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Why More Gun Owners Are Carrying J-Frames IWB—and What Holster to Choose

By Jacob Paulsen / June 16, 2025

Discover why more gun owners are choosing to carry Smith & Wesson J-Frame revolvers inside the waistband (IWB) and explore top holster options—especially the highly adaptable KSG Saratoga.

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3 Reasons I Prefer a Full Kydex Over a Hybrid Holster

By Matthew Maruster / October 20, 2022

People have a wide range of holster choices for their every day carry (EDC) concealed handgun. Over the years, I have used holsters of various styles and materials. In the…

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Phlster Enigma : Revolutionize EDC [Review & Video]

By Matthew Maruster / September 30, 2021

I have been using the Phlster Enigma every day for around 4 months now. I have been pleasantly surprised by how it solves many common barriers to carrying a handgun…

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Trouble Concealing Your EDC With a Sidecar Holster?

By Matthew Maruster / July 12, 2021

Some time ago, I ditched one-piece, Kydex “sidecar” style holsters. Sidecar style holsters have an integrated magazine pouch design. I came to this decision not because they are unsafe but…

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Phlster Pro Series Holster Review, The Best Yet?

By Matthew Maruster / October 27, 2020

In this Phlster Pro Series Holster review, I want to address the following question. Is this the best concealed carry holster you can buy? The simple answer is, maybe. Background…

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Hidden Hybrid Holsters Review [Video]

By Matthew Maruster / October 6, 2020

The fasteners and stitching are impressive and the holster feels durable and well made. Very comfortable and the fact that the 2-clip version can be worn inside or outside the waistband gives it great versatility

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[VIDEO] Concealment Solutions Cobra Holster Review

By Matthew Maruster / June 9, 2020

I usually like to carry my guns inside the waistband (IWB) because of the way I’m built. And, my main position for carrying is actually appendix inside the waistband (which…

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On Your Six Designs Holster Review [Video]

By Matthew Maruster / May 11, 2020

The fellas at On Your Six Designs produce a high quality, very affordable kydex IWB holster. They have a wide selection of firearm models and offer a lifetime warranty. The shipping is super fast and customer service could not be any better.

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Crossbreed Modular Belly Band Holster [VIDEO REVIEW]

By Matthew Maruster / April 3, 2020

Crossbreed has been around awhile and has a great reputation. Now they have introduced a new bellyband product that still incorporates kydex. Sound interesting? We thought so too and we prepared this video to show you how it works.

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Concealment Express Holster [VIDEO REVIEW]

By Matthew Maruster / November 22, 2019

Specializes in producing great kydex IWB holsters and getting them to you fast! They don’t have as large a selection of guns as some other companies, but they have all the major players covered (Beretta, Glock, H&K, Kahr, Ruger, Sig Sauer, Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Taurus, and Walther).

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4 Reasons to Buy a Quality Holster: Featuring L.A.G. Tactical

By Brian McLaughlin / June 20, 2019

There are thousands of holster companies producing a steady stream of Kydex holsters with varying degrees of success. Companies ranging from small garage operations to large corporations flood the market…

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1791 Gunleather Ventures Into Kydex Holsters

By Joshua Gillem / January 15, 2019

Our good friends over at 1791 Gunleather, traditionally a leather gun holster maker, has recently made the announcement that they’re going into the polymer market. Specifically, “Tactical Kydex.” 1791 clearly…

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Clinger Holsters Review [VIDEO]

By Matthew Maruster / December 27, 2018

They make the holster in the USA and offer a lifetime warranty on the holster which is super nice. Great customer service from Clinger Holsters, and an easy to navigate web page.

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Blackpoint Tactical DualPoint Holster Review [VIDEO]

By Matthew Maruster / September 6, 2018

What would drive me to do a holster review, after I have done like 30 in the past? Well, this holster rocks. That’s why. The DualPoint holster is a hard-sided, Kydex holster…

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HolsterCO Kydex Quick Ship Stealth Holster Review [Video]

By Matthew Maruster / June 26, 2018

In the realm of Kydex holsters, there really isn’t much that hasn’t been done. So, they usually fall into a couple categories. Your basic Kydex holster that isn’t cut well, has unrefined edges,…

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