Fatal ND Using Bra Holster
In St. Joseph Michigan, a woman was adjusting a handgun in her bra holster. She reportedly looked down and shot herself in the head. Here is the article about the incident.
Not having personally used a bra holster, I didn’t see how this is possible.
However looking at this video it may have been due to re-holstering a loaded weapon.
Limatunes has a more analytical approach to using the holster.
Looking at the videos above and the image below, I could see someone using the Flashbang holster inappropriately. Due to the single attachment point design, the single screw is the only part that keeps the pistol oriented horizontally. If the screw was loose, then the strap and holster could swivel around the screw. This could cause the holster to be oriented vertically and the gun would be pointed upward.
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I agree with Joshua, they're a horrible idea. I own guns, breasts, bras and a bra holster and I can say with certainty that this holster does not stay in one place. The single attachment point is more like a grommet than a screw so the holster is capable of pivoting freely. Add that bras and their contents move as their owners, then factor in perspiration and body oils and you have an idea whose time has not yet come. All the directions and safety admonitions in the world aren't enough to overcome what I consider a serious flaw. The "She must not have been wearing or using it right" argument just doesn't hold water here.
Try this fellas: If your IWB or OWB was designed such that it could pivot and you found your barrel pointed upward at your heart or at your femoral artery that'd likely be the last time you ever wore that holster. Might be the last time you ever did anything.
First, i dont believe that the one involved here was the flashbang. There are other similar products made of plain fabric that do not adequately protect the trigger area.
Having handled a flashbang (wife has one for the LCP) its a great idea for women, as long as you follow the instructions and understand the limitations. When she was pregnant, carrying on a belt or pocket was a no-go, and many times due to the nature of women's pant design, still is. The flashbang was the only alternative that offers good concealibility as well as good trigger coverage.