Monday, May 7, 2018

Some Things To Know Before Buying That Kydex Concealment Holster

By Helen Patterson


You are reading this article right now for the sole reason that you have just received your new permit for concealed carry, as well as a new firearm of course. So now the next step will be to get a holster of some sort so you can take your gun around with you outside concealed and in comfort. A few of the people you know have suggested a Kydex concealment holster for your need. However, prior to your final decision and purchase do read on in this article for more information.

Kydex is a thermoplastic material that is very durable. It is akin to fiberglass but a lot more tough and pliant. It is also quite lightweight and many prefer ones made of Kydex compared to leather made ones due to this. Despite the differences in materials, you still need to look out for a few key things in getting one for your current needs.

First thing to look out for is its retention capabilities. Retention is basically how well it keeps or holds on to your firearm. You definitely do not want your gun falling out when you do sudden movements such as jumping and running. Retention is a major key to a good holster.

Two key items are also important in carry holsters, which is the cant and the riding height. The cant is the angle by which the gun will be sitting inside while it is carried, and it will affect how fast one can draw the weapon. The riding height means how high the gun can be carried while it is in the carriage. Both of these characteristics should be adjustable in the one you have in mind.

Try to get a molded one as against a general one size fits all one. Molded ones give better retention and also gives better protection against accidental firing should you be fond of carrying a chambered weapon. As much as possible therefore get a molded fit one for your model of gun. A Kydex made one will have more option for molded models than a leather one.

Factor in comfort as well as when choosing one. Comfort is important for if you do not have it, you will be less likely to carry your gun around, which will be quite self defeating in the light of a concealed carry permit. Thus over functionality and looks, comfort is something that you must look for however long it takes. Remember that there is one made for you somewhere out there and all you need is to take the time to look.

Consider carefully also quality and craftsmanship of the thing that you will buy. These are very important attributes in terms of buying something as it will ensure that it will last and not break at the most inopportune moment. Get something that will last and something that you can actually pass down to the next generation.

And lastly perhaps it is to get a customized one altogether that is made according to your needs. Definitely a custom made one may be on the expensive side but it will answer all the attributes that you want to have in a good and decent concealment holster.




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