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New From Crossbreed Holsters: Ankle Rig

October 18, 2012

Before Crossbreed Holsters’ owner/operator Mark Craighead shuffled off this mortal coil, he designed a new product: an ankle rig. TTAG has consistently warned readers that ankle holsters are best used by gun owners looking to schlep a back-up gun, devoid of practical alternatives or pursuing deep cover. But if you gotta do it . . . “With our calf support strap, this ankle rig won’t be riding down and slapping your anklebone,” the presser promises. “It also features a padded ankle section for greater comfort and a thumb break for secure carry even in rigorous activity while still being easy to draw from when needed.” $49.50 plus S&H will get you a rig that fits small to medium autos like the Kahr K and Ruger LC9, with a “try if free for two weeks” guarantee.

18 COMMENTS

Ralph October 18, 2012 At 16:12

A leg that looks like that should never see the light of day.
- Mark N. October 18, 2012 At 19:55
  
  A leg that looks like that HAS never seen the light of day.
  - Bill F October 18, 2012 At 22:57
    
    A leg like that shouldn’t get too close to the horseshoe pit either.
    - jwm October 18, 2012 At 22:58
      
      Now that’s funny.
Robert Farago October 18, 2012 At 16:27

I guess they didn’t want to get a leg up on the competition.
Gregolas October 18, 2012 At 16:31

I’m in a work situation where ankle carry is the best solution. I’ve always used Uncle Mike’s b/c my skinny ankle requires a calf strap.This one looks like a winner, especially with the “try before you buy” option.
AlphaGeek October 18, 2012 At 16:40

Seems like it would be a little conspicuous when wearing shorts.
- Phil October 18, 2012 At 17:23
  
  Open ankle carry…its all the rage
  - jwm October 18, 2012 At 17:37
    
    Don’t forget the black socks.
Robert Farago October 18, 2012 At 16:58

At least it doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.
Aragorn October 18, 2012 At 17:29

Same shoes I wear.
Now I just need to shave my legs so the holster stands out.
Robert Farago October 18, 2012 At 17:46

You can’t carry when you’re legless. Just sayin’,
- AlphaGeek October 18, 2012 At 19:22
  
  Is that why some states have laws against carrying and drinking at the same time? I’ve had more than a few drinking companions end up legless after a long night of lifting the pint.
Robert Farago October 18, 2012 At 19:49

I guess this is Craighead’s legacy.
John Fritz October 18, 2012 At 23:35

That rig looks like it’s crying for a 6906.

The only time I ever wear long pants is while at work and, correspondingly, that’s the only time I am not carrying my P6. So John will not be adding this to the collection. Unfortunately.
Chris Dumm October 19, 2012 At 00:00

I’ve never been a fan of ankle rigs, but if anyone can do it right it’s probably Crossbreed. How’s about you send me one, Nick one, and grab one for yourself, RF? We can all try the Ankle Carry Paralympics of running, biking and swimming with our subcompact 9’s. Mmm, maybe not the swimming.
- Robert Farago October 19, 2012 At 06:43
  
  We could do it at Legoland.
John T. January 19, 2013 At 19:55

I use an ankle rig to carry a Kahr CW9 , mostly for church. There I’m 1) sitting down a lot, and 2) wearing a choir robe that makes getting at a waist level holster difficult. Not to mention I really don’t want to be outed at church. I like my crossbreed supertuck, so I may have to try this one.