Falco Naked Concealment: When Should You Have Accessories?

Welcome back to another Falco Holsters rundown. If you happened to miss the last article about Carbon Fiber holsters, be sure to click the link here. For this edition, I really wanted to look at the various ways to carry when you can't use traditional carry methods. In certain situations, you may not always be able to carry an IWB holster on a belt. Sometimes you may have to have sweatpants or clothing with a drawstring. It's one of the toughest ways to figure out how to carry, but a belly band is certainly one way to carry a concealed handgun without having to be unarmed while doing various physical activities. Let's take a closer look at when you should have accessories.

When I hit the gym or have a pair of workout shorts on, I will typically choose a belly band style holster for consistency, even when I have clothes on that I can't necessarily carry a gun like I typically would. The idea behind carrying with a belly band is to carry a handgun that remains as stock as possible. With holster advancements, we can now carry with smaller weapon lights as well as a red dot, but is this configuration as comfortable as a stock handgun? The difference between stock carry guns and a carry gun with accessories with a traditional inside the waistband holster (IWB) is drastic due to overall size, but how different is it with a belly band? That's the question I plan on answering today.

When To Run Your Guns Fully Stock

When it comes to carrying with a belly band, the term less is more really does apply. The less weight and mass on the handgun, the easier it'll be to carry for a longer period of time. There are certain situations where you want to carry the bare minimum just so you can be armed, and there are certainly situations where I want a gun to be easily concealed but still allow me to have a decent amount of capacity. For these situations, I will typically carry a bone stock Glock 48 with the Falco Holster Belly Band B105 to keep things lightweight and simple.

If I'm hitting the gym and plan on running but can't have a belt to carry an IWB style holster, this is a great alternative that allows you to comfortably carry inside the waistband on your hip without worrying about the gun shifting or tilting out of position. The beauty of belly bands is the fact that they are a self-contained system, allowing you to carry your regular carry gun without relying on a belt or IWB holster. The Velcro attachment points are rigid with a secure lock-up and the band is made of breathable, firm, yet still very elastic and comfortable nylon. The Kydex

holster is attached to the band via Kydex mounts sewn to the nylon band. These bands allow a balance of breathable material and the Kydex reinforcement to allow for a rigid lockup where the band cannot fold or sag in any way. This is different from other models I’ve tried on the market because it's breathable but one of the most rigid designs that doesn't sag or become floppy as the day goes on. Stand out feature is the presence of multiple pockets along the band that offer generous space for your spare magazines, wallet, keys, or even phone.

Perfect Situations For Accessories

When it comes to accessories, it can be tricky to find the perfect holster since most off-the-shelf holsters don't accommodate a wide variety of lights and red dots. I’ve been testing out the Falco Holsters B116 holster for a Glock 48 MOS with a Streamlight TLR7 light as well as a Trijicon RMRcc, because it is designed to be worn in the appendix position and can be custom-made for

over 2400 handguns and over 100 lights. While I have options for when I go to the gym versus when I go out for a walk in the evening or nighttime, I fully understand that not everyone has as many options to carry concealed. For my younger readers, I understand the fashion trends have changed from traditional jeans and belts to sweat pants with drawstrings. This setup makes it almost impossible to carry a handgun with a traditional inside the waistband holster.

Having a custom Kydex holster attached to a belly band allows another option to effectively carry a handgun without changing configurations or using cheap universal holsters made out of cloth. For younger carriers who want to dress trendy without sacrificing being able to carry a firearm, having a belly band can be a real benefit to have a secure way to conceal your carry gun while keeping your clothing choices the same. It allows you to carry a gun without making significant changes to your daily life or wardrobe.

I have plenty of options to carry and having a bone stock handgun to carry while I work out really allows me to do what I want while being capable of defending myself. Having a holster gun combo you can carry no matter what you have on really opens up a world of options, whether you need accessories or not. If you are someone who is struggling to find a way to comfortably carry but doesn't use clothing with traditional belt looks, I think a belly band option is one of the best options for you.

There's nothing wrong with being comfortable with your carry style, but it's never a bad idea to think outside the box to carry in different ways so you're not only armed in tricky situations but also comfortable. Let me know what your thoughts are on belly band holsters down in the comments below. If you have a question about belly bands or firearms in general, feel free to shoot me a message on Instagram @fridgeoperator. Stay safe out there and we will see you in the next one.