I was looking for a good review on this holster before making my decision to purchase. Your video addresses all of my concerns. I was also debating on purchasing a wedge, needless to say that I will be including one with my purchase. Thank you so much for the review!
I struggled with the decision more about the price I think. It’s already ordered and I did lots of research for belts too and I already received my Kore belts(I bought 2, both being different colors) as well. So for me this is a little late but appreciate the video. If I had researched the holster as well as I did the belt I would have seen your video earlier. Great content and it addressed my concerns perfectly. So it’s still appreciated because I do feel better after watching your video. I have already started wearing my Kore belt and I agree it’s way better for my EDC. I wasted money on other belts before I went deeper on my research. Your video will help save some people money. If I had watched your video first you would have addressed my concerns and saved me a total of about $240! (Between the other holsters and belts I bought that didn’t work for me). Great content and I am subscribing right now! Thanks Brother!
Yes, it's worth the money. I've had an Axis Slim since 2018, and love it. I've had 3 other AIWB holsters and they have been converted into velcro backpack / fanny pack holsters. My buddy went with the T-Rex with the sidecar and he eventually got the T1C, if that tells you anything. I will add that you should get the XL wide wedge. The regular, and even the regular wide, were too narrow for me and I ended up removing them and making my own wedge out of Dr. Scholl's HEEL CUSHIONS.
@@rjlewis8346 I don't think he disliked the Trex, but T1C was so popular that he gave it a try and liked it more. But this was years ago before the Trex had the option for changing out the side car to either magazine or TQ carrier. I think that's cool, because in most situations a TQ is more needed than an extra magazine. I don't think you can make a bad choice between the two.
I have an axis slim, and I feel safe that the trigger isn't going to go off when wearing a seat belt, or if I have to bend over to pick something up. 140$ for peace of mind that I won't shoot myself is worth the cash. Also I've had hernia surgery near my groin, and I'm still able to appendix carry in relative comfort. I used to carry on strong side iwb. But it would tweak my back when I sat in a chair. And the grip would get caught in restaurant chairs. I'm very happy with the appendix carry position.
I have worn my Axis Slim and Glock 19 every day for 3 years. I think the price is too high, but I don’t leave home without it. I did add a wedge from v development group and that made a substantial difference in comfort,
I think they are worth it. Have an axis slim for both a G19 and a P-07. Both are great, fit fine, conceal decent and carry and distribute the weight excellently.
I've been rocking a Black Rhino Concealment ACS for about 2 years and it's been fine, but I've been looking for a customizable appendix holster that will work with my S&W M&P m2.0 Compact with a threaded barrel, thumb safety, Streamlight TLR-8AG, and Holosun red dot WITH a sidecar for an extended Floyd's Custom shop sidecar...I'm absolutely floored that Tier 1 literally checks ALL of these boxes AND is comfortable...AXIS Elite looks to be the move great overview! PS I have about 15-20lbs to loose myself and hopefully that will also help with appendix comfort!
Great video.... hit the nail on the head too. Hopefully folks listen and save some money. I'm a little on the heavier side and switched to appendix carry and Tier 1 Concealed was perfect paired with a Kore Essentials belt. Other than the price and wait time, its the best holster around. Can't imagine how much money I would have saved if I would have went with T1C first. Thx!
The holster is fine. The thing that bothers me the most about Tier 1 is the un believable wait times. The last holster I ordered from them (which will be the last one I ever order) took over a month to get to me. I even tried to cancel the order after it was a week past when they said I would have it and I was told "Sorry, no cancelations 24 hours after placing the order". REALLY 24 hours and you can't cancel the order. I ordered a T. Rex Arms holster three weeks after my Tier 1 Holster and the T.Rex Arms holster made it to me first. Not to mention Kydex is Kydex. There is nothing special about their holsters. The company has been around long enough to have figured out how to get their product out faster. They just choose not to. Don't waste your time on them.
Tier 1 holsters are custom made to order, that’s why they take so long to get to you, they have a production period aka lead time, and they operate during business days 8-5 and then after the lead time they ship you your holster, which also takes a while to get to you, you should research a company before you shit talk them if there was a delay and they made a mistake yeah be mature about it and have customer service handle it not whine about it on CZcams
@@retiredarmyvet2018 a shady company wouldn’t have so many positive reviews from people, they’re shady just because your review didn’t post? Yeah I don’t believe that for a minute plenty of people I know have good things to say about tier 1
I agree with the Kore Belt is Wonderful not sure about the Teir 1 holster because I am waiting on it to arrive...LoL but there customer service department is Great
I have several Axis Elite's and Xiphos V2's. Far superior to any other brand of holster out there, and I have tried a few of them. Now I have to figure out what to do with all my Vedder holsters that are now collecting dust
Have the same set up G19 Gen 5 MOS TLR 7 and KORE belt and looking into this exact holster. New to AIWB and looking obviously for comfort. I'm 6'1 about 280ish with a lil belly. What's your height and weight so I can get an idea. And I'm knowing my measurements would you recommend? Thanks in advance! Great video
Got mine recently, and I'm a little disappointed. I don't see what the hype is all about. I wasn't impressed with the fit and finish, especially for a holster that took a month to get to me. The clips are incredibly cheap looking and have a cheap feel, not saying that they'll fail, but the cheap feel means something when you spend your hard earned money. The inside of the holster feels unpolished, almost the same feel as "over spray" from a poor paint job, which is already causing abrasions to the frame of my gun. Not necessarily a deal breaker, but I just expected a little more. It's not a very comfortable holster either, I bought a strong side holster that actually feels better in the appendix position (I'll chalk that one up to personal preference) Like so many holsters that are made these days for strong side carry, it's got that weird built in "FBI cant," that's just unnatural and awkward. It also has what I consider a design flaw. While practicing, I'll routinely experience my shirt getting caught up on the belt clips. (I'll chalk that up to operator error) but I've noticed on far less expensive holsters that the belt clips are designed with the clips facing outward and away at the very tips so that clothing always clears the holster and gun completely. I will say that it typically happens with shirts that are thinner. Heavyweight tee shirts or thicker shirts like sweatshirts and hoodies don't seem to get caught up at all. Overall, I feel like you could do a little better for a lot less money, and you can do A LOT better for a little less money. Definitely not worth the money.
I love my Axis Slim, but this hoster is one of my least favorite and it is not comfortable at all. No audible click when seating my G19 with TLR7. Hate the holster overall and it now sits in a pile of other rubbish holsters. I actually called Tier 1 about the pistol not locking into the holster and they said it won't click with a light on the gun. BS as all of my other holsters click when the pistol seats, including my Axis slim. Between that and the uncomfortable nature of this holster, I have been buying other brands and some are just as good for half the price. I haven't found something better than my Axis rig for my 509s though.
@@lonestarrepublic1836 I run a 509 MRD and 509 tactical in my Axis Slim. It conceals amazingly, event hough it is twice the size of the xyphose. Maybe I just got a lemon. Good video. Thanks.
Not worth the price one bit and honestly my Axis Slim is pretty cheap feeling compared to my Legacy Firearms Cronus which I felt wasn't really cutting it yet after purchasing my T1 holster, the Cronus is a better concealing holster, more comfortable, and far less $$. Speaking of concealing, the flimsy claw system on the T1, along with the belt clips being made out of similarly flimsy plastic, is hot trash. I like the adjustable stack design of T1's claw, but that is it. On my Cronus, I opted for the D.C.C. belt clip which is solid, doesn't give, but surprisingly comes off the belt easier than T1's plastic garbage. Also the claw on the Cronus with how it's molded, doesn't even flex half as much as the T1's. Oh and I've even tried a wedge with the T1 and it only makes it more uncomfortable with very little if any concealment benefit. In summation, ya live, ya waste money, and ya learn. Yes btw I know I'm comparing a sidecar type holster with a standard gun only AIWB holster but my points are valid and 100% factual.
@@lonestarrepublic1836 Thanks for the info, I have one with the mag carrier, I think the axis slim but when you take the mag carrier off it looks similar to yours so i'll try what you suggested.
Do you think you could get away with carrying the M17 in this rig? Leaning more towards their 3 o’clock OWB holster. Just want something for range days and possible concealment during winter months
Which one did you get? Are you wearing a pair of pants that's one size too big like you should? We're you using a real gun belt? And what is your weight, I'm a bit chubby but it's very comfortable for me I can't even notice I have it on, not every good holster is good for everyone depends on the things I listed as well as your personal definition of comfort, just trying to help.
I got a T1 holster due to all the hype. Very asthetically beautiful but man is it uncomfortable. I can't stand to wear it for more than an hr. Doesn't matter how beautiful it is if I don't want to wear it, it's useless.
I tried the sidecar style and it was really uncomfortable for my body type. I got a vedder light tuck and a clinger cushion to go on the back. Super comfortable. I use a neo mag for extra mag carry
Haven’t even started watching the video… and, my answer is a stern NO. They’re overhyped. Bought one(AIWB) 2 months ago for my HK P30. It’s uncomfortable. Painfully uncomfortable. I’ve already ordered a replacement from CQC. If this doesn’t work, I’m going hybrid. I don’t give a shit what anyone says about leather stretch, etc. T1C sucks.
@@880videoman sorry I thought I was replying to somebody else's comment on a different video about a mossberg maverick 88. I got the holster, took roughly 6-7 weeks to get it.
2 year old review,
Still love it???
Great review.🙏
I was looking for a good review on this holster before making my decision to purchase. Your video addresses all of my concerns. I was also debating on purchasing a wedge, needless to say that I will be including one with my purchase. Thank you so much for the review!
Can’t go wrong with tier1 and a small or medium wedge
All day it’s worth it and the Hunter Constantine edc belt is the best belt. Both are worth every penny and changed my entire carry experience.
I struggled with the decision more about the price I think. It’s already ordered and I did lots of research for belts too and I already received my Kore belts(I bought 2, both being different colors) as well. So for me this is a little late but appreciate the video. If I had researched the holster as well as I did the belt I would have seen your video earlier. Great content and it addressed my concerns perfectly. So it’s still appreciated because I do feel better after watching your video. I have already started wearing my Kore belt and I agree it’s way better for my EDC. I wasted money on other belts before I went deeper on my research. Your video will help save some people money. If I had watched your video first you would have addressed my concerns and saved me a total of about $240! (Between the other holsters and belts I bought that didn’t work for me). Great content and I am subscribing right now! Thanks Brother!
This is exactly what I was looking for. I wanted to see how it conceals. Thank you for the video sir!
This holster and a thin cushion would be great
Yes, it's worth the money. I've had an Axis Slim since 2018, and love it. I've had 3 other AIWB holsters and they have been converted into velcro backpack / fanny pack holsters. My buddy went with the T-Rex with the sidecar and he eventually got the T1C, if that tells you anything.
I will add that you should get the XL wide wedge. The regular, and even the regular wide, were too narrow for me and I ended up removing them and making my own wedge out of Dr. Scholl's HEEL CUSHIONS.
What was your friend’s issue with the trex? I was looking at it.
@@rjlewis8346 I don't think he disliked the Trex, but T1C was so popular that he gave it a try and liked it more. But this was years ago before the Trex had the option for changing out the side car to either magazine or TQ carrier. I think that's cool, because in most situations a TQ is more needed than an extra magazine. I don't think you can make a bad choice between the two.
@@jerdog333 yeah I think the lead times will lead me to the trex. The concealment claw looks a little different.
I ordered an agis elite for my glock 19 on Nov 8th and it shipped today. It's worth the wait. It's not my first tier 1 holster.
Hell yeah the most it’s comfortable and dose everything you will need in one holster
I have an axis slim, and I feel safe that the trigger isn't going to go off when wearing a seat belt, or if I have to bend over to pick something up. 140$ for peace of mind that I won't shoot myself is worth the cash.
Also I've had hernia surgery near my groin, and I'm still able to appendix carry in relative comfort.
I used to carry on strong side iwb. But it would tweak my back when I sat in a chair. And the grip would get caught in restaurant chairs. I'm very happy with the appendix carry position.
Answered all my questions about this holster. Great review and I’m solidly sold.
Got mine ordered last week. Can't wait. This video helped. Thanks man
I have worn my Axis Slim and Glock 19 every day for 3 years. I think the price is too high, but I don’t leave home without it. I did add a wedge from v development group and that made a substantial difference in comfort,
I think they are worth it. Have an axis slim for both a G19 and a P-07. Both are great, fit fine, conceal decent and carry and distribute the weight excellently.
Jersey has finally come to its senses regarding concealed carry permits! Cant wait to start carrying. Gotta get smaller guns and holsters now! 🤘
I've been rocking a Black Rhino Concealment ACS for about 2 years and it's been fine, but I've been looking for a customizable appendix holster that will work with my S&W M&P m2.0 Compact with a threaded barrel, thumb safety, Streamlight TLR-8AG, and Holosun red dot WITH a sidecar for an extended Floyd's Custom shop sidecar...I'm absolutely floored that Tier 1 literally checks ALL of these boxes AND is comfortable...AXIS Elite looks to be the move great overview!
PS I have about 15-20lbs to loose myself and hopefully that will also help with appendix comfort!
Great review! Just got my Quick Ship Axis Elite light bearing. Awesome company! Stay blessed!
Just ordered a Xiphos V2 with DCC on November 17th. Hopefully it ships soon and I'm excited to see how it feels.
I like that ya have mini-shells on the table! I always keep a box nearby and the Opsol Mini Clip in my Mossberg.
I know this is a video about a holster, but I wanted to say that we have the same Baker board! With the foil red.
Great video.... hit the nail on the head too. Hopefully folks listen and save some money. I'm a little on the heavier side and switched to appendix carry and Tier 1 Concealed was perfect paired with a Kore Essentials belt. Other than the price and wait time, its the best holster around. Can't imagine how much money I would have saved if I would have went with T1C first. Thx!
Thanks for your review b'cuz I decided to order one after watching this evening ✍️👍
I’ve never carried with a Tier One holster but a few of my coworkers do and they swear by it..... great video.... thanks for sharing....
It’s pretty good if you’re slim bro. Seriously. Feels absolutely great. Slim Kydex. Not that fat Kydex everyone else gives out
It’s the most comfortable and the fastest draw. You can also conceal a fucking Desert Eagle 12 o’clock lol.
@@carryeveryday910 love it!
My first holster for my first pistol is a Xiphos V2 for my Ruger 1911. I love it.
Really good review man thanks
Have carried multiple different guns in axis elites for years. No complaints in regards to price durability etc.
Brother thanks for this video all my concerns were answered!
Glad you are having a good experience. Solid company. I LOVE mine - UltiClips (no belt) with my Shield is perfect for me :D
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Couldn’t have said it better myself. Great review, man.
Tier 1 definitely game changer
Thank you for this review man!!! 🍻 I wasn’t going to get the wedge but now I am 😭😂
The holster is fine. The thing that bothers me the most about Tier 1 is the un believable wait times. The last holster I ordered from them (which will be the last one I ever order) took over a month to get to me. I even tried to cancel the order after it was a week past when they said I would have it and I was told "Sorry, no cancelations 24 hours after placing the order". REALLY 24 hours and you can't cancel the order. I ordered a T. Rex Arms holster three weeks after my Tier 1 Holster and the T.Rex Arms holster made it to me first. Not to mention Kydex is Kydex. There is nothing special about their holsters. The company has been around long enough to have figured out how to get their product out faster. They just choose not to. Don't waste your time on them.
They wouldn’t let me change my color after 3 days and I got my holster 5 weeks later and wrote them a 1 star review
@@wread1982 They will delete it. I wrote a review and it was never posted. The company is shady at best.
Tier 1 holsters are custom made to order, that’s why they take so long to get to you, they have a production period aka lead time, and they operate during business days 8-5 and then after the lead time they ship you your holster, which also takes a while to get to you, you should research a company before you shit talk them if there was a delay and they made a mistake yeah be mature about it and have customer service handle it not whine about it on CZcams
@@retiredarmyvet2018 a shady company wouldn’t have so many positive reviews from people, they’re shady just because your review didn’t post? Yeah I don’t believe that for a minute plenty of people I know have good things to say about tier 1
@@jlinka79 what other options is gonna give you complete customization of your holster?
I agree with the Kore Belt is Wonderful not sure about the Teir 1 holster because I am waiting on it to arrive...LoL but there customer service department is Great
Xiphos2 is an incredible holster but EVERYTHING tier 1 is Solid A.f in my opinion! 5⭐
Hey great job loosing weight. I am having the same issue... Thanks for the video.
Nice review. Thanks
I have several Axis Elite's and Xiphos V2's. Far superior to any other brand of holster out there, and I have tried a few of them. Now I have to figure out what to do with all my Vedder holsters that are now collecting dust
Which one do you like better? Im struggling between Axios and Xiphos. Thanks
Just got love it just sold my axis elite wasn't fan of side car wanted smaller set up simple.
Have the same set up G19 Gen 5 MOS TLR 7 and KORE belt and looking into this exact holster. New to AIWB and looking obviously for comfort. I'm 6'1 about 280ish with a lil belly. What's your height and weight so I can get an idea. And I'm knowing my measurements would you recommend? Thanks in advance! Great video
Good info. Thanks.
To bad would like one but they don't make any for my Berretta APX A1
Good review🇺🇸
Got mine recently, and I'm a little disappointed. I don't see what the hype is all about. I wasn't impressed with the fit and finish, especially for a holster that took a month to get to me. The clips are incredibly cheap looking and have a cheap feel, not saying that they'll fail, but the cheap feel means something when you spend your hard earned money.
The inside of the holster feels unpolished, almost the same feel as "over spray" from a poor paint job, which is already causing abrasions to the frame of my gun. Not necessarily a deal breaker, but I just expected a little more. It's not a very comfortable holster either, I bought a strong side holster that actually feels better in the appendix position (I'll chalk that one up to personal preference) Like so many holsters that are made these days for strong side carry, it's got that weird built in "FBI cant," that's just unnatural and awkward. It also has what I consider a design flaw. While practicing, I'll routinely experience my shirt getting caught up on the belt clips. (I'll chalk that up to operator error) but I've noticed on far less expensive holsters that the belt clips are designed with the clips facing outward and away at the very tips so that clothing always clears the holster and gun completely. I will say that it typically happens with shirts that are thinner. Heavyweight tee shirts or thicker shirts like sweatshirts and hoodies don't seem to get caught up at all.
Overall, I feel like you could do a little better for a lot less money, and you can do A LOT better for a little less money. Definitely not worth the money.
I wanted one but they don’t make one for my beretta 92FS 😕
Ordered one today
When you ordered this holster did you order for threaded barrel ? I see that the front is wide open. Going to be ordering one soon !
I love my Axis Slim, but this hoster is one of my least favorite and it is not comfortable at all. No audible click when seating my G19 with TLR7. Hate the holster overall and it now sits in a pile of other rubbish holsters. I actually called Tier 1 about the pistol not locking into the holster and they said it won't click with a light on the gun. BS as all of my other holsters click when the pistol seats, including my Axis slim. Between that and the uncomfortable nature of this holster, I have been buying other brands and some are just as good for half the price. I haven't found something better than my Axis rig for my 509s though.
I may have to try an axis slim for my p365.
@@lonestarrepublic1836 I run a 509 MRD and 509 tactical in my Axis Slim. It conceals amazingly, event hough it is twice the size of the xyphose. Maybe I just got a lemon. Good video. Thanks.
Not worth the price one bit and honestly my Axis Slim is pretty cheap feeling compared to my Legacy Firearms Cronus which I felt wasn't really cutting it yet after purchasing my T1 holster, the Cronus is a better concealing holster, more comfortable, and far less $$.
Speaking of concealing, the flimsy claw system on the T1, along with the belt clips being made out of similarly flimsy plastic, is hot trash. I like the adjustable stack design of T1's claw, but that is it.
On my Cronus, I opted for the D.C.C. belt clip which is solid, doesn't give, but surprisingly comes off the belt easier than T1's plastic garbage. Also the claw on the Cronus with how it's molded, doesn't even flex half as much as the T1's.
Oh and I've even tried a wedge with the T1 and it only makes it more uncomfortable with very little if any concealment benefit.
In summation, ya live, ya waste money, and ya learn.
Yes btw I know I'm comparing a sidecar type holster with a standard gun only AIWB holster but my points are valid and 100% factual.
How Do you adjust the retention on the holster? good video! I have the wedges but haven't tried them out yet.
@@lonestarrepublic1836 Thanks for the info, I have one with the mag carrier, I think the axis slim but when you take the mag carrier off it looks similar to yours so i'll try what you suggested.
It’s worth more
Best holster on the market
Mine seems to sit loose and does not click into the holster… :(
Just purchased the same one. Do you find it a little challenging to put it on?
What does that white thing on the inner holster do? Never seen it.
Do you think you could get away with carrying the M17 in this rig?
Leaning more towards their 3 o’clock OWB holster. Just want something for range days and possible concealment during winter months
How big are you?
@@Philmaxwell414 just over 6 ft
215 pounds with 38 in waist.
Very well made but extremely uncomfortable! Paid around $120 wore it for 2 days and it was by far the most uncomfortable holster I’ve ever used
Which one did you get? Are you wearing a pair of pants that's one size too big like you should? We're you using a real gun belt? And what is your weight, I'm a bit chubby but it's very comfortable for me I can't even notice I have it on, not every good holster is good for everyone depends on the things I listed as well as your personal definition of comfort, just trying to help.
The cant of the clip isnt adjustable?
what holster is that? i look on their site and i couldnt find it
how wide is the space between the 2 clips? trying to know if the clips could fit between a kore x7 buckle. Thanks!
It’s exactly 1 1/2 inches between the clips. Let me know if it works out for yah!
@@lonestarrepublic1836 thank you! will do brotha
Where did you find that big mat?
Do they make Holster for Glock 27
I got a T1 holster due to all the hype. Very asthetically beautiful but man is it uncomfortable. I can't stand to wear it for more than an hr. Doesn't matter how beautiful it is if I don't want to wear it, it's useless.
I tried the sidecar style and it was really uncomfortable for my body type. I got a vedder light tuck and a clinger cushion to go on the back. Super comfortable. I use a neo mag for extra mag carry
Do you think this xiphos is strong enough for a 1911? I love my axis elite for p365
Absolutely!! It’s definitely good to go with the 1911.
Is this only good for appendix carry?
What kinda an I dot is that and did did you have to modify the G19 to mount it? + spot light ? Any specific model when it comes to Kore belts?
What color is that one? Fde or coyote?
What holster is that?
xiphos v2
is the wedge removable? or if you order a holster with it installed is it permanent?
If you use velcro you can move it up or down or to another holster. If you use the sticky it is still removable, but you may destroy it.
CUIDADO CON TIER 1 HACES UNA ORDEN PARA UNA PISTOLA COMPACTA Y TE ENVIAN UN HOLSTER PARA UNA FULL. DESPUES TE DICEN QUE TIENE QUE SER ASI.
Haven’t even started watching the video… and, my answer is a stern NO. They’re overhyped. Bought one(AIWB) 2 months ago for my HK P30. It’s uncomfortable. Painfully uncomfortable. I’ve already ordered a replacement from CQC. If this doesn’t work, I’m going hybrid. I don’t give a shit what anyone says about leather stretch, etc.
T1C sucks.
Overpriced. Better options out there for a custom aiwb for cheaper.
I waited 45 days and 162 dollars later lol
Did you get it? I just ordered mine
@@mariuss.6607 Did you get it? If so what was the turn around time? I just ordered mine?
@@880videoman sorry I thought I was replying to somebody else's comment on a different video about a mossberg maverick 88. I got the holster, took roughly 6-7 weeks to get it.
no they are not.
No
Their logistics are absolutely horrible
The way you carry I would consider more pubic bone in comparison to Apendex carry.
Its ok but tenicor is much better