Concealed Carry Sling Bag & Thigh Bag
Concealed Carry Sling Bag & Leg Bag: What Makes Them Perfect For Everyday Carry?
You already tried conventional carry methods and they didn't fit the bill. Yes, carrying in conventional holsters isn't for everybody as it might be uncomfortable due to the body type, clothing choices, or basically situation you are in demands something different. I was there. I wear only thin shirts & shorts during summer and no matter what type of holster I tried it printed at least a bit. Also, sweating with a holster in the pants isn't everybody's thing. As a marketing manager at Falco, I am lucky enough to be able to find carry methods that work for me very easily. I tried & tested all of them but one stood out and I fell in love with it. This article will speak about the advantages, disadvantages & tips for off-body carry in thigh bags and chest bags. Let's see whether you would like them as much as I do.
But first, let's see why the thigh bag holster bag & slinger bag made by Falco are so unique.
CCW Sling Bag & Concealed Carry Tigh Holster: How Do We Make Them?
Each FALCO slinger bag & thigh holster bag is hand-made on-site by our craftsmen. Thanks to this we can easily maintain high quality standards and attention to all the small details that complete each concealed carry sling pack & leg bag. They are made of high-quality ballistic nylon and with precise stitching. This results in decades-long lasting quality & longevity.
Both pistol sling bags & thigh bags include a dedicated compartment only for your handgun. A handgun is attached to a wall of the bag using velcro panels & holsters. Your handgun is not only well concealed but also protected against bad weather conditions & falls.
Draw String Bags - How to Draw
Now you are asking: OK, but it is zippered in there, right? How can I ever react to a danger fast? The answer is simple. Your handgun is always ready to be used fast, thanks to the draw strings dedicated for the rapid opening. You will simply pull it outwards from your body with a weaker hand & reach for a gun with a strong hand. The process is very similar to pulling your shirt & drawing when you AIWB carry. Based on my personal experience, you would need some practice with it.
Try the draw in front of the mirror a few times, but this is the same with all the carry methods. With proper training, you will be able to draw from them as fast as with conventional carry methods.
Enough of general information. Now we are going to look at all the small details & wearing tips, so you can make a well-informed decision.
Concealed Carry Chest Bag
You can find tactical chest bags or everyday gun sling bags, smaller ones, and bigger ones. Size & number of compartments is crucial but in the end up to you. Check the items you are carrying on a daily basis & make sure you are picking a bag that has enough space & compartments. I decided to opt for the best concealed carry sling bag G122. It is an absolute best-seller and I will clear out why. Apart from the ample space this sling holster also offers a MOLLE panel on the front. It allows you to attach gear such as knife pouches or med kits. Because it is made of special ballistic material it does not straight away give out you carry a gun.
Concealability is also enhanced via the various color options. Do you want it to look like a casual bag? Just opt for the blue, grey-toned, or other color options that fit your style. It can be worn on your back, chest, or even as a fanny pack. However, the feature I appreciate the most is its size & ergonomics. It is not too small and also not too big. I find it just right for a daily carry. The strap that holds the whole concealed carry chest pack is padded and angled exceptionally well. After two years with this bag, I am still 100% certain that off-body on the chest is the best option I could have picked for warmer months.
Advantages Of A Sling Bag
Here is a complete list of advantages of a CCW chest pack.
- No need to change your wardrobe
- Comfortable
- Fast access to a handgun
- Enough of space for all your everyday carry items
- On multiple occasions even more practical than conventional concealed holsters
- Can also hold your magazine
Disadvantages Of A Sling Bag
Yes. I love this carry method, however, it is not clear of the cons either. There are a few things you should be aware of.
- To have control over your handgun at all times you can't take it off
- How many times did you forget your school bag in the school and were already on your way home? In case you didn't learn from it you are going to have a hard time with this carry method
- If you wouldn't train a draw from a concealed carry sling bags your draw will be too slow
How To Wear Sling Bag
Now aware of all the details, pros & cons let's move on to a detailed guide on how to carry your new chest bag.
- Try the empty bag out to find out if it fits your chest size well. If it leans, is too loose, or flops around, take it off and tighten the strap to your liking
- Take the sling holster off and fill all the compartments with daily items.
- Take the included elastic holster out of the bag. Open its Velcro closure and wrap it around your handgun so it covers the trigger guard. In case you dont like this universal solution you can find nylon or Kydex velcro holsters as well ass IWB holster holders in the offer.
- Put the chestbag on. Open the gun compartment and carefully position the velcro holster with a handgun inside to a position that fits your draw style.
- Take the draw string out and close the bag from both sides so they hug the string tight
- You are ready to go!
Drop Leg Bag
Leg bags for concealed carry are vastly different from chest bags. They are worn on your tight and this fact opens them to a completely new set of advantages. Because your handgun is positioned right next to your strong hand the draw is even better than with the best CCW sling bag. You can either open the gun compartment with your strong hand or weak hand reaching across your body. This is optional, but the fact is you would have your handgun ready for use fast & easy. It also includes multiple compartments for your daily items and to me, this was again just the right amount of space. I used a G113 drop-leg bag, however, the G213 is identical when it comes to space just less separated. It is attached to your leg thanks to the nylon strap & padded nylon belt that both close & open with the polymer fork buckle.
To be honest it will make you look a bit like Lara Croft and in some situations, this carry method might be odd. For example - You wouldn't appear at your sister's wedding wearing it. Right? Right? No, tactical leg bags were created for completely different scenarios. They excel while bike riding, hiking, motorcycle riding, or basically while doing activities when your hip or chest should be clear of items, but you still need excellent solution for concealed carry. Motorcycle leg bags are quite common and if you get it made in one of the less screaming colors it will blend in without concerns from the bystanders. Our concealed carry leg bags are also popular amongst female gun enthusiasts. We have reports of them being used during morning runs, while horse riding, but also as everyday carry bags. Everything depends on your lifestyle and how it blends with your wardrobe. I use G113 for riding activities & I am sure it will work flawlessly for you too.
Advantages Of A Concealed Carry Leg Bag
There are a lot of advantages & features that will make your carry pleasant.
- Comfortable
- Fast access to a handgun
- Enough of space for all your everyday carry items
- On multiple occasions even more practical than conventional concealed holsters
- Can also hold your magazine
- No need to wear a belt
- Can be worn as a shoulder bag too
Disadvantages Of A Concealed Carry Leg Bag
And here are the cons...
- To have control over your handgun at all times you can't take it off
- If you take it off at least make sure you dont forget it somewhere
- Without training a draw might be too slow
- This bag blends in with the environment in certain situations and not at all times
How To Wear Leg Bag for Concealed Carry
As with the conceal carry sling, the process is simple & straightforward.
- Put a belt strap around your belt & leg strap around your tight and close buckles. If the fit is loose, take it off and adjust the straps to your liking. Be aware that the leg strap is also elastic.
- Take the leg bag off and fill all the compartments with daily items.
- Take out the universal holster of the bag. Open its Velcro closure and wrap it around your handgun so it covers the trigger guard. In case you dont like this universal solution you can find nylon or Kydex velcro holsters as well ass IWB holster holders in the offer.
- Now try wearing a tight bag again. If it fits fine open the gun compartment and carefully position the velcro holster with a handgun inside to an angle that fits your draw style.
- With this bag, you can either use nylon draw strings or D shaped pull tabs located on the outside of the bag. Both of them work, however, I recommend using D pull tabs only for better convenience. Both zippers should be in an area of a bag where you would be pulling.
- You are ready to go!
Well, here we have it. Best concealed carry sling bag & best leg bag, that the marketing manager from Falco Holster could have found. Both mentioned carry solutions are awesome for daily carry of handguns. The concealed carry sling particularly stood out for its concealed carry features & leg bag for its fast draw & enhanced comfort during activities. Which one do you like more? Let us know, and in case you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Author: Martin Lukacko
Date: May 13th, 2024
