I want to explain why it is important to purchase the right kind of belt when carrying a firearm.
We all have a pretty good idea what a traditional belt does for us. There are dress belts, utility belts, casual belts, cowboy belts, police duty belts, etc.There are lots of different types of belts.It can be extremely difficult trying to decide which type of belt you would need to buy.
The problem gets amplified quite a bit when you are talking about a belt for holding up your pants and also holding a firearm.There are several things to consider when buying a dual purpose belt.The first real rule is to stay out of a discount department store when looking for a gun belt.They don't carry anything that would do the job. Regular dress or casual belts cannot handle the weight of a firearm.
They also completely fail the job when considering a conceal carry holster.Conceal carry holsters are designed to hide that fact that you are carrying a firearm.The narrow department store belts will sag and defeat the "conceal" part of the job.Your firearm will become very visible because the cheap belt will "roll over" when trying to carry the 2-3 lb. load.
The right belt for carrying a firearm and holster can be purchased in a sporting goods store or online at any website selling holsters.The main reason for getting the right belt is that you can enjoy your day, carry your firearm, and be comfortable.A good bun belt is 1 in to 3 in wide and made of quality leather.Some of the best are made from a single layer of 11-12oz saddle leather.I have seen gun belts with special zippered compartments that are used to carry cash. That makes you gun belt a real multi-purpose instrument. You can get a good gun belt that will double as a dress belt or a very sharp casual belt.
You can also pick up a great looking buckle when you get your gun belt.Some of those buckles can get a bit pricey.They sure are sharp looking.
I can't say enough about getting a "real" belt for carrying a firearm.It will make a big difference in how you feel and how you look.The cost for doing it right can run from $30.00 to $145.00 and even higher if you want to get fancy.It really is worth the extra money.