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Why are the &#^#% Belt Attachment Screws So Hard to Install?!?!

We know they are tricky!  See the blog post for tips on how to get them tight.   After over two years of extensive testing and prototyping, nearly everything about the Enigma is a deliberate choice.  The belt attachment screws are no exception.  The reason they’re hard to tighten is because they come with pre-applied nylon […]

Enigma Assembly – Tips and Tricks

How to tighten the belt screws on the Engima OS, or loosen a stuck screw. The belt screws have pre-applied thread locker called Nylock, which helps keep them from loosening accidentally during wear. It also makes them hard to tighten or loosen, so here’s how to do it.

Standard Enigma vs Light Bearing Enigma – What’s the Difference?

There are three Enigma models: The Enigma Express, the standard Enigma, and the Light Bearing Enigma.  Each model attaches to the holster shell differently, and they are not interchangeable.  Which one do you need? Does your gun have a light or laser attached in front of the trigger guard? NO: my gun does not have […]

Enigma Wait List and Inventory

Like everyone in the gun industry, we’re struggling to keep up with unprecedented demand.  We are grateful that you want our gear!  Truly.  As a small business, we’re scaling up as fast as possible to meet the demand, and we’re glad we have the opportunity to reach more people than ever before.  The best way […]

Do you need extra holster length?*

*If you’re carrying a longer-muzzled gun or a revolver, adding extra holster length may not be necessary for you, but for short semiautomatic guns, it’s often helpful.

Guns with short muzzles can be top-heavy and difficult to conceal comfortably. To solve this, some holsters have extra length added to the muzzle end. Like the keel on a boat, the extra muzzle length helps balance the holster, making it more comfortable and easier to conceal. This is especially true if you have a bit of a belly, which tends to push the grip out more and make the muzzle dig in.

Note that while extra muzzle length reduces grip printing, it can increase muzzle printing, which can be a concern with lower carry positions and tight fitting pants such as leggings or yoga pants. 

Learn more about the Keel Principle here.