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Old 07-12-2018, 06:06 PM
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I always keep several different modes of carry at the ready for different and changing environments. This is especially true for me when traveling. For decades my kit has always included a good quality belly-band holster. I've carried 1911 Government Models, K-Frames, and J-Frames too many times to count in belly-bands.

What appeals to me most is I can adjust the belly-band to exactly the most comfortable sweet spot. The belly-band holster can be worn and will work perfectly with an untucked or tucked-in shirt. I've worn a belly-band many times under a tucked-in long-sleeve shirt. Another advantage is it's not belt dependent. "See that guy over there in the flimsy, light, athletic shorts and t-shirt. He can't possibly be armed, can he?" Yes, he can.

For the past two weeks I've been packing two Kimber K6S wheelers in a Galco Underwraps Belly-Band, at 3 o'clock strong-side and 9 o'clock cross-draw. My mode of dress has been those flimsy, light, athletic shorts and a t-shirt. Buddies who know I usually ccw had no clue I was wearing any pistol, let alone two. Out on a hot summer day, to the general public, I look unarmed. Never underestimate the element of surprise. It's during hot, humid weather where I like the belly-band the most. My dress looks right n-sync with everyone else.

The quality of construction is very good. In addition to the two leather holster pockets there are two accessory pockets. The pistols are held close against the body, and snug in the holster pockets. I use a low waist style of carry when using a belly-band, but like I said, it can be moved and adjusted any way the wearer prefers.

Belly-band holsters, like pocket holsters and ankle holsters, are more about stealth than anything else. That said, the draw-stroke from the Underwraps leather pockets is silky-smooth and lightning fast. No, I'm not concerned about speed re-holstering. I won't be attending any tactical pistol courses wearing a belly-band. If I just won a fight for my life while using BB carry and need to quickly put my pistol out of sight, I'll simply slip it into a pocket.

I realize "comfortable" is subjective and belly-bands aren't for everyone. An extra level of comfort can be achieved by wearing the belly-band over a thin, light undershirt. If you like BB carry, or if you would like to add one to your kit, the Galco Underwraps is a good one. Of course, you don't have to carry two pistols at once, but you can.



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Nice wheelguns and I like your thinking on the bellyband,
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I had a good friend who wore a belly band up on his chest with the gun positioned under his left arm much like a shoulder holster. Covered it with a western style shirt with snaps instead of buttons. His carry gun was a 6" Model 29 Unless you knew it was there, you'd never notice it.
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