Narrowed down the field in terms of brand but need some opinions on whether inside the waistband or outside the waistband holsters are the way to go in terms of IPSC or other competition shooting activities. Does IWB hamper the draw or is the effect negligible?
IWB or OWB holsters better for competition?
- Thread starter hobbes
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I've never heard of IWB not being allowed, but it wouldn't be competitive. but if you prefer them go ahead. But I would double check and make sure they are allowed in IPSC.
I used a CCW OWB holster for my first season, and it didn't really slow me down any.
I used a CCW OWB holster for my first season, and it didn't really slow me down any.
I was thinking about holster position, made the mistake of thinking minimum from body, as opposed to Maximum distance from body.
that being said, it looks like fun.
The IWB I had was meant to be just off centre of my back, just behind my hip. I guess it would depend how you intend to position it and how it is drawn from the holster. (ie: where is it pointing when drawn)
that being said, it looks like fun.
The IWB I had was meant to be just off centre of my back, just behind my hip. I guess it would depend how you intend to position it and how it is drawn from the holster. (ie: where is it pointing when drawn)
Inside waistband holsters are legal for IPSC if they meet retention rules,which almost all do. We used Milt Sparks Summer Specials for years before speed rigs became fashionable. I still use the Summer Special for IDPA. It is fast enough, and stays in place during the draw. Once you get used to IWB carry, it's really comfortable.
