When it comes to your EDC pistol, you have several options for carrying. The Firearms world is awash with firmly held opinions about which one is best. I’m a firm believer that there is no one truly best way, but rather the best way for you. With that being said, I think it’s time to look at the pros and cons of EDC pistol carry.
EDC Carry Positions – What Fits You Best
The first method we will look at is the 6:00 to 9:00 position, which refers to your holster being on or just in front of your hip. The pros of this carry are that it is easy to access your pistol and relatively easy to conceal. The downside is that it takes slightly longer to access your pistol from this position than from others. Many people carry this way simply because it’s very comfortable. It is easy to carry a handgun in this position for long periods, both standing and in a vehicle.
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Our next care position is the appendix. This position has gained significant popularity over the last several years. This position is a gun set in the center line of your body, in line with your navel, and the barrel pointed down. The pros of this position are that it is extremely fast to access your weapon. The cons are that it can be uncomfortable to sit for long periods.
Appendix
Additionally, there’s some general concern about the muzzle of your pistol being pointed at your private parts. While this concern does hold some valid points, being diligent about your farm safety eliminates them.
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Next up, we’ll talk about the small-of-the-back carry. This is when the gun is holstered in line or nearly in line with your spine. Once again, the muzzle is pointed down. The benefits of this carry are that it is very easy to conceal. This is especially true with smaller guns. The downside of the position is twofold: first, it is slow to access a gun in this position. The further consideration is that it is problematic if you ever end up on your back. In short, if you’re lying on your handgun, it’s very difficult to access it.
Shoulder Holster
Shoulder holster carry is our next contender. Carrying a handgun in this fashion requires a special rig that sits around your shoulders. In most cases, they’re going to sit on the weak side of your body. The most common orientation of the pistol in this carry is with the muzzle down. However, there are some styles where the pistol is parallel to the ground. The benefit of this carry style is comfort. Carrying a pistol in a well-made shoulder rig is a very comfortable experience. The downside of this style is the difficulty of accessing your gun. With a gun oriented on your support side, you’re forced to do a cross-draw. An additional concern is that, without proper training, you run the risk of muzzling innocent people around you.
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EDC Carry Positions
There are, of course, many other ways to carry a handgun. Fanny packs, purses, and even chest rigs are available. In the end, it is important that you find a carry method that works for you. While comfort is a significant concern, your primary focus should be on ease of access. If you haven’t found your perfect carry position yet, give these a try and find which one works best for you.
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