Concealed Carry Belts | Episode #28

Instructors Mickey Schuch and Sang Lee talk about concealed carry belts for everyday carry (EDC). What should you worry about for daily use?
Belts are often overlooked, but this foundation gear can make-or-break your carry setup. Is your gun really concealed if you can barely keep your pants up? Leather vs. Nylon belts... Getting a belt that matches the clip on your holster and the loops on your pants.
1.5 or 1.75 inch belts and clips are the most common. Be aware, 1.75" belts are a tight fit for most trouser loops.
Key things to look for in a carry belt are 1) Rigidity (Rigid, but NOT TOO Rigid), 2) Durability, 3) Getting the right size for your Holster (i.e. 1.5").
Belts shown include the:
Blade-Tech Looper Belt
Blue Alpha Gear EDC Belt with SR Buckle (Plastic)
Blue Alpha Gear EDC Belt with Cobra Buckle
Blue Alpha Gear EDC Belt with Hybrid EDC Belt
Holsters shown include the:
Glock 17 Made 2 Carry Holster
Wilson 92G Brigadier Tactical Blade Tech Holster
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[@mikeogden5256]

I love belts 😊

[@octavios8081]

Sang Lee is very composed, I love it. I strive for emotional control.

[@TheRabbit91476]

Never had to break down my blue alpha

[@AKHKCZplus]

So true.......Good vid!

[@tolismargiolas8355]

Very good

[@markfcoble]

Good review, good humour.

[@noahpaul7491]

I've been using my belt I was issued in basic training like 4 years ago. Still does great!

[@chairboi2936]

A cotton web belt? Lord have mercy, those things are actually good?

[@Dopey828]

Good info.

[@multitieredinvestor5246]

Totally agree that the belt is so important. My 43 fell off my flimsy Walmart belt hit the floor and discharged. It had an aftermarket trigger which allowed the safety’s to be overidden. I did two things. First I had the OEM trigger reinstalled and bought the Blue Alpha Low Profile belt.

[@CarryTrainer]

Holy crap. Were you hurt? I'd love to hear more. Email me if you would like to share. [e-mail]

[@davidburrell3501]

I have a Kore gun belt that I love. The fit and finish on it is incredible, and the reinforced core is just thick enough. It doesn't make the belt uncomfortable, while still providing optimum support while carrying. The price was fine considering the use and look of this belt rivals many designer belts on the market. All in all I would highly recommend this belt for anyone looking for a great carry belt. If I had one complaint though, they need more color options for the leather.

[@j.r.777]

Good stuff! I use the duty belt at work that goes around my pants and in the loops for off duty use as well. It does great for my conceal and carry, extra mags that are IWB, my knives and my tourniquet.

[@RandomlyFunnyClips]

Ive had a Kore leather gun belt almost 2 years now that I wear all the time, it looks like new almost. It's the best gun belt I ever had and I"ve had alot of really thick, uncomfortable belts over the years. But this belt adjusts with small notches and fits like a glove. Way better than any others. Its stiff enough to support my glock 19 perfectly in jeans. Not tactical but good around town. Its not supposed to say "look at me I'm wearing a gun belt." That's why they call it concealed carry folks.

[@victorediaz1]

KORE THE BEST BELT EVER.

[@sausti14]

In my opinion, Kore makes the best gun belt I have ever owned. Comfortable, easy to adjust between sitting and standing through clothes without having to expose my firearm. Perfect balance between rigidity and low profile. It's definitely worth a look.

[@birminghamblueheat4986]

I have 2 of the Blue Alpha Gear hybrid belts, they’re awesome. I wear mine every day. It’s the last belt of this kind I’ll every have to buy. Blue Alpha has a no questions asked life time guarantee. Best purchase I ever made.

[@tacticalbt1023]

Leather belts all the way!!

[@emmagomez6906]

It was definitely a great watch. I definitely agree to the fact that a high quality gun belt is the best buddy of the IWB gun holster. That is why I advise people to go for heavy duty, leather gun belts that they can easily order from Urban Carry Holsters.

[@you-nh8xo]

Revaalver

[@SicC678]

EXTREME BELT VIDEO WOOAAHHAA those are nice belts.

[@CarryTrainer]

SicC678 thank you

[@UrbanCarryHolstersCo]

Seriously this is a great belts. They are comfortable and easily support the weight of carried pistol.

[@alejandrogonzales7022]

great video. if you're looking for a nice looking belt that looks right when dressed up, a Trackline is the way to go.

[@lemoidzepol5671]

I have Kore Essential EDC Belt and is awesome. I can easily adjust when I'm in the car and when I go out of the car, with a simply movement I adjust again the belt. Is strong and confortable. I recommended 100%.

[@KevinHullinger]

Learned about edc belts the hard way years ago. Looking for a new belt and options. I’m going to try the budget blue alpha. Thanks for posting!!!

[@nickbrito9423]

Kevin Hullinger kore essentials is awesome

[@samtaylor7800]

just came across your channel. great video. new sub

[@seanprescott2359]

“Maybe you're going to repel today.” 😆😆😆

[@shariqshaikh2586]

You should also do a video about pants with belt loops that are tough and won't wear out and eventually break from constantly drawing your weapon which may cause the belt to tug on the belt loop

[@Johnson11c]

Thanks for the information always appreciate the knowledge and humor I hope I can come train with yall next year I got a kore essential I love it works flawless and then a cheaper nylon like my army belt but thicker for 15 20 bucks but a pain to tighten and loosen I'll pay 100 if it means I go home alive everyday

[@timothydavisnh]

Way to make putting a belt on look cool!

[@CarryTrainer]

+Timothy Davis haha

[@cattalkbmx]

I typically use a shoe lace for a belt, which you can thread through the trigger well negating the need for a holster. It's light weight and super comfortable, and you can carry inside or outside the waist band in any position. Simply pull the lace taught and tie. I would recommend a double knot and some blue loctite though.

[@HoyaSaxaSD]

cattalkbmx i use duct tape

[@JonathanGrandt]

Could just always be holding your gun so you don’t even need a belt. Concealing is pretty easy though some people may wonder why your hand is in your pants. Not really their business.

[@ManMan74920]

That punch to the chest really sent the message to him eh? Good review. Good Video.

[@CarryTrainer]

+Michael thanks

[@mhlaw229]

5.11 Tactical, great nylon carry belt

[@outersun]

Mine sucked ass.

[@Slking507]

Hank's 17 oz, full grain leather, Extreme Concealed Carry belt.

[@specb650]

Kore makes the best gun belt ever. It doesn't scream "tactical" and the 1/4" click style adjustments are awesome. Great for IWB holsters and it supports my OWB Glock 23 holster with ease! I give it an "A"

[@CarryTrainer]

+specb650 kore indeed makes a great product. Agreed

[@Tom_Losh]

The Kore Trakline gun belt is my new favorite for everyday wear. I was hoping for "Good" and got "Excellent." I've retired my 5.11 and Bianchi belts in favor of the Trakline. You have to try 'em.

[@CarryTrainer]

Tom Losh it's a great belt

[@mhlaw229]

Mitch Rosen, best leather belts

[@Christob13]

Raw Dog Tactical makes a great belt that is inexpensive, and is really well made.

[@ryancornelius1007]

Im new to concealed carry but i was told gun belts are for owb. Im constantly feeling like my normal belt is why im so uncomfortable while im carrying.

[@robertoberman2403]

I use a .511 trainer belt with no problems

[@myvenusinuranus]

I need a leather belt with traditional buckle because after dinner I need to let it out a notch

[@rackadactal3044]

Leather belt if not made well will stretch and you have to keep putting holes in it I have a tac belt holds up pretty good

[@62CHRIS99]

The people in the Twin Towers wished they had a belt that can hold them up

[@kowalski624]

thank you. I've been looking for a nylon belt with the Alpine buckle (hybrid) version like u showed. so the female end passes through your pants loops.

[@CarryTrainer]

+Daniel Kowalski yes sir

[@chrish5224]

Check out S.O.E

[@MrKitty-zv3dl]

5.11 Trainer belt 1-1/2" wide works for me, they're about $32.00, it's a stiff nylon belt.

[@bob6770]

Someone get this man some new clear eye pro 😂😂

[@Desire2punish91]

I use a comfort click belt 20 dollars from Walmart with a safariland m16 paddle holster for my xd 45 only thing I hate is that since I switch from my xds9 to my 45 I can’t find a retention holster

[@jaybee9476]

Nice video guys this was the best video I've seen on you tube network.

[@eastriverbeesdchris924]

here's a low cost belt alternative. im here in south dakota and i ride horses for a living on a ranch. im very lucky to bee only 40 miles from one of the best boot and saddle makers in the country. Mark Schumacher. for 50$ he'll knock a belt out for you in about 10 minutes. custom fit. so, if you are anywhere close to a saddle maker stop by his shop one day and ask for a new belt. im going on 3 years with mine and its only now starting to get where ill bee needing a new one soon.

[@clints400]

A friend of mine showed me his Kore essentials leather gun belt that uses a track instead of holes. I was immediately interested in the practicality of the design, the way it will fit individually and the classy look. So I bought one and it works for multiple styles of dress in daily use - with or without a gun - and when carrying a duty pistol in a duty or range style holster. I would recommend checking out the Kore gun belt.

[@CarryTrainer]

+Clint Smith weve been using them for about a year. Great product. I AGREE

[@CaliforniaHotBoyTV]

If my holster clip is 1.75" will a 1.5" kore belt be sufficient for holding the holster in place when drawing or should I get the 1.75" belt?

[@onelife7850]

A friend is coming to Kenya soon. I want them to bring me a good belt for concealed carry. Which one do you recommend?

[@subscribetoanegg4035]

Know any belts I can use that don't fit into loopholes, tracksuit pants for example

[@capella95]

1000 Subscribers without Videos know any KZbin channels that have 1000 subscribers without posting videos?? Sorry I kid, lol I have had that issue and had success with Polish engineering. Neodymium magnets, hot glued a small one to my cheaper kydex holster, the steel clip of the holster holds on to my pants tight cuz the magnet. Works with a lighter gun, if you can see well you can sow loops on your inside waist band and put another jaw string in your pants just to hold em up better, but that’s not comfy

[@AllKnowingDentor]

I own 2 KORE gun belts and they're the best gun belts I have ever worn by a very wide margin. The X1 Tactical belt is rigid enough to properly support a full size 1911 in an OWB holster under comfortable tension. My daily CCW is a M&P Shield with a spare mag, both IWB, and the KORE gun belts allows me to carry all day without any discomfort. Most days I wear Jeans and a T-shirt, and I prefer the X1 Tactical belt when in these clothes. For anything less casual I wear the X3 Leather belt. Fit and finish, as with the X3 Leather belt, is exceptional, and both are attractive as well. Cutting the belt to fit and attaching the buckle is an easy task, and adjusting the belt is easier than any belt I've worn in the past, even more so than with prior gun belts. So I would recommend checking out KORE belts for high quality, comfortable gun belts.

[@CarryTrainer]

+Dennis Flanders i dig mine for sure

[@wardroland270]

Will the chastity belt support a full size duty weapon? : (

[@JohnVeritas]

Something I've never heard discussed is using the restroom while carrying a holster... I know it sounds silly but lets say you are carrying on the side on behind you. The last thing you want is movement especially if you are in a multiple stall restroom. I'm sure you know what I'm talking about because this is the furthest from our minds until you are in this situation but I can honestly tell you that I've personally been witness to someone's firearm falling while they were in the reatroom... I was the only one in there thankfully and I just felt embarrassed. Any suggestions??

[@coltonstalcup7533]

Go at home or a safe friend's house.

[@cplcwhitley]

yall should check out Fat boy gun belts. hand made, top of the line stuff and a life time warranty

[@ssswdon]

Thoughts on holsters hanging on belt or pants

[@JonathanGrandt]

My leather gun belt is like 8 years old. It’s pretty thick but it has lost its rigidity and such so my gun droops. I guess I need a new belt. I dunno what to get. 😂

[@manuelmorales5729]

Once you go pocket carry you'll never go back

[@dklepfer29]

I have the kore essentials belt and I love it. I am a bigger guy. My problem is that when I it even with an undershirt it pinches and pokes me in the belly. This is very uncomfortable. Do you have that problem with these belts?

[@CarryTrainer]

+Dustin Klepfer which one do you have?

[@dklepfer29]

CarryTrainer www.koreessentials.com/collections/gun-belts/products/x1-gun-buckle-black-reinforced-belt-set-1

[@bostonkev541]

"Don't give me the what if bullshit." after this comment i liked an subscribed. I like that attitude.

[@Kaiju_Universe385]

Don't cha know

[@CharlesLucky]

If your belt is 1.5 inches and your holster clip size is 1.75in, would that still work?

[@martinadejaquiz2482]

$72-$90 = 1.5" blue alpha gear on Ebay right now..... pretty expensive. thx4vid.

[@CarryTrainer]

+Martina Dejaquiz that's not their product if it's on eBay.

[@martinadejaquiz2482]

thx4reply: i ended up getting a new w/o tags 5.11 1.5" trainer belt. it came in mail today as advertised, but it's too big and it won't go small enough. i ordered the wrong size and i'm not gonna return it because it's my fault. i'll have to take it to the boot man in town. he has a big sewing mach and i'll get him to fix it. it was $30.00 - free ship - no tax. it will prob cost $10-$15 for the boot man to fix it. that's what i hate about buying on-line. i wish i had gotten a 1.75" with a cobra buckle. harder to string, but easier after that. i'm not really all that impressed with this 5.11 belt........... it's ok, but i want a thicker belt. i want it very thick, very wide and super rigid. i bought it on EB. thx4vid & plz be careful putting that weapon in the front of your pants.

[@nschumacher9577]

Thanks for this video, I've been waiting for one like this for a while! Quick question: How long do the leather carry belts last? Yours looked pretty worn for a $100 investment. (I'm in the market for leather specifically)

[@CarryTrainer]

+Nicholas Schumacher it's worn but still solid. A good belt will last years

[@nschumacher9577]

CarryTrainer thanks!

[@ghostoftheemishi8445]

I got the magpul Tejas belt the machine gun donkey baby works great so far looks great as well that Mexican gun fighter . Like billy the kid remember never say whose there in the dark they’ll know your position stay sneaky don’t fire until you know absolutely it’s not a bad guy tiger in the dark baby . Cough long winded but I study cowboys because they lived it just as playing blues I didn’t listen to Jimi Hendrix or jimmy page or Eric Clapton I listened to who they listened to to understand the soul of blues and I do the same thing with my guns always learning.

[@Kristajaye6174]

Instead I got a kore ratcheting style belt and honestly there is just no comparison between it and other tactical belts that use other types of fastening methods. I have used other belts and they are strong and meet my needs, but they are difficult to adjust "on the fly" and do not micro-adjust like these belts. I also have a leather dress belt from kore and I really like both of them.

[@martinraboy5971]

Hi, I didn't review all the video, but chastity belt came up as one example. I saw comments where others really liked the video...it just goes to show that you can't please everyone.

[@josephdominic1591]

Question....During the time i have a gun on me should i be resting my arm on it like the man does in this video?

[@CarryTrainer]

+Joseph Dominic while on the range I've zero issue

[@bushj856]

which belt could carry glock knife

[@elchangoblast5531]

Depending how you place your equipment and the type of clothes you use to cover the gun and kinfe

[@rowdyron4111]

Kore gun belts.

[@miiiikee_]

Check out the Kore gun belt if you don't need something as tacti-cool.

[@Koreessentialsbrand]

Yes, you can see Trakline Gun Belts at www.KoreEssentials.com

[@CarryTrainer]

Michael we just got our test belts from Kore

[@Renaldo135]

The Kore is the ticket alright. Even the fashion belts made of leather are better than those nylon jokes.

[@johnbrown2163]

What is happening? I have IWB Galco holster and it comes out with firearm when I draw.. Please help me.

[@CarryTrainer]

Well that can be many things. I'm sure it's the right holster for your gun? Solid belt, proper connection to belt, leather broken in?

[@nestormorales5225]

That what if bullshit got me😭🤣😂

[@kanakanorcal2565]

So...tell me Mick....which belt is the one I need? Specifically. What color will look good on me?

[@CarryTrainer]

Ha

[@killerpwned89]

How is the buckle on the Blue Alpha Gear SR EDC? I'm between that and the Cobra buckle. I heard the Cobra buckle has bulge to it.

[@CarryTrainer]

+killerpwned89 all nice. Just depends on what you want or need

[@killerpwned89]

Just average concealment of carrying a G19 Gen 4 and mag carrier. I just want the buckle to be sturdy and last me.

[@CarryTrainer]

killerpwned89 any of his products will give you good service

[@ccope8853]

Ares Aegis

[@rhebatalbert5886]

Tks for the narrow mined male only video. Most females don't wear a belt, get real as more female are carrying for protection. Maybe consider broading your perspective.

[@CarryTrainer]

Rheba our viewership is about 1% female. That doesn't make me narrow minded, but rather not a specialist in women's fashions. I appreciate your need and desire to gather new information. I know nothing of nor will I, of women's fashion. You don't want me dressing you, trust me. That said there are many ladies that specialize in this. I'd suggest looking at them. A good one is Roka arms Training, here on KZbin. If you wish to properly support a pistol you should have a belt. As this video is about belts for CCW that's its purpose. why watch it if you don't wear a belt? It is not titled "all the ways to conceal a gun" or "carrying in a purse" Just trying to respond with a full spectrum answer and a broad horizon of thought. Seriously check out eve at Roka

[@rhebatalbert5886]

You have explained why your female viewership is so low; fortunately there are other video's.

[@CarryTrainer]

That is quite narrow minded. It is neither my inclination nor duty to be everything to all people, especially when there are others better qualified for the topic. Those percentages are pretty consistent for this genre across the board. Do you walk into a Mexican restaurant and get angry that they don't sell spaghetti and meatballs?

[@birminghamblueheat4986]

Try the flash bra! ;)

[@YSo_Joker]

What's a good belt that is comfortable and still looks good worn to work?

[@CarryTrainer]

Tech 313 depends what you do for work.

[@YSo_Joker]

CarryTrainer I work in an office environment. Slacks and Polo/button shirt

[@CarryTrainer]

Tech 313 take a look at the Kore trakline belt

[@yodizzll]

so you say i need a good sturdy belt about a billion times, and spend about 50 seconds actually talking about what a good sturdy belt would be and where to get one. well done.

[@CarryTrainer]

Ah absolutes. Billion times is a lot. We did the job.

[@Pawsforreal]

ARES , youll stop looking when you get one.

[@CarryTrainer]

It's a good belt. No product is an end all be all

[@redrocks1986]

I got the kore gun belt and I love it. It's been better than I even hoped for. Buckle is thinner than my giant leather belt one. It's stiffer overall while remaining thinner overall. The small adjustments are why I gave this belt a try. My leather gunner belt was never a perfect fit no matter what hole I used. This belt can be perfect no matter what you are wearing.

[@jayp4114]

Made in China too, unfortunately.

[@ArthurDoesThings8960]

Hell, I'd pay $65+ doll hairs for the Hybrid Cobra EDC. Sincerely, Your friendly neighborhood native South Texan.

[@XtianApi]

I wonder how it would go if nutnfancy gear checked them? I wonder how their water situation is at home? LOL I am enjoying the videos thanks

[@CarryTrainer]

watch again

[@nicholausstraach458]

No

[@FLEXINGSTACKS]

7:14 y u punch the little guy? u big bully!

[@Renaldo135]

KORE ESSENTIALS X1 X2 AND X3 TRAKLINE GUNBELTS That is all I need to say. Not a thing better..and about sixty bucks.

[@battlechris8463]

Wal-Mart has a dickies work belt that works great with my sd40. its a tough nylon with a leather bolster. paid about $12. you dont have to give your arm for a decent belt i believe. i carry all day at work, union carpenter.

[@CarryTrainer]

CGKY Feed I agree

[@drewveeneman3329]

Nice... $12. CGKY Feed, please throw a link to the one you've got here when you get a chance.

[@battlechris8463]

Drew Veeneman im sorry i couldnt find it but if you check Walmart site they have everything from dickies, galco, and blackhawk pretty cheap. looks like they figured out the gun game.

[@drewveeneman3329]

No problem, I'll look for it the next time I'm at Wal-Mart stocking up on Cheetos.

[@ericstringer5121]

CGKY 859 they are just trying to sell something

[@Snowy0123]

For leather gun belts Hank's can't be beat, but for the scuba webbing belts SOE 1.5 cobra..neither of these belts cost more than 65$ and I'll take the SOE over anything else made

[@erazco6568]

If you have the right holster gun belts are useless

[@jw722865]

I ordered my blue alpha hybrid belt yesterday, saw the video today. I spent a long time looking for a good kobra style belt. I’m glad the belt I bought is one you recommend.

[@birminghamblueheat4986]

Nightwing15 You won’t regret it. I love mine

[@jw722865]

Tommy Merrill loving it so far

[@cyberzero2010]

What if you had to jump out a window from the 13th floor I need a quality gun belt to save me after I tie it off to fire hose? LOL

[@user-kf7kg3lf9w]

nerdy weds

[@dylancoleman1921]

Overly used words: robust, positive, wholesome, fleek, bet, bruh, Nazi, literally

[@dusbus2384]

Da bears

[@jordanfoster2049]

well to be honest I just want a belt I can undo quick when I want to drop my guts

[@CarryTrainer]

+Jordan Foster take a look at flagrantbeard.comhe makes some nice stuff. Use carrytrainer for a discount

[@ser1591]

Borat?

[@CarryTrainer]

Haha

[@mitchellowen8821]

Cheeseie vid

[@GPuga-ib2ng]

I used to be really fat.. now I’m just fat 😅 I used to use regular hard belt, but due to big belly, and no ass... any thing I wear in my waist falls down.I always wear a suspender under my shirt and it keep everything from falling. Now I’m 100lbs lighter, and I still use suspender sometimes with a dickies work belt. But I’m fine with my dickies work belt, it’s pretty much like a gun belt

[@mikefrancis289]

Check into Daltech. For $50 they work and look great. I don't work for them but I have 2 1 leather and 1 Biobelt and love them both.

[@randallparker6134]

I like my Daltech, I'm about to get another one in black

[@HammerHead524]

Sang never looks right at camera...... LOL

[@drewveeneman3329]

Way of the Ninja

[@chassoto]

It will never steal his soul.

[@chrislee4463]

he looks annoyed next to his buddy