Use your phone or tablet to bookmark:   phlsterholsters.com/class2024 phlsterholsters.com/class2024 This page accompanies the 2024 PHLster Holsters concealment class. Follow along with the class presentation, or refer back to this page as a memory aid and resource. While this page is public, it’s not really designed for standalone teaching, so if you’d like to share this information with your friends and students who aren’t at class, please link them to the Basics of Concealment Mechanics page or the Concealment Mechanics section of our YouTube channel i ..read more

The Smith & Wesson M&P Shield is a popular choice for concealed carry. But there are many variations among the Shield family, and not all of them fit the same holsters.  How can you tell which model of Shield you have, and which holster will fit? This article will help explain which Shield models fit which PHLster holsters. It can be confusing! This guide will help you choose the correct size holster for your Shield, Shield Plus, Performance Center Shield, Shield 1.0, Shield 2.0, and more. We’ll also discuss the differences between other Shield models that do NOT fit PHLster ..read more

Table of Contents What’s the difference between a laser and a red dot? They both look like a dot on the target, which leads many folks to mistakenly buy holsters that don’t fit. The terminology can be confusing, with lots of nicknames, acronyms, and technical terms that don’t make sense at first glance. Here’s a clear, no-nonsense visual breakdown of different sighting systems. You can identify which one you have, and learn which ones are compatible with PHLster holsters. Avoid expensive returns and boxes full of useless holsters with this blog article, part of PHLster’s extensive learni ..read more

Tiny Guns and the PHLster Enigma Table of Contents How Well Do Tiny Guns Work With the PHLster Enigma? Folks often ask where to find an Enigma compatible holster for extremely small guns like the Sig P238, 938, or the Ruger LCPII. While some holsters work better than others (yes, we have recommendations!), first you need a brief warning about what to expect when using an extremely small gun with the PHLster Enigma. We’ll cover everything you need to know before you invest. Tiny Gun Examples First, let’s define the category. For the purposes of this article, we’re going to define “tiny ..read more

Table of Contents Selecting the Ideal Concealed Carry Belt: A Comprehensive Guide When it comes to carrying a concealed firearm, there’s more to consider than just the holster and the gun itself. One often underestimated but crucial component of your concealed carry setup is the belt. In this detailed guide, we’ll delve into the nuances of choosing the perfect belt for your concealed carry needs. We’ll start by talking about the best belts for inside the waistband (IWB) and appendix carry holsters (also called AIWB, for appendix inside waistband).  In the second half, we’ll discuss ..read more

“My new holster feels too tight!” “Retention” means how tightly the gun is held in the holster. Some PHLster holsters are available with fixed retention, which means they can’t be adjusted, and others have adjustable retention, which means they can be adjusted by the user. The Skeleton, Pro, and Summit holsters all have fixed retention. This means the retention cannot be adjusted, and the clamping force with which the gun is held in the holster is set precisely during the manufacturing process.  On holsters which can fit multiple models of pistol, like the Floodlight2, Floodlight O ..read more

Basic Concealment Mechanics Learn the basic principles that make guns conceal on the body. Find your concealment sweet spot, avoid peaks and valleys, and learn exactly how wings and wedges work to make your gun invisible. PHLster Blog The PHLster Blog is your home to all information surrounding our products, concealment techniques, carrying safety, and so much more! Search the blog, or ask Phil by clicking the button at the bottom right of your screen. Search Search PHLster Blog Landing Page December 15, 2023 The PHLster blog is a vast library of concealment information. Sear ..read more

Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents The Sport Belt is an optional accessory for your PHLster Enigma or Enigma Express. It has a wider, stretchy back panel that improves all-day comfort. The Sport Belt replaces the plain nylon webbing belt that comes with the Enigma. Since the Sport Belt has different back panel sizes, a lot of folks wonder what size will be most comfortable for their concealed carry needs. The sizing can be confusing, so let’s break it down so you can figure out exactly what size Sport Belt you need!  How does the sizing w ..read more

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There are three key components to appendix carry concealment, and they all work together to produce the desired result: getting enough grip tuck, grip rotation and finding your concealment sweet spot. To get good concealment and reduce printing, it’s important to start with finding your concealment sweet spot. The most practical and popular method of carrying a concealed firearm is inside the waistband, or IWB.  The carry positions are described using clock face positions as a reference. 12:00 is directly in front of you, and 6:00 is behind. Every body type has natural peaks and val ..read more