Concealed Handgun Holsters

The word “cowboy” evokes a series of indelible images: the wide-brimmed hat, the pointed boots with spurs, the sidearms and gleaming belt buckle. But how much of that cowboy mystique has any basis in reality? Could it be that some of the details were embellished later, after the Wild West was relegated to history books? It comes as a shock to some that the cowboy belt buckle did not come into fashion until the early Western movies of the 20th century.

Ranger belts are more a matter or practicality and aesthetics than authenticity. Although these accessories enjoy an astounding level of popularity among modern-day cowboys, they would have been an unknown commodity in the Old West. Wranglers and outlaws stuck to suspenders and more simplistic forms of belt. Some credit the Mexican cowboys for being first to introduce the silver-accented belts that would go on to inspire ranger belts.

An effective holster should offer two things above all other considerations: security and easy access to your firearm. When shopping around for a new holster, it’s important to pay close attention to a number of key factors. For instance, does your gun fit snugly, or is it loose and uncomfortable? Can you wear the holster without straps?

Once you’ve made sure a pocket holster is the right size for your gun, try recreating the holstering process. The holster should stay open after the gun is drawn, allowing for quick and easy reholstering. Additionally, check your belt loops to make sure that the holster corresponds well enough to be worn effectively. The last thing you want is to lose your holster – gun and all – because of an awkward attachment to your belt.