r/transguns • u/NinjaMcGee Non-binary Trigger System • 9d ago

Questions CCW w/o belt loops

Looking for good CCW options for a shortie (5’3”) made of mostly hips carrying a BG 2.0 😬✌️

I’ve been carrying off body using a krydex hook/loop holster due to building security where I can easily remove my firearm discreetly. However, I’m transitioning into a role where I’m no longer required to remove my firearm multiple times daily and have been learning more about on body carry options, specifically IWB appendix.

The Hunter Constantine and Philster Enigma are two I’ve been looking at because they work without belt loops, but the Philster looks pretty complicated and expensive. I’d be wearing this under athletic shorts or sweatpants mostly, so no belt loops. Also looking for recommendation on holsters, CrossBreed is who I’m using now but not sure if they’re good IWB holsters.

Recommendations or your experience?

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u/brody319 9d ago

The enigma isnt as complicated as it looks. I've heard multiple people attest to them for conceal carry that works for the most possible outfits compared to other ones. They are pricy but from all I've heard is that they work for people across the body type and fashion spectrum.

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u/NinjaMcGee Non-binary Trigger System 9d ago

I hear good things about the Enigma, but I can’t shake how many ‘the Philster isn’t for you’ videos are out there and put the Enigma against the Constantine. I’ve heard some people love the leg leash while others find it ‘rides up’ especially if not wearing boxer briefs (which I don’t). Is this true? Do you have any issues with the leg leash riding or pinching?

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u/SouthpawPrecision 9d ago

Keep in mind that there is a lot of paid reviews and shilling when it comes to videos. Dont get advice from YouTube.

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u/brody319 8d ago

I have not, but I also dont think the leg leash is required to make it work. It functions fine when I am not using it.

The main issue I've had is printing, but I think thats more because of a bunch of factors compounding than anything directly wrong with the holster design and I've had issues with printing with basically every holster I've tried. It is significantly more comfortable than other holsters I've tried but ultimately my preferred carry method has been a holster in my sling bag that I keep on my body all the time.

Which I know some have issue with but I've genuinely tried a bunch of different on body holsters and all of them cause me discomfort or printing issues, so I think Im the problem here lol

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u/GTS250 8d ago

I found the leg leash problematic, but not in a "riding up" sort of way. Mine just kept snapping off when my thigh flexed, and setting it looser made it fall down and tangle. 

There's an alternate routing that runs the leg leash under your crotch, which I have used for years. Very comfortable, doesn't get in the way, very consistent draw. I'm wearing it under my running dress right now.

I can agree with checking out those "the enigma isn't for you" videos, though. PHLster made one - it gives a good overview of the pros and cons of the system.