How to Choose a Holster

Find a holster you'll actually carry with — fit, retention, and position.

1. 1
   Match it to your gun

   Get a holster molded for your exact model (and light/optic if equipped). A loose, universal holster is unsafe and uncomfortable.

2. 2
   Pick a carry position

   Appendix (AIWB) conceals best for most; strong-side IWB is a comfortable all-rounder; OWB is best for range or open carry.

3. 3
   Check retention and trigger guard

   The trigger guard must be fully covered, and the gun should click in with positive retention — it shouldn't fall out when inverted.

4. 4
   Add a real belt

   A flimsy belt ruins a good holster. A stiff gun belt distributes weight and keeps the rig stable.