They have a versatility to them that has fueled their usage among law enforcement officers and armed citizens alike.
Today, many civilians make use of ankle holsters for a variety of reasons.
Some may want to carry when wearing clothing that is not conducive to situating a holster at the waistline.
Others may just be looking for a very non-intrusive method of carry.
Many of the complaints about ankle holsters stem from poor build quality and design.
All of these factors appear to have been taken into consideration in the design of The BUGBite Holster.
The design of the brace covers not only the ankle where the holster is, but also the calf.
Weapon retention is an issue of great importance to those who carry with an ankle holster.
The problem with these nylon straps is that theyve been known to cause issues during the draw.
In others, faulty snaps or buckles can delay or deny access to the firearm.
Unfortunately, not all holsters without a strap are much better.
Many lack the tightness or rigidity of shape required to keep the gun in the pocket of the holster.
This allows the pocket that the gun sits in to remain stable during movement.
Hands-On with the BUGBite Ankle Holster
In practice, this system works quite well.
I tested retention primarily by taking trips up and down several flights of stairs.
Each time I would vary the speed of my movement.
The size of the firearm carried will play a role in this.
Some holsters make use of excessive rubberized padding for added retention.
The holster did not prove difficult to draw from in the least.
However, one should always be cautious about how they position a firearm in the holster pocket.
At the range, the BUGBite provided easy access to the Springfield XD-S Mod.2 9mm during shooting drills.
There were no instances of tension being an issue during the draw.
Access to the spare extended magazine during reload drills was also quick and plenty smooth.
The storage area and holster pocket of the BUGBite were designed with versatility in mind.
The holster will fit a variety of firearms of varying sizes.
The storage pouch also works for a variety of other items.
Possibly the most critical aspect of an ankle holster is comfort.
For me, the biggest strength of the BUGBite is how comfortable it is.
The holster makes use of a zipper and Velcro strap at the ankle to ensure a secure fit.
At the top, a large Velcro strap can be adjusted for tightness around the calf.
The BUGBite is easy to remove and slip on.
That being said, it sits very securely with all fastenings in place.
This is also helped by small rubber bumps on the inside of the brace.
The trope of a holster being so comfortable youll forget its there is thrown around an awful lot.
Fit and finish is what I would describe as above average, with clean stitching throughout.
I look forward to seeing what future iterations of the holster might bring.
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