Upgrade your daily tote with the Strike20 Chic Sidearm Side Bag
In short: The Strike20 Security Sidearm Side Bag, Armagedón is a side bag that looks like everyday carry and works as a concealed sidearm platform: 1000D nylon, YKK zippers, and a hidden modular pocket at the back for quick release of a sidearm, suitable for all types of pistol. It is built for security personnel and plainclothes users who need a firearm accessible without a bag that announces it. This article explains what it is built from, how the rear pocket works, and who it is for. (It was previously listed as the Chic Sidearm Side Bag; same product.)
Why does a concealed-carry side bag exist?
A bag that looks like tactical gear defeats the purpose of plainclothes work. A bag that looks like a fashion accessory but buries the sidearm under everything else in it is worse, because it creates the impression of readiness without the fact. Security professionals working in civilian environments — retail, events, executive protection, transport — needed a bag that reads as a clean, modern side bag on the street and gives access to a sidearm in one movement when that changes. That was the design brief, and it came from working with Israeli security firms who do exactly that work.
How does the hidden rear pocket work?
The defining feature is a concealed modular pocket at the back of the bag, on the side that sits against the body. It is separate from the main compartments, so the sidearm is never buried under a phone, keys or a notebook, and it is built for quick release: the pistol comes out in one motion rather than after unzipping and searching. The pocket is modular and suits all types of sidearm, so it is not tied to one pistol size. From the outside the bag shows nothing; the pocket is against the body and out of sight.
What is it built from?
- 1000D nylon — the heavy-denier nylon used across Strike20's bags and pouches, chosen for abrasion resistance and long service life. A daily-carry bag gets set down on concrete, dragged across car seats and rained on; 1000D nylon shrugs that off for years.
- YKK zippers — the zips are the first thing to fail on a cheap bag. YKK is the benchmark for zippers that keep running smoothly after thousands of cycles, which matters on a bag you open every day.
- Hidden modular rear pocket — the concealed sidearm compartment described above, built for quick release.
How do you wear it?
Wear the bag so the hidden rear pocket sits flat against the body, on the side of your drawing hand. Practise the draw with an unloaded pistol until opening the pocket and presenting is one movement, and load the front compartments with your everyday items so the bag hangs the way it will on the day. A carry bag only works if it is carried the same way every time; the body remembers the position, not the bag.
Who is the Armagedón side bag for?
Security personnel working in plain clothes; executive protection and event security staff who move through civilian spaces; licensed carriers who want everyday carry that does not look like it; and tactical enthusiasts who want a bag built to a professional standard for daily use. It is designed as a daily bag first and a carry platform second, which is the right order for a bag you will actually use.
What else does Strike20 make for everyday carry?
The Armagedón is the concealed-carry option. For open, gear-first carry look at the Strike20 Vest Bag, and for leg-mounted carry the General Knee Bag in 1000D nylon with a MOLLE front. The full range is in our side bags collection.
Frequently asked questions
Will my pistol fit the rear pocket?
The hidden modular pocket is designed to suit all types of sidearm. If you carry something unusually large, contact us with the model before ordering.
Does the bag look tactical?
No. It is designed to read as a normal side bag in civilian environments; the sidearm pocket is against the body and not visible from outside.
Is this the same as the Chic Sidearm Side Bag?
Yes. Same product, earlier name.
Where is it made?
Strike20 is an Israeli brand; the bag is manufactured in China under our own specification and quality control.
Where to go from here
See the Security Sidearm Side Bag, Armagedón, or browse the side bags collection. Buying for a security team? Our request for quote page is the fastest route to bulk pricing.
About the author
Idan is the founder and CEO of Strike20. An Israeli military veteran, he founded the brand to build professional-grade tactical gear for security teams, law enforcement and military users, and he leads its product development.
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