Holsters are a bit like engine oil or gun oil: everybody's holster is the best! :-) A representative sampling of quality holsters was my main objective here. Doubt that my mission will be to try to obtain every holster out there, although I might do a follow-up at some point if I end up with several good ones not shown in this video.
Just received an IWB bucks holster pro tucker hybrid and I absolutely love it. So many great options out there! Love my American made Bucks Holster. Wonderful customer service!!!
One other difference between the various hybrids that some appreciate is whether or not the hardware is covered or exposed on the body side. The "princess and the pea" types can find exposed rivets uncomfortable during extended wear. The Minotaur MTAC, for example, has smooth leather stitched over the hardware that makes it more comfortable for some.
15:00 "Its hard for me to quit shooting." The first step in dealing with an addiction is admitting its existence. I'm right there with you. Keep fighting the good fight.
For years while I was a police officer and later for civilian concealed carry, I used the traditional IWB holster. They always were a bit uncomfortable (especially with a revolver) and always got sweat soaked. After watching your video I got a King Tuck from Galco. What a difference. Its great.. keep the videos coming.
Hidden Hybrid is the obvious choice here, there's to many on the bench... Hickok seems like completely down to earth and in any comparison I've seen of his he has never said one thing bad about a brand/make/model... I just bought the Hybrid Holster and got 10% off, GREAT deal, no shipment gouging either.. I feel for the money you can't beat a universal holster like that.. Even if I have to buy another (which I will) for only $52 it simply can't be beat !!!! Thanks Hickok I owe you lunch :-) take care
Crossbreed holsters started it, and quality wise they are still one of; if not the best in that area. I will say that my new love is a StealthGear USA, Onyx holster. Reasons: 1) Breathable. I can't stress this enough. In Georgia the humidity during the summer drove me to pocket carry as the leather backing on most hybrid holsters was disgusting, and uncomfortable at the end of the day. 2) Stealthgear really thought out their design. So much so; that I think crossbreed is going to have to change things up a little to keep market share. -Minimized the kydex...there is not excess kydex which does change where you belt contacts, and how that belt shapes to the holster. -Minimized the backer material size. There is no backing where you don't need it. -It still distributes the weight the way the crossbreeds, and galco king tucks etc. do. -The kydex on the stealth gear is tacked with philips screws like hickock just showed on this video. So ease of maintenance; and DIY kydex replacement is possible. -My guns' finishes have been effected by the soggyness of the leather sheet backings on most of these. Stealthgear protects the gun with 3 layers where the gun print is on the Onyx...the rest of the holster has see-through air passage holes. -BREATHABILITY; again " The air floweth within thine Onyx." Book of CCW -Chapter 4: Verse 2
glockster68 Zero complaints man. I still love it. I carry my glock 26 in it. No sweat soak through still. It keeps just like my crossbreed does. Draws the same etc. I like it better than my crossbreed overall. It's all subjective, but I think you'll like the onyx.
I really enjoy your videos. You sharing all these cool things that me and millions of other people like is truly awesome. Thanks and keep it up. Life is good!
I like Fobus holsters. I have a friend has a Crossbreed. He swears by it. I did wear it once and I have nothing bad to say about them. There are so many holsters to buy, it comes what is nice and comfortable to you. I appreciate you showing all the different kind of holster. Have a good day....
Awesome review on hybrid holsters. I swore by full kydek holster, because of the complete trigger coverage and adjustable retention. I have revisited hybrid holsters and now find myself wearing these types of holsters more now due to comfort and the balance of weight that is provided to the gun when being worn in the waistband. Thanks for sharing all this great knowledge and sharing your experiences.
I just bought the N8 squared holster after watching your reviews. And I have to say that I am extremely satisfied with my purchase. Your review was spot on! Very comfortable! Thanks @hickok45 !
I have a Alien Gear 2.0 I ordered for my Beretta PX4 compact. The adjustable cant lets me wear it with fairly light clothing with out printing . What's great is that it works wonderfully with both my Walther PPS, and my Bersa Thunder.
Hey hickok45 - Been an avid watcher of your videos and enjoy all of them. I don't make many comments on youtube (if any), but I thought I'd let you know that Tucker Gun Leather was most likely the originator of this hybrid design. They call it "The Answer" because it was 'the answer' to the best of both worlds of holsters. I bought two - I believe in 2003 or 2004. At the time (from what I remember) they partnered with Comp-Tac for the polymer parts and Tucker made the leather part. (Comp-Tac only had the CTAC at the time then came out with their version of "The Answer" (MTAC I believe) a few years later.) Tucker's are extremely high quality. Really not comparable to Crossbreed. Crossbreed appeared to copy Tucker's design, and made it cheaper ($75 CB vs $125 TGL at the time if I remember right). As per Crossbreed's own website, they didn't come into business until 2005. I just thought I would let you know since you wanted to "give credit where credit is due" as you said. Tucker Gun Leather deserves a lot more credit than they get. They're expensive, but they are worth it; Especially at the time, when they were the ONLY ones with this design. -- FYI: I still wear the two Tucker holsters I bought 12-13 years ago several times a week. I have worn them for 16+ hours on several different occasions with extreme comfort. (No offense to Mark at Crossbreed. He was a nice guy. I just believe his ideas weren't 100% his own as his website may say.)
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! I have been looking for a good quality IWB holster for my M&P 40c and after going back and forth between each website it was really hard to compare them all. You have made it so easy by putting them all on one table. I really appreciate it!
I've grown very fond of my Alien Gear hybrid holster for my Glock M29. It's the most comfortable holster I've ever owned. I love how you can adjust the cant, ride, and retention! It's cheap, too! $37 shipping and handling.
I love my Hidden Hybrid holster, from order I had it in 4 days. The felt backing soaks up sweat a lot better than leather only holsters, I haven't had any chaffing with mine. I was told by their customer support that they are currently developing a standalone mag pouch. For the price, quality and customer support I'll recommend Hidden Hybrid and I'll be buying more.
I've got a Crossbread mini-tuk for my LC9 and love it, have worn it for about 6 months straight with no complaints! Good thing about the mini-tuk is that you get the combat cut without having to pay extra for it! Cannot say enough good things about it!!! Highly recommended for a daily carry!
Professor Hickok, I have a revisit video idea: these hybrid style IWB holsters. It seems to me you are wearing OWB holsters most of the time in videos now. Or a holster video in general. It’s been a while. I feel like the one clip kydex IWB holsters have become more popular because of ease of getting them on and off (like getting into and out of a car) even though they don’t spread the pressure like these hybrids. I guess it might depend on whether one is going to carry for a quick trip to the grocery store or carry all day while not getting in and out of a car.
Yes, and they honor their life time replacement warranty. I accidentally bent the base and cracked it. When I called to get a replacement, they offered to send me another one for free or for $8 bucks I could get the new 3.0 base no questions asked. I didnt even have to send back the cracked one. I got the new one and I am liking it even more now. AlienGear has set a new standard in my opinion.
ken crockett I have great news for you. Aliens gear sent out an email last month announcing that a new mag carrier is coming out this month. The email had a sign up link to be alerted when it's released but they have no done so. But they are finally releasing one.
The Kydex is molded for specific guns, so you need either a different shell / scabbard or a whole different holster for different guns, at least with most of these I've seen. I don't care as much for one-size fits-all holsters when it comes to Kydex. Neither am I likely to switch out the scabbards to go from gun to gun. The biggest advantage in that feature, I think, is for when you sell off the gun and don't need it. Easy to convert the holster.
I think Hickok "gives away" enough. He dedicates a lot of his time giving people like you and I valuable information and a little entertainment ta boot. Keep up the great work Hickok, and it was a pleasure to meet you in Philly...
I would like to see you do a review on the Stealthgear Onyx IWB holster. It is a bit different than the traditional leather and kydex and superb in comfort.
hickok45 Foxx Holsters also makes a hybrid thats about the same quality as the crossbreed at half the price. They're about $40 and ship within a few days.
hickok45 Will the baby Glocks fit in the G17/22 Stealth Gear Holsters? I just got a G27 with a 9mm barrel conversion and I want to get a holster that will fit multiple sizes.
I just heard about the white hat max tuck holster and priced one out for the SID Sauer MK25 I'm purchasing. You actually answered a question I had in mind about the holster about the angle, you mentioned we can adjust the clips to change the cant of the weapon as preferred. So well done with that and thank you. I also watched your Beretta M9 and SIG Sauer MK25 review which I really liked, being an Army Vet, and can appreciate the differences between the two especially with my knowledge and experience with the M9. Great videos and wanted to leave you feedback, especially since you have answered several questions I've had.
I also recommend you do a video on the stealth gear USA onyx holster. I carry a glock 30 gen 4 and I forget I'm carrying it. I really think its the best iwb holster out there. I'd even be willing to send you mine to borrow if you can't get one from stealth gear.
Yeah, I'm new to watching your videos but I'm making an effort to watch a lot of them. I'm glad you and john make the effort and take the time to make and edit these videos. Ill do my best to like and share!
Great Video Hickok. I have carried a pistol for a living for near 30 years, I ordered a crossbreed for my G 30/21. after watching your earlier video. It is the most comfortable off duty/plainclothes holster I have ever used. I carried my G-20 in it and it was totally concealable under a tee shirt. I almost forgot I was carrying a full size weapon. Us old guys like our comforts.Thanks Again.
I own & use a Hidden Hybrid Holster. It works great both outside & inside the waistband. Superior quality material and workmanship. The felt backing he spoke of also provides excellent comfort against your skin in addition to helping to keep the holster from moving.
I gauge it by the reinforcement of the leather. most of these hybrid holster that I see is a single layer slab of leather with a kydex shell bolted onto it. To me I don't see a whole lot of ingenuity or thought put into it. It's too elementary. Reason why I look high upon MTAC and HHH is because of the reinforcement of the leather backing of both products. I agree that the other kind of hybrid holster works, but the lack of thought put into them makes me look down on it. I'm sure they all work for their intended purposes though...
Ultimately everybody is different and needs to try various, pricey holsters to find a winner. Body type, firearm choice, carry preference, clothing, activity levels and duration of use vary between users and all impact how comfortable, secure and durable they prove to be. Even many good holsters can wear out! Start collecting holsters til you find what works. Its trial and error for everybody. Great video to get you started!
The wife and I both have White Hat Micro tuck's these days. She carries a Shield, and I go back and forth between a Glock 19, and an M&P .45-C. I love the interchangeable Kydex. The owner of White Hat, (Tony), has ALWAYS been VERY helpful with advice, orders, and really cares and believes in his product. So many great options to the White Hat line.
N82 is an awesome holster for all kinds of weather. Used mine for 10-11 months now and absolutely no complaints. I can’t imagine a holster could be more comfortable.
Hello Hickok45, I appreciate all of your videos! I always view your videos on specific guns before I purchase one!! Just purchased the Springfield xdm 3.8 compact 9mm, based on your review, and bought the Stealthgear IWB holster, great holster for every day carry with minimal sweat. Glock 17 on my list next. Keep up the awesome work! I respect your opinion!
I just bought a Crossbreed for my new Springfield XDS .45 because of your videos and recommendations, and I love it. Thanks for all the great videos, Hickok. I stop by almost every day. I really like that Mossberg 590A1 too. I shoot mine every week for fun and for zombie readiness. Keep up the good work buddy.
Keyhole Holsters hybrid is in my opinion the best hybrid I've yet to find. Leather work is perfect and customer service was great. Highly highly recommend them to all my family and friends.
I have alien gear, Sheppard leather holster and a MIC holster used with clipdraw for pick up and go. Can't use the clipdraw with kydex holsters together so I use that when I know I'll have a period of time I just need a get up and go option or when I prefer deep concealment because I'm a little guy and I don't worry about printing to much but use it for an extra effort. People like the clipdraw but are scared to use it because Trigger is exposed, get the Mic holster too! Or any trigger guard holster works. Alien gear is my go to. Kydex is thick and durable and not blocky like some of the others preventing less bulge. Sheppard is also great. I had a Foxx holster and it was comfortable but the screws always came loose even after a couple hours. Yes I know the tricks to prevent it but why when I can use my alien gear and avoid all that. Or my Sheppard is always tight. Everyone has their own preferences. And which ever hybrid you choose they all conceal great, just find your do's and dont's with each and you'll be satisfied.
@hickok45 Thank you so much. I was looking for reviews of the best inside the waist holster for my Sig Sauer 1911 C3 and of course I search your videos and find the best review on the Internet. We all appreciate all that you do for the firearm community. I always go to you first for all information on firearms. You are truly the best!!! I have just placed my order for the Crossbreed SuperTuck Deluxe!!!
Thanks for yet another great overview. So, naturally, I just bought a kydex-only IWB, now I'm thinking the hybrids are the way to go. And, as you say, hard to find in a store; pretty much have to order online. Especially with an oddball gun; easier if you've got a Glock 19 or SS P365. My local gunstore told me they don't carry holsters period; they'd just have to carry tons of inventory for minescule sales. I get that. I checked out Cabela's, which DOES carry holsters, but its a long aisle, both sides, and I couldn't find a model for my piece and the sales folks couldn't help me. They just said, "Aisle X, if it's not there, we don't carry it." Great.
White Hat Max Tuck's in horsehide are fantastic. As you mentioned, I think it is the most concealable IWB holster. Crossbreed and others have hooks that go over the belt and says "FIREARM" to a watchful eye. WH has options for a Velcro backing of your belt and hooks, instead of J-hooks. Not to mention they do custom designs. I sent them my design and they printed it on the Kydex, looks just awesome. Very modular system, and when I compared them to other brands, WH had the complete package.
i just purchased a comfort-tuck for my glock 23. first time i sat down with it i fell in love with it. i can wear it comfortable in my car, computer chair, easy chair. and can easily draw from almost any position.
Tucker Gun Leather pioneered the hybrid holster, I believe. I think that Comp-tac followed them, then Crossbreed, and now we have several manufacturers as is obvious after watching this video. I've looked at many different hybrids, and the Tucker still gets my money; I own one for each of my two primary carry guns. Fantastic customer service as well!
I own two of the N8 squared Tactical holsters. Very comfortable,easy to take on and off, but the best thing is they keep sweat off of your weapon. Something that is very important if you carry here in the south.
i carried a g27 in a galco king tuck for about a year and a half down in texas and the driver side of slide on business end rusted and pitted pretty bad where it made contact with sweaty leather. i go harder than most and sweat a lot as i work outside so unfortunately no leather for me. i found a local company that makes custom kydex with lifetime warranty, and they function great for me. maybe when i retire i will try leather again. i really appreciate your work h45, keep it up.
I'm a big fan of N82 holsters, very comfortable. The backing is pretty good for when you sweat. It's nice not feeling the gun against your body as well. The backing also helps to keep it from moving around.
Superb video! You provided usable, real life information, hands on demonstration and a valuable opinion. I like all your videos but this maybe your best. The shooting community is very fortunate to have you doing such fine work. You are a UA-cam legend Sir
Mr. Hickok, Thank You so much for enlightening us on the various holsters that are out there on the market for those of us interested in purchasing a concealed carry holster. Sincerely, Marshal Davis
Great video Hickok45! I can tell you which holsters have more retention by just watching your belt on the draw. BTW... They all will do like the Nate Squared and require the inner twist if you take a hair dryer to the trigger area and indent it a little more. Then you can hang in the air from the butt of the gun until you trist it in. I make this style and have to tune them before sending them out and that is a feature I try to avoid. Also never set them on the dash of a car on an Arizona summer day. Retention is over rated by those who don't know any better I see it all the time with the pure kydex holsters. Draw and presentation are what counts in CCW. Open carry is a different proposition then level 2 or 3 may be required.
Hickok45, thanks for another great video. I would like to see a video on gun belts. It would be great if you could show leather and synthetic belts that you like.
I bought the Comp-Tac Minotaur after seeing this video (only 3-day production time). I have been wearing it now for 4 weeks with my Kimber Custom II. It is a great holster. BTW, gave you credit on the Comp-Tac site for the referral. Keep up the great videos!
I've made my own hybrid holsters for my guns and have been wearing them for a little over a year now. I agree with statement that these are the most comfortable holsters to wear for IWB.
Great video! You and John have a real class act going. 3 Million Subs and growing! I dont know how much money i have pissed away on holsters that didnt work for CCW but these are the only ones I use now. Have a Foxx Mini for my PPS M2 and a Crossbreed Super tuck for my Sig P229. They just work as you pointed out. i also still use Galco shoulder rigs in the winter if I drive alot. Great teamwork guys!
Just got me a AG IWB 3.0 and it is super comfy, great draw, and breathable. Also have an original AG IWB with the leather that I've been using for a long time until I got the 3.0.
A very informative video hickok45. I've been thinking about picking one of these up, and your video helped to convince me to do so. A well put together, and well spoken video. Thanks again for making a video we can all benefit from......And I'm not new to weapons by no means......
I looked and looked at holsters. There are so many out there. I kept coming back to Crossbreed for some reason. So glad to see you recommend them. Life is good. :)
I bought a crossbreed holster about eight years ago for a para ordinance LTC. I also had a para ordinance P 12 that fit just fine. Then I bought a Ruger SR 911 that’s fine then recently I bought a Springfield Armory operator TRP 10 mm with the Picatinny rail. And that fits best of all in my crossbreed holster Also I find a crossbreed holster incredibly comfortable
Just now stumbled across your youtube hybrid holster review. Since I have been concidering one of these your video has helped me tremendesly. Thanks for all your reviews. Life Is Good!
I bought the Florida company Infused Kydex iwb holster a few years ago for my Glock 21. I have had no issues whatsoever with it. It retains well while on your person and reholsters well too. The clip does an excellent job and has a good cant for my 4 o'clock wear. If I could change anything it would be that the kydex covers the end of the barrel. It doesn't click into place so that could be changed but it covers the trigger guard well. I have worn it for a few years now, gotta say it was money well spent. Inexpensive and reliable. Are there better holsters out there? Probably, but I have enjoyed it so well I am buying another for my Glock 26. This may help some, they offer it for Glocks(and other brands) with the TLR-6. Bought it on Ebay. No complaints, works fine for this ex Marine.
I just bought a real nice hybrid holster. It’s a full kydex holster but it has leather squares on each side with a clip on each. It super comfortable. It’s called black point. It’s different from every other hybrid holster I’ve seen. You should check it out
Holsters are a bit like engine oil or gun oil: everybody's holster is the best! :-) A representative sampling of quality holsters was my main objective here. Doubt that my mission will be to try to obtain every holster out there, although I might do a follow-up at some point if I end up with several good ones not shown in this video.
Could you possibly do a review of urban-carry? The G-3 or possibly locked-leather IWB holster?
you are the number one source for all things firearms. You have a great camera presence. Thanks for continuing to make great videos
Just received an IWB bucks holster pro tucker hybrid and I absolutely love it. So many great options out there! Love my American made Bucks Holster. Wonderful customer service!!!
One other difference between the various hybrids that some appreciate is whether or not the hardware is covered or exposed on the body side. The "princess and the pea" types can find exposed rivets uncomfortable during extended wear. The Minotaur MTAC, for example, has smooth leather stitched over the hardware that makes it more comfortable for some.
15:00 "Its hard for me to quit shooting." The first step in dealing with an addiction is admitting its existence. I'm right there with you. Keep fighting the good fight.
For years while I was a police officer and later for civilian concealed carry, I used the traditional IWB holster. They always were a bit uncomfortable (especially with a revolver) and always got sweat soaked. After watching your video I got a King Tuck from Galco. What a difference. Its great.. keep the videos coming.
Love H45 as he is one of the very few reviewers whom actually shoot his weapons and enjoys it. Keep it up H45
Hidden Hybrid is the obvious choice here, there's to many on the bench... Hickok seems like completely down to earth and in any comparison I've seen of his he has never said one thing bad about a brand/make/model...
I just bought the Hybrid Holster and got 10% off, GREAT deal, no shipment gouging either.. I feel for the money you can't beat a universal holster like that.. Even if I have to buy another (which I will) for only $52 it simply can't be beat !!!!
Thanks Hickok I owe you lunch :-)
take care
Crossbreed holsters started it, and quality wise they are still one of; if not the best in that area.
I will say that my new love is a StealthGear USA, Onyx holster.
Reasons:
1) Breathable. I can't stress this enough. In Georgia the humidity during the summer drove me to pocket carry as the leather backing on most hybrid holsters was disgusting, and uncomfortable at the end of the day.
2) Stealthgear really thought out their design. So much so; that I think crossbreed is going to have to change things up a little to keep market share.
-Minimized the kydex...there is not excess kydex which does change where you belt contacts, and how that belt shapes to the holster.
-Minimized the backer material size. There is no backing where you don't need it.
-It still distributes the weight the way the crossbreeds, and galco king tucks etc. do.
-The kydex on the stealth gear is tacked with philips screws like hickock just showed on this video. So ease of maintenance; and DIY kydex replacement is possible.
-My guns' finishes have been effected by the soggyness of the leather sheet backings on most of these. Stealthgear protects the gun with 3 layers where the gun print is on the Onyx...the rest of the holster has see-through air passage holes.
-BREATHABILITY; again
" The air floweth within thine Onyx." Book of CCW -Chapter 4: Verse 2
No compliance How well is it holding up? i was thinking of getting one for my glock 27. Thanks, and thanks to Hickok for making another great video.
glockster68 Zero complaints man. I still love it. I carry my glock 26 in it. No sweat soak through still. It keeps just like my crossbreed does. Draws the same etc. I like it better than my crossbreed overall. It's all subjective, but I think you'll like the onyx.
I have two onyx holsters and they are my best. None of my others come close.
The CompTac MTAC saved my hip in a motorcycle crash. no injury to the holster whatsoever. AMAZING! Concealed carry saved my from hip injury.
I understand. I enjoy bring useful information to shooters, regardless what it is, but shooting, of course, is always more fun.
You're the first video maker that I'm looking for on demonstrations. Thank you hickok45 reliable as ever !
I really enjoy your videos. You sharing all these cool things that me and millions of other people like is truly awesome. Thanks and keep it up. Life is good!
I like Fobus holsters. I have a friend has a Crossbreed. He swears by it. I did wear it once and I have nothing bad to say about them. There are so many holsters to buy, it comes what is nice and comfortable to you. I appreciate you showing all the different kind of holster. Have a good day....
I'd love to see an updated version of this video of newer holsters
I just love the way you share your experience with us, the public. Great video Mr. Hickok.
I've used a Crossbreed Supertuck for my Beretta 92, and my Springfield XDm 45 for almost a year now. Outstanding product.
Thanks for the upload.
Awesome review on hybrid holsters. I swore by full kydek holster, because of the complete trigger coverage and adjustable retention. I have revisited hybrid holsters and now find myself wearing these types of holsters more now due to comfort and the balance of weight that is provided to the gun when being worn in the waistband. Thanks for sharing all this great knowledge and sharing your experiences.
I have been using a Foxx holster for a while now and wear it everywhere. Very comfortable. Good price, free shipping. Very sturdy.
Couldn't agree more. I have one for my Ruger P345, Beretta 92, and Sig P229. Very happy with mine
I just bought the N8 squared holster after watching your reviews. And I have to say that I am extremely satisfied with my purchase. Your review was spot on! Very comfortable! Thanks @hickok45 !
I have a Alien Gear 2.0 I ordered for my Beretta PX4 compact. The adjustable cant lets me wear it with fairly light clothing with out printing
. What's great is that it works wonderfully with both my Walther PPS, and my Bersa Thunder.
You have over a million followers. These companies gotta take what they can get in terms of reviews. Its the honest truth.
Hey hickok45 - Been an avid watcher of your videos and enjoy all of them. I don't make many comments on youtube (if any), but I thought I'd let you know that Tucker Gun Leather was most likely the originator of this hybrid design. They call it "The Answer" because it was 'the answer' to the best of both worlds of holsters. I bought two - I believe in 2003 or 2004. At the time (from what I remember) they partnered with Comp-Tac for the polymer parts and Tucker made the leather part. (Comp-Tac only had the CTAC at the time then came out with their version of "The Answer" (MTAC I believe) a few years later.) Tucker's are extremely high quality. Really not comparable to Crossbreed. Crossbreed appeared to copy Tucker's design, and made it cheaper ($75 CB vs $125 TGL at the time if I remember right). As per Crossbreed's own website, they didn't come into business until 2005. I just thought I would let you know since you wanted to "give credit where credit is due" as you said. Tucker Gun Leather deserves a lot more credit than they get. They're expensive, but they are worth it; Especially at the time, when they were the ONLY ones with this design. -- FYI: I still wear the two Tucker holsters I bought 12-13 years ago several times a week. I have worn them for 16+ hours on several different occasions with extreme comfort. (No offense to Mark at Crossbreed. He was a nice guy. I just believe his ideas weren't 100% his own as his website may say.)
Got a Crossbreed a while back because of one of Hickok's videos. Wonderful holsters, you will not be disappointed.
I appreciate what you do my friend. I enjoy all of your videos.
Ltc, USA (Retired)
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! I have been looking for a good quality IWB holster for my M&P 40c and after going back and forth between each website it was really hard to compare them all. You have made it so easy by putting them all on one table. I really appreciate it!
Whitehat holsters are great that one they sent you is pretty sweet lol life is good indeed
What's crazy is my old Crossbreed Supertuck is still my favorite IWB... and i got my CCW in 2008!
I've grown very fond of my Alien Gear hybrid holster for my Glock M29. It's the most comfortable holster I've ever owned. I love how you can adjust the cant, ride, and retention! It's cheap, too! $37 shipping and handling.
I have had good experiences with alien gear as well.
I love my Hidden Hybrid holster, from order I had it in 4 days. The felt backing soaks up sweat a lot better than leather only holsters, I haven't had any chaffing with mine. I was told by their customer support that they are currently developing a standalone mag pouch. For the price, quality and customer support I'll recommend Hidden Hybrid and I'll be buying more.
When it's legal.
I've got a Crossbread mini-tuk for my LC9 and love it, have worn it for about 6 months straight with no complaints! Good thing about the mini-tuk is that you get the combat cut without having to pay extra for it! Cannot say enough good things about it!!! Highly recommended for a daily carry!
Professor Hickok, I have a revisit video idea: these hybrid style IWB holsters. It seems to me you are wearing OWB holsters most of the time in videos now.
Or a holster video in general. It’s been a while. I feel like the one clip kydex IWB holsters have become more popular because of ease of getting them on and off (like getting into and out of a car) even though they don’t spread the pressure like these hybrids. I guess it might depend on whether one is going to carry for a quick trip to the grocery store or carry all day while not getting in and out of a car.
LOVE crossbreeds! gave one to my brother for his last birthday now he loves them too
I like AlienGear :)
Agree. Great value, adjustability & support.
Diego Lara love alien gear. Great value. Great quality. Their holsters are comfortable and their belts are great.
Yes, and they honor their life time replacement warranty. I accidentally bent the base and cracked it. When I called to get a replacement, they offered to send me another one for free or for $8 bucks I could get the new 3.0 base no questions asked. I didnt even have to send back the cracked one. I got the new one and I am liking it even more now. AlienGear has set a new standard in my opinion.
Diego Lara wish they would make a mag carrier already
ken crockett I have great news for you. Aliens gear sent out an email last month announcing that a new mag carrier is coming out this month. The email had a sign up link to be alerted when it's released but they have no done so. But they are finally releasing one.
The Kydex is molded for specific guns, so you need either a different shell / scabbard or a whole different holster for different guns, at least with most of these I've seen. I don't care as much for one-size fits-all holsters when it comes to Kydex. Neither am I likely to switch out the scabbards to go from gun to gun. The biggest advantage in that feature, I think, is for when you sell off the gun and don't need it. Easy to convert the holster.
Never heard of them is one reason. :-)
I think Hickok "gives away" enough. He dedicates a lot of his time giving people like you and I valuable information and a little entertainment ta boot. Keep up the great work Hickok, and it was a pleasure to meet you in Philly...
I would like to see you do a review on the Stealthgear Onyx IWB holster. It is a bit different than the traditional leather and kydex and superb in comfort.
Christopher Wedeman Yep, I've pointed it out in several videos where I wear it. I like them.
hickok45 Foxx Holsters also makes a hybrid thats about the same quality as the crossbreed at half the price. They're about $40 and ship within a few days.
hickok45 Will the baby Glocks fit in the G17/22 Stealth Gear Holsters? I just got a G27 with a 9mm barrel conversion and I want to get a holster that will fit multiple sizes.
+hickok45 I was planning on concealed carrying a 686+. I was hoping you had some holsters to recommend. I am biased towards iwb and under the arm pit
I was going to comment this as well. I would love to see you do a review on this holster @hickock45
I just heard about the white hat max tuck holster and priced one out for the SID Sauer MK25 I'm purchasing. You actually answered a question I had in mind about the holster about the angle, you mentioned we can adjust the clips to change the cant of the weapon as preferred. So well done with that and thank you.
I also watched your Beretta M9 and SIG Sauer MK25 review which I really liked, being an Army Vet, and can appreciate the differences between the two especially with my knowledge and experience with the M9.
Great videos and wanted to leave you feedback, especially since you have answered several questions I've had.
I also recommend you do a video on the stealth gear USA onyx holster. I carry a glock 30 gen 4 and I forget I'm carrying it. I really think its the best iwb holster out there. I'd even be willing to send you mine to borrow if you can't get one from stealth gear.
+Jared Josey You've missed quite a few videos. I wear one in several videos and have even plugged them as my favorite.
Yeah, I'm new to watching your videos but I'm making an effort to watch a lot of them. I'm glad you and john make the effort and take the time to make and edit these videos. Ill do my best to like and share!
Great Video Hickok. I have carried a pistol for a living for near 30 years, I ordered a crossbreed for my G 30/21. after watching your earlier video. It is the most comfortable off duty/plainclothes holster I have ever used. I carried my G-20 in it and it was totally concealable under a tee shirt. I almost forgot I was carrying a full size weapon. Us old guys like our comforts.Thanks Again.
Alien Gear offers a lifetime replacement scabbard. Change your gun you carry? Send the scabbard back and get one free for your new gun.
Its cool, but when your life depends on it I would go with the best gear, not the best warranty program.
I wish they had could have one for my shield with laser and light
@@Alex-fc9yw they are made out of a polymer blend not kydex. Alien Gear is made with quality man
Jim Morse just purchased thanks for info got one for my 45 shield can’t wait for it to get here !
I own & use a Hidden Hybrid Holster. It works great both outside & inside the waistband. Superior quality material and workmanship. The felt backing he spoke of also provides excellent comfort against your skin in addition to helping to keep the holster from moving.
you missed the best one.... alien gear holsters
lol. super thin leather. they're made like a 15 year old made it.
The best one is Hidden Hybrid Holster and Comptac MTAC. Now that's quality.
khyoon14 I prefer the Tommy Theis holster, personally. Hidden Hybrid is, to me, a very close second.
I gauge it by the reinforcement of the leather. most of these hybrid holster that I see is a single layer slab of leather with a kydex shell bolted onto it. To me I don't see a whole lot of ingenuity or thought put into it. It's too elementary. Reason why I look high upon MTAC and HHH is because of the reinforcement of the leather backing of both products. I agree that the other kind of hybrid holster works, but the lack of thought put into them makes me look down on it. I'm sure they all work for their intended purposes though...
Took the words out my mouth!!!
Ultimately everybody is different and needs to try various, pricey holsters to find a winner. Body type, firearm choice, carry preference, clothing, activity levels and duration of use vary between users and all impact how comfortable, secure and durable they prove to be. Even many good holsters can wear out! Start collecting holsters til you find what works. Its trial and error for everybody. Great video to get you started!
can you do a Alien Gear review
The wife and I both have White Hat Micro tuck's these days. She carries a Shield, and I go back and forth between a Glock 19, and an M&P .45-C. I love the interchangeable Kydex. The owner of White Hat, (Tony), has ALWAYS been VERY helpful with advice, orders, and really cares and believes in his product. So many great options to the White Hat line.
is he awesome! or what.
I have been using a hybrid IWB holster and like it.
Thanks for showing all the different brands in one video.
N82 is an awesome holster for all kinds of weather. Used mine for 10-11 months now and absolutely no complaints. I can’t imagine a holster could be more comfortable.
Excellent post, as always, hickok45, sir!
n82 tactical was started in tyro nc less then 5 miles from where i grew up. awsome to see people being sucessfull.
Memphis, TN here. Been watching your videos for a good while. So much info in them. Please keep it up!
Hello Hickok45, I appreciate all of your videos! I always view your videos on specific guns before I purchase one!! Just purchased the Springfield xdm 3.8 compact 9mm, based on your review, and bought the Stealthgear IWB holster, great holster for every day carry with minimal sweat. Glock 17 on my list next. Keep up the awesome work! I respect your opinion!
I just bought a Crossbreed for my new Springfield XDS .45 because of your videos and recommendations, and I love it. Thanks for all the great videos, Hickok. I stop by almost every day. I really like that Mossberg 590A1 too. I shoot mine every week for fun and for zombie readiness. Keep up the good work buddy.
Thank's a lot for the run through Hickock, been trying to decide which one to get and this helped tons!
Wow, you got those holsters on and off quicker than most people can draw.
Amazing how far we've come in holsters since the old west times. Thank you for your videos
Awesome selection of holsters thanks for doing this review!
Keyhole Holsters hybrid is in my opinion the best hybrid I've yet to find. Leather work is perfect and customer service was great. Highly highly recommend them to all my family and friends.
I have alien gear, Sheppard leather holster and a MIC holster used with clipdraw for pick up and go. Can't use the clipdraw with kydex holsters together so I use that when I know I'll have a period of time I just need a get up and go option or when I prefer deep concealment because I'm a little guy and I don't worry about printing to much but use it for an extra effort. People like the clipdraw but are scared to use it because Trigger is exposed, get the Mic holster too! Or any trigger guard holster works. Alien gear is my go to. Kydex is thick and durable and not blocky like some of the others preventing less bulge. Sheppard is also great. I had a Foxx holster and it was comfortable but the screws always came loose even after a couple hours. Yes I know the tricks to prevent it but why when I can use my alien gear and avoid all that. Or my Sheppard is always tight. Everyone has their own preferences. And which ever hybrid you choose they all conceal great, just find your do's and dont's with each and you'll be satisfied.
Also, with Hickok45 around, life IS good.
@hickok45 Thank you so much. I was looking for reviews of the best inside the waist holster for my Sig Sauer 1911 C3 and of course I search your videos and find the best review on the Internet. We all appreciate all that you do for the firearm community. I always go to you first for all information on firearms. You are truly the best!!! I have just placed my order for the Crossbreed SuperTuck Deluxe!!!
Great choice I have 3 for my main carry guns they have never let me down and I wear them all day they are awesome holsters !
I have used Crossbreed holsters for years and love them.
Thanks for yet another great overview. So, naturally, I just bought a kydex-only IWB, now I'm thinking the hybrids are the way to go.
And, as you say, hard to find in a store; pretty much have to order online. Especially with an oddball gun; easier if you've got a Glock 19 or SS P365. My local gunstore told me they don't carry holsters period; they'd just have to carry tons of inventory for minescule sales. I get that. I checked out Cabela's, which DOES carry holsters, but its a long aisle, both sides, and I couldn't find a model for my piece and the sales folks couldn't help me. They just said, "Aisle X, if it's not there, we don't carry it." Great.
I just got my crossbreed super tuck today and couldn't be happier. Great holster!
As always, very good, practical, responsible and useable information for us new to the conceal carry family. Thank You.
all of this is why i watch and subscribe to Hickok45............ information, learning and so on. so, thank you.
Thanks hickok45. I have finally been able to find a holster for my P64 (crossbreed) and my FMK (White Hat). As always I enjoy viewing your videos.
White Hat Max Tuck's in horsehide are fantastic. As you mentioned, I think it is the most concealable IWB holster. Crossbreed and others have hooks that go over the belt and says "FIREARM" to a watchful eye. WH has options for a Velcro backing of your belt and hooks, instead of J-hooks. Not to mention they do custom designs. I sent them my design and they printed it on the Kydex, looks just awesome. Very modular system, and when I compared them to other brands, WH had the complete package.
i just purchased a comfort-tuck for my glock 23. first time i sat down with it i fell in love with it. i can wear it comfortable in my car, computer chair, easy chair. and can easily draw from almost any position.
Tucker Gun Leather pioneered the hybrid holster, I believe. I think that Comp-tac followed them, then Crossbreed, and now we have several manufacturers as is obvious after watching this video. I've looked at many different hybrids, and the Tucker still gets my money; I own one for each of my two primary carry guns. Fantastic customer service as well!
I own two of the N8 squared Tactical holsters. Very comfortable,easy to take on and off, but the best thing is they keep sweat off of your weapon. Something that is very important if you carry here in the south.
i carried a g27 in a galco king tuck for about a year and a half down in texas and the driver side of slide on business end rusted and pitted pretty bad where it made contact with sweaty leather. i go harder than most and sweat a lot as i work outside so unfortunately no leather for me. i found a local company that makes custom kydex with lifetime warranty, and they function great for me. maybe when i retire i will try leather again. i really appreciate your work h45, keep it up.
Hickock45, thank you for all of the reviews and all the time you spend in making these videos. It's like going to firearms school.
I own 2 Crossbreed holsters, one for my 1911's, and one for my S&W j frame. Love them both, they are very comfortable.
I'm a big fan of N82 holsters, very comfortable. The backing is pretty good for when you sweat. It's nice not feeling the gun against your body as well. The backing also helps to keep it from moving around.
Paying attention to the details makes a better choice. Good Job buddy
Crossbreed Supertuck user here. Love it and I agree this style really spreads the weight well. I
Superb video! You provided usable, real life information, hands on demonstration and a valuable opinion. I like all your videos but this maybe your best. The shooting community is very fortunate to have you doing such fine work. You are a UA-cam legend Sir
Mr. Hickok,
Thank You so much for enlightening us on the various holsters that are out there on the market for those of us interested in purchasing a concealed carry holster.
Sincerely,
Marshal Davis
Great video Hickok45! I can tell you which holsters have more retention by just watching your belt on the draw. BTW... They all will do like the Nate Squared and require the inner twist if you take a hair dryer to the trigger area and indent it a little more. Then you can hang in the air from the butt of the gun until you trist it in. I make this style and have to tune them before sending them out and that is a feature I try to avoid. Also never set them on the dash of a car on an Arizona summer day. Retention is over rated by those who don't know any better I see it all the time with the pure kydex holsters. Draw and presentation are what counts in CCW. Open carry is a different proposition then level 2 or 3 may be required.
just bought two stealth holsters with life time warrantee. havent got them yet but they are breathable against your body with moisture sheild
Hickok45, thanks for another great video. I would like to see a video on gun belts. It would be great if you could show leather and synthetic belts that you like.
I bought the Comp-Tac Minotaur after seeing this video (only 3-day production time). I have been wearing it now for 4 weeks with my Kimber Custom II. It is a great holster. BTW, gave you credit on the Comp-Tac site for the referral. Keep up the great videos!
I've made my own hybrid holsters for my guns and have been wearing them for a little over a year now. I agree with statement that these are the most comfortable holsters to wear for IWB.
LOL at the crosses on the crossbreeds. "I kick ass for the Lord!"
Love all of your videos Hickok45 ... thanks brutha for doing what you do ...
Great video! You and John have a real class act going. 3 Million Subs and growing! I dont know how much money i have pissed away on holsters that didnt work for CCW but these are the only ones I use now. Have a Foxx Mini for my PPS M2 and a Crossbreed Super tuck for my Sig P229. They just work as you pointed out. i also still use Galco shoulder rigs in the winter if I drive alot. Great teamwork guys!
Just got me a AG IWB 3.0 and it is super comfy, great draw, and breathable. Also have an original AG IWB with the leather that I've been using for a long time until I got the 3.0.
A very informative video hickok45. I've been thinking about picking one of these up, and your video helped to convince me to do so. A well put together, and well spoken video. Thanks again for making a video we can all benefit from......And I'm not new to weapons by no means......
I looked and looked at holsters. There are so many out there. I kept coming back to Crossbreed for some reason. So glad to see you recommend them. Life is good. :)
I bought a crossbreed holster about eight years ago for a para ordinance LTC. I also had a para ordinance P 12 that fit just fine. Then I bought a Ruger SR 911 that’s fine then recently I bought a Springfield Armory operator TRP 10 mm with the Picatinny rail. And that fits best of all in my crossbreed holster
Also I find a crossbreed holster incredibly comfortable
Just now stumbled across your youtube hybrid holster review. Since I have been concidering one of these your video has helped me tremendesly. Thanks for all your reviews. Life Is Good!
I enjoy my G26 in the King Tuk. The hybrid holsters are so much better than others I have worn.
Awesome video, thanks for pointing out the hybrid spread the pressure for comfort compared to one clip holster
I bought the Florida company Infused Kydex iwb holster a few years ago for my Glock 21. I have had no issues whatsoever with it. It retains well while on your person and reholsters well too. The clip does an excellent job and has a good cant for my 4 o'clock wear. If I could change anything it would be that the kydex covers the end of the barrel. It doesn't click into place so that could be changed but it covers the trigger guard well. I have worn it for a few years now, gotta say it was money well spent. Inexpensive and reliable. Are there better holsters out there? Probably, but I have enjoyed it so well I am buying another for my Glock 26. This may help some, they offer it for Glocks(and other brands) with the TLR-6. Bought it on Ebay. No complaints, works fine for this ex Marine.
I just bought a real nice hybrid holster. It’s a full kydex holster but it has leather squares on each side with a clip on each. It super comfortable. It’s called black point. It’s different from every other hybrid holster I’ve seen. You should check it out