Sidecar Holster vs Gun Only Holster | Which Is Right for You

In this video I will discuss considerations for using a gun only holster and for using a sidecar holster so you can decide which is best for you.

[@indicacesar]

great video. you hit every question i had about the two holster options, very well explained. thanks man 💯🇺🇸

[@billdrill22]

Glad I could help. Thank you.

[@wessowell6616]

To me the point of a spare mag is less about ammo capacity and more about a potential mag failure. I also feel like sidecar holster conceal better than gun only holsters because the gun only holster only protrudes on one side which is more noticeable. A sidecar goes edge to edge on my body so it’s more consistent and therefore prints less

[@billdrill22]

That’s very interesting that the sidecar holster conceals better on you. What holster brand do you use and have you ever tried tenicor?

[@fragrancejourney01]

I actually run both.Thanks for the knowledge bro.

[@billdrill22]

Of course. Thank you. Yes, both is the best of both worlds.

[@terryluu1713]

This is my toughest debate right now for my holster choices, it’ll be my first one and I’m looking at the Tenicor Certum/ Sagax with the ABDO spare mag pouch or the Trex Sidecar with a mag attach. I plan on buying both but tough decision to step into

[@billdrill22]

What gun are you carrying? If it has a decent capacity I’d steer towards a gun only holster. Low mag capacity(10 or less) I’d lean towards the sidecar

[@terryluu1713]

@@billdrill22 hey Bill I have Glock 19, M&P 2.0, P320 all standard oem mags. I went with TREX sidecar for the M&P 2.0 because they didn’t have it at Tenicor. I will end up running it separately keeping the extra mag in my truck thanks to the flexibility. But I will grab the Tenicor for my Glock down the line.

[@billdrill22]

I assume you mean they didn’t have it available because I own the velo 4 for the m&p 2.0, but I’m using my 1.0. Also think they offer it for the 320. It’s an awesome holster too. I use an additional wedge with it, mastermind tactics pillow wedge

[@terryluu1713]

@@billdrill22 unfortunately the S&W lineup that are available are non light bearing. I am outside at night more than daylight I have to have my TLR7 on.

[@billdrill22]

Ahhhh, yes, I got ya now. Yeah, I understand your dilemma. Another option is to go with a universal holster like the MSP tlr-1 or x300. That’s another good option if you’re interested in using a larger light.

[@minusmartin]

decided to get a gun only holster for my FNX 45 tactical. I don't need a light on it as i'm not really out at night, im a family of 3 so i know where everybody is at in our home at all times, and the gun is already large as it is. it conceals very very well in the 1 o clock position and i can carry it all day in a slightly larger shirt. I am thinking of getting a cheaper spare mag holster to have it sit on the left of my waist IWB since i don't like to carry much in my actual pockets. I don't NEED the spare mag but it feels nice to have a whole 30, or 31 (if you have a +1) rounds of 45.

[@minusmartin]

if i had a 43x i would probably get a sidecar though

[@billdrill22]

Yes sir, 31 rounds of 45 acp is reassuring to anyone. Especially these days. Tenicor makes a great spare mag caddy, as does T1C. Not sure that they make them for 45 acp but worth a look

[@DarrellJudah]

About how long would you say it took to receive holster from traditional arms?

[@billdrill22]

Less than 10 business days. His times might have changed though, but his turn around times are why I originally used him.