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Welcome to the Alien Gear Holsters Concealed Carry Blog! Although we specialize in concealed carry holsters, we cover many other CCW topics here. Our gun writers discuss every facet of concealed carry best practices other gun tips! Whether you’re new or experienced carrier, you’ll be sure to find our gun blog helpful and informative. Check out any of our articles and remember to like, share, and comment!

  1. The Judge Gun vs The Governor. Which Is Better For Concealed Carry? [2022]

    The Judge Gun vs The Governor

    The Judge Gun vs The Governor. Which Of The .410 Boat Anchors Should I Get?

    Some people just want a .410 revolver, and this leads some people to ponder whether to get the Taurus Judge vs Governor by S&W. Since Smith and Wesson is such a long-lasting and trusted brand, some people wonder if you can get the same gun, just made better, by opting to not get the Taurus.

    The answer? Well, really it depends on which one you end up liking more. The gun is going

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  2. 10mm Vs 45 | 10mm vs 45 ACP Side-by-Side Comparison [2023]

    Battle of the Big-Bore with 10mm vs 45ACP  

    By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor

    When it comes to autoloading big-bore, 10mm and .45 ACP are the two mainstream choices. While there are

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  3. Sig P226 vs P320. Sig Sauer P320 and P226 Firearm Comparison [2022]

    Sig P226 Vs P320

    Sig P226 vs. Sig P320. Modern Vs. Classic For Concealed Carry?

    It would be a little odd for anyone to really be torn between Sig P320 vs. Sig P226. While it's not quite the difference between chalk and cheese, the two guns are fundamentally different and it doesn't seem like a person interested in one would be interested in the other.

    But maybe somebody might. Who knows? Also, who says you have to choose?

    Choosing between these guns is something of a

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  4. Glock 17 vs 19. Which is Better? [2022]

    Glock 17 vs 19

    Glock 17 vs 19. Which is Better for Everyday Carry?

    Given the popularity of the two pistols, a lot of people debate the issue of Glock 17 vs Glock 19 for concealed carry or just as an addition to the gun safe. Each gun has serious merits and both are among the most popular handguns on the market to date. You won't go wrong with either...but there are a few instances where one is a bit better than the other.

    Either pistol is a fine purchase, and

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  5. Fat Guy Holster. Concealed Carry For Big Guys [2023]

    Fat guy holster

    What's The Best Fat Guy Holster? Concealed Carry For Fat Guys.

    Husky? A bit pleasantly plump?

    You can call it whatever you wish but some of us are carrying more than just a concealed pistol in our waistline. And for people with a bit extra around the waist, sometimes an inside the waistband concealed carry holster can be a bit uncomfortable.

    In this article, we'll discuss some concealed carry techniques and positioning that are

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  6. Glock 26 vs 19. Which Is Better For Concealed Carry? [2023]

    Glock 19 vs 26

    Glock 26 vs 19. Reading Between The Nines

    Some people accept nothing other than a 9x19mm Glock, and if you're going to carry one on the daily, that inevitably leads to deciding between the Glock 19 vs. 26. Both of these pistols are wildly popular among police officers and civilian carriers. Take a peek in basically any gun store, and they'll have both of them behind the counter.

    But

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  7. Glock 26 vs 43 | Which Baby Glock Is Best? [2022]

    glock 26 vs glock 43  

    By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor

    When it comes to a subcompact Glock, the eternal debate seems to be Glock 26 vs Glock 43. Each is a very popular CCW pistol, and each has a lot to offer

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  8. Top 10 Things You Need At The Shooting Range [2022]

    things to bring to the range

    Shooting Range Essentials: What You Need To Bring

    If you're new to shooting, there are a number of essentials you absolutely need to have on hand at the range. You might find instances where you may not need every item on this list, but you'll need all of them at some point.

    The good news is a lot of range essentials are fairly cheap and very common. You can get them at most hardware or "mart" stores. Some are not.

    So, let's talk about what you're going to need for range

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  9. Is a .22 Pistol Good for Practice?

    Man shooting 22 pistol at the shooting range

    Would A .22 Caliber Pistol Be Good For Cheaper Practice?

    Some people get the idea of shooting a .22 pistol for practice as a way to get more reps for drastically lower cost. Its also thought to be a better way to onboard new shooters, as the lighter recoil of .22 LR will make them a little less likely to flinch like they might with a 9mm or .45.

    Is a .22 pistol good for practice?

    It definitely can be! More repetitions are more repetitions, and it's an excellent

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  10. Csx vs Shield Plus

    Csx vs Shield Plus

    Csx Vs Shield Plus

    When the CSX was released, Smith & Wesson made it known that they had put another double-stack subcompact into their lineup by starting from scratch. With all their successes with their M&P series of compact pistols, the new CSX naturally begged for a comparison with the S&W Shield Plus. They are similar in size, capacity, weight and many other metrics, therefore, they are similar in function… but i

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