2024-02-01 00:00
Springfield Prodigy: Compact Carry Power Unveiled
Did you know that the Springfield Armory Prodigy has quickly risen to become one of the top choices for compact carry firearms? Its outstan… Read More
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2024-02-01 00:00
Best Handgun for a Woman – Top Choices Reviewed
Finding the right handgun that fits comfortably in your grasp and functions as an extension of yourself is a significant decision, espe… Read More
2024-01-30 00:00
Glock 10mm Guide: Power & Precision Unleashed
Tracing its lineage back to the influential Glock 17, the Glock 10mm variant has emerged as a formidable contender in the world of handguns… Read More
2024-01-24 22:36
Canik Mete MC9 Review: Specs & Performance
The Canik Mete MC9 emerges as the latest entrant in the compact handgun realm, bringing the renowned elements of the Mete series to… Read More
2024-01-23 00:00
Walther PDP Review: Top Features & Performance
As the latest evolution in the Walther line of fine firearms, the Walther PDP pistol is a platform that brings innovation to the… Read More
2024-01-22 23:55
Top Picks for Best Shooting Ear Protection 2024
The quest for the best shooting ear protection is not just about comfort or convenience—it's a critical decision for preservi… Read More
2024-01-22 00:00
Top Best 10mm Handguns for Peak Performance 2024
The 10MM Auto is a popular and highly versatile handgun caliber. It offers a powerful and flat-shooting performance, making it sui… Read More
2024-01-18 00:00
Springfield Armory Echelon Pistol Review & Specs
The Springfield Armory Echelon Pistol is a revolutionary firearm that brings together innovative design features and advanced… Read More
2024-01-18 00:00
Top Picks for Best Concealed Carry Gun 2024
If you are in the market for the best concealed carry gun, look no further. We have done the research and gathered expert reviews to bring y… Read More
2024-01-17 00:00
Top Rated .22 Pistols for Shooting Enthusiasts
The demand and popularity of .22 pistols continues to rise, and manufacturers have responded by producing a wide array of .22 pistol configura… Read More
2024-01-15 00:00
Top Picks: Best Gun for Home Defense Options
In today's uncertain world, protecting your home and loved ones has become a top priority for many. When it comes to home defense, having the ri… Read More
2024-01-11 00:00
Sig P365 Review: Your Compact Firearm Guide
Welcome to our comprehensive Sig P365 review, where we'll delve into the features and performance of this compact and highly popular handgun… Read More
2024-01-11 00:00
Glock 45 Review: Top Features & Expert Opinion
The Glock 45 is a highly regarded compact crossover pistol chambered in 9x19mm. It combines the compact G19-size slide with the… Read More
2024-01-10 00:00
Taq-Strap Tourniquet: Quick and Reliable First Aid
When it comes to emergency medical equipment, quick and reliable first aid can make all the difference in saving lives. Tha… Read More
2024-01-09 00:00
Glock 43x Review: Compact Conceal Carry Choice
Welcome to our comprehensive review of the Glock 43x, the preferred compact conceal carry choice for many gun owners. In this article, we will… Read More
2023-09-06 00:00
See The Best Police Holsters For Duty UseWhat handguns do police use? Today, that really depends on the department...but there are a few dominant brands and models that tend to be the rule… Read More
2023-09-06 00:00
Open Carry HolstersWhat Kind Of Open Carry Holster Should I Get? Open carry can be a divisive topic. Some people abhor the practice and decry people who open carry, some people support… Read More
2023-09-05 00:00
Finding the Perfect Handgun for Left-Handed ShootersMany people in the firearm community will confess that the world of handguns is largely catered to right-handed individuals. A considerabl… Read More
2023-09-05 00:00
The Safest Concealed Carry Gun Is The One You're Safe WithIn the world of concealed carry, one question persists: what is the safest concealed carry gun? This is a topic that requires carefu… Read More
2023-09-01 00:00
Appendix Carry HolstersMaking Appendix Carry Holsters More ComfortableCarrying a concealed weapon is an essential practice for many gun owners. However, maintaining comfort while doing so ca… Read More
2023-09-01 00:00
Pocket HolstersWhat Is The Point Of A Pocket Holster? A pocket holster has two primary functions. If it cannot do those things, it's not worth having, and pocket carry without one is fo… Read More
2023-09-01 00:00
Car HolstersIs A Car Holster A Good Idea? It Can Be If You Use It RightCar holsters can be controversial, as they can enable poor choices if not used correctly.
A responsible gun owne… Read More
2023-08-31 00:00
Find Your Concealed Carry HolsterWhat's The Best Way To Conceal Carry? That Depends On YouThere is no best way to conceal carry, but there's a best way for you and your context. Everyone's s… Read More
2023-08-31 00:00
Belly Band HolstersWhy Wear A Belly Band Holster? Whether you’re a law enforcement officer, a security official, or just an average citizen who lawfully carries concealed, you kno… Read More
2023-08-31 00:00
How To Get A Concealed Carry Permit For All 50 States? You Probably Can'tImagine being able to carry your concealed weapon confidently in any corner of the United States. After all, the Cons… Read More
2023-08-30 00:00
Discover Your Retention HolsterDo I Need A Retention Holster? Active retention holsters are certainly necessary for the uniformed officer or soldier, but the armed civilian might find t… Read More
2023-08-30 00:00
Find Your Shoulder Holster!Is A Shoulder Holster A Good Way To Carry? A shoulder holster can be a good way to carry, if you use one as they were intended. A shoulder holster… Read More
2023-08-29 00:00
Why And When You Should Use A Drop Leg HolsterDrop leg holsters, also known as thigh holsters, have become increasingly popular with wide use by military personnel, law enforcement officers… Read More
2023-08-29 00:00
Are Press Checks Really Necessary? The pistol press check is the cause of some controversy. You'll see them all the time on YouTube and social media, and then people will object to them… Read More
2023-08-28 00:00
Better Than Kydex Is Not Just A TaglineKydex holsters became more or less the standard during the last 20 years, but is there a better material, a better way to make them? Yes, there is.&nbs&hell…Read More
2023-08-28 00:00
Should I Put A Red Dot Sight On My Pistol? The epidemic rise in handgun sales over the past years has sparked a prominent debate among shooters: should one opt for a red dot sight on th… Read More
2023-08-28 00:00
How To Get A Concealed Carry PermitToday, we're going to guide you through the process of applying for a concealed carry permit, or as some may know it - a CCW (carrying concealed weapon) pe… Read More
2023-08-10 00:00
We DO Make Red Dot Holsters Now!
For some time, a criticism of the Alien Gear Holsters brand was that we didn't make red dot holsters. "They're behind the times!" people s… Read More
2023-06-14 00:00
Alien Gear has a reputation for creating quality concealed carry holsters like the new Photon. These holsters are great for everyday prepared citizens. However, a different kind of holster i… Read More
2023-06-14 00:00
Off the top of your head, in how many types of shooting do you participate? If it’s any more than one, you’re going to need more gear. The unfortunate nature of firearms is that… Read More
2023-01-02 00:00
Introduction
Over the last few years, the scrutiny and ignorance law enforcement officers have endured are hard to put into words. A once heroic career path is now painted by the mainstream… Read More
2022-07-13 00:00
The Glock 43X For Concealed Carry
The Glock 43X…could this be the best concealed carry handgun available? Let's find out what makes this gun a serious contender.
Over… Read More
2022-07-11 00:00
A Quick Guide To Cleaning Your Gun
Some people take pride in maintaining their guns, and some people take a perverse pleasure in not doing it. It is a chore to be sure, but like any cho… Read More
2022-06-28 00:00
The Sig P320 Vs. The S&W M&P9 M2.0
If you wanted a full-size 9mm pistol that isn't a Glock, two of the most popular options are a Sig P320 or a S&W M&P9 M2.0.
Both… Read More
2022-05-26 00:00
What Does The NRA Do?
What does the NRA actually do? Not everyone necessarily understands the current mission and purpose of the National Rifle Association…especially if all… Read More
2022-05-25 00:00
The National Rifle Association
The National Rifle Association is the oldest and largest organization of its kind in the United States, and one of the few organizations of its type i… Read More
2022-05-23 00:00
2011 Vs 1911: Is More Gun More Better?
Is a 2011 better than a 1911?
Yes. But also no. Actually, it really depends on what you're looking for in a gun. Inevitably, the ques… Read More
2022-05-13 00:00
How To Unload A Pistol And Load It Safely
In this video, Alien Gear Holsters was visited by Jason Beighley of Skeleton Key Tactical, who had some training tips for us.
Today we're going… Read More
2022-05-12 00:00
The Basics Of One-Handed Shooting
Today we're going over engaging targets with only one hand instead of two. One-handed shooting in a practical sense is based on the assumption that maybe… Read More
2022-05-09 00:00
A Quick Guide To 2011 And Other Double-Stack 1911 Pistols
Every 2011 is a widebody/double-stack 1911, but not every widebody/double-stack 1911 is a 2011. While the term gets used colloq… Read More
2022-05-02 00:00
Standard Manufacturing Switch Gun Vs S333
Standard Manufacturing produces some innovative firearms, two of which are the S333 (formerly called the S333 Thunderstruck) and their newly-re… Read More
2022-04-18 00:00
Gun Safety With Concealed Carry
Do you remember the first time that you put a loaded firearm into your holster? That's the way that you should feel every time you holster your weapon… Read More
2022-04-14 00:00
A Quick Guide To Paddle Holsters
What's the difference between the paddle holsters that Alien Gear sells? Why are they even called paddle holsters?
We're going to explain.
Wha… Read More
2022-04-14 00:00
Using Your ShapeShift 4.0 Concealed Carry Holster
Today we're going to talk about the ShapeShift 4.0 IWB holster. We're going to show you how to wear it, where to wear it, how to m… Read More
2022-04-06 00:00
What You Need To Know About The ShapeShift Belt Slide OWB Holster
The ShapeShift Belt Slide OWB Holster is one of the most popular models in the ShapeShift line of holsters.
Let's go o… Read More
2022-04-06 00:00
Your Guide To The Cloak Mod Holster
Here at Alien Gear Holsters, we carry a number of outside of the waistband holsters including the ShapeShift Paddle and Belt Slide holsters, the Cloa… Read More
2022-04-01 00:00
The New Hellcat Pro vs the Sig P365XL
Springfield Armory has released a larger version of the Hellcat, the Hellcat Pro…begging the question of how it stacks up against the Sig P3… Read More
2022-03-25 00:00
Using The Sport Tuck Belly Band Holster
Today we’re talking about how to wear and adjust the Sport Tuck Belly Band Holster. Being able to carry daily and comfortably is at the c… Read More
2022-03-22 00:00
The Best Ways To Car Carry
Just how is a person supposed to concealed carry in a car? It doesn't work as well as when you're walking around. There are some tricks involved in co… Read More
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2022-03-18 00:00
Do I Need A Longer Barrel On A Woods Gun?
You might have heard that you need a more powerful handgun to carry outdoors, usually in case of a non-human predator. After all, there are critt… Read More
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2022-03-11 00:00
38 Special vs 9mm. Which Ammunition Is Better?
The question of 38 vs 9mm is really "is 38 Special so good that I should have a revolver instead of a semi-auto in 9mm." Is it?
Basically n… Read More
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2022-03-11 00:00
Smith & Wesson 9mm. The Best S&W Pistols For Concealed Carry And Otherwise.
Looking to acquire a Smith and Wesson 9mm? That's a great instinct; S&W has been making qualit… Read More
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2022-03-11 00:00
Glock 17 vs 34. Battle Of The Big Glocks
If you want a big 9mm Glock, should you get the Glock 34 vs Glock 17? Both are excellent pistols, without doubt, but does t… Read More
![How To Concealed Carry While Running Or Being Active [2022]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/3095/309496-2193460013.w320.jpg "How To Concealed Carry While Running Or Being Active [2022]")
2022-03-11 00:00
How To Carry A Gun When You're Running Or Can't Wear A Belt
If you're going for a run, or to the gym, or for a hike…how do you still concealed carry? What do you do if your clothes… Read More
![Glock 17 Vs 19. Which Is Better? [2022]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/3095/309496-957098719.w320.jpg "Glock 17 Vs 19. Which Is Better? [2022]")
2022-03-10 00:00
Glock 17 vs 19. Which is Better for Everyday Carry?
Given the popularity of the two pistols, a lot of people debate the issue of Glock 17 vs Glock 19 for concealed carry or just… Read More
![Kimber 1911. Is It Better Than The Sig 1911? [2022]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/3095/309496-2086150222.w320.jpg "Kimber 1911. Is It Better Than The Sig 1911? [2022]")
2022-03-10 00:00
Kimber 1911 or Sig 1911. Which Is Better?
You've decided you want an upscale 1911 but not quite custom shop; thus, you're trying to decide between a Sig 1911 vs Kimber 1911. Both are… Read More
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2022-03-10 00:00
Ruger 9mm. Which pistol is best for concealed carry?
What's the best Ruger 9mm for concealed carry? That really depends. Sturm, Ruger and Co. manufacture a number of different pistols in… Read More
![Glock Gen Differences. The Complete Guide To Glock Generations [2022]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/3095/309496-3888924242.w320.jpg "Glock Gen Differences. The Complete Guide To Glock Generations [2022]")
2022-03-10 00:00
What You Need To Know About The Glock Generations
Glock Gen Differences.
You might have heard something about different Glock generations as the company has periodically renewed, updated… Read More
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2022-03-09 00:00
Glock 26 vs 19. Reading Between The Nines
Some people accept nothing other than a 9x19mm Glock, and if you're going to carry one on the daily, that inevitably leads to deciding between… Read More
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2022-03-09 00:00
Glock 26 vs 43. Which subcompact Glock 9mm is best?
If you wanted to get a subcompact Glock in 9mm, you come down to Glock 26 vs 43, as those are the two choices after all. Both… Read More
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2022-03-07 00:00
Shooting Range Essentials: What You Need To Bring
If you're new to shooting, there are a number of essentials you absolutely need to have on hand at the range. You might find instances wh… Read More
2022-02-23 00:00
Would A .22 Caliber Pistol Be Good For Cheaper Practice?
Some people get the idea of shooting a .22 pistol for practice as a way to get more reps for drastically lower cost. Its also thou… Read More
2022-02-08 00:00
S&W CSX Vs. Shield Plus: Brother vs. Brother.
When the CSX was released, Smith & Wesson made it known that they had put another double-stack subcompact into their lineup by starti… Read More
2022-01-06 00:00
New Smith and Wesson CSX Makes The Micro 1911 Much Better
Loose lips sink ships…and sell a whole lot of guns. In case you're reading this later, Smith and Wesson didn't actually sa… Read More
2022-01-04 00:00
For those who are looking for a new handgun, be it your first gun or your thirty-first, but are looking for something other than a Glock or M&P, you have only to look as far as your lo… Read More
2021-12-09 00:00
As a police officer, I have been using a light mounted to my handgun for over a decade. The first weapon light itself dates back to 1902 but there were problems keeping the filament from bre… Read More
2021-11-17 00:00
Concealed carry is concealed carry regardless of the season, but adding more layers can make getting the gun out more complicated.
Most of the time, clothing doesn't make a lot of differe… Read More
2021-10-27 00:00
With more folks being interested in hunting in recent years, they are exploring different types of hunting. Most big game hunters new and old will be grabbing their rifles as they head… Read More
2021-08-20 00:00
Since almost all firearms are made for right-handed shooters, hand dominance and eye dominance for anyone who is not right-handed can make things difficult. You may find yourself asking &ldq&hell…Read More
2021-08-18 00:00
Concealed Carry Laws in Every US State
For many people exploring the idea of concealed carrying for the first time, the first step is to determine how to do so legally. This may seem a da… Read More
2021-07-21 00:00
Simple Training on the Range
Anyone who has spent even a modest amount of time in the modern firearms community will be familiar with “Pew-Pew Therapy.” For some, a trip to the… Read More
2021-04-13 00:00
What’s the best caliber for concealed carry according to police officers? This may be the second most common question I have received after “Have you ever had to shoot anyone?&rd&hell…Read More
2021-03-19 14:00
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Where Is The Safety On A Gun? Depends On The Gun!
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Want to learn more about dry fire? Check out this guide for beginners!
5 Dry Fire Drills For Concealed Carry
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