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Choosing the right holster balances concealment, comfort, and draw speed. Options include IWB, OWB, BWB, shoulder, and ankle holsters—each with distinct advantages. Look for proper trigger protection, gun-specific fitment, and quality retention. Your holster is the foundation of your EDC system, requiring careful consideration of your carry environment.

What Is Constitutional Carry? “Constitutional Carry” is a term frequently used in the firearms community of the United States. It affirms that Americans are allowed to carry a firearm, either concealed or openly, because the 2nd Amendment of the U.S....

Concealed Carry While Hiking Hiking is an excellent way to get out and enjoy the great outdoors, and in most cases, all you will encounter on a hike are friendly faces and beautiful wildlife. Nevertheless, there is always the risk...

IntroductionCarrying a firearm with a round in the chamber—commonly referred to as Condition 1 or Condition 0, depending on your firearm—is one of the most widely discussed topics in concealed carry.It’s also one of the most misunderstood.The right choice ultimately...

Five Shooting Drills to Improve Your Self-Defense Abilities (read to the end for the most important drill of all!) It's well known that practice makes perfect. In the case of self-defense using a firearm, being perfect could be the difference...

We at Urban Carry Holsters get asked all the time "Do these holsters work for women?" to answer your question simply, yes. But there are some key points we need to touch on in this blog.  There are probably times it is inconvient for...

The Glock 43 and Smith & Wesson M&P Shield have defined the single-stack 9mm carry market for years. We break down the real differences in price, sights, ergonomics, and reliability to help you decide which lightweight pistol belongs in your holster.

Choosing and Carrying a Back Up Gun A back-up gun, or BUG, is an important consideration for every responsibly armed citizen. In most cases, the term “back-up gun” refers to a concealed weapon that a person will carry on their...

There's a popular quote that says, "Legal gun owners have over 300 million guns and 12 trillion rounds of ammo. If we were the problem, you’d know it." In spite of how true this statement is, misconceptions about gun owners still...

Leave a Legacy of Pride We’ve covered a lot in these articles, and now you have a wide range of options to help increase the visibility of your gun store, bring in more customers and ultimately make more money. Here’s...

What is an EDC IFAK? An EDC IFAK, or everyday carry individual first aid kit, is a kit that allows the user to render basic first aid to themselves or others.  An EDC IFAK should be small enough to carry...

In this video, we're going to be showing you how to properly attach the Viridian R5 (Reactor) laser to the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield. The Shield we're using in this video is a 9mm, but it would work the...

The AR-15 - America’s modern sporting rifle that spawned the design of so many “black rifles.” The AR-15 also happens to be the maligned nemesis of gun control advocates, creating such a fervor of misinformation around it that the mainstream...

Discover the top 11 concealed carry guns for your needs. Our expert testing provides insights on reliability, size, and concealability. Find the best CCW firearm today!

In this video, we're going to show you how to field strip and properly clean the Kimber Solo, and then go over some features about the firearm. Kimber developed this single stack 9mm "pocket pistol" after seeing the success of many other firearms manufacturers in the subcompact pistol market.

Teaching kids gun safety requires a progressive "crawl, walk, run" approach. Start with basic safety rules using toy guns, advance to air rifles for skill development, then move to .22 caliber firearms. Remove the mystique through education and exposure while demonstrating safe practices—children remember what you do more than what you say.

The Bond Arms Snake Slayer is a modern, two-shot derringer that comes in multiple calibers, such as .357 Magnum, .38 Special, .40 S&W, .45 Long Colt, and .410 shotgun shells. It is a single action pistol, with multiple barrel options...

In this video, we'll show you how to field strip and clean the SP2022 by Sig Sauer, and then go into some additional information about this pistol. The Sig Sauer SP2022 was originally designed for French law enforcement, but once...

For this video, we'll be going over the Glock 26 & 27, and showing you how to take it apart and clean it! We decided to do them both in the same video, since they are so similar. Often referred...

All of us at Urban Carry fundamentally believe that the proper kind of training can save your life. If you’re new to virtual reality we're here to let you know that this technology isn’t just for gaming. It's for education,...

Common concealed carry mistakes include poor holster selection, inadequate situational awareness, and inconsistent carry habits. Avoid printing by dressing around your gun, never adjust your weapon in public, and carry daily to build muscle memory. Stay vigilant against complacency and respect gun-free zones to remain safe and legal.