Galco Ankle Glove Provides Backup Carry Option
When most people think about carrying a concealed firearm, ankle carry usually isnât the first image that comes to mind. Ankle isnât one of the more popular carry positions and is usually relegated to Hollywood private investigators and undercover cops.
Yet part of any good personal defense plan should include a backup weapon and this is where the ankle carry option makes a lot of sense.
In the past, ankle holsters had problems with chafing, bulk, and overall comfort. Improvements in holster materials and a general trend toward smaller, lighter firearms have made the ankle holster a more desirable option as of late.
One holster that meets all of the requirements for the modern ankle holster is the Galco Ankle Glove, a custom-fitted holster with templates for many guns. Â
Although the high-quality leather holster may seem like it has a chokehold on your weapon at first, Galco indicates in its instructions that the Ankle Glove requires a breaking in period before it becomes one with your gun. A snap-strap also helps secure the gun.
The non-leather portion of the holster basically consists of a sturdy, wide neoprene strap designed to wrap around your ankle and fasten securely with a large Velcro strip. A layer of sheepskin is attached directly behind the holster for increased comfort. That light layer of additional padding makes wearing the Galco Ankle Glove a pleasure. It can be worn all day without discomfort or chafing. In addition to that, there was minimal slippage of the holster while walking.
Minimal does not mean zero slippage however, and if the Ankle Glove is worn higher than the ankle bone, it does tend to slide down through the day. Galcoâs solution to this issue is a calf strap. Yet in his article âGalco Ankle Gloveâ at USConcealedCarry.com, author Fred W. Black states that itâs better to stick to the basics and wear the Ankle Glove where it was designed to be worn:
âFirst of all, if the holster is sliding down on you, youâre probably trying to wear it too high. Secondly, with the holster and calf strap on, it feels like youâre wearing a lower leg girdle. Lastly, even with the calf strap on, the holster still wants to slide down the lowest point on your ankle.â Â (Read more at USConcealedCarry.com)
Another advantage of ankle carry is concealability. A firearm tucked in the Ankle Glove has virtually no print unless youâre wearing something akin to skinny jeans. Stair climbing is the only time there is a slight chance of the holster becoming visible for an instant.
One of the drawbacks to ankle holsters is accessibility. Yet like any other skill, it simply takes practice. The four steps to a successful draw from ankle carry are the pant leg pull with your weak hand, open retention strap with your weak hand, draw with your strong hand, and assuming the shooting position, all in a matter of a couple of seconds.
The Galco Ankle Glove is a top-quality holster that would provide an excellent receptacle for a backup weapon. Despite a couple of minor flaws, the superb comfort of this holster makes the investment worthwhile. The Ankle Glove can be found online for less than $100.











