How to Put on a Drop Leg Gun Holster

The easiest and most efficient way to secure a handgun is with a holster. They can be worn around the waist, over the shoulder, on the chest or wrapped around the thigh. The drop leg holster is one of those worn around the thigh. Its use hearkens back to the days of the old west, and it is most popular with military and tactical police operatives as an option when wearing heavy, full body armor. It also allows the wearer easy access to a secondary weapon. A lot of law enforcement personnel like this holster for it ease of use and simplicity.

Things You'll Need

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Instructions

    • 1

      Slide a regular waist belt through the loop of the longest vertical strap on the holster. Position the strap between the widest belt loops on the hip of whatever side of the body the holster will be worn on.

    • 2

      Wrap the top horizontal strap around your thigh and fasten it.

    • 3

      Wrap the bottom horizontal strap around your thigh and fasten it.

    • 4

      Insert the handgun into the holster so that it is fully seated. See how it feels weighted down. Walk around, being sure to take note of the balance of the gun on your leg. These holsters often have pouches for spare magazines attached to them, which will add more weight to your leg.

    • 5

      Adjust the holster as necessary for personal preference. Tighten the thigh straps until the holster fits snugly on your leg with as little movement as possible.