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Learn Your Holster and Basic Technique
Learn a safe technique for drawing and holstering your weapon that complements your holster type, and stay with the technique under duress to avoid confusion and misfires. For a belt holster, for example, draw the firearm straight up, rotate it at your elbow and point the muzzle in front of you. Always position your finger away from the trigger while drawing or holstering your firearm.
Keep Your Hand on Your Stomach
Put your free hand on your abdomen during the first part of the draw or when holstering your firearm. If your hand is in front of the pistol during an accidental discharge, chances are the projectile will pass through your hand first.
Fit Firearm to Holster
Use a holster only for the firearm for which it was designed. Test your holster with an unloaded firearm, and check it frequently. If you have concern that your holster is worn, loose, defective or unsafe at any time, stop using it immediately.
Fit Holster to You
Consider comfort and practicality. A belt holster should fit firmly to your hip with little or no movement. Wear a belt designed for carrying the weight of a holster; most holster manufacturers also make belts.