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MLeake · October 20, 2011, 10:55 AM

Waistband holsters aren't necessarily a challenge for seated draw. As noted, crossdraw is one option. However, a strongside, 3:30-4:00 position, 15degree FBI cant allows for a decent seated draw.

A shoulder holster that fits well is ok; one that doesn't fit as well, at least in my case, results in tension headaches from the base of the neck up to mid-scalp.

With either waistband or shoulder carry, I recommend a rig that places spare magazines on the opposite side for a counter-balance.

See if you have any friends or acquaintances who might let you try their rigs, before you buy. Holsters, at least the good ones, can result in a lot of money spent, quickly. Unfortunately, holsters don't tend to hold much resale value, so lots of trial and error gets expensive.

October 20, 2011, 10:55 AM	#5
MLeake Senior Member Join Date: November 15, 2007 Location: Outside KC, MO Posts: 10,128	Waistband holsters aren't necessarily a challenge for seated draw. As noted, crossdraw is one option. However, a strongside, 3:30-4:00 position, 15degree FBI cant allows for a decent seated draw. A shoulder holster that fits well is ok; one that doesn't fit as well, at least in my case, results in tension headaches from the base of the neck up to mid-scalp. With either waistband or shoulder carry, I recommend a rig that places spare magazines on the opposite side for a counter-balance. See if you have any friends or acquaintances who might let you try their rigs, before you buy. Holsters, at least the good ones, can result in a lot of money spent, quickly. Unfortunately, holsters don't tend to hold much resale value, so lots of trial and error gets expensive.