Alien Gear Shape Shift: The IKEA Furniture of Holsters | Active Self Protection Extra

[@ASPextra]

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[@EmanuelQ3]

I think the 4.0 series deserves a refreshed review, the earlier versions did look a little bit gimmicky but it looks like they've done a lot of work on the design.

[@WeaponizedAutismiii]

As someone that buys IKEA furniture regularly, I feel insulted

[@afterraincomessun]

true Ikea is great ; tomorrow they open the biggegst shop in the world in the philippines

[@ShatteredF1re7733]

I think this guy doesn't like IKEA furniture because its too hard for him to assemble.

[@DavidsOutdoors]

the quality just sucks compared to other furniture stores

[@FIGNAS83]

Best incentive I had to lose weight was my conceal carry 😂

[@arsalaniftikhar5920]

Dude I'm a fat dude And I can carry any full frame with a 16 size collar shirt.

[@MarcosElMalo2]

@Danny Williams if you can still bend over, you’re not that fat. 😆

[@stevena3333]

Unfortunately it seems like John gained it all back. It’s that rollercoaster a lot of us guys are on. COVID lockdowns didn’t help at all lol

[@ryeinn6971]

Maybe you need protection from McDonald’s employees

[@mrskaz2112]

#metoo

[@duo1733]

So a couple things. First if all you wanted was an appendix holster you could have gotten that and it wouldn't have cost $100. Second the whole reason for this setup is for people who do change their carry position and even gun on a halfway regular basis. I used this holster with my 1911 carrying every day 8+ hours per day for almost a year and had no issues with it. And once I get the new shell I ordered when I purchased my new gun I will continue to. As far as your friend goes, with their old holsters you did need to lock tight the screws once you figured out where you wanted the clips and retention, just like every other holster I have seen that had adjustable parts that will loosen over time. And this holster is designed to have no screws to avoid that. Alien Gear has never been anything but great to me when it comes to customer service and unlike pretty much any kydex holster maker, if you don't like it send it back.

[@matthewrivera9314]

I'm definitely looking at them also like the different angles you can turn the mag carrier.

[@speedindeemin]

@Bill Dauterive Bill Dauterive Not sure why you came to the conclusion that someone who doesn't use the same, single holster setup forever means they don't know what they are doing. Not every single gun owner from all different areas, backgrounds, jobs, and expertise will carry the same way you do. Maybe they don't want to buy four or five different holsters for different situations they might be in. The kit comes with a standalone mount and the ability to have an additional shell. Maybe this person open carries, and wants to switch to a mount inside their vehicle instead of laying it on the passenger seat, in the glovebox, side pocket, or wherever. I personally don't have one of these kits, but I IWB carry my Shield .45 and I'd love to be able to have the ability to mount it inside my car when I'm driving. Right now I usually place it in the center console cupholders which makes it completely visible to other drivers in traffic, especially higher sitting vehicles (I'm in a compact coupe). Not really ideal because that has a potential to make me a target, and a mount for the car can make it still easily accessible but yet hidden enough. I don't like to lay it on the passenger seat because the leather seats allow it to slide around in turns, and I definitely don't want a loaded firearm sliding around in my car while driving. Other option is my glove box, which I really don't like because I have to reach and do an extra step to gain access. I should mention now that the holster I use for IWB is a full leather holster that uses buttoning loops to attach to my belt and is very clunky and oddly shaped, it's not something I constantly remove so everything I mentioned above is only applicable to my OTHER holster which is appendix carry only and I cannot stand appendix carry therefore it's never used. I only use it if I'm only going to be in my vehicle between home and work. So the only option I have for conceal carry within my vehicle for situations where I'm out of town traveling and will be in and out of public places is my leather IWB which means I don't un-holster the firearm while driving. I could carry my second holster to remove and place somewhere else but I don't like doing that since it's what I also use when it's kept in the house, it's just one more thing I have to carry around and deal with. I'd love to have an OWB holster for this when I go to the range. My IWB is great for conceal draw practice but when I just want to plink with a couple 50 rd boxes I just want something easy to get it in and out of. So this kit is really looking ideal for my particular needs, it fits all the bills and checks all my checks. I'm not a police officer, I'm not a security guard, I don't drive armored trucks and I'm not Jerry Miculek so I don't need a super duper high dollar extra premium holster (or.. 3 for that matter). It's an entire holster system that will work and fit my exact firearm, is modular, and quick and easy to use, for $100. Or I guess I just don't know what I'm doing.

[@speedindeemin]

@Bill Dauterive you could elaborate further. Maybe you have some suggestions without coming off as a twat who adds nothing to the discussion?

[@Lateralas]

@Bill Dauterive no, it's made for people who's circumstances change during the day. Not everyone can carry in the same position all of the time.

[@darkinertia2]

ok boomer

[@patriotski8824]

It's now more than three years after this review and this is still probably... on second thought it IS... the most subjective, self serving review I've EVER seen, bar none! Other than the trigger guard it was very obvious that John went way out of his way to not say anything remotely complimentary about this AlienGear product. In fact, his "theatrics" are so one-sided it's hilarious! In fact, this is the only review of the AGSS Core Carry Pack I have found on YT that doesn't have very positive overall conclusions. Sorry, John, the AGSS Core Carry Pack checks all of the boxes for an outstanding, well engineered, multi-purpose holster. A grand slam for AlienGear!

[@N1GHTMA1R]

yeah, I have been trying so many conceal carry holsters ones similar to the one he was obviously trying to sell and they were just uncomfortable and gave me rashes. He bought the kit which is why it came with so many attachments for the holster (hence why he had to build it depending on what you wanted to use.) But the AGSS has been the most comfortable and reliable holster thus far. Since I bought the appendix carry it came ready to just throw on your waist and didn't have to build.

[@robbadams982]

I use the AGSS 4.0 IWB everyday. Couldn't be happier

[@joshmajor8662]

Haha 😂 😂😂 YOU PEOPLE are why they made it!! The rest of us will stick with a quality holster instead 👍 good luck with your Legos Lol

[@robbadams982]

@@joshmajor8662 I get it Josh, not everyone can afford it. Why the hate? Biden Voter? I have like 10-12 holsters in every variety, this one with the 365XL is beautiful for me.

[@robbadams982]

@@joshmajor8662 Send me a link to one of the ones you make, I’ll buy one and try it out.

[@learnalittlelivealittle6502]

I’ve tried many holsters and for comfort I haven’t found better than Alien Gear. The 3/4 shell is a giant plus in my book. The modularity is great in my opinion, love the ankle holster (expansion pack). That said I also have quite a few Vedder holsters which are absolutely amazing, just not quite as fluffy friendly as Alien Gear.

[@CBR250RMAN]

My Alien Gear IWB Holster has been the most comfortable and functional holster I have owned.

[@Levegetable]

well, they suck.

[@idaho2085]

@@Levegetable Come on man, if he likes it he likes it. I'm indifferent, and have owned a few Alien Gear Holsters in the past. They're GREAT for some things not so much at others.

[@KyleTechCorner]

I agree with patriot, it’s very comfortable.

[@tinyrick1567]

This was too negative from the start .

[@TexasTaxedToDeath]

The review was 100% spot-on.

[@timhigh5962]

StevenFromTexas No it wasn't

[@ninja29mv]

StevenFromTexas hell no it wasn’t, just want to know why

[@michaelg6890]

Everyone wants honesty until you're honest with them, that's when they'll consider you an asshole.

[@rawknbearbell7032]

I respect this guys oppinion, I truly believe he is trying to help people ... but yea, his reviews seem biased. He can dislike The holster for any reason he wants. But he misrepresents the whole point of a holster system that allows you to buy one kit and make the type of holster you need instead of buying several different holsters . He may be right , probably is , but it seems biased when he takes this angle.

[@Sparkslinger]

What John has is the ShapeShift Starter Kit/Carry Pack. It includes enough stuff to setup four different OWB options, an IWB configuration, a surface mount capability, and an appendix configuration. You can also buy just a single configuration. I have the Carry Pack. I agree that the appendix configuration just doesn't work well. I don't use the thumb release either because I find it too hard to press. The other configurations have worked very well for me. I Carry IWB. It's very comfortable and I've found the quality and engineering to be exceptional. Most of the pants I wear for working in my garage don't have enough room for IWB. No problem. It takes less than 60 seconds to switch my holster from IWB to OWB. I've crawled around under cars, laid on the holster, and hung almost upside down with this product and my firearm has never come out of the holster and the holster has never been damaged. This winter I can experiment with OWB with my street cloths without having to buy a new holster and easily switch back to IWB at will. It's the perfect solution for me.

[@maxwellwiener8105]

Sparktrician, I am glad your Alien Gear Core Carry pack is working for you. If you reach out to us we can get you another thumb release. We now offer a couple different levels of thumb release and may be able to get you fixed up. Hope to hear from you soon.

[@CatMan_7]

Maxwell Wiener 😺💚👽- just started my OWB Trials and would love to have the new thumb release design. Just get on the website?

[@Hitch11]

Hit that thumb release with a shot of white lithium grease. Mine was a pain too. Should you have to lubricate it? No. But it took me two seconds, works fine every time now like a year later.

[@idaho2085]

Exactly. 4 different configs, and all under $100 bucks. You go get 2 holsters for under 100 and even if they are just OK, they're probably going to be more.

[@captainjoesanglingadventur4894]

Working out of town and my kit is waiting for me at home, I'm lime a kid looking at the presents under the tree I can hardly wait to tear it open put it together and start to use it.. I purchased it strictly for the fact that you can have 4 different set up from one purchase..

[@GPuga-ib2ng]

Hey if you still have that kit, can I have it? I really notice that you did not like it. Another mans trash is another mans treasure 😅

[@Watchingyou-daily]

John the problem with this is the quality holster people you refer too only make holsters for those fan boy firearms and not all at least with Alien Gear they have a larger selection for being the IKEA Furniture of Holsters. I personally would rather spend money at a place that provides a wider selection then just fan boy firearms.

[@ASPextra]

What you call "fanboy," people who train a lot would call "reasonable quality." What gun can you find a holster for on AG that you can't find it for in a quality brand? You might actually call that a clue on what is a quality gun to carry.

[@Area612]

When you were attempting to adjust the tension on the trigger guard, I could clearly see and watch you try to turn it the wrong way. It was already as loose as possible. Then you tried it the other way and HEY it was easy! Then you, expert that you are, called it a manufacturing issue... lol

[@ASPextra]

Because I turned it the right way and it wouldn’t budge. I was trying to unstick it.

[@bensno7690]

This guys mad cause his friend had a hard time with them. Which we don't even know that whole story, maybe he deserved a hard time. But this is a bogus review.

[@YardEnvy]

I saw that too lol lefty Losey righty tighty. Come on dude, it's a video WE CAN SEE!! Thy shall not bear false witness

[@youtubecharlie1]

@@bensno7690 yes, I love ASP, but this was a bad review 😂

[@cranky-turtle]

@@YardEnvy I noticed this too, but watch closely -- the first time, he clearly turns it the correct way. Regardless, I considered this holster for my strong side carry, but ended up going a different route. He also called my carry gun (or at least the double stack version) the McRib of sidearms xD it's a product guys, no need to get offended if it gets criticized.

[@SRFDriver]

Coincidentally, I just ordered and received two holsters from Alien Gear a week or so ago: The first one was a Shape Shift holster that was set up for my CZ P07, and the second one was a chest holster that was apparently set up for the CZ P07 DUTY, which is different in some unknown way from the the regular P07. I was prepared to modify the holster shell to accommodate my pistol but frankly was hoping that I would like the Shape Shift version because I feel like it has a better chance of being concealable. They offer a 30 day "test drive". I bought the two holsters with the idea that I would return one (or both if I didn't like either one). Oh, one more thing: My P07 has a threaded barrel. With all that said, both products came in black plastic bags, not a fancy box. The first thing I removed from the shipping box was the chest holster. I set it aside without opening it. Everything from now on is related ONLY to the Shape Shift holster. I pulled the Shape Shift holster from the shipping box and removed it from the bag. As I expected, the holster shell was set up for a "non-threaded" barrel so the end was closed. I used my Dremel to remove the material (very easy to do) that kept the barrel from protruding from the holster. Then I adjusted the holster and put it on. I found it to be extremely comfortable, especially in comparison to the Fierce Defender AIWB that I've been wearing for the past couple of years. However, I found that the thumb release was extremely difficult to use, and actually felt a little flimsy because of the effort required to release the pistol. So, here's what I did: I took the holster shell off the backing plate and removed the thumb release--it comes off as a module. I then put the pistol back into the holster and did the inverted "John" test. The pistol fell out without any effort. Then I felt inside the shell to where the retention adjustment thing was and cranked up the retention to where it was too tight, and then backed it off (I also used a 1/4 inch drive tool). The retention was now perfect. Then on a whim, I put the thumb release back in. It worked great! I now have a holster with both friction retention and active retention. It's easy to get the pistol from the holster and easy to get it back in. I am very happy with my Shape Shift holster, and emailed Alien Gear Holsters today to inquire about returning the chest holster. If I had any complaint it would be that their instructions are pretty minimal--probably because of the modular nature of the unit. But that doesn't detract from what I think is a great product otherwise. Next, because it was more than $99 they sent me a free mag carrier, which I guess I can use when I'm AIWB carrying, rather than keeping it in my pocket. Regarding customer service (before the sale admittedly) they worked hard to find me a shell for my fairly uncommon P07. I thought they did more than they had to. And finally, I have no affiliation with them-I just really like the holster. I strongly recommend it.

[@SRFDriver]

@@forestjones956 Thank you for your kind reply. After using it daily for the past however long I have one issue with it: the holster is rotated too far "down", that is the butt of the pistol is "closer to the ground" than I would like. There appear to be a couple of rotational adjustment holes to allow the shell to be rotated, however I haven't done it yet because a) It appears that the adjustment holes are too far apart to allow me to rotate it just enough to suit my taste but not too far and b) I haven't been able to figure out how to get the straps to release from the backing pad. I'm sure I'll figure it out--I just haven't taken the time to do it. However, I do believe that the lack of ability to rotate my pistol butt to where I want it affects my draw speed, and that's a pretty big deal. I should contact the factory about this...someday lol

[@jetpipe28]

John, I love your work. I love your channel, but sometimes I have to take your words and tell myself that even though you know what you are doing, you are not an expert at everything. I watched this video and realized I can make my own opinions about stuff like this. What works for you isn't necessary the best for others.

[@Mike-dm5ut]

@Billy G but what he said about the holster "being shitty" wasn't objective but rather subjective. If you look at John's own rules of a good holster. . . this holster passed his test. His complaints were: 1. you have to assemble it (that's clearly understood when purchasing this set). 2. the retention system required another tool to get it loose ( says that's poor manufacturing... uh no that's better as things loosen over time). 3. It's a quarter to half inch bigger than his buddies kydex holster by uh me eye balling it. then he says yea buy any dedicated holster here is three options all from my buddies who you know give me stuff and custom build them to my liking for free. 4. I also know a guy who had a bad experience so the whole thing is crap - but hey I know these guys and they give me the best service (while I carry a firearm that I know the company has shitty service but let's look past that because). 5. Lastly, yea I think this point here will fail and then its useless. . . well yea that's true about any product. again fully subjective shit from a tuber who gets free stuff from his buddies. . . it was a crap review that came in biased. He literally failed his own objective tests he does in every other review.

[@youtubecharlie1]

@@Mike-dm5ut agreed - objectivity vs subjectivity is key. Sadly, we lack philosophical keenness nowadays.

[@danbeuscher14]

@@Mike-dm5ut I like John's videos but I must agree with your assessment of his review. I have personal first hand experience of AG holster, having been using it 24/7/365 and I love it, plus I have had nothing but excellent customer service (not that I really even needed CS much, because the holster has been nothing but excellent)!

[@MrJRon115]

@@Mike-dm5ut I felt the same way.

[@SMOKETHATBUCK]

My customer service experience was excellent! They sent me a RH system instead of LH. They had me keep the one kit and sent me the LH immediately. They also sent me a gun mat and some other goodies as an apology. I am actually ambidextrous, so this worked out really nice. Also, the over dramatics of this video was overboard. To each their own. I love your videos from this time til present. Thanks for what you do.

[@wolverine-vf5op]

Wow alien gear must have really pissed in his wheaties

[@MrDblock86]

I have tried Alien gear on two different occasions its a basic mass produced holster. It fits a market just not my market. I agree pretty much everything John said is correct. People buy them. The little green Alien at the gun shows is a great marketing tool. Kids love him.

[@jspiderone]

😂

[@kylehughes6324]

Not as bad as urban carry lol

[@MAGAMAN]

He makes good points in the video.

[@E3BillGates1]

I gotta tell you John, respectfully, I think you missed the mark on this review my friend. As much as you tried to make it sound unbiased it came out as sounding even MORE biased. I'm sorry for your friend's experience with customer service. I truly am. But I couldn't help but believe that the experience had a profoundly negative impact on your review. Just before I wrote this I borrowed some appendix holsters from some friends and co-workers then went out and bought the Alien Gear Shape Shift kit. Yes, I consider it a kit, not just a holster. Now, a caveat before we go further: I carry at about the eight to nine o'clock position. Inside the waist band, all the time. I say this because I just don't see how you appendix carriers can carry that way. Anyway, I thought you were right. All of the leather and neoprene holsters were by far the most comfortable. However, I couldn't keep some of the holsters from "sinking" a bit as I went about my activities. I just couldn't get the adjustment loops to set and stay where I wanted them and therefore had to go on a quick fishing expedition to make sure I had my grip correct before pulling. Like I said though, all were very comfortable to varying degrees. I also tried some Kydex and even plastic holsters. They would've been alright if the edges and seams had been finished. But I did notice that the weapon felt a little more secure in them. Then the Alien Gear. Like you I "built" an appendix holster first. I don't and won't presume why I didn't have any trouble assembling it but I considered it easy to build. Although bulkier than some of the other holsters it was only about slightly as bulky as most of the others. The weight wasn't as light as I would have liked but I had no problems carrying it the whole day. The two things that set it apart for me was the security of the weapon (I could have been upside down on a trapeze with it and never felt that it was going to pull loose and drop out), and the fact that I could build other holsters or make a hundred of adjustments on the holster to fit exactly as I wanted it to. I do agree that modular holsters aren't for everyone. But it sounds like Alien Gear is at least attempting to make custom pattern shells for as many weapons as possible and provide everything the buyer may need to let the buyer determine how and where on the body they'd like to wear it. One place I WON'T be wearing it ..... appendix. Too close to the boys for me.

[@dangerclose1963]

Bill Gates 👍🏻😎👍🏻

[@RoacHK1LLaH420]

Get him sir, i agree. 😎

[@SuperNelsonEddie]

I agree. Love all of your vids but this one was obviously full of bias. You should of been 100% yourself before starting it. You came across not your true happy positive self.

[@taylorhosterman521]

I am an employee at alien gear holsters

[@jrlym]

I think people that think highly of alien gear are uneducated on what offerings are out in the market. To say this is proper is silly and shows your inexperience

[@linkh200]

I say to each their own. I'm a slim guy and have used that exact appendix holster for months now and I've had 0 people's with it. Doesn't print, the flap doesn't flop down. No issues. If I find something better, I'll move on. But so far, it does a good job for me.

[@sgtcaboose5407]

Unfortunately with reviews, it's hard to leave personal biases aside. I've carried in an alien gear appendix holster for about a year. It's still in great condition, no visible damage or real wear, after wearing it everyday. It's what works for me and its extreme comfortable actually. and the flap at the top of the holster keeps hard edges from digging into my beer belly.

[@si_vis_pacempara_bellum4906]

Sgt Caboose I carry AIWB exclusively with Tier 1 Concealed, best in the biz 😂 AGH is a cheaper option that does work. But T1C AGIS/AXIS holster really changed me

[@polaire801]

I really enjoyed my crossbreed mini, as it was comfortable and held consistently while allowing for a full grip. I now have one of the ksw holsters John recommends and I really like it. I removed the barrel bumper wedge, as it felt too bulky, but kept the claw. It’s been really nice.

[@MarcosElMalo2]

I expect there to be personal bias. Different people have different needs, and different people are willing to put up with different trade offs. The truth is, if someone wants a perfect (perfect for them) or near perfect holster, they have two options. 1) Learn and master leather* craft, and make your own, 2) Find a master craftsman to make a custom holster for you. Check on Etsy. Seriously! There’s a surprising amount of holster makers in Etsy and thousands of listings for semi custom holsters. *or whatever material you want/need.

[@airborneshodan]

I've had one for a couple of years. Where it shines is gives you several different ways to carry your gun...great for a new gun owner who wants to explore different carry options. I tried each carry option for a week, ended up staying with IWB which is more comfortable than other hybrid options I have used.

[@dekstehnrasta741]

Your recommended Kydex holster maker charges more for their holsters than Alien gear does. They also don't offer the same variety of weapons that Alien gear does (no one does for that matter). Modularity/interchangeability as well as the lifetime shell replacement and free weapon change put Alien Gear leaps and bounds ahead of nearly all holster makers.

[@dekstehnrasta741]

On a side note, I use a We the People all Kydex holster for competition as it is easier for holstering and drawing but is no where near as comfortable for day and night everyday carry and does not have the retention of my Alien Gear cloak tuck (which has been used all day every day for over three years with zero problems), and the Alien gear was less money and came with spare parts.

[@texazroyaltiez]

Yep

[@evandaire1449]

Dekstehn Rasta okay. But a PHLster Floodlight can do all that too. And that’s a fantastic holster. It can be used OWB or AIWB.

[@therealist2481]

Very true. The only thing John seems to be concerned about is money in his pocket. He thinks if he talks down on other companies, people will buy holsters from his sponsers (and then he will receive $ for it). His self defense videos are entertaining, but anything else is crappy, just like he says about this holster

[@crosspointholsters1636]

Kydex is gonna last longer than injection molded garbage

[@sirlosealot8629]

Checked out website you provided cheapest holster i found was $90 and is not made for but three different handguns. The Keeper which i really liked till i saw the price is $160. I agree alien might not be the best option but its not the worst. It might really work for some people. Its all preference. How it fits you.

[@ASPextra]

Nah, not really. It meets the bare standards, but I would literally take any of the holsters listed in the description that I had to pay for, over an AG that they sent me for free.

[@miguelhobando]

For everyone checking out this kit, don’t forget that the “lug nut piece” is what you use in the front to adjust retention. I hated the holster until I realized I could adjust the retention

[@namelessnoone9438]

10:00 you tell me what looks more comfortable. I learned how to make holsters from Philster but if I had to pick I'd rather have soft rubber and spring steel poking me in the cut instead of sharp kydex...

[@theshapeexists]

Been carrying for years. My favorite holster company went out of business and I bought an alien gear just out of curiosity, and a firearms trainer I know gave me a coupon code, and it was so affordable I couldn't not try one out. I love mine, it's a 2nd gen iwb, and still works great after several years and 1000s of presentations. I've got drawers full of holsters and only a handful I actually use; Galco, my old shepherds, U.S. Grunt Gear, Foxx, and Alien Gear. All brands I carry without hesitation, but with full confidence. Wish shepherd started making holsters again. Mine are probably close to 15 years old, the leather, rivets and kydex are as great as from when I first got them broken in, and I paid $35 for each one. Killer bang for the buck.

[@inhumanfilth681]

I dont care for the shapeshift but the cloak tuck 3.5 is great. I do hard work roll around and crawl under houses changing air units and it has held up great over the past 3 years

[@ASPextra]

I am not a fan of hybrids.

[@inhumanfilth681]

@@ASPextra fair enough if we all liked the same thing there would only be one holster i guess lol.

[@texw4062]

OMGyash! I hate his reviews. Instead of reviews, he needs to call them "Huffy Rants". The main reason this is a problem is that he spends the WHOLE TIME giving his *sigh* his wincing face about literally EVERYTHING. "Some kind of NEOPRENE!" He sounds all huffy and puffy about even the "positive points". He's all upset about the fact that you have to put it together when the WHOLE POINT is that you GET to put it together and change up it's location etc. UUGGHH "you gotta use one of THEEEEESE little dudes..."

[@ASPextra]

It’s a bad holster. Simple.

[@texw4062]

Maybe it is. We'll never know unless I go find someone who can objectively review it, or I buy it myself. Why did you even bother?

[@ryanschweikhardt]

@@ASPextra chevy is a bad car. I've never driven one on a regular basis but it's a bad car LMFAO. Learn how to be thorough and not biased.

[@masonlee5453]

I agree this video was more negatively biased than it had to be, but the opposite is awful too. Like Sootch gives a glowing review to EVERYTHING. He claims he doesn't but the things he says that are bad are completely negligible like the mags are expensive.

[@ITGuyLevi]

@@ASPextra I watch a lot of your videos and you have a lot of good content, personally I think all appendix holsters are bad; on that note though I've never carried appendix (after the Army I've developed a bit of a dunlop myself), I prefer IWB at around 4:30 or open. If you still have that kit laying around would you consider giving your opinion on the other configurations? I'd like to see a review from your perspective (you seem to not like them much) on the quality of the IWB configuration. As a side note I like videos that point out the shortcomings rather than just harping on the good points so I think you could give some good insight on the other configurations. Edit: You don't have to go over how to set up the IWB config, that's easy enough to see; just your opinion on how it fits/feels/carries.

[@simplerick256]

Sooo we shouldn't trust the lifetime ironclad warranty?

[@ASPextra]

I mean, I hope they’ve improved over the last couple of years.

[@simplerick256]

I purchased the iwb holster alone. Didn't see the pint in buying the whole kit. Conceals my weapon perfectly, guess its my body shape with a shorter torso. So far so good

[@nakumastone715]

I use one for my Sig, I love it. I forget it’s there at times. Can barely see it under my shirt, if at all.

[@idaho2085]

@13:04 it looks like the belt is REALLY saggy. Is that typical of appendix carry, or what's the deal there?

[@ASPextra]

Not really saggy, but has good vertical rigidity with good torsional flexibility.

[@Menochez]

John, I always enjoy your videos and online content and as such, I respect your opinions. My biggest issue with this "review" is that you managed to make yourself look like the people on the 'before' portion of informercials who never seem to be able to do the simplest tasks.

[@ASPextra]

lol I swear I tried!

[@YardEnvy]

Duuuude i was thinking the same exact thing🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@johnmuse6362]

True on info commercial hahahah

[@45Blackjack]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rai1gIOEaKucqJo Friends Joey commercial. 😜

[@PabloLTorres]

I got one allien gear for my M11A1 = P229 for IWB pressure retention and is comfortable and I find it competent for a conceal carry IWB. Fully assembled.

[@jackmcallister4456]

This dude is giving me MAJOR "argue with a teenager at a little league base ball game" vibes.

[@breichow76]

I just got my AGSS last week and am still in testing. I’ve almost always carried OWB for my entire carrying life, so the IWB holsters are new to me as a carry alternative. I think you make the holster changing process overly complicated because it really is simple. I change between the appendix as a belt slide, ankle, and the strong side carriers using two different shells daily to try different guns in different positions with no effort which is where this system shines. If you have multiple guns that you use during the week (for me it’s the M&P 9c and full size), the ability to transfer platforms without buying more holsters is a bonus. On the clips, you can get full loop clips if you worry about things slipping out. I don’t, but I also don’t appendix carry routinely so I haven’t run into that problem. On support, I emailed AG support with a concern last week on one of my shells (minor concern) and they had a replacement in the mail same day. I can’t say that my experience was anything but stellar customer service. From every review I’ve read about AG, your story is unusual. Not saying it didn’t happen, just saying it is the anomaly compared to other reviews. I think your review is your opinion and my jury is still out, but I appreciate dissenting opinions when I evaluate gear and you are one of the few people that don’t like the AGSS system.

[@ASPextra]

It does none of the things you want it to do well. None.

[@BassFlatsBeyond]

breichow76 let me know how it holds up to an ECQC class.

[@CatMan_7]

breichow76 - I have had stellar results as well, with the holster and customer service, which I have to say is out of this world. In His side ways comparison of the 2 holsters, he still has the shims you can remove. That’s Murphy for you, you have to be smarter then the equipment you use, or at least read the manual. Still value his opinion and insights and the work they put into ASP.

[@stephenbaintonjr2718]

Buy an IWB holster (with soft-loops) from Greenforce Tactical or NSR Tactical... they make the best holsters.

[@LegalAmerican4]

@@ASPextra You're so bothered that he is liking it so far. Relax. Your friends will still send you free Holsters, I'm sure.

[@bradiverson7616]

I think going to buy one just out of spite for this terrible review.

[@ASPextra]

Your money, not mine. It's a terrible holster.

[@klauswelch]

I did, ahaha. Will know tomorrow if I'm just completely wrong and John was right. Either way, he did a poor job actually trying to review the system. Also ignores that there are single holster options from the company, different loops, ECT. John also only tried AIWB which in all fairness, even the guys who review and liked the OWB and/or IWB said the AIWB isn't comfortable or really any good. I don't plan to AIWB at this point so that isn't a concern for me. I suspect that the holster will be good, maybe even very good. Is it going to be like a custom fit and finished holster from a small shop... No, I didn't suspect it will be the creme de la creme. I also doubt it's going to be some Ikea POS. Also find it funny that someone complains about having to put something together, like 3 pieces. You can't put a few plastic pieces together but can field strip a pistol or rifle with fine springs? Never mind that once you put it together in the config you're happy with, you could never change it if you didn't want to. /Sigh, some people will just find things to complain about.

[@waynej9238]

@@ASPextra what do you suggest is a good holster than?

[@ppowerproductions2953]

Telling yah buy one you will be impressed yes you do have to put it together but they send a in-depth booklet step by step and once you get it and do it it will become super easy they are very well built and have never failed me with customer service

[@Aliengearholsters]

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[@TwinTurboLsx]

well when you buy the shapeshifter kit that's got multiple different configurations, that's what you get. Its flexibility. Had you bought a singular holster, it would be different.

[@AnEnemyAnenome]

Somebody never played with his dad's Lincoln Logs as a kid... Seriously it took me a few minutes to assemble and disassemble each holster variation at a gun show and I've never carried a day in my life. It was not complicated at all.

[@3nertia]

Alien Gear just isn't one of his sponsors ...

[@SRFDriver]

@@3nertia Jeez, I hope that's not the reason he doesn't like it...

[@3nertia]

@@SRFDriver One would hope but these days ...

[@helioacid8182]

@16:05 you said watch your holstering video but i cant seem to find it can you point me in the right direction

[@ASPextra]

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[@toamaiusdvignir9468]

This video seemed a little bias and shilly to me. I bought a cloak tuck 3.0 for my Glock 26 and a owb paddle holster Glock 19, great product and excellent build quality.

[@neostephens8980]

I think they must have turned him down for channel sponsorship b/c pretty much every gripe he had about the hostler and the customer service is the exact opposite.

[@rym6829]

@@neostephens8980 I was about to say every other review I've seen on Alien Gear has been real positive.

[@neostephens8980]

@@rym6829 I don't mean to sound like Alien Gear is the solution for everyone in every situation, but to say their products don't work or are not effective, just seems to me to have a chip on his shoulder about the company. I can say they do have excellent customer service b/c I've had to send a coupe of products back b/c they weren't for me and they didn't blink at all about the return. But oh well.

[@sundaynightdrunk]

@@neostephens8980 I went to John's first link on this video and it says "specialists in appendix carry." I own an IWB alien gear, but I carry at 4 o'clock-ish, and it's great for that and very comfortable. Their appendix solution in this design isn't great-you need a really minimal holster like John shows for that.

[@dare21magine]

Alien gear are geniuses.. most comfortable holsters eva, best customer service, free shell exchanges for life. Can't really say anything negative about them

[@ASPextra]

Except their product sucks.

[@jorgesolis9468]

@@ASPextra not really it meets all your requirements you need

[@jorgesolis9468]

@@ASPextra not to mention you got the sule that is supposed to be good at everything but not the best at eff setting I would get a specific backing

[@JeepsRtheDevil]

If you are biased against a product do us a favor and let it be. I like your other videos but it's a great holster. I've got 5 different holsters of varying price ranges and the AG beats them all easily. I own 2. One for the 19 and one for the shield and it just doesn't get any more comfortable. Customer service has always been excellent. To each their own but I definitely lose respect for people who make trash vids to shit on something they don't like.

[@ASPextra]

I didn’t shit on it. I showed it’s flaws. Which are many.

[@JeepsRtheDevil]

@@ASPextra right... but your pals are great. We see. Funny how everyone I've spoken to has had no issues in the time I've been aware of the equipment.

[@ASPextra]

Show me a national-level trainer who is not paid by Alien Gear, who nevertheless uses Alien Gear products. Just one.

[@JeepsRtheDevil]

@@ASPextra I couldn't tell you who got paid by who for what. You can tell me you didn't trash a popular holster for any reason other than your friend didn't like the customer service and I can't prove otherwise. Point was you did make a video trashing a popular holster and I gave you my opinion on that. It works great for me and my circle of friends. We don't get paid to endorse anything. We carry different weapons. We like the holster. We don't try to trash crossbreed for example. I didn't like the holster I got from them. Other people do like it. That's their preference. AG seems to sell pretty well so they must be doing something right. Even without your endorsement. 👍

[@mcouture8169]

@@ASPextra Hi ASP - Neal (sp?) and Kim at Geauga Firearms seemed to enjoy the AG Shapeshift quite a bit. Probably has a lot to do with body type and where you like to carry. I really like most of your videos that I've seen before, but in the two I watched today (this + why u don't like hybrid holsters), you seemed very unhappy. What did AG do right? They corrected the retention issue. What does AG still need to work on? 1) Ensure a clear path for the trigger when re-holstering (for us muffin toppers), 2) add a claw or foam to control printing, and 3) reduce overall thickness of holster. I don't own an AG holster, but I understand a lot of folks like them and I respect that. I also respect AG's attempts at improvement (modular/retention). Hey AG... nice effort. Please work on these things to make life better for gun owners who aren't stick-people ;)

[@AmerijamAcres]

I have an alien gear cloak tuck 3.5 and I love it. I can carry my full size beretta 92 without any trouble. It is the best holster I’ve used. I bought the shape shift for my para tac-four 1911 .45 and I don’t like it at all. Just like you said it doesn’t do anything well. I’d suggest getting the holsters they make that are for one specific purpose.

[@CyberXShinobi]

John I love you and your content, but you sound like a grandpa trying to learn how to use a new piece of technology. 😅

[@ASPextra]

Just showing you what it does.

[@thedude5449]

This isn't new tech, this is garbage.

CyberShinobi Not really. Have you ever opened one of those kits? It is a chore to figure it out.

[@android999killz]

Don't knock him 'till you've tried it!

[@CatMan_7]

I enjoy learning new stuff and once I got into the kit and started fiddling around with it, I like it.

[@c.b.7830]

I'm currently running this modular set. In ways, I agree with John, in other ways he is vastly wrong. It's not the best holster system in the world. BUT, I was unsure how I wanted to carry as I am relatively new to ccw. This kit is AMAZING for giving you 4 different options to try. It's a starting point, nothing more, nothing less. From this system you can determine how you like to carry, then move up to a higher quality holster that will cost you more than this entire kit.

[@ASPextra]

On the one hand I really hear what you're saying, as getting a $100 starter kit gives you some ideas. The challenge is that it's a BAD AIWB holster, so many will try it and think AIWB is bad for them when it's a bad holster and therefore it might not be a bad position for you. Likewise the OWB setup is bulky and poor concealment, and so a new carrier might get a bad impression of what OWB carry actually entails. So since the holsters don't do any of the positions well, I don't think they give a good representation of what the setup is.

[@c.b.7830]

@@ASPextra I get what you're saying. But in the end, that's the trade off, jack of all trades, master of none. I'm currently running this kit, more specifically the AIWB with a cloak mag carrier. It's got a stock PPQ M2 in it, and my spare 15rd mag. Your right, it's not perfect, but with a little ingenuity and some adjustment time, it works just fine. If I had to put a review on it, I would say this; get the kit if your not sure, promptly realize that AIWB is awesome, then use it until you can afford and receive a Tier 1 Concealed.

[@JoseDiaz-xy8nx]

Their customer service was great when I dealt with them.

[@mrwashur1991]

I called for a question and I got through in like 2 minutes and the lady was super nice. I like John but I feel like he already has his mind made up and just didn’t want to like it. I’d say it’s cool idea and seems to be put together very well. It’s definitely not the equivalent to a $160 kydex AIWB with a mag carrier. I bet it’s a hell of a lot more comfortable though. Also I mean the only reason I didn’t want to try a hybrid is because of the retention. This covers that so I am going to try it out. If it sucks I’ll send it back. Awesome that you also get owb option too.

[@Outkast353]

you can get those same clips and several others with your alien gear holster. soft loops, hard loops, the ones the that hook underneath. they come in plastic, leather, and metal.

[@LegalAmerican4]

To summarize: You've got an axe to grind and this was the perfect time and place for you to do it. You got a holster kit that requires some customization and then got annoyed that you had to do what it was designed to have you do. Your favorite Holsters were the two made by your buddies. You couldn't tighten the retention but after ten seconds and a simple tool swap it worked fine. You wanted more retention and then got annoyed that the retention clip made holstering the firearm more difficult. I enjoy your content but this wasn't a real review. I don't own any Alien Gear products but I can see that this video is not helpful to honest consumers who might have different needs than you have. Not helpful coming from a guy who a lot of people rely on for expertise.

[@ASPextra]

lol no

[@braxtonhall9536]

@@ASPextra grow up

[@johnnypopulus5521]

"Lol no" & "grow up"...no real reply to what you had so say other than ad hominem gibberish. I agree entirely with what you said & found this "review" to be lacking in objectivity. I own no alien gear either. The customization level on their stuff is better than any other company out there & Inguess a tool swap or two is just too much for some.

[@2ndclasscitizen172]

Guys if you don't like John's reviews and feelings on this product maybe idk watch a different review 😐. John is a Genuine person and is saying how he truly feels and his experience no matter through a friend or not not I came to hear his opinion and I feel I got that here and I'm pleased to say I will buy no holster or any products from any company who want stand behind the crap they sell. Would you have felt better if he did a review and didn't give his ture views on it I mean isn't that why you took time to watch this maybe considering a purchase? Or just wanted something to bitch about. Either way much appreciated John you saved me from buying again another crappie holster. I will be checking out the suggested company's you are awesome bro keep it up. Real stay real and the fake well who care they fake lmfao 🤣

[@markguitarcote]

Have you tried an Alien Gear holster? I bought a Glock - 19 Cloak Tuck 3.5 IWB Holster and I carry, 4 o’clock, every day. It is so comfortable that I can barely tell it’s there… It has adjustable retention with a kydex shell and a neoprene backing which is breathable and extremely comfortable! I also have a full kydex holster for appendix carry, different manufacturer, and had to make a modification to keep it from digging into my pubic bone, (Dr Shols, heel cushion) and I can now carry that any time as well. So use the shape shift for what it is and you’ll probably like it.

[@nickaguilar5687]

Alien gear IWB holster is the most comfortable holster I’ve had. Feels great on body. There customer service is awesome.

[@pontiacgrandam1989]

Have had many holsters and every alien gear holster i get i absolutely love and every time I get a new gun the first thing I think is can I get a alien gear holster for this

[@rwcolvin4229]

And the Academy Award for best presentation of bias goes to ASP! Not everyone has holster manufacturers sending free product. As a 72 yr old retired concealed carrier I love my alien gear holsters. You have reinforced my determination to stop watching your videpos as there obviously is no impartial commentary as you are incapable of setting aside your biases. Watching this did provide a good laugh, at you.

[@sjktico]

You’re 72 and acting like an offended snowflake teenage girl?

[@shawndegoniaii5979]

Is the shapeshift the best? Hell no and I wouldn't purchase one but their solid kydex or injection holsters seem pretty good for an owb paddle holster.

[@domenicromero8216]

Never trust someone who has their own logo tattooed on their forearm lol

[@keatonjorgensen8793]

Amen

[@MetalMike55]

John, how do you sit and drive and live normally with appendix carry? I'm a skinny guy 30 inch waste band; I've put on a lot of muscle but my waste is still small regardless. I'd like to carry my glock 19 but it is just way too big and I can only get away with it with appendix carry but it is just uncomfortable.

[@ASPextra]

I need to do a video on that. It’s not difficult but there are some tricks.

[@MetalMike55]

Active Self Protection Extra main thing is it stabs my in the ribs while I sit. What do I do to be able to sit comfortably

[@mattridenhour8820]

Little disappointed in myself that I watched to whole video.

[@rjboomboomwashington3631]

I’m with u lol

[@kabal28]

Same

[@kaneslayer3467]

Same

[@MAGAMAN]

I'm a little disappointed in myself that I bought one of their holsters.

[@verongoodwin9866]

Hello John not sure if its allowed but here goes.....what apendix and IWB strongside carry do you recommend for the Springfield XD 9 4" barrel

[@ASPextra]

Black Arch holsters.

[@DeltaWye123]

This review sounds extremely bias right from the start! I like how he measures things. He puts them side by side and proceeds to guess that one holster is 1/2 inch wider than the other. Many people seem to think it’s an awesome thing that they hear a click sound once their gun has been inserted. He acted like it was no big deal. I can go on...

[@rugfixr]

He said he was biased from the jump. This may not be the most fair review, but it proves John is a very loyal friend.

[@2wongsdontmakearice588]

>says review is biased from the start >doesn't explain why its biased from the start >proceeds to bitch like a baby

[@DuDe3810]

He held them up next to each other, and I was like "yeah those look about the same." Then he said one was 1/2 inch thicker, and I was like bro what are you on

[@ericolsen9799]

I for one love it. It is secure and the fits the your gun perfectly. The Ankle version is the best ankle carry holster you will ever find.

[@ASPextra]

Oh no. It is not nearly the best ankle holster you will find. Not by a mile.

[@keepingquiet22]

@@ASPextra I am looking for a good ankle carry solution. Do you have some recommendations? P30SK

[@somersetbassett4580]

Love all of the work on ASP, great channel. Seems like John really did not want to like this holsters systems, and didn't. I prefer strongside IWB and that works great. Also have the extra shell and car seat pack, which I have found to be great for lefties.

[@hughjassole1978]

What’s the car seat pack? I’m left handed & would like a mount in my car. Just got into AG shapeshift aiwb. I had the strong side one for awhile now, I just primarily appendix carry.

[@bdogg20101]

I also had a really bad customer service experience with Alien Gear. I was missing parts so I emailed customer service and they sent me a reply to call customer service. So I did. And I get a pre-recorded message that they are short handed and they do not have enough staff to answer phone calls. Till date, I am still missing parts 1+ years later.

[@ericlopez7120]

I love the shape shift because you can put it together. You can “shape” and “shift” things any way you want. That’s the kind of versatility I was looking for a holster. I love mine and wear it nearly every day. Not saying it’s perfect, but it does the job.

[@kuhntechbk]

Not sure which holster you have from Keepers but I’ve looked at a couple and they are $150+. They might be worth it but I haven’t pulled the trigger on one yet.

[@ASPextra]

Yeah they're not cheap. Worth it, though.

[@bsgillis]

I love constructive, unbiased reviews. Let me know when you make one.

[@ASPextra]

This is as unbiased as exists.

[@bsgillis]

Your reply is as hilarious as it gets.

[@abellius66]

@@bsgillis There is no such thing as an unbiased review.

[@limitedhangoutlive]

“Unbiased” review? Unless you have no opinion hence nullifying the purpose of a review, an unbiased review doesn’t exist.

[@tco8183]

I bought the alien gear shapeshift. The strong side option is the only thing I used from it. over time i found that appendix position is what i prefer but the alien gear appendix option sucks and i don’t use the off body mount or any of the owb options so basically I paid $100 for a 4:30 position which i don’t prefer. Ended up buying a bravo concealment appendix holster and love it. I’d say this alien gear kit is a great option for those who don’t know how they want to carry yet. It’ll help you decide what OTHER holster you want. lol

[@danielhesse8600]

I love my tier1concealed Agis, do you have any experience with these?

[@ASPextra]

No, sure don't.

[@ryanamey5024]

So I gotta ask because I also own a VP9 that I intended to conceal using the shapeshift. I felt the same way when I first received and tried the holster in that it’s bulky. I’ve since ordered a new shell to use the kit with a shield 9mm, but the verdict is still out. Do you conceal your VP9? If so, what holster and configuration have you found to be effective?

[@ASPextra]

I do. If you want a strong side holster, go this one: www.blackarchholsters.com/products/protos-m if you want AIWB, darkstargear.com/product/p30orion/ fits P30 or VP9.

[@0nfir34h1m]

You can buy their appendix carry straight from the site for like $50

[@ASPextra]

And it's crap. :)

[@jacobianmail]

@@ASPextra its crap because you are fat.

[@Juan-qq1rb]

I've had zero issues with customer service at Alien Gear Holster, I only purchased the appendix carry for my Glock 26 and it is delivered. Comfort and security have been outstanding and I trust my life with it. The cost? about $60. ZERO regrets.

[@ngarci8040]

I’ve never seen such a biased review from start to finish IN MY LIFE...!

[@MarcosElMalo2]

You somehow missed the Windows/Mac/Linux Wars *and* the ongoing Android vs iPhone conflict.

[@csgodenver]

totally agree his opening line was taking a dump on AG in the first 30 seconds into the video-really? BTW-carry AIWB AG , use it everday, THIS SYSTEM IS A REALLY GOOD SYSTEM-period.

[@ngarci8040]

@@csgodenver I had one but then upgraded my arm before I even took it out of the box…. But either way the review is a joke….

[@TheBlackKnight6]

I have been carrying a S&W M&P Shield 9 for 4 years now in an AG holster, about 3 on strong side and then the last year appendix. I’ll say that strong side wasn’t too bad, but it’s not great at all as an appendix holster. It never really felt like it fit right (I’m 5’10” and a muscular 205 lbs) and I learned it was due to the lack of a wedge and claw, I think. It’s just a really bad appendix holster, not well thought out…so I completely agree with you. Again, the strong side holster I used was ok. Their paddle holster is bad…the way the retention button works doesn’t allow you to get a good high grip on the gun and if you push the button too high up then it flexes, doesn’t release, and feels like it might break…something that could get you killed. I don’t recommend the paddle holster AT ALL. I do NOT recommend AG. By the way John your weight loss is looking great. Love your content on this channel and the main channel.

[@averageamerican1287]

I've been using alien gear for a long time and short of putting loctite on the screws have never had a problem. I purchased the shapeshift for a g22 and since have purchased shells for 1911..g27...g19 and a couple more. I think its ideal if you change your carry position as I do.

[@halfbakednbearded4996]

Id love to see an updated review of the Shapeshifter 4.0 and see of he has any different opinions

[@GUNNYJones-zm5eo]

When I started working as EPO I will admit money was a little bit tight and I ran a Alien Gear holster one of their hybrids for some time. Personally I never had a moment's problem with the holster but I do agree with your assessment for the price point they're not bad but there is better on the market now. I now use a Kydex holster for both on a job and personal CCW carry. At times I will switch up and utilize a leather inside the waistband or outside the waistband holster from a long-standing highly reputable holster company. But as I said in the beginning getting started the Alien Gear wasn't all that bad it's served its purpose.

[@nettles89]

Yeah, John's got a pretty substantial prejudice against AG, and has a hard time giving them anything like a fair assessment. That said, my wife got me the shapeshift for my birthday last year and while I find the IWB and OWB hybrid to be extremely comfortable, durable, safe, effective, and reliable, the appendix version truly does absolutely suck. For a guy like John who pretty much only carries appendix, that makes it worthless, but I wish he'd recognize that factor for what it is before declaring the entire thing junk without even bothering to assess all it's other possibilities. My experience with AG has been the exact opposite of his, and I was really skeptical going in, fully expecting to hate it and return it (which they make very easy, by the way).

[@DavidConleycpataxnet]

You're right- we love ya John but there a bias here but your post is spotone, the appendix setup is fair, at best, their ankle holster is superb.

[@robleekay6271]

I purchased an alien gear OWB holster for my Ruger Lc9s, it doesn't stay snug against my hip. Any suggestions for a holster?

[@ASPextra]

If you want OWB, Safariland is my go to.

[@joshuashaw9384]

I have the Alien Gear Shape Shift holster for my Taurus PT111 G2C. I have to say that I can definitely see the opposing viewpoint. If you are a competitive shooter or you carry your firearm concealed it's definitely not the best holster on the market. I live in Georgia so I have the option of open carrying and conceal carrying. It's kind of a pain in the butt to by 4 different holster set ups spending well over $300 so I can carry whatever way I want when I want. This holster may be slightly less quality than the other holsters but for a 100 bucks being able to switch between any holster I could possibly want is awesome for my personal use. I prefer to open carry and the paddle holster and the belt slide holster work great for me. The problem with the IWB holster for is is the size. I'm only 160 pounds and trying to conceal a firearm is a pain in the butt regardless, yet less with this holster it looks like I'm carrying a bazooka down my pants and a G2C is a pretty small firearm. The only time I ever carry concealed is if I'm on my girlfriend's college campus which is required by law in Georgia to carry concealed...and I have traveled to Florida several times where I've had to carry concealed to due to their laws. Over all I don't think this is a terrible holster it definitely suits my needs for the price point. There are definitely better holsters on the market but Alien Gear by no means is garbage

[@jaywade6443]

Pt111 G2 is my weapon Of choice as well, great gun for an incredible price!

[@maxzorin9425]

I have used Alien Gear for two years. No issues with quality. The systems are flexible and comfortable. I carry daily, and I could not be happier.

[@ASPextra]

Hope none of the problems ever manifest for you, like on the worst day of your life when you work it hard.

[@joemiester31]

You literally went over just one configuration. You also compared this directly to an owb, yet you did not go over any outside the waistband configurations the Alien Gear has to offer. I'm not saying you have to like the thing. We are all entitled to an opinion and facts and figures should dictate our opinions but this was like watching CNN. You only showed what you wanted to show. (Appendix). Unlike CNN you at least told me that you had a bias. Hahaha. I hope you consider making another video to show the other configurations. Even if you just tell me what you don't like about them. I know you think everyone should carry appendix but that does not mean we all do.

[@577Nicholas]

So I am a new concealed carrier I don’t want to appendix carrier would you still suggest the keeper I’m looking more for side carry since that’s where are used to open carry

[@ASPextra]

If you openly carry you MUST have active retention and the only one I recommend is the Safariland ALS for that. For concealed carry strong side we have a list of holster makers we recommend here: activeselfprotection.com/75164-2/

[@sisyphus6630]

@@ASPextra about the open carry, I’ve seen several videos of open carry guns being stolen but all of them where kept either stuck in a back pocket, a sticky holster in the back or mexican carry. Have you ever seen someone get a gun in a proper leather or kydex holster that is strong side and angled forward slightly? Especially if it’s either a pancake or iwb holster.

[@rafaelcalderon6028]

You have to he very simple minded if you dont understand how this holster system works. Have the same for my VP9.

[@KNALChihuahua]

I love unbiased reviews with no preconceptions of a product what so ever!

[@cg5617]

No preconceptions? The guy was huffing and puffing the moment he had to physically pick up the holster. **picks up box, ahhhh the effort, grimmace face**

[@KNALChihuahua]

@@cg5617 obviously you're blind

[@vitaly6312]

I’ve had the AG holster since day 1 (9 years now?) and I bought one of the holsters which you’ve promoted before for another firearm I have and it was kinda trash. The whole point of AG, in my opinion, is to figure out exactly what works for you. The same holster and gun that fits me and doesn’t print, prints on my gf, and my gf’s gun that conceals well for her, doesn’t work for me. Different body types, different carry styles, etc. There are NO perfect carry holsters that work for everyone, but also most people don’t get free holsters, custom made holsters for you, or have money to buy 10-100 holsters that cost $80-$100 each that gun “influencers” have. This video missed the mark completely - unfortunately. But I guess 1 in however many videos is a pretty good percentage :-)

[@officerzanzibar701]

John, with my kydex holsters’ screws, I always remove and clean them. I then apply blue locktight and tighten securely.

[@ASPextra]

Always a good idea.

[@AOMartialArts]

I had an alien gear holster once. Price was good. Was pretty comfy. I had the .... maybe "soft tuck" which is a kydex face on leather backing. 1.) Overall comfort: wears ALL DAY no problem. 2.) Customer service in my experience was freakin' amazing. 3.) They've got a lifetime deal so if you get a new gun they'll ship you a new shell face for like $12. Not bad. *CONS:* A.) Inconvenient to put on, especially with the two clips B.) Inconveniently large when dropping a deuce in a gas station loo. C.) Reholstering is a little precarious because the leather flap at top that protects your slide from sweat tends to fold over the shell. That means two handed reholster or the precarious "muzzle yourself in the pelvis and lever the nose of the barrel in there" action. No go. Overall: I was satisfied with Aliengear but won't buy another IWB holster from them.

[@duncemonkey14]

Man if you treasure your health you should really stay away from gas station bathrooms. I used to work at a truck stop and had to clean the showers that was the most disgusting thing I've ever seen in my life, worse than cleaning Porta-Johns for a living.

[@rogerj412]

I completely agree too. I was also dumb enough to buy two of their leather gun belts, talk about bad purchase (they are nice but way overpriced). I used their adjusted waist band measurements and the sent the belts I received I couldn't use for EDC (the main reason for buying them) but they worked fine if I was in a tailored suit. Like a dumb dumb I didn't send them back in time to get replacements and when I contacted them about it the cough cough (literally the person said **cough cough** ) solution was to take a drill press to a virtually brand new belt so I could put more holes in them.

[@m-s.t.l9386]

Rob Hodge Alien Gear doesn’t use kydex

[@78squarebodyjimmy10]

I would enjoy reading what alien gear has to comment on this review.

[@ASPextra]

Well, clearly they disagree. :)

[@Dmkpit401]

I wanna see his review on the tampons he uses, my girl might find it detailed enough to switch over to his brand....KSG May very well have some great holsters but for about 3 weapons and 2 of them for right handers so Unless you own a glock or A CZ I guess you should on a luck

[@mikebridges5056]

Should on a luck?

[@billyd8989]

Lol

[@joshhill4903]

Thanks- i own a cz so ill check em out and forget about this-

[@SCH292]

Not gonna lie John. I bought the Alien Gear Shape Shift core pack aka the $100 pack. I do like it and the idea but not all the way like it. Like you said around 17:14. The Belt Clip is too weak and too thin. Also YEP at 17:28 when you're talking about the entire holster coming out that happened to me. Hear me out okay? When standing still, drawing from IWB 3'0 clock..yeah..no issues but as soon as I do the followings..the holster start too...yeah... A: Sit down on a chair and draw while sitting down. The holster claw is sort of loosen off my belt, holster doesn't fall off but the claw has shifted off the belt and the holster tilts a bit forward. B. Move forward or backward, side step and draw gun. Sometimes the holster comes out and fall on the ground or sometimes the entire holster comes out. C. Practice ducking/taking cover and draw. Sometimes the holster falls out or the entire thing comes out. The only thing I learn about Core Pack. It gave me an general idea on what type of carry I like and type of holsters I prefer. Now I carry a Black Arch Single Clip IWB Protos - M. I played with this Black Arch and did my own playing style. Black Arch holds very well.

[@ASPextra]

Yeah this is part of why I think it's unsat. :)

[@moshpitscotty8043]

I know I'm late to the conversation I've been dealing with the Alien Gear for about five years now starting with their inside the waistband cloak 2.0 not the best inside the waistband holster but better compared to some other ones I've tried but when they upgraded to this shape shifter wow what a great Improvement as far as customer service goes I've never had any issues with them cracking a shell sent it in got an replacement no questions asked got rid of a gun and got a new one sent in the Shell got the new shell no questions asked the company does great work they're made in America this is a good company to choose at least you admit you have biases so we know if we can take your opinion about it and place it where it needs to be bias thanks for all the awesome videos but I truly feel your opinion on this matter is incorrect😎🇺🇸👌🏻

[@blackcellagent]

John, I just checked out your top three holster makers websites. From what I could tell they only make AIWB. I don’t carry appendix, any suggestions for for a standard right side IWB carrier?

[@ASPextra]

I know that Gabe makes a strong side.

[@blackcellagent]

Active Self Protection Extra You are indeed correct sir, my error. The “sidekick” that Gabe offers is an A/IWB holster. I think I’m going to try it out. Thanks John

[@apogeebysynergy]

I bought a cloak 2 when I first started carrying a couple of years ago. I feel like alien gear holsters are for new concealed carriers that really don't know any better. After trying to live with it for a couple month I finally ditched it and went kydex.

[@ASPextra]

They market well for sure.

[@CraigSummers]

Well said Kevin!

[@digitalaether]

@@ASPextra For everyone acting like he doesn't say anything nice about Alien Gear, he does praise their marketing team. ;)

[@danstinson7687]

I use the Alien Gear chest holster for my SIG 229. Very comfortable, secure, and easy on and off. Adjustable and can wear it a long time.

[@VikingPreparedness]

John, whatever you are doing is WORKING! Great job. You look great. Bless you.

[@Kam-Bogey]

VikingPreparedness based on the dilated pupils, jittery jaw, sweating, lip licking, rambling, nervousness, sunken eyes, eye circles and teeth grinding one can surmise what is “working”.

[@marccayson]

I have an alien gear shape shift for my sig 365XL. I love the crap out of it. It's comfortable all day long easy to draw and re-holster. For my money I have zero complaints. Yes you have to take the time to set it up for how you dress and carry but if there is better I have yet to find it

[@lewislewis4917]

Love when I see an hones straight forward talk about a product and don't hold back.

[@EBB47]

Yeah it prints more and is bulky, but you made alot of negatives for things that you say could potentially happen. Like your argument against the belt clip coming out, well it didn't. The little things holding the holster together could break and the holster can come apart.. well have they? I've started out with alien gear and still use a few things from them like the mag carriers and OWB holster but i've drifted away from my cloaktuck 3.0 It had great concealment but a pretty bad hand purchase.

[@cfh13]

As he stated multiple times he never wore the holster to really try it out. He only made this video to talk shit about it because its not one of his friends holsters. How can you give an honest review if you dont ever wear the thing?

[@chuckbridgeland6181]

"You get three holsters!" -- No. You get three, but one at a time. In my journey I'm ending up where JC is, minimalist kydex, with belt loops.

[@ChrisHirner]

I got the one for strong side or 4 o clock. And yeah its just too big and ya gotta undo your pants to get it on and off. comfy though.

[@NHlocal]

Alien Gear was one of the companies I looked at for a holster when I first started to carry. I ended up going with Tier1Concealed. I didn't know about the holsters Gabe, John, and Spencer were making. Tier1Concealed is excellent quality and I am wearing appendix minimum 5 days a week 10 hours a day. Buy a quality kydex holster from a "reputable" company and it is well worth the investment. Thanks for the video John. Be safe! Randy

[@dillonpatterson4310]

The only thing I dont like about my tier 1 holster is it doesn't have a very positive click going in. It's not the end of the world but it is reassuring.

[@NHlocal]

@@dillonpatterson4310 I've got all 3 of my T1C holsters adjusted so they give a "pretty good" click when they "hit home". I agree, they don't give a clear/positive click but, I have not had any problems whatsoever with retention. At the CC2 class I took in September the instructor had us laying on the ground, rolling onto our sides and rolling onto our backs and my holster performed flawlessly. Keep yourself safe Dillon! Randy

[@theusualone1]

Hey hope you’re doing well what do you think about this holster today or package looking for a good holster for conceal for Springfield hellcat thanks

[@joefoxamerican1525]

Don’t beat around the bush dude, just say what you think.......I WANT ONE NOW!!!!, you sold it to me😃

[@striker101nicary]

Have you checked out any crucible concealment holsters?

[@ASPextra]

I am not familiar with that brand. Sorry!

[@striker101nicary]

@@ASPextra No worries, I appreciate the quick reply.

[@AntMcLeod]

Wow, he never reviewed the holster! Your credibility just took a hit IMHO. Going to rethink all of the advice coming from this guy. And didn’t tighten the retention. I’m out.

[@ASPextra]

lol bye.

[@onearmedwolf6512]

I don't agree with his assessment of alien gear, but it is a mistake to disregard his advice about self defense. He gives great advice and clearly knows his stuff. Different people have different opinions. Don't let a review you don't agree with make you think he gives bad advice.