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!
July 13, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor In this guide, we'll go over just about everything you'll need to know about magazine carriers, magazine holsters, magazine pouches and any other implement of carrying more rounds upon your person, how it's done and the reasons why you want to. |
July 10, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By James England | Contributing Editor A paddle holster has a “paddle” or “duck bill” section of the holster that fits inside the waistband and the holster for the gun overlaps the waistband. A belt slide holster slides into the belt loops of a person's belt. There's a big difference that a lot of gun owners surprisingly don't know. A belt slide holster usually has a slightly lower profile while a paddle holster generally covers a majority of high-retention outside the waistband holsters. The reason why paddle holsters are more popular in recent years has to do with the retention and design elements a lot of companies have thrown into them. |
July 8, 2020 7:00:59 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Lots of holster designs are out there, but which make the best 1911 concealed carry holster? |
July 6, 2020 7:00:48 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Does Taurus make a good entry-level .44 Magnum? Find out in our Taurus .44 Mag review... |
July 3, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor There are some special considerations that a person should be mindful of if carrying concealed on July 4th. Holidays tend to attract very large crowds, especially if doing the traditional activities such as watching fireworks. There is also something of a summer festival atmosphere and everything that entails... |
July 1, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Just how good are Taurus' big irons? Find out in this Taurus Raging Hunter 44 Mag review! |
June 29, 2020 7:00:11 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Wondering what the tips and tricks for shoulder holster concealed carry are? Here are a few solid bits of advice... |
June 26, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Is a paddle holster good for concealed carry? |
June 24, 2020 7:00:49 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor The Desert Eagle is a cult favorite, but it's actually an interesting pistol once you get past the cool factor... |
June 22, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Why is the CZ 75so beloved? It's so old! But...it's also very good. Learn why this old-school Wonder Nine has stayed so darned popular... |
June 19, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Here's some great tips on what to look for in a 1911 shoulder holster... |
June 17, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Jonesing for a German pistol for carrying? Some people ponder the smart features of the VP9SK vs P365 handguns. Which is best? Read on... |
June 15, 2020 8:35:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor There's a new Taurus pistol in town. Find out more in our Taurus G3C review... |
June 12, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Michael Cambron | Contributing Editor There may not be such a thing as too much ammunition for concealed carry…but then again, all you may need is one round. The amount of spare ammunition to carry is something everyone will have to work out for themselves, whether you wish to concealed carry a revolver or a semi-automatic handgun. |
June 10, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Jake Smith | Contributing Editor Alien Gear Holster's ShapeShift Pocket Holster has been designed to carry more easily and function better than previous pocket holster designs. |
June 8, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor There is no best concealed carry handgun, but there is a best one for you. |
June 5, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor The Browning Hi Power is the archetype of modern handguns. Learn why... |
June 3, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Looking for a bug out bag to get prepared for emergencies? Start with these 6 stellar contenders... |
June 1, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor If you had to only have one, it would be the devil's own job of trying to choose between Sig P320 vs. Glock 19. |
May 29, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor There are a bunch of new gun owners out there. What do you tell them if they ask for advice? |
May 27, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Here are the best Walther guns for concealed carry... |
May 25, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor The red dot sight is the future of handgunning. We all know it. How do the darn things work? Read on... |
May 21, 2020 12:00:00 AM PDT
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What could you use a holster mount for? Here's what you do with one... |
May 20, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Wondering how the Alien Gear holster shell swap program works? Here's the entire scoop, including how to do it and why we offer it. |
May 18, 2020 7:00:09 AM PDT
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You may have noticed that Alien Gear Holsters has updated our belt slide attachment. Read on to learn how... |
May 15, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor In fact, plenty of double-action pistols make fantastic carry guns. Here are 6 solid choices... |
May 13, 2020 7:00:04 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor If you had to choose between .380 vs 9mm, which is better? Good info to know if looking at a micro pistol... |
May 11, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By James England | Contributing Editor You've heard of the equilateral triangle for workmanship? “Fast, cheap, good” Choose two, the old joke goes. When it comes to choosing a great first concealed carry holster, thankfully that triangle doesn't apply... |
May 8, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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Can you get a quality concealed carry holster on a budget? Yes! If, that is, you know what to look for... |
May 6, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Stuck in isolation? Great time for dry fire training. Here are 6 drills to work on... |
May 4, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor What were the actual "Star Wars" guns? Here are 6 of them... |
May 1, 2020 7:00:59 AM PDT
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Which of the Cloak Tuck IWB holsters should you get? The classic Cloak Tuck? Or the more modern Cloak Tuck 3.5? That depends on you... |
April 29, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor There are a lot of CZ guns if you browse their catalog. Which are the best for concealed carry? Here are 7 solid picks... |
April 27, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor A hammerless revolver actually makes the most amount of sense if you're getting a wheel gun for defensive purposes. |
April 24, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor There are a lot of Sig guns for any purpose, but what are the best ones for concealed carry? Here are 6 solid choices. |
April 22, 2020 7:00:23 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Want to get into concealed carry but you're stymied by isolation? Here's what you can do at home... |
April 20, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Can't find 9mm or .45? Here are some alternative handgun calibers you'll find more ammo for during lean times... |
April 17, 2020 7:00:09 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor You can definitely use a universal holster to carry with...but you need to get one that's made right. |
April 15, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Does grain weight really matter all that much when it comes to your self-defense ammo? |
April 13, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor A whole lot of people just became gun owners and went into quarantine. What should you do once the national lockdown ends? |
April 10, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Is SHOT IQ what you're missing in your handgun training? Read on... |
April 8, 2020 7:00:05 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Could you get one holster for open carry, concealed carry and range use? You can, with a belt holster! |
April 6, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor For a couple decades, people have been debating 40 vs 9mm. You might be sick of hearing it, but we're covering it anyway! Both rounds have something to offer the right person. |
April 3, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Could you get one holster for open carry, concealed carry and range use? You can, with a belt holster! |
April 1, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor What's the best Taurus revolver? Depends on what you have in mind. Here are 6 great Taurus wheel guns for nearly any purpose... |
March 30, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Want to get a Beretta 9mm and find out what they're all about? Here are 6 Berettas to get you started... |
March 27, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor So, you want to get a Glock 9mm...which one is best? Well, that depends a whole lot on what you're going to use it for. All Glocks are good, but some are good for some purposes and some are better for others. |
March 25, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor
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March 23, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Is a .22 pistol viable for self-defense? |
March 18, 2020 7:00:00 AM PDT
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By Sam Hoober | Contributing Editor Alien Gear Holsters reviews the FN 503! |
