Kore Essentials - X3 Buckle Leather Gun Belt
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
- My followers asked that I take a look at this gun belt, per all the comments on my NexBelt review (watch here -- • Nexbelt's Titan Precis... . So, here's what I think!
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Huntsville thanks for the video. You got me to try a kore belt as well and glad I did. I have 3 now and love them. Thanks again
Thanks for watching!
2 years later and best review yet..
5 years later and still best review yet.
Kore has USA made belts now!! Good to see them doing that. And yes they broke me down too. TBH they are the best o the best.
I recently bought a Kore Tactical. And...Holy crap! When people would say how much a good belt means, I took them at their word, but had no idea, really. Now I do. This is not just a "good belt" - its the best belt. Anyone looking for a belt (especially for CCW ) need to look no further than any of Kore's gun belts. It is the best.
Love this Kore belt. The ratchet system seems very durable. I can cinch this up tight as I need and it's solid. Keeps stuff securely in place. Best pistol belt made. It also has a great look for an every day belt. Still quite fashionable.
I got a Kore belt and would recommend it. It's made of real leather, with a stiff core to keep it from sagging. Sizing the belt was simple and straightforward, and the trakline fastener felt solid and fit perfectly. Personally I think it;s a great quality gun belt.
Still good?
Love, this belt! Very rigid and holds my IWB securely. Buckle is well made and looks good too! Will definitely be wearing this with my "Casual" pants every time.
I heard about the Kore gun belt from a friend who said it was the best belt he ever has ever worn. So I had to try it for myself. He was right, this belt is perfect. I don't have to worry about losing weight and having to get another belt as this one just goes down in size with you. No more do I have to worry about my belt not being sung enough and having my holster on the side of my leg while running.
Kore makes a great belt. I really can’t say enough good things about them! Love the ease of adjustment and the sturdy feel when wearing it. Supports my MP Shield with no problem and would have no issues with a compact or even full size pistol as well. I would suggest getting the belt hanger especially if you go with the solid “buckle” no way to hang otherwise.
I'm a former state trooper and current range safety officer and firearm instructor, so I wear a firearm almost everyday, and I use a Kore gun belt. They're easy and quick to get on and off and the ability to adjust how tight the belt is makes them comfortable to wear. Whether carrying IWB or OWB the fit and feel is great. Belts are high quality leather that also look great allowing me to wear them with dress clothes as well. I actually recommend them to customers at my range whenever I can, not just for carry but for any occasion.
I’ve had the Kore leather gun belt for almost 2 years now and I love that belt, but I couldn’t carry my larger pistol and Extra mags because of the weight. Then came this reinforced tactical belt from Kore essentials, became a game changer for me. This is my new everyday belt and is comfortable and capable of handling a full size pistol, two extra mags and more. I'd give it a 5 star rating.
Purchased two of these belts with X3 buckles and the belt hanger about 6 months ago. They're attractive enough and well made for the price, the largest benefit of this option over others being the reduced bulk in the buckle area, which is why I originally went to try these out.
My biggest issue is that the reinforced core does not extend all the way around the belt: the 10" length with the notches is not reinforced, which is a critical area for carrying a gun, particularly for AIWB carry. Aside from that these are decent belts for the money, just not if you're carrying a 30oz gun or probably any gun, so points are lost on the "Gun Belt" side of things. The other downsides are that the buckle pinches and is not comfortable if it is shifted to an off center of your body, the primary pinch point being at my hip bones. Lastly, the edges will dent where the weight of the buckle rests and where the clips of your holster ride, which is not a huge deal but might be an issue if you plan to use this as a double-duty gun belt and a formal belt.
The tactical belt line is different in that they extended the reinforced section on those, but until they update the leather belts that way it's not worth it. I've found myself going back to my traditional study 1.5" leather belt from Hank's Belts for both comfort and effectiveness. I'm excited about this technology but it's not there yet.
Summary: not worth it if you are carrying anything larger than a subcompact pistol. Pretty solid if you're looking for a sturdy belt that you don't plan on strapping a gun onto. The biggest thing to remember is that the all leather gun belts are not the same as their tactical belts.
I have 5 gun belts from Kore essentials. I have 3 leather gun belts (2 black - shorter for OWB, longer for IWB - and 1 brown) for dressier wear, and both tactical belts (black and tan) for casual. They’re great! Better than other “track-lock” type belts and the only track gun belts I know of. Micro adjustable to custom fit to your holster and waist. The tactical belts are stiffer and great for competition use, too.
I don't have much experience with gun belts, so I can't offer much comparison, but I can say my new Kore belt blows everything I've ever had out of the water. It feels very solid and holds up well to every day wear. I didn't realize how important the 1/4" adjustments were until I stuck my Alien Gear holster on and cinched it up. Removes ALL the play from the holster and keeps the gun firmly against my body all day. Seems like a great gun belt, but I find this is my go to for comfort even when I'm not carrying.
After having quite a few gun belts and even regular belts, the Kore belt is by far the most comfortable and easiest belt to adjust. It;s definitely worth the buy for sure and holds everything so much better then my last gun belt.
I have a Kore nylon tactical belt and it's absolutely amazing and my everyday carry belt whether I'm wearing a suit or casual. It's like wearing a strip of steel but comfortably. It was tough to thread through the belt loops the first few times but quickly became much easier. And I love the adjustability of the ratchet system.
Jonathan Hunt nylon belt with a suit? That’s just wrong.
@@MattGoesSkiing lol! I know, right? But nobody notices. It's just another black belt to anybody looking especially with the buckle that looks dressy.
I love my Kore belt. I bought it after watching a ton of gun belt reviews. This belt works great, is easy to trim to fit (you'll need a very sharp knife), sturdy, appears to be constructed well and will probably last a long time. The ratcheting system is easy to manipulate and micro adjust. The little elastic belt keeper is a MUST HAVE (buy an extra set, just in case). Getting it on/off gets easier the more you wear it as the belt stiffness is something to get used to. Holds the holster perfectly in place, great support. One big asset is that it doesn't scream, "Hey! I'm carrying a gun!"...
This is my first and last belt i'll ever buy.. I never had any type of gun belt and I needed one for my new p10c. I received my new kore belt in the mail about 5 business days after buying it and opened it immediately and wore it. I wore it with no gun at first because i wanted to try it without it and see how comfortable it is. It is the most comfortable belt I've ever worn, it kept my pants up, and it was super light! I love it! It is the Alpha and Omega of belts. I am already looking at buying another kore belt !! Worth the money and time!!
This is the best belt I ever had. It’s light but very rigid it carries my CZ P07 and a extra magazine with ease no sagging at all no matter how i move. It is very comfortable to wear does not dig into me anywhere and it looks great with jeans to dress slacks. Comes with easy to understand sizing instructions so you just need scissors to get a perfect fit. It really is an amazing belt and is highly recommendable!!!
My Kore belt is great, it looks really good and can be worn with dress cloths. When it comes to the use of carrying a gun it does a great job at that as well, it is very rigid and will not flex even when supporting a gun I carry a glock 19 gen 5 and it holds the weight perfectly, the Kore track line system is the best thing about it there are a ton of minute increments so you get the perfect fit unlike most belts, it's very sturdy and has a quick release, I have recommended this belt to everyone I know, whether they carry a gun or not.
Got one for IDPA match and it worked great. Bought a second one as a gift for my son. Now my favorite every day carry belt.
I bought a black leather gun belt from Kore a few months ago and it's great. I had to go with a brown leather to complete the wardrobe. Excellent support for IWB carry. The micro track adjustments make a huge difference for me.
seriously probably the best belt I have ever owned so far
Both the Kore Tactical and Leather gun belts are fantastic for CC use, but also excellent for other everyday use. I love the much finer adjustability, the stiffness and width are perfect. And it's very nice looking.
I would go with a Kore gun belt. I was one of those conceal carry guys that said "I don't need a gun belt". I was wrong!! For months i wore a regular store brand belt. I decided to finally buy a gun belt that was not only well made but stylish and priced well. Long story short, best decision EVER!! Carrying a firearm is so much easier its almost seems like its not there. Being able to adjust the belt a quarter inch at a time using the track system in stead of holes makes it that much better for comfort. Need a gun belt see Kore Essentials site.
I spent a lot of time researching gun belts for my first carry concealed belt, And I am very glad I went with the Kore X2 belt, although it did take a little getting used to releasing the belt but once you do a few times it’s easy just a different action then used too. So my overall rating is a solid 5 stars.
Honestly, you should go with Anson rather than an anti gun state's company. I used to live in San Francisco, I would not support Ca.
My previous gun belts were too thick for cellphone holster clips, and the clips on the radios I use at work. I had to switch belts between dress (work) and jeans (off). The KORE belt works great for both, looks good, and has no problem with retention. I carry a FN 509 (17 round clip) easily. The other big point is the ability to make small adjustments to tighten or loosen. Very happy with the purchase and would highly recommend, the small doubts I had before I bought one are gone after experiencing it first hand. It's a well made and well thought out belt.
Mag.
17 round mag.
I got the Kore Essentials concealed carry belt and it's very stiff, which I like since it holds heavy things without sagging. Very adjustable too. I have not seen another gun belt that allows 1/4" increments in adjustment. Good looking, well made and durable so far.
I have a Kore leather gun belt with ratchet buckle and Love it. Rigid but not too rigid. Easy to adjust makes it perfect IWB or OWB or if you need to leave your gun in the car and need to to tighten your belt up. Super Quality.
Now you know Kore essentials makes the best darn belts. I think it is true to. Glad they broke you down. Nexbelt is a copycat product that we had to discontinue in our shop as a result of too many returns and breakages of the buckle.
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Kore makes the Best gun belt ever. I have gone through tons of tactical gun belts, from several companies 5.11, Blackhawk, Galco and etc., but the Kore belt exceeds my expectations. I work for CPD and so far it works out perfectly with my holster and cuffs!!
So glad I tried the kore belt too. After a month of using it I tossed out my frayed out nexbelt. Kore is way the &#% better in all categories you can tell the min you put it on.
I got one and the belts and buckle are high quality. The stiffness of the belt keeps my holsters firmly in place and allows for flawless quick draws. I purchased an extra belt and now wish I would have bought a buckle with it.
I saw many CZcams Kore belt reviews noting especially your comments and they convinced me this could be THE belt to hold up more than my trousers. I opted for the tactical reinforced belt model as my EDC (gun/spare mag/flashlight) belt. Lots of weight and I didn't want things falling down as with other brands/material. The Kore tactical model is a very stiff ridged belt. The hook/loop belt loop provided is needed to capture the end of belt otherwise it sticks out. I found that OWB and paddle holsters affect the amount of belt needed differently. An IWB holsters probably even more length would be needed. If you are a first time buyer of any Kore products be sure to use the discount code. If you don't have it contact Kore product support. Unless you are in desperate need use the lowest cost shipping and save $$$. I ordered mine on Monday afternoon and was delivered in TX by Friday noon.
Thanks for the kind words...I ended up buying that same belt and it is what I wear. Good point on the length as you CAN cut it too short!
I bought this Kore gun belt to carry my Glock 19 with but it obviously does very well with my Kahr also. I have been wearing it to work also just on a normal day where i can't carry. It's a very comfortable belt, that sizes perfectly to your waist.
If you're thinking about getting a real gun belt - get a Kore belt. The small adjustments are amazing and do exactly what Kore says they do. The belt supports the weight of my EDC gear perfectly. Highly recommend.
sorry yes another kore lover here. had to chime in.
yes very good belt I just received mine I was waiting to get it since 6 am on the ups shipment tracker and it got home and was waiting for the post man outside my house I even called work that I was going to be late got it measured and done very simple good quality and hope that it last good video and keep us posted on your belt
Going on 4 years with mine and they don’t last any more than that. I had to buy another one but best belt I’ve had so far now just waiting on my Bigfoot belt should be an upgrade.
Great video, thanks for the review :D
Thanks for watching!
My Kore belt buckle has 2 screws and the shark tooth clamp.
Paul Hughes I was told by core that the belts they sell on Amazon are not their true gun belts.. they only sell their true gun belt on their website and their true gun belts come with the two set screws
My Kore edc belt is rigid enough to where my IWB clip on mag holder stays right against my body and doesn't dog ear on me like my former leather belt. Also my Alien Gear 4.0 IWB holster simply clicks on place right over the belt. I kind of wished that the belt tongue would've been tapered more on the end to easier facilitate the belt going through the belt loops on my Dickies work pants as they are don't leave enough room to slide the belt tongue through over the past of the belt that's already occupying that space but thanks to the two elastic bands that came with the belt it makes for easy stowing away of the belt tongue. And kore quality and price are great.
All great points...
Ty brother
Kore is far superior to any other tactical belt. Comfortable yet sturdy and a lot less noticeable than other tactical belts that let people know you are carrying. With this belt I get an exact fit compared to any belt that has male and female style parts.
There are ton of kore comments its like a cult out there. I ended up getting one just cause I had foma. tbh Glad I did. You get a better fit than a belt with holes cause the holes are 1 inch apart and there track notches are way smaller. New kore belts have screws. I found out Kore is the originator of these ratchet gun belts. Selection on their site is almost overwhelming.
So, how about that 1 year review?
Hey brother, my bad...I own 3 of the gun leather belt versions with the X5 buckle. They are my EVERYDAY belts now...jeans, dress pants, etc...I can carry IWB or pocket and the belt holds firm. The adjustable buckle when sitting down to eat or drive has turned out to be my favorite part about the belt. The leather holds true and does not have a single crack in it.
My Kore Essentials belt didn't come with a bag. 🤔
Have you done a year follow up video yet ? I’m trying to look for it now.
The extra material stays tight to your body with the leather belt but my Kore nylon belt sticks out away from my body :-( maybe I'll use a bit of velcro.
It’s been two years now. I looked on your channel for a follow up long term testing video. Nope, not found. Did you stop using it. Replaced it?
Hey brother, my bad...I own 3 of the gun leather belt versions with the X5 buckle. They are my EVERYDAY belts now...jeans, dress pants, etc...I can carry IWB or pocket and the belt holds firm. The adjustable buckle when sitting down to eat or drive has turned out to be my favorite part about the belt. The leather holds true and does not have a single crack in it.
Are any of the components made in China?
is the nylon or leather better
Are you from Huntsville AL?
Live there now...
Awesome I'm in the Huntsville area as well.
Do you still wear this belt? I was looking for a second review, but nothing.
Hey brother, my bad...I own 3 of the gun leather belt versions with the X5 buckle. They are my EVERYDAY belts now...jeans, dress pants, etc...I can carry IWB or pocket and the belt holds firm. The adjustable buckle when sitting down to eat or drive has turned out to be my favorite part about the belt. The leather holds true and does not have a single crack in it.
When is the follow up coming?
Sorry about that Alan, I moved my family to Huntsville AL and my video production has been lacking!! I’m wearing it as we speak and it still holds true. Leather is more for nicer pants. I’d buy the cord version if I only wore jeans.
How are you liking Huntsville? I went to mos school at redstone arsenal.
Also, I picked up all 4 thanks to your video.
Alan Nieves I love it here! Freedom is an amazing thing and they cherish it in AL...glad the belts are working out for you! Redstone Arsenal is pretty amazing.
Honestly, you should go with Anson rather than an anti gun state's company.
Just received a Kore Essentials belt. Not impressed at all. It's a nice quality belt. The type that you can get from anywhere else for half the price.
It's a nice belt but it's definitely not a gun belt.
ALL of our Gun Belts feature our REINFORCED POWER-CORE CENTER and MICRO ADJUSTABLE BUCKLES for a Perfect Fit. They are beefier, more supportive and stronger than most 'gun belts' on the market. And you can't get it for half price anywhere else. This person has been posting negative reviews about us on dozens of YT videos. Initially he claimed we sent him the wrong belt by accident. But when asked him to email us his info so we could correct the issue - he never did. It is most likely a competitor of ours.
Made in where?
They are located in San Diego, CA
They are made in China.