Relentless Carry
So you have decided to get your concealed carry permit. Regardless of your reason for doing so, you know you are going to need a few things. The firearm you choose should be the one that best fits your needs. Your local gun shop should be able to help you with that. Then you need to determine how you are going to carry, and an appropriate holster for your chosen method. The most-recommended carry is strong side hip. There are hundreds (if not thousands) of holster manufacturers and designs out there.
Once you choose your holster, you are going to need to secure it. Whether you carry inside the waistband or outside the waistband, having a solid platform to hold your holster in place is essential. The design of a belt for carry is just as important as the holster you are going to attach to it. You will need a solid, thick leather belt. Of course, if you want it to last you need a good quality belt. I have purchased several belts over the years and found that while the ones that work best are expensive, they last longer. I recently had a chance to try out The Ultimate Concealed Carry Belt from Relentless Tactical (also available through Amazon.com) I ordered the belt directly from the company. However, since they ship through Amazon, it arrived very quickly. When I received the belt I took a very close look at it. The leather is very good quality. It's a solid 14 oz full grain leather, a quarter of an inch thick, and an inch and
a half wide. It has a good steel belt buckle with a piece of tube steel over the front of the buckle, to allow ease of tightening without damaging the leather every time you tighten the belt. When I put my holster and magazine pouch on, I found that it allowed very little holster movement, and there was absolutely no flex in the belt when drawing my firearm or re-holstering.
Now I'm sure that over time the holster will wear down and stretch, and this is where the great part of this belt comes into play. Relentless Tactical offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee, meaning if the belt cracks, splits or the stitching comes out, they will replace it. My overall experience with the company and the belt was very good. The folks at Relentless Tactical were great to talk to and the product is perfect for everyday carry. While I know that there are several other manufacturers of belts and accessories, however, this one made a good impression on me. I do look forward to seeing how well the belt holds up over time. I tend to be very hard on belts and holsters during the course of everyday work. I expect this belt will last me, and if I have a problem I can always contact them for a replacement.
So there you have it Straight from the Gunsmith
