The concealed-carry holster should be chosen as carefully as the carry gun or defense load. There isn’t a shortage of manufacturers and custom makers, but gun owners continue to choose holsters that are cheaply made and that do not perform well. Cant, angle, and drop have a bearing on how well the handgun rides on the belt. The holster must carry the pistol as comfortably as possible while maintaining a balance of speed and retention. That is a tall order.
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