THE MOD SQUAD
Oct 24th 2025
Modifications: The Good, the Bad, and the Cosmetic We’ve all seen cars with modifications of varying effectiveness. Some are functional, some a
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Holster Wedge Buyers Guide
Sep 19th 2025
Updated August 18, 2026 · by Jon Hauptman Concealment Mechanics Series • 2026 Holster Wedge Buyers Guide: PHLster Wedge Rx vs Other
Best Beltless Holsters for Concealed Carry
Sep 9th 2025
Updated August 18, 2026 · by Jon Hauptman Best Beltless Holsters for Concealed Carry Updated for 2026 Beltless concealed carry (or beltless
MONODEXTROUS
Aug 12th 2025
The Case for Auto-Deploying Folding Knives In my column on knives intended for personal defense, I referenced the idea that fixed blades were best for
THE SHARP EDGE OF READY
Aug 12th 2025
Knives in Your Everyday Carry Here at PHLster, we try to acknowledge that every person is going to tailor their everyday carry gear to their personall
SCAR REDUCTION
Aug 12th 2025
The Limitations of Typical Handgun Training If we’re going to be honest with ourselves, most defensive handgun classes are basically firearm ma
OVER THE TOP, OR JUST ENOUGH?
Jun 27th 2025
As appendix inside-the-waistband carry (which I’m going to henceforth refer to as AIWB because I’m too lazy to type all that again, plus I
LEVEL UP AT THE SMORGASBORD
Jun 27th 2025
Why Firearms Training Matters It’s no secret that we’re big fans of firearms training. We think of all our customers as family and, like o
SATISFIED PHLSTER FAMILY MEMBER: ME
Jun 26th 2025
Meet the PHLster Family This is the part of the shiny new newsletter format where we’re going to introduce your fellow CCW peeps who have becom
Appendix Carry for Big Guys: Holsters & Real Fixes
Mar 12th 2025
Updated August 17, 2026 · by Jon Hauptman The best appendix carry holster for fat guys isn’t a product. Comfort comes from controlli
What's Up With the Enigma Leg Leash?
Mar 9th 2025
Enigma Support What's up with the Enigma leg leash? The Enigma comes with two easy-to-adjust leg leash options: Single Point and Two
Written Instructions - Enigma OS Standard Assembly, RH
Mar 3rd 2025
These instructions are for the Standard Enigma, right handed assembly, with fixed retention kydex holsters ONLY. If your holster has adjustable retent