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In 2021 there was a nearly double jump in first time gun ownership, logging a whopping 5 million new gun owners. With new gun ownership comes an increase in the demand for the best gear to keep, store, maintain, and wear your firearm. In 2021, over 21 million Americans filed for a concealed carry permit- which begs the question and reason for this post- What is the best concealed carry belt in 2022? We did the leg work and found the Top 7 Concealed Carry Belts to look into for your every day carry (EDC) and conceal carry needs.
1. KORE ESSENTIALS
Kore Essentials belts are the overall #1 top pick when it comes to daily use, conceal carry belts (or EDC belts). Kore belts feature a hidden 10” track with 40+ size positions that let you adjust the fit in small 1/4” increments without ever undoing the buckle. This means you get a perfect fit every time. You honestly can’t beat the combined fitment, quality, or support of these Kore belts anywhere, making them the ultimate concealed carry belt for work, play, the range, or just around town.
Kore gun belts (leather & tactical) feature their Proprietary Reinforced Power-Core™ center. This unique blend makes each belt sturdy and stiff enough to support your firearm and gear without any sag, yet flexible enough to sit, walk, or move in all day. It’s the most secure, comfortable gun belt you will ever wear- and we know because we wear them even when not carrying.
Grab an EDC Leather, Tactical, Multicam, or even Carbon Fiber Gun Belt from their lineup and stay confident and comfortable while you carry. Kore features several colors, belt buckle designs, and has some of the best backing of any belt we have ever tested. Note: Kore also offers garrison range belts (1.75″ wide) and molle battle belts (1.75″ wide) using the same cool technology with added support. No one does what Kore does.
Price: $59.95 on KORE Essentials
2. HANKS BELTS
The Gunner 1.5” Gun Belt by Hanks is their flagship belt that started it all. By far their bestselling work and CCW belt, the Hanks Gunner Belt™, just keeps on performing while you do. Simple in design but gets the job done at a price that is on point with the quality and craftsmanship.
The Hanks Gunner Belt™ is 1 1/2″ wide and made out of 14 oz solid full-grain steer hide. Made right here in the USA, this belt will probably outlast you and be passed down to the next generation. No matter what you carry on your belt, the Hanks Gunner Belt™ will handle it without cracking, breaking, splitting, or tearing at the holes.
This belt offers the support and comfort you just can’t get with any big box store belt.
Price: $74.99 on Hanks
3. BIGFOOT BELTS
The 14oz. Leather BigFoot Gun Belt has been crafted with two layers of durable English Bridle leather, a high-quality drum-dyed cowhide that will age well over time, while providing superior support to your everyday carry. Once you feel the strength of this gun belt, you’ll never want to wear a regular belt again. This bad boy or should we say “Bigfoot” comes in the standard 1.5 inch width; this gun belt option is approximately .219” thick. To pair well with the English Bridle leather, this belt has been integrated into a steel roller buckle and two sturdy directional snaps, available in flat black or standard steel. This buckle’s design allows the leather to effortlessly “roll” through the buckle without getting scuffed up or damaged over time. The snaps provide carriers with an easy way to switch out their buckle for another within seconds. Every Bigfoot Gun Belt receives a Triple Edge Finish, which includes an in-house bevel, burnish and paint by the industries finest craftsmen.
Price: $68.88 on BigFoot
4. RELENTLESS TACTICAL BELT
Relentless Tactical is relentless in making quality, handmade belts right here in the USA. Featuring a lifetime warranty, if you are ever unhappy with this belt for any reason just let them know and they will replace it at absolutely no cost to you.
Carey in confidence with a none stretch, bend or sag belt! A Strong and Secure platform for your IWB or OWB holster, mag pouches, flashlights and any other gear you need! This 1.5 Inch 14 ounce Premium Full Grain US Leather Belt is strong enough to carry all your gear and stylish enough for discreet everyday use. 100% Free Exchanges if needed.
Price: $64.99 on Relentless Tactical
5. CROSSBREED GUN BELT
CrossBreed Holsters has gone to the next level with the best-selling belts in their line. The Classic Gun Belt now has a woven nylon webbing strap as a liner to our already tough, sturdy belts. This nylon core increases the support of the belt, making it stiffer, and keeps the belt from stretching long term. This liner is set in place with industrial adhesive between the layers of top grain leather, and as always, the belts are recessed stitched to keep a smooth look and provide for longer, fray free wear.
A good, solid gun belt is the foundation of concealed carry, allowing a holster to be reliable means to stay in place. The Classic Gun Belt by CrossBreed has been recently redesigned, to make it stronger and better than ever!
The Classic Gun Belt starts with hides specifically tanned to the specifications of CrossBreed. Once these hides are in-house they are cut into the desired width of belt strips and hand leveled to ensure an even 7 oz thickness. Each strip is matched cross grain with a premium 7 oz leather liner using industrial adhesive, and now incorporates a ¾” woven nylon webbing strap. This new design provides additional support and keeps the belt from stretching through continued use.
Price: $64.95 on CrossBreed Holsters
6. KLIKBELTS BELT
This Heavy-Duty Matte Black is ready for any adventure. The patented Cobra® buckle is the strongest in the world. The 2-Ply webbing is designed to be rigid in the vertical direction but pliable in the horizontal direction making this an excellent concealed carry gun belt. The belt is 1.5″ wide 2-Ply webbing that fits through all pant loops. It is triple-stitched for extra strength and comes with the world’s strongest Cobra® buckle. Anodized and not powder coated, providing a super hard finish and looks incredible. If you don’t wear a holster and you’re simply looking for a good, everyday-use belt, their 1-Ply version may fit you better. No pun intended.
Price: $79 on KLIK Belts
7. MAGPUL BELTS
In 2021, Magpul took their already reliable and versatile Tejas Gun Belt – “El Burro” and gave it some upgrades. With all-new materials and design, the buckle comes in brushed antique silver and sits flat against the waist. This makes the newest “El Burro” more comfortable than ever and significantly reduces printing when you’re armed. It also includes easily removable tool-free fasteners if you need to remove the buckle for any adjustments.
The “El Burro” is built from a single flexible layer of waterproof, textured, reinforced polymer that provides dress belt comfort with stretch and sag-free performance whether you’re carrying or not. It’s cut in a standard 1-1/2” size that fits most belt loops and holsters, and we also refined the construction to include a tapered tip, making it easier to put on and take off.
The “El Burro” comes in even sizes from 32-44 inches and in four colors: Black, Charcoal, Coyote, and Chocolate. See Tech Specs for belt sizing considerations.
Price: $59 on Magpul
TOP 7 CONCEALED CARRY BELTS
Our Top 7 list showcases some of the best concealed carry belts in 2022- but that doesn’t come without some tips on Belts to steer clear of.
While many methods for carrying have changed over the years, the basic approach to carrying basically comes down to two ways: outside the waistband (OWB) or inside the waistband (IWB). Yes, there is a third option – pocket carry – but that is reserved for very small guns only. If you want to carry anything bigger, you will need a belt that can handle the load!
The most surefire way to make sure you purchase a belt that is made out of high quality materials is simply to purchase from a reputable manufacturer.In the case of leather, make sure that you buy quality by paying attention to the grades. The difference between full grain is that it has a 3-1 ratio of top layer vs bottom layer, while top grain is closer to an equal split.
Avoid soft metals at all cost. If the buckle is weak enough to be bent by your hand, it simply isn’t going to last you a long time.
A normal belt will not suffice because it is not designed to support the weight of the gun. A gun belt, on the other hand, we listed in our post are examples of high quality gun belts available to you to become a part of your everyday carry.
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