POM pepper spray sounds like a perfect companion for those who work in offices who would otherwise not be able to carry.

I picked up the Philster Enigma based upon your recommendation and am truly blown away by the convenience of the entire setup. I jog through Garden of the Gods here in Colorado Springs nearly every morning and can't think of a better solution! Thanks for the excellent content, Tess!

Thx for the update Tessah. Reasonable explanation support your experience. Stay safe & carry on 🔫🇺🇸

I’ve been waiting for this update. Thanks

Thanks for a thoughtful discussion! Even though I'm a hardcore thumb safety guy, I was about to note that the safety on the P365 is easily removed, until you explained how you used it. Also, your comment about using pepper spray to keep dogs at a distance was good; unless they are in full attack mode, that 'puff' is enough to make them keep their distance.

I appreciate the use of hockey tape. I’ve bought a lot of it over the years

Re: Medical I usually use an AXL Medical organizer insert in my purse, though this solution is larger than the phlster pew kit and as a result takes up a majority of the main compartment, it does let me carry a decent amount more while also letting me be much more particular in the layout, it might be worth checking out!

Informative, interesting and well done... as usual! Great job!

Hockey tape is simply amazing. I have it over my Hogue Hand-all Jr. grip wrap and I also wrap my entire Vedder light tuck holster and over the wedge to hold it in place. It's a game-changer for me in comfort and securing the rig inside the belt from any unwanted movement. I've carried a folding knife daily for over 45 years and feel naked without one. I've tried carrying a fixed blade a few times but it was always too uncomfortable and much more awkward than a sub-compact pistol carried AIWB.

Thanks for the update. Good stuff.

Comment for the algorithm. I've been watching your channel for a few years and it's been interesting watching you refine your carry with what's important and comfortable.

You’re like the iJustine of 2a content. Great video

The Immediate Casualty Care IWB 2.0 has served me really well, and since it's not on my ankle I don't have to worry about always having long enough pants to cover a med kit. The IWB 2.0 is a 3 pouch design, but they also have 1 and 2 pouch carriers which could work like the discontinued Phlster kit

Thanks Tess. I am finally ready to start caring. Ordering an Enigma express this week. I will not carry a knife ever. I know people do and I will get slack from that but I would never use it. As for the medical gear you can sew a elastic band as a band or with velcro closer. If you do the velcro closer you can also sew a pocket on each side so when you open it you have your stuff separated on both sides without taking up much space.

I’m going to look at the enigma for a work out rig. Thanks Tessah!!!

I still carry my shield 2.0.im a pretty small dude, so the weight and how thin the pistol is just works for me. I was looking to upgrade a couple years ago. The 2,0 just fits my hand perfectly.

Dark angel makes really good medical kits. Especially their EDC kits.

So awesome !!!

Interesting EDC. I use my flashlight and knife so frequently that I never go without them unless flying requires packing the knife. I have Rovyvon lights on zipper pulls of multiple fleece and rain shells plus a pocket version and the 650 lumens, reversible clip and magnets make it super versatile. They only run around $25 so it is easy to have a couple on hand and not worry about losing one or not having one or more with a full charge. Super small too so no added weight or bulk. Pom pepper spray is also a must carry where possible with a 365X in an Enigma a lesser but consistent EDC item.

Great video, very informative! My current carry is a Fowler Industries Vanta 9 with SRO and X300 in a TXC Beacon AIWB holster with MBX 155mm extra mag. Surefire Stiletto, Spyderco Para 2 Tanto, and Pom OC spray. Live Agonic belt with ceramic razor, handcuff key, and kevlar twine inside.

For a knife - I do carry a tactical folding knife that’s serrated with a glass breaker and seat belt cutter, but the CRKT drop point knife is an awesome tiny fixed blade knife that can be carried concealed for minimal effort and could make the difference of retaining your gun or not during a struggle. I carry it on my belt on my off hand side hip so I can use my dominant hand to hold onto my gun in the appendix position and then my right hand to pokey poke up a rib cage if need be - but hopefully it’s never needed. I think for a woman, it could be extremely useful for if god forbid someone is ever on top of you and you cannot get to your gun, if your knife is at 7-9 o clock you could still potentially get to it.

A Benchmade knife is a must. I've sent mine in for sharpening twice now. Super easy, and it's nice to know I have it if I need it. Also an Atomic Bear Stealth pen. It looks pretty discreet and the clip is very strong and keeps my pocket flashlight in place now, which used to go swimming all over the top of my pocket with its looser clip.

+ to the G42!

Today I started using the leisure carry belt for my shorts and sweats and mannnn its exactly what I've been needing

Good job nice video

We have similar loadouts. I think that's cool.

Omg yes for the sdc for the 42

The Shivworks Clinch pick is my go to defensive knife. I don't carry it every day, but its nice to have it in addition to my POM pepper spray when I'm going somewhere that allows knives and OC spray but not firearms. It is especially convenient to carry in the Henry Holsters omni-sheath with an Ulticlip slim 2.2 that I put on "backwards" facing me so that I can still achieve the same recommended downward angle draw when when I'm not wearing a belt and can't using the pull the dot loop it comes with. I also recommend a Victorianox Classic SD for everyday knife purposes. It has a small blade, a pair of scissors, a flat-head screwdriver and file, and a toothpick and tweezers, and it takes up basically no room in a pocket or bag and could even fit inside most wallets or on a key chain.

What a well spoken young lady.

El Paso! My hometown! Dogs be wildin here in the 915! Respect to you Lil lady!

You could make that grip back strap wedge out of JBWeld clay if you’re a crafty kind of person. Form it to the grip over a thin barrier, after it drys, sand and grind in any desired texture or just paint to match the grip color and hokey tape it to the grip (keep a layer of tape between the wedge and grip)

So helpful, thank you for sharing Tess! 🫶🏼

Thanks for the update. I enjoy watching your videos. You've got a very real-world, down-to-earth, approachable demeanor that makes for easy watching. How well does that hockey tape work for you? Does it hold up well? On every polymer gun, except maybe the PDP, I always feel lacking in grip texture (looking at you PX4 Compact) and I've heard good things about hockey tape. My hands get so sweaty when I'm at the range, you'd think I was a human water spigot. That's loads of fun... On my metal-framed guns I go with the most aggressive G10 grips I can find and call it a day. Think cheese grater, in grip form. 🤣

Hi from El Paso 👋 great content as always

Primary carry is P365 AXG Legion in McKinatec universal holster for TLR-7 with EPS Carry 6 MOA. Today, I had on P229 in Tier1, MSP for TLR-1HL, with Holo SCS. I have a few pocket options for summer in TX, shorts/t-shirt days.

My setup is very similar. When I need deep concealment, I use my old but trusty Kahr PM9 without an optic, otherwise I use a P365 with a 407k; both have Talon Grip tape on the grips. I keep a POM spray, Flashlight, and Leatherman Wave in pouches on my hip, and I carry a WPS ankle Medical kit with a CAT tourniquet, gauze, mini Israeli Bandage and mini Hyfin Chest seals.

I carry a Roland Special style build on me and medical, water filtration, radio, and a few other things in my backpack.

I sometimes have to wear a suit for work, so I dump everything into my attache case. Other times, when I am out and about casually, I carry my ankle IFAk in my backpack (more comfortable), since I can lay it relative flat, on top of my soft backpack armor and laptop, I can still fit my G19 and spare mag/holster in there whenever I wear preppy pants that were not originally bought for cc. I don't dress around the gun, so oftentimes the dress code dictates how I carry. Of course, I can't wear my ankle IFAK in the summer without looking like a dork. (Same with a fanny pack!) I agree with you about leaving the flashlight at home most of the time, during daylight hours. However, since I usually have my backpack with me, I just throw it in there. I carry a karambit, but the clip is hard wear on the pocket, and wing that catches on the pants to open also places wear and tear on expensive pants that are less durable than denim. So, that too, oftentimes goes in my backpack or attache. More often than not, my backpack and laptop are always with me, so naturally anything that I can't wear goes in the backpack - especially in the summer. I know there are drawbacks to not carrying on person, but again the places I go into, dont make carry conceal easy, unless I am willing to spend money on an entire new wardrobe, which I'm not. Thankfully WFH and dress codes have loosened up, so these are not major issues. I am most comfortable when everything can be worn on my body, but that would usually be in the cooler seasons, when I have a sweatshirt and jeans on. My knife and flashlight go into my left pocket. (I'm trained in Kali, so the knife goes in the left hand while the stick goes in the right hand.). Low light for the same reason, as I am a right-handed shooter, but can shoot pretty well left handed too. I carry AIWB.(And yes, I carry a spare mag, in case there is more than 2 people to shoot, like a gang bang.) I have a pistol WML too, so the standalone tactical flashlight is more for blinding people, searching in the dark, and is also used as a striking tool. My right pocket holds my OC spray for rapid deployment. Lastly, I wear soft body armor when shopping or going to places that can turn into the next mass shooting even, especially crowded places, since my bulky sweatshirt obscure everything. Even when wearing everything, I still have my backpack and laptop with me. I still don't like wearing my ankle IFAk, since they still print with jeans. I don't have thick stocky legs, so the cuffs of my jeans don't look like bell bottoms, so the IFAk prints, even when spreading the gear out on both ankles. But the options is there for extra IFAKs, especially if I am traveling with family and don't have enough room in my backpack. If I get shot in public, it will likely be with my backpack on still, so I am not worried about getting separated from it in a suburban environment. It's humorously what some friends used to cal my "murse". I'm usually pretty aware of shady situations, so I can always pull aside and make things ready out of my backpack or attache. I have enough non-lethal tools on me (in addition to decades of martial arts) that I can fight my way to my gun, if I had to. I'm still working on shrinking my gun to a G43X, so right now, the G19 is still bulky enough that I can only wear it with a sweatshirt, but it is an improvement over concealing my G17. Thanks for all of your concealment videos. They are very helpful for concealing what I have without changing my wardrobe, even though I use my carry-on bags quite often, when I can't wear all of my gear in public. They are also helpful in checking out if other people are carrying too. A little humor helps, so I appreciate the injection of that in. your videos too! .

Good video. For those who do not yet carry a knife may I suggest the Spyderco Clipitool - small, lightweight, and comes in different configs like blade + scissors, etc.

Snakestaff Systems Everyday Tourniquet along with small sealed combat gauze wrapped with gloves. Attached to my standard enigma and in small sport belt.

Look at the Milwaukee Fastback utility knife. It’s what I’m carrying now & it has several features that come in handy in a pinch. Very flat, but comes with a screwdriver tip, both kinds, bottle opener, etc. I have the razor/box cutter type, but they make a regular knife blade as well.

Just got my xiphos elite from tier 1 and will get a shield plus soon. This will be my first edc set up so I’ll see how it evolves over time

Try a small multi tool like the Gerber Dime or Leatherman Squirt. Shouldn’t take up much space at all and adds a lot of capability. I use the scissors often on mine

Small Ka-bar fixed knife, handkerchief, rats turner kit, trayvax wallet,in one pouch a flashlight, space pen, lighter, chapstick and one double a battery. For my edc Springfield Hellcat and just sent my bro who is a ffl to order my Springfield Hellcat Pro coming soon. Now I’ll for now on will carry only the Hellcat and Hellcat Pro as my edc’s for now on.

I have back issues and find the Hunter Constantine belt helps. Actually suspenders help about as much.

A letherman skeletool or squirt might be small a small enough multi-tool with a knife that you wouldn’t need to change your purse

I am 5’11” and 130lbs. I wear a 29x32 pant and have a really hard time concealing any weapon other than a .380 or micro 9. They had horrible carry capacity. I got a p365XL and a p365X-Macro comp. I absolutely love both guns. I am leaning towards picking up an enigma. Your videos are very helpful and you earned a new subscriber. Thanks!

Pepper spray is a good stop gap between harsh words and flying lead.

I’m not sure how small your purse is, but I carry a leatherman skeletool on me. It’s about the same size as the OC spray, but I has a knife, pliers/wire cutters, Phillips/flathead screw driver, and a bottle opener.

Even though I’m not tiny, lol. I can’t help but love my Glock 42. I’ve upgraded to Novak big dot night sights, Talon rubber grips, Pearce +1 magazine base plate, and MAGGUTS +1 magazine spring (for 8+1 capacity). It almost disappears in an Alabama holster pocket holster.

LTC EDC Pocket trauma kit is really good, I carry mine every day!

I always carry a knife 3 inch or less blade for cutting open packages. I carry an Olight S1R Baton II. I carry a small misc tool that has sissors, tweezers, small blade knife with small screw driver that I use to adjust my red dot sights or what ever? I carry a small cannister with ear plugs just encase I'm some where to practice with my carry gun. Usually my main carry gun is a Sig 365X with a Holosun 407K green dot with maggut springs in 12 rd mag to make capacity 14 rds. I carry a 17 round back up mag also. I carry a front pocket small billfold with only bare necessities. I carry a small lighter for what if ? I carry a small metal ball point pen also. The pen, lighter and small misc. tool is carried in a small pocket pouch. My keys are carried in a Key Smart with a Nitecore light attached. I carry gun in kydex inside the waist holster I made and an outside paddle holster in cold weather months. I just give you a thumbs up and subscribed. Good video.

For utility I have a Leatherman Style PS which is 3in long, weighs 1.6oz, and gives me the little set of pliers and scissors I wanted in keychain size, along with a Klarus Mi2 light for administrative tasks

Been looking for an SCD for my G42 forever... hopefully LTT begins supporting it.

Check out the o-light baton 3. It’s a fantastic light, very small, and on the low power mode it lasts for one month turned on. You can order it with a charging case to keep it charged on backpacking trips, etc.

I carry a PDP compact with TLR7A. Sometimes I carry an extra mag in a sidecar-style holster, and sometimes just the gun. I always carry POM pepper spray. I tell people they’re probably much more likely to need pepper spray than a gun, so it’s nice to have a less lethal option that will save you a lot of hassle versus having to discharge a firearm. I’ve had to spray a dog before when it chased me when I was jogging. That’s basically it. I carry a small flashlight only when I go out at night. I don’t care to carry knives and things because I’m a minimalist and I don’t need them very often. The only time I change up my carry method is when I use a fanny pack when I’m going on walks in my neighborhood or driving to the gym. I like the ability to take off my fanny pack in the gym parking lot and slip it into my gym bag rather than leaving a gun in my car.

Nice update! I really do want an enigma. One day... I will say, I use baby items. My favorite EDC knife is a Spyderco Dragonfly, but I do also like the Ontario Rat II and the Kershaw Cryo. The rat ii would have the smallest footprint of those three, so it might work best for you if you wanted to try out a small EDC knife. For a flashlight, I'm basic and use a microstream. But it's something haha Do you think the enigma or something similar would ever accommodate an lcp or something that small? I guess maybe the standard might? Thanks for the video!

I am still fine tuning my edc. I really like my shadow systems CR920P paired with the crossbreed iwb holster. Want to put the new Burris Fastfire C on it. Still have the Kore belt which feels like a hula-hoop but will switch to the agonic style stretch belt soon. No medical yet but I've heard good things about the LTCreed pocket IFAK.

Philster only works for me with sports attire !! I stick to regular holsters when I have jeans and stuff that you can use belts with

I recently came across this gun instructor; Hunter Constantine. He make this EDC belt called: the Constantine Carry Belt and it looks Awesome. Looks fantastic for the Texas heat while wearing gym shorts and casual dress. Just thought you might be interested !!

My Medic makes excellent first aid kits.

I didn't realize the enigma express had a smaller size footprint. Good to know

Nice

A lot of people get really excited about EDC knives, but at the end of the day, most of us are primarily cutting cardboard, paper, tape, and glue. I keep a good fixed-blade in my truck, my workspace, and several around my house and shop, but on a day-to-day basis, I just have an el-cheapo folding utility knife with disposable blades. I do carry a Clinch Pick as a space-making tool, but I also do a ton of jiu-jitsu and can easily incorporate it into training, and I haven't ever felt uncomfortable if I forget it. More people need to consider OC spray, and I think men in particular are behind the curve on this one. In addition to your "deterrence trail" to discourage stray dogs, OC spray is a good way to warn off some fifteen-year-old wannabe that definitely needs a lesson in manners but doesn't deserve a bullet, and it's a great tool to respond to an attempted carjacking or close-quarters multi-person assault. It's also much less regulated against. It's not just for girls. I will, however, disagree on the flashlight. I would actively give up other pieces of my EDC to preserve my flashlight, because it's so damn useful.

I carry a trauma kit from my medic and I'm looking to change my every day carry to a Glock 43X

Glad to see you keep going back to the Glock 42? Have you found reliable higher capacity magazines for the 42 that carry 8 or more rounds?

wish they had those holsters for a Shield 380 EZ my SO has that gun and wants to carry but has issues with the fact she has EDS and feed tube. LOve you videos. And don't think they will come out with a HCP holster lol

Hey! Loving your videos lately. You sometimes wear an orange top to the range (with a gaiter-neck and hood). Can you provide any info on the brand?

Hi Tessah, I never liked the kydex on my skin. You don't have a papoose on your two rigs. I have been having issues with joints lately so I don't have my rig set up. I gained weight and my firearm sticks way out.😂 Even with wedges. Not the issue here. I was wondering if you have heard of clinger hilsters? They have a cushion for your holster that is attached by Velcro. The cushion is neoprene and can be thrown in the washer dishwasher and dried and stuck back on. I hope to get back up and getting into the enigma again. Love your channel.

A Victorinox Classic SD or a Rambler knife would suit you perfectly IMO. Really small, wont need to make any changes to you purse/carry option; has small blade, small scissors, small file, flat and phillips (rambler only) screwdriver, tweezers and even a toothpick! All in a REALLY small configuration no bigger than your pinky! Let me know if my comment made you consider it! Would be cool to know! - Thanks for your vids!

What type of clip and lanyard/o-ring do you have your Modlite? Thanks for the awesome content!

Have you tried out the S&W Shield Plus 3.1 in barrel? Its just a hair larger than the G42, but carries 9mm with a 13+1. Also can have thumb safety and optics ready.

I know I’m a dude so it isn’t quite the same but I carry a Sig p365 with the Magguts spring & follower for 12+1 in a Kusiak leather holster, an Olight Warrior Nano, a CRKT Drifter pocket knife, some Listerine tabs for the breath and some vanilla Burts Bees lip balm. I also have a super minimalist wallet. It is the Finnegan by Lost Dutchman Leather. I usually keep a Snakestaff Systems EDC TQ in my laptop bag but I really should keep some kind of trauma medical kit as well.

when I am running/ walking my dog, I carry both oc and a pet corrector for dogs. Pet corrector is basically canned air and my first choice since I don't want to spray my dog on accident.

Guerilla Tactical makes a small med kit that works well.

I just purchased the ltt striker control device for my 43x from boresight solutions. It says they’re in stock 🤞

Great video! Who makes the clip and ring for the Modlight?

I love the idea of a striker Control Device for the P365, I'm just paranoid that with my XL hands I would engage the safety while building my support hand grip, and block it from being disengaged by my thumb

I currently carry a Snakestaff pocket IFAK in my sling bag for my compact size. In my backpack and car I have a larger one since I have the room. I’d be interested in seeing what your thoughts on their IFAK is. Very slim

The Wilson Combat grip is 1/4 the price and still fits in all holsters.

You might have a video about this already but I just got my carry license and I was wondering if you could do a video about how you carry with gym clothes and like dresses and such

What is the ring/loop attached to your flashlight? I’ve been searching for an alternative to a lanyard and your option looks promising. Thank you for sharing!

Have you tried the leatherman k4? It’s a decent knife and a great collection of small tools

If you want the utility of a knife, but don’t want to change any of your equipment, consider a Gerber EAB.

Nice setup what is the ring on your flashlight. I’ve been looking for a grip ring for my Olight warrior x 4.

Have you looked at the x macro? would love to see your take on it!

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Just subbed. With over 5k rounds through your p365 and the time spent carrying it, has the manual safety ever been problematic? Been turned on inadvertently while holstered through rubbing/body motion? Been left on inadvertently after holstered after simply forgetting to turn it off? Been turned on inadvertently when drawing and firing rapidly under stress?

Love it. Can you do another video about the position that you carry in? I know that it’s different for everyone, but are there ever situations where you need to deep conceal below the waistline? Do You ever have to switch up the position based on if you are going for a long drive, going for a jog, etc.?

Who do you recommend for carry insurance?

Why do you choose to use the 507k over the EPS Carry? 😊

Have you tried the Wilson combat grip module? I wonder how that would compare to the foresight solutions one you are using. They fit normal holsters as well.

First off, glad to see a gal exercising her 2nd amendment rights. 👍🏻 Second your explanation of gear is very informative! Great looking gear👍🏻

I hear that you can shave down the G43 SCD to fit the G42. I’d much rather have a perfect fit from the factory though. Time to email Langdon

@tessahbooth I got a sad response from LT: "We do not have a striker control device available that is compatible with the G42. We do not currently have any plans to produce one in the near future." :(

2 if my favorite KZfaqrs moved out of Georgia :( How am I supposed to buy them beers?

Hi! Thank you for your informative videos! Can you please clarify... is your P365 a 9mm or .380?

What kind of pocket clip is that on your light?

Does anyone know what the clip on the modlite is? Thanks

Hi, is there any way to get a POM spray in Europe ? I can’t find a reseller. 😢

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