Appendix Carry (AIWB)
Is appendix carry safe, how to do it comfortably, and the holsters that make it work — straight from daily carriers.
The Quick Take
Appendix carry (AIWB) — carrying inside the waistband around the 1 o'clock position — has become the most popular concealed-carry method because it conceals exceptionally well, keeps the gun fast to access, and is hard for others to grab. Done with a quality holster and safe habits, it's carried daily by huge numbers of people.
Safety and comfort come down to discipline and gear: a rigid holster that fully covers the trigger guard, never reholstering in a hurry, and features like a claw and wedge that tuck the grip in and tip the muzzle off your body. Comfort takes a short adjustment period and the right ride height. The questions below cover safety, comfort, and holster picks from AIWB carriers.
