Hey John, you didn't link in the descript. or put a banner in the video to direct folks to your video showing what makes a holder acceptable. You mentioned you would in this vid. Just letting yah know.

“Obviously we’d never wear 3 holsters” You underestimate my tacticool power

HAMMER DOWN John, weight loss is looking great

Your weightloss has inspired me to get off my butt, lose some weight, and take some real training classes. Thank you for what you do John!

Tactical shelf. Choked on my drink/10. This is a fantastic channel and you're a fantastic source of wisdom and thought on everything conceal carry sir. I recently sold my kimber raptor to my best friend and purchased a vp9sk, and I absolutely love it.

Here in Wisconsin it’s winter 9/12 months of the year so we CAN wear three guns because of all the winter weather gear 👍🔥🥃

im really skinny and the only way I can totally conceal a compact size gun is to appendix carry. so that's the only way I carry.

We Are Kicking you out of the " Fat Guy Club " 😅 keep on producing awesome content man I love what you do for our firearms industry 👍🏽👍🏽😎🇺🇸

I’ve carried for years but only transitioned to Appendix fairly recently. For me, it’s by far the most concealable form of carry and the most comfortable!

I don't think the choice of position matters nearly as much as practicing drawing and holstering in your chosen position. Any position is great if you can do it safely, consistently and comfortably. And that ONLY comes with practice. Thanks for the info as always, John!

As a dentist, it is very hard to sit and stand repeatedlycduring the day with AIWB. So I carry strongside on weekdays. Now, during the weekends, I'm AIWB all the way with KSG's Velox

I wanted so badly to be able to carry appendix. But my waist is so tiny compared to the rest of me, that it didn't matter that I had a claw on my holster, or anyting. It still printed no matter what I tried. So I ended up having to come up with a different solution. I love your videos. I have learned so much from you. Keep up the great work, sir!

Thanks, John! One VERY strong point I believe you could stress along with the ‘defend/secure’ point is the fact that you can effectively draw from concealment in virtually any position you might be in when someone gets the drop on you, along with the fact that if you need to comply (God forbid) you can lie on it and keep it from being discovered (from amateurs at least), much like that off-duty Brazilian officer you recently broke down for us. Keep up the awesome work!

“Enahnaced tactical shelf” lol

I agree. I'm older now. Moving my arm back to 3 or 4 o'clock really hurts my shoulders. And, turning my head to re- holster hurts my neck. Appendix is the answer for those problems. Thanks!

I’ve got a 1911 Commander and a 31 inch waist. I print in every conceivable carry position.

Yankee Marshal is going to go nuts with this video

It's a sign of the times when I don't remember what hugs at church are like lol

About 4 years ago I tried AIWB and I’ve never looked back. It’s quicker, easier to conceal, more comfortable, easier to retain, and safer. Thanks to AIWB I can conceal a full-size Beretta Elite LTT with a spare mag. 38 rounds of protection!

The day someone shows me a video of a gun firing all by its self with no trigger pull and no human manipulation is the day I will be afraid of appendix carry. Until then it will be something I always do.

I haven’t been watching the channel that much but dude you’re looking awesome. You’re killin it. Keep gettin smaller.

Good explaination! I think another aspect in the retention portion is that you can have two hands pushing down to secure if its a fight, much stronger position for retention if someone wants to play good touch bad touch.

Man I appreciate you videos and instruction ! I’ve learned SO MUCH from this channel ! Thank you .

I’m still on my weight loss journey, but I definitely Love the term tactical shelf.

Cool explanation on blading and grappling positioning. Good job of the shelf reduction as well. Another AIWB benefit is in vehicles or whenever seated, it's still right there and available. In a car it's much tougher to get the gun out if it's on your side.

I’ve been AIWB for at least 3 years now and it’s the only way I roll unless I got the war belt and all the kit...

For those of us still working on the chub, side carry is the only way I've found to do it comfortably (i.e., I'll actually wear it) and safely. Except that I can't, I'd love to carry appendix.

IWB/Appendix w/a striker fired weapon makes me nervous and it’s not something I’d ever do. That said I did carry my off-duty .38 that way for years. Good video John, nice to see another south paw shooter.

Very good points and things that I never considered. Not saying I am going away from my 4 o'clock position, but you have given me food for thought. Thanks.

Damn that Lucky 🍀 Gunner ad with the 1000rds of 9mm Tula for $149 sounds nice right about now. 👌

Another great video sir. Love your content cuz it's relevant, practical & informative. Keep'em coming! 👍

John I use with AIWB carry both my belt as well as suspenders so to greatly improve the comfort. For certain types of casual dress I use a single leather strap under the T shirt going up and veeing off to left & right shoulder, with a quick release snap clip for removing the holstered gun while going to the bathroom. With smaller guns, no belt needed.

I practice draw with a dummy gun in my Vedder appendix holster with a heavy duty belt clip. My live firearm goes into my holster in hand first then I slip it into the appendix position on my belt. At the end of the day I pull off The holster & gun as one. In the unlikely event of having to draw my gun I would simply use my left hand to get under the clip and pull the appendix position holster out and reinsert my firearm in hand then slip it back into the appendix position as one. I feel like that's the best way for me. Thanks for all the great info john.

Excellent Lesson, John! THANKS 👏😉👍

John, tactical shelf also known as “balcony over toy shop” 😁 Thx for your awesome content.. Bath UK.

Like many things, it boils down to individual preference, specific situation, firearm type& training.

I think John produced an informative, well-done piece on IWBAC. Thank you! For me, who has been CC since mid-80s, and as a right-handed shooter, OWB @ 3:00 with my current EDC, G43 in a DeSantis Mini-Scabbard (good retention), spare mag in Glock carrier on left side, has worked well. IWBAC (for me) is uncomfortable when seated. I’m a “senior,” a little chunky now but earlier in life when 5’10” and around 170 lbs, IWBAC still was uncomfortable.

Good video John. Been wearing my JM Custom Kydek appendix holster for my mp 2.0 compact last 10 months everyday. I love it. Almost to the point of buying a spare. Already have a spare 2.0 compact.

17:55 Reminded me of the Crocodile Dundee bar scene when meeting someone "new".

I am new to this world and just seeing the options that exist, I knew that this should be the safest way for obvious reasons. good job

Appendix works best for me. Tier 1 Concealed holster with a spare mag pouch on both rigs I use. Glock 19 and 43x.

Great instruction! Great points! Thanks John

I don’t disagree but as you have said you started 4 or 5 years ago would you say that as your comfort level goes up with handling fire arms that that contributes to comfort of appendix carry? I feel it’s best for a new shooter to get comfortable handling firearms and holstering them is best. I my self struggle with appendix carry and I’m not carrying much of a tactical shelf( love that terminology) it digs into me badly, I did cowboy re enactment for a good while years ago and some fast draw so strong side feels best for me and I can draw and holster with out looking for the most part depending on clothing I have on. Also being a lefty is hard to find holsters.

Appendix carry is by far the most concealable and comfortable for me. And now that I've switched from a Glock 19 to a CZ P07 it's even more comfortable.

Thanks for the details. I don't carry concealed yet, and since I usually have to wear a business suit often, I am leaning toward appendix carry as the best way to conceal the bulge. I am generally above average in fit, so i can wear at any position, but I think this is the least obvious place anybody would notice - with or without a suit jacket on. Your video has helped assuage certain lingering concerns, since I have not really gone into these details with any of my firearms instructors yet about this position. I just keep paying attention and collecting observations and insights from current users...

I love my sidekick or whatever it’s called from KSG armory. But I adjusted the cant to see how carrying behind the hip is. First thing I noticed was I couldn’t see the holster at all while trying to reholster

I have a tactical shelf. I carry appendix. I will disagree with you on one point: when I sit down, I know the pistol is pointed at my junk. It's not something I'm "afraid of" but it does stay in my thoughts at times. Call me naive in trusting my gun that much but the gun is only out of the holster when I'm training. Gun stays in the holster when I'm attaching or taking it off my belt.

John Corria, You have proven over and over again, that you know what youre talking about when it comes to safety, usefulness, and all of that. I Trust your advice COMPLETELY... I hope your viewers are on the same page too!!

Great video John with a lot of good information. Keep your weight loss journey going my friend, you’re looking great!

Good information. I was hoping that you would cover what to do when you sit down. Every time I have tried AIWB carry, I can’t sit without the gun stabbing me in the groin or the top of my leg. It may be the holsters I’ve tried, but it happens with all of them. I do have a tactical shelf, but not a large one. Do you have any tips for dealing with this?

I used to wear a tie at my job everyday with lots of client interaction. I wore a aiwb using a “smart carry” sling. It was/is fantastic. Tucked shirt, flat front, nothing noticeable to clients. For those that have to dress up, I think it’s the best concealed option. Now that I’m out of the tie, I carry iwb at 4 o’clock. I’ll revisit aiwb again and see which works best. Thanks John.

it's funny i started off last nov when i got my ccw ID with strong side carry. I did a ninja roll and the holster stabbed me so hard in the side i started bleeding lol. I never went back. Switched to AIWB on Day 5, and stuck with it. I love it, best method ever... unless of course your're wearing an midrop offset... that is just naturally the fastet safest and most comfortable if you're not going concealed imo. Thaks for this vid john I agree!

New shooters can be complacent since handling a firearm is not instinct. Accidents happen. I would never recommend having new people holstering a firearm toward their femoral artery. Not wise. An experienced person, who is well versed is ok. It’s also not comfortable. I think it’s very secure though.

I think it's the best too. But I can't get over the fact that it's always pointed at my wobbly bits. It's near impossible it would ever happen but if I had to get shot with my holstered firearm, I'd rather be shot in the butt check, than in my man hood and family jewels.

I used to rarely carry appendix bc of horror stories. I hurt my rotator cuff last summer, and yes, it was almost impossible to draw and holster strong side, so I started AIWB out of necessity. Once I finally found the right holster (KSG Sidekick with foam for me), appendix became my default. I only wear strongside now when I’m in the woods or fishing or doing something where concealed tactical readiness isn’t the priority.

I gave AIWB a try, and while I liked how well it concealed, I went back to 4 O'Clock. My biggest issue was not being able to draw while seated in a car with a seat belt on.

I sometimes carry like this, but not while driving, I think it could seriously injure you in a car crash, I was rear ended once on I-17, it was bad, and If I had been carrying appendix it would have smashed my organs very bad.

Meh... its not a safety concern for me. I am just fat. Strongside for me. (edit: I just caught the meaning of Tactical shelf lol ... when I look down it looks like Im peeing from my bellybutton)

Great points. I’ve carried for over 30 years and have tried several methods, and teach newer folks to try each and see what they think.

This is why I'm a patron member. Your Experience, your well researched information, well throughout, well presented. Lots of facts, only a little opinion. Entertaining :) I'm constantly learning from you John. Thank you! Troy. #

I’d prefer all new shooters to learn how to use an OWB holster before transitioning to any Iwb holster. Build good habits. Second, visually clearing your holster is all well and good until the lights are out.....use your thumb to clear the holster. Third edit: John, this video is kind of BS. You’re justifying good appendix technique by showing terrible strong side techniques. It’s a false dichotomy dude. There are good arguments to be made but you didn’t make them

John you’re the best, we all look to you to keep on our toes, and to “keep our toes” lol.

Appendix Carry using the Raven Vanguard 2 trigger guard on a string in combination with a Sticky holster is how I conceal carry. With the Vanguard 2 on a string, I already have this trigger guard on before my pistol goes in my IWB Sticky holster. Reholstering takes two hands and I am never in a hurry. This combo is very comfortable and makes me feel very safe.

Thank you. I realize this video is a year old now, but I just found it. Newbie shooter here, I've owned a handgun for only a few months, and I appendix carry because I have spine and shoulder mobility issues that prevent me from being able to draw from 4 and makes 3 difficult, and 2. After seeing all of the other videos about how bad appendix carry is, it's refreshing to see some that show that is is at least as safe as a hip carry, or at least can be if the user isn't an idiot.

Good video John. I agree with you, appendix carry works well for me. I carry a Springfield XD-9 (McRib version (-:) in a Vedder kydex holster as my carry gun. The trigger safety AND the grip safety provides a lot of confidence when properly drawing and especially, carefully, slowly, holstering your weapon.

Hi John. Thank you for these post you are making. I have recently decided to start carrying everyday and AIWB was always in my mind the way I wanted to go. Like you say finding the right holster is what I am still working on though. A negative that I have noticed and not seen anyone mention is this. When I get home my kids have always run up to me to get a hug from dad. Since I started carrying I noticed very quickly that my youngest daughter slammed her head right in that area, point #1 obviously dangerous but also #2 a bit sore on her little head. So that's a sacrifice I had to make and change the way I recieve her in this situation. When she gets taller that won't be so much of an issue but for now we'll I adapted a new way that will work till then. Thank you from Zambia 🇿🇲 Southern Africa

John, your show has helped me tremendously. I am 66 yo grandma about ready to take my first conceal carry class. I bought a Taurus G2C, because the 1957 Standard LR 22 I started learning on in August 2020 is a little too big for concealed carry on my particular body. My gun club safety range officers say I am very good at grouping shots (3-8 yard distances) where they need to be, with FBI type shooting too. My Taurus is just a few weeks old. It like it alot. I have bought a velcro gun belt for CC purpose. I like the thick belt better than the waist elastic type, because the holster comes off with the gun too often and too easily (with nothing for the hook to grab). I also have a paddle holster. My state has Constitutional carry, but I travel to see my son, grandson, and other family through several states on my path to Wisconsin from a south west direction. Illinois is the state I am most concerned with. I always have my safety on, sometimes, when I feel it is needed, I carry the gun with a round in the chamber. The Taurus has a loaded chamber (visual and/or tactile confirm) indicator on top which I appreciate. I always treat either of my guns as though it is loaded. I am concerned when I sit in my car where that bullet (in a possible neg discharge) would go if in my carry bag or in a holster worn. If it hits my hip bone or my transmission, or worse yet my gas tank or line, then my hip probably wouldn't be needed any more. What are your thoughts?

I do notice in the time I've been a concealed carrier. That I had to up my regular style t-shirts from a LG to XLG when I got my tier 1 Agis holster on and wearing a SOILD color design shirt. polo type and plaid button up types I can wear a LG still.

This was a great video for less skilled people like myself, so much useful information for both the actual carrying and how not to send yourself to the ER or take the ambient air temperature challenge.

Don’t know if others noticed but I really liked your hand position on the gun (with thumb on the back of the slide) when putting it back in the holster. Excellent technique. 👍👍

Well said John. Huge props for posting a video on appendix carry. I carry appendix and agree with everything you discussed. Thanks again and be safe! Randy

Great video, I gained a lot of useful info from you. I'm not going to any training classes, just getting it off these videos...

Plenty of good points but personally I have a strong preference for carrying in a shoulder holster. IWB always feels just slightly awkward for me and shoulder holster carry just conceals better under the light jacket I'm always wearing than OWB does. It's funny you mention getting hugs at church though because that's something that's never far from my mind on Sunday morning. The trick that I've found that works well is that I always carry my Bible in my hand on the side with the gun. When I get a little bit more confident in my hugging technique I might even up it to having the spare mags, but I'd have to be really sure I could always get my arm on the inside of the hug.

This channel is awesome. I don't even have my permit yet, but I feel like I am learning so much with your videos. Thanks!

Thanks for the insight John. I’m getting so much out of these videos and the main channel. Thanks for the great insights brother 💪🏻

Overloaded with common sense. Greatly thought out and very appreciated by a disabled CCW holder.

Q series minimalist holster at 4 I clock has been very excellent I'm a porter at a car dealership getting in and out of cars all day ....aiwb seems to jam my legs ....However I Believe as John said DO WHATS BEST FOR YOU..GREAT STUFF AS ALWAYS..

The only reason I don’t appendix carry is because my pistols have long slides and barrels, making it very uncomfortable when I sit down or bend over.

I know everyone is making a joke, but I do have 3 holsters, or more with me when I'm out and about. I use the one I need for what I'm doing. I'm 6 foot and 135 pounds and wear a suit in public. I use a shoulder holster for standing and walking, as that type of holster doesn't weigh down my trousers. I really prefer the shoulder holster all the time, but there are times when I want to remove my jacket in public (such as eating a meal in a restaurant) and in those instances I use an IWB. I can remove my jacket, and although my pistol is visible, it's not obnoxiously visible. Yes, I change holsters sometimes 3 times a day. It takes merely seconds and I have what I want for whatever I'm doing. Concealing is a dynamic thing, and I have found that no one concealment holster can do everything . Just a thought.

Thanks for the time and effort you expend on your channel. I've watched and enjoyed your content for years. Before today I was staunchly opposed to appendix carry (A C) because of the often stated "junk" objection. I never before considered that the wedge you showed could dispel my prejudice about A C. However, I'm a little open minded so I'm glad I watched all the way to the end and only wish you had included in this video a demonstration of you drawing while seated with the AC holster. Being able to easily and quickly draw while seated is a high priority for me. I'm likely to make a holster for A C soon just so I can gain that experience. The only problems I suspect are the fitment issue you mentioned and my "shelf." lol I make my own holsters for the last few years and have been carrying about 6 years. My most recent holster is cross draw. It's much easier to draw while seated and that's why I spent the time to design my own cross draw holster. When I first began seeing anyone on videos or movies carrying cross draw I was opposed mainly because it looked "dorky." lol. However after carrying cross draw for several months I've grown to appreciate how easy it is to draw while seated. No body gyrations at all are needed for drawing while seated and a standing draw is at least as easy as a draw from strong side. Cross draw holsters are absolutely no good for open carry because it presents the grip to any potential attackers. But for concealed carry I think it's tops (at least for the moment). My cross draw is extremely comfortable all day. It adds zero discomfort at all so I'm happy to carry that way. I wear my cross draw holster on a separate belt (about 1.5" wide and as stiff as I can find) right over my regular pant belt. It's easy to remove the belt / holster combo both at the same time and to put it back on quickly and conveniently. It conceales as easily as an OWB strong side holster. The belt loops are a little different than strong side holsters, but your holster maker will perfect the design change in no time. The belt loop afrangement also lends itself to obtaining the desired cant. I haven't even tried to make the cross draw in the belt style. I think it could be accomplished, butat the moment I see no advangage to that.

I like this suggestion. Exactly what I needed.

I ride various motorcycles. Strong Side is the only way for me. I also have to use a retention strap, but I'll live with it vs losing my gun on the highway.

Agreed. I teach AIWB as a primary option.

Always been Appendix carry since I got my CCL 10 years ago. Most comfortable and easy draw.

“Significant tactical shelf”? John you crack me up.

I think, especially with people new to concealed carry, comfort is a big deal. It's hard to get a grown man or woman to get used to doing something on a daily basis when there is a more comfortable alternative. Also, an uncomfortable setup will probably lead to the gun being carried less often. I'm fairly new myself, but that's just my opinion.

Excellent presentation. Even with 20 years of LE experience, I’m always learning.

Hi John - am watching several of your instructional videos as a refresher. I carry appendix, and believe that is the best draw from being seated (in a car).

watching this in 2020. Seeing a case of Tula for sale for 149 hurts so much when prices have quadrupled.

As a pastor do you give sermons? If love to come see you sometime. I always forget your a pastor. So cool, youre an inspiration to many. Keep it up

thank you John

Thanks John. I fortunately must be an advanced. And I can conceal carrying at 4oclock with a tight fitting T or shirt that shows my biceps😉.

Excellent video! Thanks John!

Most people who said appendix carry is uncomfortable are those who use an 3-4 o’clock holster type and just use it for appendix. Some won’t give it a month to get the feel of it. I work 10h-12h a day sitting and standing. I use both appendix and 3:30 carry. Depend on my cloth/mood that day. No matter what position you carry. It will feel uncomfortable during the first few weeks. You will learn how to adjust the holster, pant, or belt just a little bit and all the discomfort disappear. It’s going to be second nature on the small adjustment throughout the day if you carry long enough. As for blowing off your junk. Get yourself a good made holster with a hard trigger guard. Stop unholster and holstering your gun while it’s on you. Gun does not fire unless trigger is pulled. P.S I am a short 5ft4 Asian 200lb. I can carry both with shirt tuck and won’t print. You can do it with enough carrying time and dress around your gun. Give it time.

John, you are looking great! Keep up the regimen. Like the clarification concerning the holsters.

All good points, but almost all were about re-holstering. The concern for new or less experienced shooters is when they have to draw their gun in a life and death situation and get their trigger finger on their trigger prematurely, with a poor (fumbling?) draw. Recently, even that young, dancing FBI agent, put his finger on the trigger when simply picking his gun up off of the floor because he was nervous. I think a new shooter should be to the point where they demonstrate correct trigger finger position and all safe gun handling motions/rules constantly and naturally without a second thought. THEN, suggest going appendix and counsel proper technique and lots of dry fire practice.

Prosthetic was a great description of getting used to AIWB carry. I'm getting used to a PHLster Enigma right now. I've found my sweet spot is a little bit higher than a belt mounted AIWB holster would be worn with about half my holster sticking out of my pants. With the Enigma I don't have to dress around my holster as I don't need a belt so I can wear any kind of pants that I have already. No need for a stiff tactical belt to keep the gun from tipping out. I had to add a papoose, Mastermind Tactics pillow and a comfort belt and to it but it was well worth it for the comfort. I've showed it to exactly one person who immediately said, "so you're pointing your gun at your junk." Sigh....

Totally agree with everything you said. We appendix carry everyday and have since day one. Great stuff John.

Best video on the subject of appendix carry that I've seen. Thank you.

Very valid points my man. Appendix is my path!