Are ShapeShift Shells Different From Kydex? [updated 2022]

When it comes to carrying concealed handguns, there are many options. One popular option that is favored by many is the ShapeShift Shell, which is a shell that can be worn without any additional clothing. They are made of neoprene fabric and have a patented shape-lock retention system.

Recently, more holsters have been coming on the market using Kydex as their material for construction instead of leather or nylon.

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What is a ShapeShift Shell?

ShapeShift Shells are a revolutionary new way to carry a concealed handgun. They are made of neoprene fabric and have a patented shape-lock retention system. They are designed to be worn without any additional clothing over them, which makes it easy to conceal and comfortable to wear.

How Do ShapeShift Shells Work?

ShapeShift Shells are designed to be worn without any additional clothing over them. This makes it easy to conceal and comfortable to wear. The way they work is that the neoprene shell is designed to mold to the shape of your body. When you put your handgun inside of it, it locks into place. This allows you to carry your gun comfortably while keeping it securely in place at all times. The shell is easy to put on and take off and can be worn with or without a belt.

ShapeShift Shells are made from a soft fabric blend that is lightweight and breathable. The fabric has a four-way stretch, so it moves freely with you no matter what your movement. It’s also moisture-wicking, so the sweat won’t soak into the fabric and make you feel gross.

What Are Some of the Benefits of ShapeShift Shells?

There are many benefits to using ShapeShift Shells some are below:

They are designed to be comfortable
They can be worn with or without a belt
They are easy to put on and take off
They are very lightweight.
They also offer a very secure way to carry your handgun.
Made with durable materials that won’t break down over time.
No off-gassing of any kind!
Hard as a rock, but flexible enough to bend for easy installation.
UV Resistant (won’t fade).

Are ShapeShift Shells Different From Kydex?

The answer to that question really depends on what you’re using. The ShapeShift shells are a hard polymer material. They’re a proprietary blend that we use, and they’re a little bit different than Kydex holster, which is more commonly used in the industry.

One of the biggest differences between ShapeShift Shells and Kydex is the material. ShapeShift Shells are made from a soft fabric blend that is lightweight and breathable. Kydex holster is made from a hard plastic material that is not as comfortable as ShapeShift Shells.

Another difference is that ShapeShift Shells are designed to be worn without any additional clothing over them. This makes it easy to conceal and comfortable to wear. Kydex holsters need to be worn with a belt in order for them to work properly.

The way they work is that the neoprene shell is designed to mold to the shape of your body. When you put your handgun inside of it, it locks into place. This allows you to carry your gun comfortably while keeping it securely in place at all times. The shell is easy to put on and take off and can be worn with or without a belt. Kydex holsters need to be worn with a belt in order for them to work properly.
We often get asked if ShapeShift shells are the same as Kydex.
The short answer is no, not exactly.

Conclusion:

In the end, the choice between leather and Kydex is one of personal preference. If you are looking for an IWB holster, then Kydex is the obvious choice because it is thinner and lighter than leather.

If you are looking for an OWB holster, then you have a variety of choices. Leather holsters can be had at a much lower price point than their Kydex counterparts and provide a softer feel against your skin. Kydex holster comes in many shapes and sizes and will allow for the faster presentation of the firearm. No matter what type of holster you choose to be sure to try it out with the firearm before carrying it around.