Welcome to the Alien Gear Holsters Concealed Carry Blog! Although we specialize in concealed carry holsters, we cover many other CCW topics here. Our gun writers discuss every facet of concealed carry best practices other gun tips! Whether you’re new or experienced carrier, you’ll be sure to find our gun blog helpful and informative. Check out any of our articles and remember to like, share, and comment!
Can 18 to 20 Year Olds Concealed Carry?
For the most part, concealed carry is relatively easy to do from a legal perspective but there are a few snags - one of which is an age barrier. For the most part, a person has to be 21 years of age in order to concealed carry.
Sig P320 vs. Sig P226: Which Should You Get?
Both the Sig P320 and Sig P226 are strong contenders for a Sig 9mm, but how do they stack up against each other? Alien Gear Holsters stacks up two of the most popular firearms for concealed carry side-by-side so you can make the most informed decision.
In recent years, a growing number of people have resorted to a concealed carry method called appendix carry.
Ever hear of something called a press check and wonder just what it is? It's a simple technique for checking whether a firearm is loaded, in case you don't trust or don't have a loaded chamber indicator on your pistol.
Open Carry States: Where Can I Open Carry?
Open carry of handguns - to distinguish it from open carry of ANY firearm - is currently permitted in 45 states, with limitations, depending on the state.
The M&P Shield vs. M&P Shield M2.0, Which Should You Get?
Since S&W launced their M&P Shield M2.0, some have begun to wonder if the new model is going to improve upon the old Shield. Hence, folks will find themselves pondering over getting the original Shield, or the Shield M2.0.
G2 Research RIP Rounds: Are They Up To The Hype?
Looking at a slim single-action pistol? Check out Springfield's new hotness in our Springfield 911 9mm review!
What's the best 9mm ammo for concealed carry? The 9mm round is the most common, but what are the ammunition brands and boxes you should look for?
Which Is Better: Sig P320 Vs Glock 19?
If you had to only have one, it would be the devil's own job of trying to choose between Sig P320 vs. Glock 19.
Since the two cartridges share so many virtues, some wonder which is best between .38 vs 9mm. The short answer is both are very good for the same reasons.
Ruger does make some great guns, but what are the Ruger 9mm pistols for CCW that should be on a persons' shortlist? These 6 Ruger 9mm guns for a start.
Don't believe the comments section; .380 pistols are definitely viable concealed carry guns. If you can shoot accurately, and carry good ammunition, the .380 Auto is more than adequate.
A person looking for a slim, svelte carry gun is likely to weigh the Glock 43 vs Sig P365. Both are wildly popular these days and for good reason.
So, you want to get a Glock 9mm...which one is best? Well, that depends a whole lot on what you're going to use it for. All Glocks are good, but some are good for some purposes and some are better for others.
Choosing a subcompact Glock for concealed carry often comes down to the choice of Glock 42 or the Glock 43 since those are the most compact of the baby Glocks. Each has their benefits and drawbacks, so it's really up to the person doing the shopping to make the choice.
Wanting to get on the .40 S&W bandwagon? Any one of these 7 .40 cal pistol models is a great starting point.
Will My 1911 Pistol Fit The ShapeShift 1911 Holster?
Sure, there's a ShapeShift 1911 holster...but since there's so many 1911 pistols out there, will it fit yours?
A 1911 9mm? Actually, it's a fantastic idea. The 9mm round gets more out of the platform than .45 ACP does, and makes it much more in-line with modern sensibilities.
What Glocks are the Best for Concealed Carry?
For those who prefer to pack a sixgun (or five-gun...because they don't always hold six) the best concealed carry revolver is partially subjective. You'll find you like one more than the others. That said, what would the best concealed carry revolver look like?
CZ got into the polymer-frame striker gun game with the P-10C...but is it as good as the established models? Find out in Alien Gear's CZ P10C review!
Wondering if the Remington RP9 makes a good budget pistol? Find out in the Alien Gear Holsters' Remington RP9 Review!
Is Taurus' new single-stack CCW pistol up to snuff? Find out more in Alien Gear Holsters' Taurus G2S review!
What Are The Best Concealed Carry Methods?