Handguns, holsters, and ammunition are the most important items in the world of defensive handgunning. Gun belts are often considered an accessory when they are actually a necessity. Why isn’t gunbelts getting more attention? Partly because most people don’t understand the value of a gun belt and partly because people try to save money every way they can. You would think that any belt could support a holster. Any belt can support a holster. A gun belt’s job is more than just to support a pistol holster. It also needs to support a handgun, a holster and possibly a load. It must not only support these items, but also hold them securely so that the handgun can be accessed quickly and efficiently. Have you ever seen a policeman’s duty belt? The belt is over 2 inches wide, thick, and very stiff. The length of your gun belt is important.
A gun belt must fit you. What does this mean? It should fit around your waist and have some notches in both directions. This adjustment is for when you choose to use an inside-the-waistband holster over an outside-the waistband holster. It’s also useful for when you eat too often or when your gym time starts to work and you lose a few pounds. Gun belts usually have five holes. To determine the length of your belt, lay a flat belt on a table. Next, take a measuring tape, and stretch it from where the prong rests on a frame to the end of your buckle frame. This should give you a snug fit. This will give you the belt size. Belts are usually measured in inches to the center hole. This measurement allows you to make the in-and-out adjustments that you will need.
Two things are required to determine the proper belt width. The belt should fit perfectly into the holster. Your belt should be 1 1/4 inches wide if your holster has 1 3/4 inch slots. This allows the holster to be held securely on the belt and against your skin without any movement. The belt should also be comfortable to wear. Thin belts can be uncomfortable for some people, especially if a holster or accessories are added. I have found that the wider the belt is, the more comfortable it is. You can choose a wide or thin belt. In most cases, avoid belts with only one layer. It won’t be stiff enough to support a full-size handgun unless the single layer is thicker than 2/10ths inch. Even for ultra-compact handguns the belt should not only support the holster and handgun, but also provide resistance during draw and holstering. Multiple Belts
One belt is usually not enough in the grand scheme of things. We don’t always dress the same way. A man could probably live with three belts: one for everyday wear and one for formal wear. The makeup and appearance of each would depend on your daily and dress life. The third gun belt is the one you wear when you are out and about, doing chores, or other activities where appearances are not important. It might also be the one you use for handguns or holsters. Although I don’t often carry a synthetic holster, I find that I prefer a synthetic gun belt. The belt that I use most often with a synthetic gun holster is not marketed as a gun holster. Slide Belt Survival Belt is a 11/4-inch wide strap that’s made up of two layers of polymer sandwiched with internal webbing. It has a tensile force of 1,500 psi. It has an integrated knife and fire-starter, LED flashlight, and bottle opener. The best thing about this belt is the fact that it can be easily adjusted with 1/4-inch clicks.
A good gun belt should cost between $75 and $150. Versacarry’s Underground Belt, a rugged three-ply belt, retails at $85. The Safariland 1 3/4-inch B4 Ranger Belt, which has basketweave stamping and retails at $66, is suitable for use as a dress belt. Galco’s Casual Holster Belts, made from the finest leather, retail for about $100. Galco’s Casual Holster Belts are made of the highest-quality leather and retail for around $100. Choose carefully when buying a gun belt. If it costs less than your holster, it is probably not worth it. Storm Tactical’s impressive target pack contains62 printable targets for rifle and handgun range usage. Target grids and bullseye sizes can be found in MOA. Get Free Targets
