FALCO’s decision to add two new leather multi-fit holsters to its catalog is more than a simple product refresh—it’s a quiet acknowledgment that the concealed-carry market is splitting into two camps: shooters who want one holster to serve every role and shooters who still prize the feel and break-in of real leather. At $49.95, the AM03 Simple Leather IWB/OWB model undercuts most dedicated leather rigs while promising the same draw angle and retention whether it rides inside or outside the waistband. That price point matters in an era when polymer “universal” shells often cost nearly as much as a molded Kydex rig; leather at this number keeps the material advantage without the usual surcharge.

The DM04 Vertical Leather Shoulder rig, meanwhile, speaks to the demographic that still values traditional rigs for everything from truck-based carry to layered winter clothing. Vertical shoulder carry has fallen out of favor in the appendix-dominant era, yet it remains the most practical solution when sitting for long stretches or when heavy outerwear would otherwise trap an IWB holster. By offering both configurations in the same multi-fit leather family, FALCO is betting that versatility and material nostalgia can coexist without forcing the buyer into a single carry philosophy.

For the broader Second Amendment community, these releases underscore a continuing pushback against the notion that modern carry must be all-synthetic, all-dedicated, and increasingly expensive. Leather’s natural give and temperature neutrality still matter to a sizable slice of carriers who see their holster as a daily tool rather than a piece of tactical gear. By keeping the price accessible and the footprint adaptable, FALCO is reinforcing the principle that practical self-defense options should remain within reach of working professionals, rural landowners, and anyone else who simply needs a reliable way to keep a firearm on their person without complicated trade-offs.