it lmao I rather be a bitch that’s in shape than a fat fuck lmaaaaao.
There was plenty of good INFO here if you're looking for it. Why people need to focus on one "opinion" and harp on it, is the reason why social media is failing.
Thanks, Definitely something to consider!
Very informative, not new to guns but, I dont carry 1 in the chamber when i appendix carry. When on my side yes, I do have 1 in the chamber. I just dont thinking I'm comfortable with the gun yet, as its new.. it's a Taurus G2
I'd like to see recent stats by ER Physicians if negligent discharges, accidents, and death have been on the rise that overwhelming stupidity has caused.
Everyone loves appendix carry
Excellent. Thank you.
The advice in this video is sound. I am strongly considering appendix carrying a full size 1911. A safety lever is essential for this style of carry. One should also center their wardrobe around what they carry should concealed carry be considered.
Confused. If you shoot a dbl/sa. It is then in sa. If your too wigged out to reholster a striker fired wouldn't it be argued that you'd really be subject to a bad thing if you forgot to drop the hammer. I'm leaning to carrying a cz in dbl/sa as I think the heavier 1st trigger pull makes sense. Just asking as I know it comes down to practice, practice and more practice. Thank you.
As an option, Glock's 8 or 12 pound New York trigger spring addition could make holstering safer for some.
All u need is a good holster and ur as safe as any other position
That's what's nice about a sticky holster for aiwb. When reholstering, just pull it out, holster your weapon, tuck the whole thing back under your waistline. That way, no chance of blasting your nutz off.
Can I add, inspect your holster often for any damages that could inadvertently fire the gun once re-holstered
you can add that, but if you review the video pay close attention to what he has to say at 5:10 and 6:50 he says just that!
Great vid! CZ P-01 , kydex holster only!
thanks and that was very concise in how you explained this so briefly.
What do you guys position you appendix in neutral positive or negative
I don't get it. I've tried it a bit and found it very uncomfortable to sit with. What would a seat belt over your gun do to your insides in a car wreck? I am a Tae Kwon Do guy and do a lot of kicks, can't imagine the muzzle is not going to jam up my leg so I can't kick right. None of those are an issue with 3:30 IWB. I just sat in my Mazda Miata and Honda Civic with seatbelt buckled and drew three times each car - no problem. It is easier if I lean forward but still doable when leaning back against the seat back. I'm sure it's nicer when you are standing and shooting. It just compromises too much in kicking and is uncomfortable when sitting.
Also, How do you carry any longer barrels that way????? At 3:30 a 5 inch 1911 goes down just fine.
I would prefer appendix carry when I'm laying down sleeping. There it would be more comfortable since I sleep on my side.
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You sleep with a gun on you??
Excellent tutorial..thank you.
Excellent sound advise for practical every day carry. Appendix is my favorite way to carry concealed.
For me, manual safeties are a no-go, but a DA/SA or DAO hammer-fired pistol is an excellent choice. Use your thumb to ride the hammer while reholstering. If a striker is a must for you, the Walther P99AS has a decocker which allows for DA/SA, but no hammer to ride. If you insist on appendix-carrying a Glock, ABSOLUTELY install the Striker Control Device (“The Gadget“) from Tau Dev Group and ride that baseplate while reholstering.
@Stephen Zuppo We all get ignorant sometimes. I would rather get through my temporary lapses of attention without a hole in my femoral artery.
Solution: Springfield XD with grip safety. Oh yeah, and empty chamber carry.
Learn how to draw like a man, like an Israeli man.
@@fin_jan You carry an empty chamber and have a contest where you have someone 15 feet away attack you with a simulated knife. You will see the severe disadvantage you put yourself in by the substantial delay it takes to chamber a round.
Serious question here , is the proper placement between the inner leg and the jewels or does the barrel point at the leg ?
Hey, Mike...would yo ever consider using a shoulder holster?
If you understand the risks, holster carefully, and have a good holster that completely covers the trigger guard, then you should be fine.
Great advice and video
1911 and EDC X9. I love the hammer my thumb is always in between the hammer and the firing pin
Don't reholster on your body. Take the holster off, reholster, then reapply the holster to your belt.
How not to blow off your woodpecker good info.
I also place my thumb over the hammer (over the face of the hammer) as an additional safety.
Solid advice.
People can say this is stupid, but it started when I was 12 the first time I shot a gun was at scout camp and my instructor was an ex pro sport shooter.
"If you need to use your safety you either don't know enough about weapons or shouldnt be carrying one"
I then went on to do time in the Marine Corps, and a shooting coach. Telling people to not carry because of Stryker fired weapons I think is BS. Training helps but forgetting to take a safety off and trying to shoot someone who is trying to shoot you is worse.
It's about speed coming out but there is nothing about speed going in. The chance of it going off inside the holster is zero...look down clear the area keep your finger striaght and push it in.
The biggest tip I can see is get a holster that you can adjust the canter on, so you can push your pistol in as smoothly, direct, and natural ad possible.
There is a Striker Control Device made for Glock's that will keep the gun from discharging if you put your thumb on the device while reholstering.
You are right on!
I went to buy a Precision Holster Signature Series but found they don’t make one for my WC Beretta 92 Brigadier Tactical, will they be available soon and where can I get that undershirt/rasher? Can’t seem to find them online?
Great video and advice! I mad the mistake of reading the comments from all the “I’ve been carrying for 1000 years, but haven’t proven my skills to anyone but me guy’s “! Can’t you just take in some information from a proven shooter?✌🏻
There has to be a manufacturer who has looked into a kevlar holster that could contain a misfire(?)
Get a flexible side armor panel and tape it around the muzzle
01:27 This is the exact position I would like to carry when I get a gun, but most do not carry Appendix in this position. I wonder if its because of comfort? (Especially when seated).