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What’s Up With the Enigma Leg Leash?

Your leg leash should go around the top of your thigh, about as snug as a pair of briefs would be.  You want it snug enough to stay in place, but not so tight it’s uncomfortable.  For most body types, the leg leash should be high in the front, and lay in the buttock crease in back.  With proper adjustment, you should be able to do squats, lunges, and go through a full range of motion without the leg leash pulling.  

SIZING:  The leg leash thigh circumference adjusts from about 20” to 36” with the garter at the minimum length.  Since the leg leash is all one piece, a longer garter drop will subtract from the thigh circumference.  For extended sizing, or for custom leg leash designs, contact Levo Designs.

Can I Remove the Leg Leash?

Short answer, no.  We do not recommend using the Enigma without the leg leash. It’s a bit like a seat belt: you may not need it every time you hit the brakes, but when you need it, you need it.  

While belt tightness alone may seem like enough resistance for a clean draw, the abdomen can change dimensions when sitting, lying down, or strenuously fighting. This can lead to unexpected belt rise and a fouled draw.  

If you’re having trouble with the leg leash, first double check your adjustments.  You can also find information on how to change the leg leash material, and leg leash alternatives in this guide.

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.