I recently finished reading The Terminal List and was extremely impressed with not only the storyline, but the list of weapons and gear used by the character, James Reece. As I was reading through the book, I was taking note of the guns and gear used. Most of it was stuff I’ve either personally used or […]
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Duty gear evolved from Zero9 Holsters
Zero9 Holsters is a Cleveland, Ohio based custom Kydex manufacturing company. Zero9 Holsters offer kydex solutions that work for the law enforcement and concealed carry communities. Keeping up with the Times When I started working in law enforcement in 1993 I was issued basketweave leather gear. It worked but was heavy, maintenance required, and often […]
Tenicor Velo Appendix Inside the Waistband Holster
Tenicor – A Purposeful Design Tenicor thinks outside of the box with a purposeful design and attention to quality. If you need to conceal a pistol, big or small, turn to Tenicore’s VELO Appendix Inside the Waistband (AIWB) holster. VELO | ˈWEː.LOː| V. | LATIN means to Hide, Conceal, or Cover The design of the Tenicor VELO holster checks […]
DeSantis Gunhide | SL Raptor Holster: For your IWB and OWB needs
Having the right holster makes all the difference, and after trying a few, you realize there are many similarities and differences out there. Ever since I purchased my Glock 17, my first firearm, I have experimented with countless Kydex holsters from various manufacturers. When the opportunity came to try out another holster, this time courtesy […]
Law Enforcement review of the Bravo Concealment Light Bearing Holster
As a Law Enforcement Professional I have seen my fair share of holsters and with today’s web accessibility there are many companies out there trying to make a buck, dishing out poor quality products. That is not the case with Bravo Concealment. They are a quality company that make quality custom Kydex holsters at some […]
Galloway Precision appendix carry and compact holster review with the Sig Sauer P320
The Kydex holster market is fairly crowded and I am regularly searching for new features and better value in my holster options. Generally, the perfect holster comes down to personal preferences such as fit and flexibility, clips and mounting options, and possibly most importantly – cost. I have found that those carrying pistols with a […]
An interview with the man behind T.REX ARMS | Lucas Botkin
The Man Behind T.REX ARMS We took a moment to have some questions answered by the very busy Lucas of T.REX ARMS, a holster and accessory maker who is quickly becoming a favorite of conceal carriers and professionals around the USA. Lucas, thank you for taking the time to answer some questions for The Loadout […]
Concealed Carry – Female Perspective
Every individual must determine for themselves what best suits their concealed carry needs. But, women, in particular, have unique demands on their concealed carry gear that men do not due to the shape of the female figure as well as the impractical trends of ladies’ fashions. Often, one of the options that comes to mind […]
SOB Deep Concealment Kydex Holster
I was really stoked to get my hands on one of these holsters. There are many holster makers out there, but there are few that I trust, especially when it was designed by a former Special Operations dude. The SOB Deep Concealment holster is just that; Deep Concealment. The design is minimalistic, yet very functional. […]
Davis Tactical Kydex holsters
If you need an affordable Kydex holster there are a lot of options out there. I needed something that wasn’t going to cost an arm and I could get relatively quickly on short notice. After perusing eBay, viewing the various makes and styles offered, I landed on a holster produced by Davis Tactical. I ordered an inside the […]