A lot of people are curious about how to use shoulder holsters, as they've either never used them before or haven't quite gotten the hang of them. Alien Gear Holsters is here to give you the 411 on our shoulder rig, as we happen to make one of the most comfortable and easily the most adjustable, customizable shoulder holsters on the market.
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There are a few attributes, a few things that you need to look for in a good shoulder holster for concealed carry.
It needs to be movable, meaning that it articulates with you as you move around. This is key for comfort, as it needs to stretch, flex and otherwise move as you do as a shoulder holster doesn't just clamp to your side like a belt holster. Otherwise it will pinch, chafe and otherwise make things unpleasant.
You want to look for good materials as well. A leather shoulder holster is preferred, as a leather is well-suited to the use. It's soft enough to be worn for long periods, but durable enough to stand up to years of use. That said, a leather shoulder holster should be made of quality leather, as poor quality hide will show itself quickly as being inferior. Some padding material for the shoulder straps is also a desired design tough.
Unless you want to spend the requisite amount on a tailored model, you need to make sure your shoulder holster is adjustable. Individual proportions vary by person and there is no such thing as "one size fits all" with a shoulder holster. You need to be able to adjust strap length in order to get the right fit. Being able to adjust cant angle and ride height is also a must.
Make sure that you select a shoulder holster that has adequate retention for your make and model firearm. It's best if you select a model that is custom-molded for your make and model pistol specifically. This ensures proper retention of the pistol while carrying. Having an active retention device, such as a thumb break, is a good idea as well.
It's also a good idea to make sure you've purchased a quality product from a known reputable manufacturer, with the opportunity to return the holster if you find that shoulder carry just isn't quite for you. Alien Gear Holsters makes the ShapeShift Shoulder Holster entirely in the USA, and backs it with the Iron-Clad Guarantee, which includes a 30 Day Test Drive trial period and Forever Warranty, covering the lifetime of the holster.
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