MaxpeditionGear Sneak Universal Holster Insert with Mag Retention

This review is for those who choose to carry a concealed firearm off-bidy in special bags or backpacks. It's not to debate the pros or cons in the "on-body vs off-body" concealment choice. Ultimately, in today's day and age, having a legally carried concealed firearm with you in whatever manner you choose, is better than not having one at all. In the summer or hitter states where clothing is thin and light, carrying off body in a bag or backpack is a viable choice.I've used many different Velcro holsters for my backpacks and bags, and this is the best one for my needs. If you carry your pistol off body in a sling bag or backpack, this is perfect.The holster and backing is made of stiff nylon that holds the size and shape of whatever you adjust it to. It can be adjusted to any size pistol (I've used it for full sized Glock 22, sub compact Glock 27, and slimmer pistols, including the Glock 43 and the Smith & Wesson Shield). The way it holds the firearm covers the trigger completely, preventing any accidental discharges. Also, the way it is made keeps the firearm in place. If adjusted correctly, I can turn my bag over or in any orientation and the pistol won't fall out, but it can be drawn easily by pulling it straight up with the direction of the holster.Of course, just about all of the Velcro holsters are adjustable. The reason I keep choosing this one is for the extra magazine slot. It is an elastic material that fits both single stack and double stack magazines.Before this, I used to keep an exra mag but it would just be floating around the bottom of the bag. Then I tried a separate mag holder, but it took up too much room.This is a great solution. It's nice and compact, so the extra mag sits close to the firearm, using minimal space, and is ready for a quick reload if necessary, because after the pistol is drawn, the magazine is still in an upright, easy to find orientation.I have one of these for all my concealed carry bags and backpacks, and I also give them as gifts to others who carry off body.Given the price point and variety of colors, you can't go wrong.

Anything carrying the Maxpedition label is generally great quality. This is no different. If you're looking to carry off your person in something like a Maxpedition or Vertex bag that is lined with loop fastener, this is a good addition. I currently have this in a Vertex Commuter Sling and it works perfectly. It is configurable to whatever you're looking to holster and is definitely designed to fit what it looks like it's designed to fit, nothing much bigger. The hook fastener all the way through is very sturdy and latches on well. The retention band is made very sturdy as well. There's no "droop" or "sag" to it. Overall, another great product. Does what it's supposed to do.

Whoda Thunk it?The first time I installed and situated this thing I thought I had been bamboozled. I mean it just didn't look to be a viable item of any real merit.And then.....?Tah, DAH! I slipped my intended CCW pistol (a G27) into this odd holster and became a believer. In truth, it's one of those V8 head slapping moments.The darned thing, simple though it may be, actually WORKS!Fit your (UNLOADED) gun (SAFETY FIRST!!) by adjusting the retaining strap and locate it all inside the Maxpedition bag, ensuring the mating velcro is situated where you want for quick presentation, and you are DONE!Remove your handgun, load it, carefully place it inside the "holster" inside your satchel and away you go!Since there is an included elastic band attached you can also carry a spare mag for your concealed Boolit Launcher, too.Neato Mosquito IMO.Turn the entire thing 180° if you want the magazine retaining strap on the opposite end or the way the entire thing fits inside your satchel.This turned out to be one of those things you didn't know you needed until you got it, installed it and put it to work.BRILLIANT!If your bag has some corresponding velcro to adhere this holster to, you'll be glad to have it. Beats the daylights out of your gun just tossed into the bottom of your bag, purse or pocket.I'm a happy camper with mine.

This is well made. It will hold most guns well down to a SIGP938 which is called a micro compact. Any smaller and the webbing is stiff and challenged to wrap. The single stack mag will not be secure, no way. This is great for the G19, and comparable sized mag. The NO thumb break RETENTION design (friction only) is okay and will hold, but also will not draw smooth, often will hang. I do not think this should be considered a "quick access" holster in a bag, ..., but it is a secure way to attach in many applications.I have a couple of these, one with the bungee thumb break, one with simple velcro strap, and one with a snap thumb break. The snap is by far the best.(HAZARD 4).