What Is the Best Belt for EDC?

[SimonRL]

People want to do what they want to do and if what they want to do isn't Best Practices they will find a way to justify it.

I don't know if wearing 5.11 (or similar Tac Couture) is guaranteed to get you noticed I do know it's guaranteed to get you noticed by me.

I went to a job interview at focus on the family one morning When I walked into the building a young guy approached me and asked me if there was anything he could do to help me.

I turned around to ask the guy where do I find office 101 or whatever the office number was. The first thing I noticed when I turned around is that he was wearing a rigger belt and then I saw clips from a tuckable holster on his belt. then I noticed he was wearing 5.11 Tac Pants.

The job I was applying for happened to be armed security and during the interview I asked if I was going to be wearing a uniform like the security guard who approached me when I walked through the door.

They were very curious as to how I knew the guy was a security guard so I told them.

I've never heard of anyone being targeted specifically because they were wearing the Tactical Tuxedo but you'll never catch me wearing it

 

[Bassbob]

Thought I’d revisit this thread to point out that I now have a couple pairs of 5.11s, I like them a lot and somehow wound up with $150 in 5.11 gift cards today. So I see at least one more pair in my future.

 

[southtex]

Kore (leather / nylon)
We the People (leather)
Hanks (leather)
Versa Carry (leather)

Have all of these and can't complain
Nice chat on the 5.11. I have a friend who never carries but they are his favorite cargo type pants. Loves the pockets
and the 1000 belt loops.

 

[charliefox42]

I've been using the DeSantis Econobelt for several years

 

[bc22wm]

WHAT IS THE BEST BELT FOR EDC?
Ahhhhh, the one that holds my pants up.

 

[Jester560]

Belt Man, made in Alabama

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[Bassbob]

I have a $30 Gun Belt. ( It was in fact more like a $50 gun belt, but...

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I got no beef with it. It has performed satisfactorily for a traditional belt. It has a steel core and is stiff but comfortable.

I don't see myself ever buying another belt without micro-adjustments though. The Tenicor belt seems cool. My only beef with the Kore is the extra belt sticking out of the buckle doesn't readily conform to your waste. I got tired of it hanging out and further trimmed mine. Unfortunately I trimmed a little too much off and it leaves me no room to gain weight. At least not carrying IWB. So today I will go and buy another and leave it longer. I'll use one for IWB and the other for OWB.

 

[David N.]

My only beef with the Kore is the extra belt sticking out of the buckle doesn't readily conform to your waste. I got tired of it hanging out and further trimmed mine. Unfortunately I trimmed a little too much off and it leaves me no room to gain weight. At least not carrying IWB. So today I will go and buy another and leave it longer. I'll use one for IWB and the other for OWB.

Did you use the elastic belt keeper that came with your Korea belt? It worked great with my 5.11 jeans.

 

[Bassbob]

Did you use the elastic belt keeper that came with your Korea belt? It worked great with my 5.11 jeans.

I just bought another Kore this morning. Neither came with a belt keeper. I wish they had, they would definitely be used.

 

[David N.]

I just bought another Kore this morning. Neither came with a belt keeper. I wish they had, they would definitely be used.

I bet you could give them a call and they will most likely send you out a freebie. These are a must!

 

[LarryT]

Hello all, here is today's article posted on TheArmoryLife.com. It is titled “What Is the Best Belt for EDC?” and can be found at https://www.thearmorylife.com/what-is-the-best-belt-for-edc/.

Whatever holds your trousers and firearm up without sagging.

 

[Bassbob]

I bet you could give them a call and they will most likely send you out a freebie. These are a must!

Thanks for the tip. I just messaged them on their webstore.

 

[rcurtner]

Thought we just did this a month or so ago.

My vote is Kore.

Have three, great belts.

 

[LarryT]

Thanks for the tip. I just messaged them on their webstore.

We have a lot of guys coming into the range where I work to shoot a gun they are obviously wanting to sell. They show it off, offer to let you shoot it, etc. I've seen many deals go down that way. Don't be too obvious. Unless you are a well-established customer, they may not appreciate the competition,

 

[SimonRL]

Thanks for the tip. I just messaged them on their webstore.

If you’ve got multiple Kore belts get the belt hanger they do. Your belts ratchet on and the keepers sit on a little attachment. I got one through Amazon for $5.

Kore Essentials | #1 Rated Gun Belt Hanger

Kore Belt Hanger lets you hang 3 Kore ratchet style belts in your closet next to your pants. Uses existing closet rod, no installation. By Kore Essentials.

www.koreessentials.com

Btw, I use the Kore Battle Belt. I replaced the Velcro inner belt with a High Speed Gear sticky belt. That way I don’t have to make sure the Velcro belt is on before I throw my Battle Belt on in a SHTF situation.

 

[XD94045]

It’s Nexbelt for me. I went through several belts before finding this jewel of a belt.

 

[Bassbob]

If you’ve got multiple Kore belts get the belt hanger they do. Your belts ratchet on and the keepers sit on a little attachment. I got one through Amazon for $5.

Kore Essentials | #1 Rated Gun Belt Hanger

Kore Belt Hanger lets you hang 3 Kore ratchet style belts in your closet next to your pants. Uses existing closet rod, no installation. By Kore Essentials.

www.koreessentials.com

Btw, I use the Kore Battle Belt. I replaced the Velcro inner belt with a High Speed Gear sticky belt. That way I don’t have to make sure the Velcro belt is on before I throw my Battle Belt on in a SHTF situation.

They each came with a single hanger.

 

[Bassbob]

Also I bought some keepers off Amazon. Forget the name. Clearly Chinese. It was like $6 for a 4 pack.

When I contacted Kore I was sent a link to purchase theirs for $3 each plus shipping.

 

[David N.]

If you’ve got multiple Kore belts get the belt hanger they do. Your belts ratchet on and the keepers sit on a little attachment. I got one through Amazon for $5.

I agree, makes storage easy and convenient.

 

[Willie-O]

I like a lot of 5.11’s gear. Jacket, shoes, pants. Check.

What is the best belt? Or ……..
Holster?
Jacket?
Pants?
Shoes?
Hat?
Gun?????

Honestly is there a best?
Everyone is different and has different likes and dislikes.
What is great for one person is not for another.

Excellent point. In no way is this intended to be a negative assessment of the article itself, but the options are endless. Certain basics should always apply and a QUALITY belt tops the list. I can find something suitable at a vintage clothing store and have. Same with clothes - I prefer untucked, loose fitting shirts and even pants if carrying IWB. I utilize a wide range of handguns as well as holsters and at 58yo, I’m still adding to the inventory of all items mentioned.