What is appendix style carry?

The term “appendix carry” is a newer term for this same carrying style, referring to the way your holster rests against your abdomen, around the general location of your appendix. Typical placement of the firearm in this style of carry is often about halfway between the pants pocket and the waistband button.

Is appendix carry a good idea?

The biggest risk of appendix carry is the impact that a negligent discharge could have on the gun owner. Negligent discharges can happen in any carry position, but when they occur from appendix carry, they could impact a critical area of the body that includes the groin and the femoral artery.

Can you conceal carry with an outside the waistband holster?

While concealed carry is most often done with an IWB, shoulder, ankle, thigh, or purse holster, it is very possible to concealed carry with an OWB holster. The key is to find the right gun, holster, and clothing to complement your body type and the profile of the gun.

What is the difference between IWB and appendix holster?

While all IWB holsters are naturally better at preventing gun snatching, an appendix carry with an IWB holster is even better. When the gun is mounted on the strongside position it’s still somewhat hanging out the window, even with a holster than clings to your body. It can still be grabbed and taken from you.

Can you sit down with appendix carry?

One of the most popular concealed carry positions is appendix carry. But if you try appendix carry sitting, your gun and holster may dig into your stomach. This can be very uncomfortable if you are seated for more than a few minutes.

What’s the best concealed carry position?

Inside the waistband is widely considered one of the best concealed carry positions because it conceals your pistol the most without many downsides. Like outside the waistband, most gun owners tend to strong side carry with IWB for a natural draw.

Can you appendix carry a full-size gun?

Appendix Inside the Waistband A good appendix carry rig makes it entirely possible for a person of any size to carry a full-size handgun with ease — including shooters both big and small.

Is the crossbreed appendix model the same as the freedom carry?

Note that CrossBreed also has a dedicated Appendix Model, but it is not designed for strong-side hip carry as is the Freedom Carry model. According to the CrossBreed website, the Kydex pocket of the Freedom Carry is mounted in a straight draw position and has an adjustable cant clip, allowing the holster to be moved to the various carry positions.

What is the Kydex pocket on the crossbreed freedom carry?

According to the CrossBreed website, the Kydex pocket of the Freedom Carry is mounted in a straight draw position and has an adjustable cant clip, allowing the holster to be moved to the various carry positions.

What is a freedom carry?

Capable of being used in appendix, cross-draw, and strong-side carry in the 3-5 o’clock position, the Freedom Carry is basically a reduced-size SuperTuck holster with the leather backing cut away to support only one locking clip. This reduction in backing is what allows this rig to be carried comfortably in the appendix position.

What kind of holster is the crossbreed freedom carry IWB?

CrossBreed Freedom Carry IWB Holster The Freedom Carry is one of the newest of the fine CrossBreed designs. Capable of being used in appendix, cross-draw, and strong-side carry in the 3-5 o’clock position, the Freedom Carry is basically a reduced-size SuperTuck holster with the leather backing cut away to support only one locking clip.