AIWB (Appendix Carry)

[4gallonbucket]

I've spent a year with the Ox Creek Tactical belt and it hits the sweet spot for flexibility. The buckle is killer, I can wear it at 12:00 and undo things super easy.

Disclaimer: They sent me a few over a year ago for review. The only one I like is their nylon. The Biothane works but I'm just not a fan of fake leather and it slips a smidge. I did arrange for a discount code though. "darkstargear" saves 15% on their site. They've got favorable margins for resale but it's easier to let folks save some money and keep a middle man outta the picture.

So I only see “super stiff” (nylon) and “semi flex” (biothane) on the website. Is it the “super stiff” model that has the perfect amount of flex?


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[orionz06]

Yup, I'm working on having him change the description.

https://oxcreektactical.com/products...=7536031662110

[Larry T]

I wore g-hook belts for years prior without issue. The belt will have enough tension that's too much to overcome just standing around let alone actually doing anything.

The belt I suggested is a giant hook and even more secure.

Do you have an idea how it compares to the Volund G-Hook? I see some differences but have never used one. I'm in the market for a new belt and have considered a KlikBelt for the ability to off / on with a single buckle but the main complaint I see is that the belt loosens unless you add the velcro option with then makes it no different than a Blue Alpha Gear or any belt with a Cobra buckle.

I'm also considering the Graith Specialist. I've been using a Wilderness Frequent Flyer but want to move away from those round buckles.

[orionz06]

It's about the same. Thinner by a smidge. Maybe a little more flexible, but the Atlas was thicker and that's throwing me a bit.

[03RN]

Good Morning all,

Looking for help/suggestions for AIWB Comfort. I currently have a JMCK Wing claw 2.5 holster with the pull the dot loops. I cannot for the life of me find a comfortable spot. It consistently digs into my groin area like a constant poke. I have tried the foam wedge, and foam pad, no avail. I recently swapped the pull the dot loops for the split loop, with no avail. I have moved the holster around the area to try and find a comfortable spot. Any help would be appreciated.
5'8" 170 lbs runners build
Glock 19
Ares Gear belt
Thanks
Steve

Can you post a pic?

I'll be honest. Double stack guns are much less comfortable that single stack guns or revolvers.

Your belt might be to low. I don't mind stiff belts but you sound pretty lean.

[11B10]

Steve, FWIW, I've been carrying AIWB exclusively since I began EDC carrying a little over 8 years ago. I've used a variety of holsters and firearms and several different belts. I now use a Hank's Gunner model belt for work, a Hank's Black Out for dress up, and a Wilderness Instructor's for everything else. The one thing the holsters all had in common was some type of pad on the muzzle end. I'm currently using a JMCK "standard" holster using DCC clips, both of which have been the best for me. It doesn't have a wing claw, but does have, believe it or not, a Dr. Scholl's insole cushion Super Glued to the muzzle end. I learned about this from a thread here. When I'm working (Hank's Gunner belt) I'm sitting (driving) for a minimum of 8 hours every day and have absolutely no discomfort with this combination. My body type is 6' tall, 195 lbs., 34" waist, and I can say that at age 70+, and because I've always worked very hard at being a gym rat ("I pick things up, I put them down"), I have very little body fat.

[RoyGBiv]

5'8" 170 lbs runners build
Glock 19
Ares Gear belt
Thanks
Steve

Im about the same height with a few more pounds (weight-lifter build). I was surprised at how far down the wedge wanted to be for comfort. I carry a G19 in the same holster all day long without issues.

[CSW]

Did you try turning the wedge sideways?

That works best for me.

[Tensaw]

To continue with the theme of trying out various pads, what works great for me is a chunk off a kneeling pad for gardening - fairly dense closed cell foam. Works great. Just did a three day road trip with a G34 length JMCK 2.0 holster with this pad. 28 hours in the car, no prob. The wedge that came with the JMCK made that same holster uncomfortable for even a little while.

[Steve m]

I found my old wilderness tactical belt, less stiff than the ares gear, im going to experiment with that and other pad types. Frustrating as i think AIWB is great for concealment but that is loss on me if I'm constantly shifting my holster.