What does carrying a gun appendix mean?
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.
Should you appendix carry?
Appendix carry, in and of itself, is no more dangerous than any other carry technique when one is properly trained and armed with a handgun that lends itself to this method.
Do you need a special holster for appendix carry?
Generally, this position is used with an IWB holster to aid in concealment — often referred to as AIWB. However, there is not a set location for your concealed carry and you will need to experiment with pistol location to find what is most comfortable.
Are appendix holsters safe?
Appendix carry, when performed with the right holster and a trained hand, is perfectly safe, and that includes your Glock 19 handgun.
Is appendix carry a fad?
Over the past few years, appendix carry has become more popular, and more holster companies have thrown their products into the mix. The most promising thing coming from the increased popularity is the improvement of techniques. Appendix carry has it’s advantages, but foremost is the ability to hide a big gun.
Why is it called Mexican carry?
However, while most gun owners who IWB carry handguns use a holster, there’s also a technique called Mexican carry. Mexican carry refers to the practice of carrying a handgun inside the waistband without a holster.
Why do Israelis carry?
Instructors believed standardizing on Condition Three carry was one way for the IDF to eliminate the confusion of training for various safeties and firearms functionality. The second theory behind the origin of Israeli carry is related to the guns that the IDF inherited from the combatants of WWII.
Is the 1911 obsolete?
Modern pistol designs have made the 1911 obsolete in its role as a combat sidearm. It’s finicky and demands constant attention that a warfighter can’t afford to offer. But when it’s tuned and running well, it’s the most accurate pistol out there. Warnings aside, the pistol’s appeal is strong and romantic.