Guns, Pistols

Choosing the Right Holster for your Pistol

Choosing the right holster for your firearm is a decision that has more complicated factors than you might think. Remember that the way you carry your gun is just as important as selecting your type of pistol and honing your sharpshooting skills. The holster does not have to be the most expensive one available on the market but it does have to ensure that it is comfortable and safe for you to carry your weapon and draw it out quickly in times of need.

The first thing that you should consider when choosing a holster for your handgun is the frame of your body as well as the size of your pistol. For example, an individual of larger stature can easily carry a gun on their belt or over their shoulder, but the lengths of full-body holsters might not be applicable to someone with a smaller frame where unwanted parties might have easier access to their gun. In addition to that, you should also consider the range of motion and activities you’ll be performing while choosing a holster. For instance, an open-top type holster would not be suitable for a particularly active person who might be wearing their firearm while hiking and hunting. Instead, one with a retention device would ensure that the firearm stays secure at all times during active scenarios.

Materials make a large impact as well. Regardless of whether you’re using a concealed carry type holster or an open type one, you obviously want the holster to have good retention, secure placement, and proper coverage for the trigger guard. It is also important to ensure that the holster stays fit to the belt or shoulder and does not slide or shift when you draw the gun. All of these factors depend upon the material and design of the pistol holster.

There are many options available on the market as far as holster materials go. Leather, nylon, or polymer blends tend to be the most popular choices. All of these materials have their own pros and cons so you should research well before making the purchase. Whichever material you choose, make sure that it is molded to your handgun model so that it can offer maximum retention and safety when you’re carrying the firearm. That also means you should stay away from buying the one-size-fits-all type pouch type holsters with stitched seams as they tend not to be secure enough to retain the gun or protect the trigger.

Comfort, as previously stated, plays a great part in selecting the right holster. It should allow for easy carry of the firearm and hold the gun securely when you bend, run, or perform your normal daily activities. The most important aspect is ensuring that the firearm never falls out. At the same time, the holster should not interfere with the gun’s mechanisms, and there should not be any pressure on the safety lock or the magazine release under any circumstances.