Holsters and WML

**Yellowfever** · 31-05-2019, 13:46

Hi

I'm referring specifically to IWB or AIWB in Kydex. Do you guys/gals find that one can have one holster made that can take a WML, but use the holster daytime without WML fitted? I need to understand the complexities as I want to migrate to a single style/type holster. It seems from feedback that AIWB will not be comfortable with WML in an office environment.

At the moment I need to transition to a different holster at night. The draw is completely different to my EDC, I'm concerned it will end up in a snafu in a high stress situation.

**DstUrges** · 31-05-2019, 14:03

Why not just leave the light on permanently, the light adds a little width, I dont find it any more or less uncomfortable? Then again I don't sit much at all

**Graham12** · 31-05-2019, 15:27

Originally Posted by DstUrges

Why not just leave the light on permanently

Because the battery will run flat...... :)

**Nyt Ryda** · 31-05-2019, 18:13

Most times the retention is based on the light instead of on the trigger guard, so you'd probably struggle to find a holster that can be used properly with and without a WML.

What is the problem with the draw ? Should be a similar draw if they're both in kydex holsters, with the same clips/loops, same belt and same carry position ?

**DstUrges** · 31-05-2019, 18:24

The running is exercise and a fit battery is a happy battery ...

Originally Posted by Graham12

Because the battery will run flat...... :)

**DstUrges** · 31-05-2019, 18:27

On a more serious note, if the holster is designed for a wml and you remove the wml the holster will still be the same size and the same "difficulty" to wear

**MyLani** · 31-05-2019, 19:34

I have a holster made by Geoff Carter for my G19 + Inforce APL.
It works perfectly fine without the light attached

**BigT** · 31-05-2019, 21:01

I’m lost. Why would you want to use the same holster without the WML? If the holster takes a WML it seems logical to leave it attached

**SSP** · 01-06-2019, 06:45

Originally Posted by BigT

I’m lost. Why would you want to use the same holster without the WML? If the holster takes a WML it seems logical to leave it attached

Especially as the holster's profile, and thus its concealability and comfort, is not going to change.

**Yellowfever** · 01-06-2019, 13:54

To clarify. Upgrading is expensive. I’m looking at switching to AIWB while doing the upgrade.
Sitting all day at a desk and needing 100% concealment I need to know would AIWB work or should I stay with 3 o’clock with the WML. I have a feeling that the WML bulk may be too much for daytime use. G19 & Olight Pl ii So that means 2 holsters.

I’m using a Fobus OWB with the light but the draw on it is crap.