Help with choosing a holster

njsportsman

njsportsman

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Hello I am trying to decide what type of holster to use I don't have much experience with them. My favorite was a pocket holster I used for my Keltec PF9 but sold it in favor of an XDS. I have tried different kinds of holsters and have come up short. Unfortunately I can't try different types of holsters to see what I would like so, its buy and try then hope for the best. I know the most popular holster here on USA Carry is the Crossbreed Super tuck but, I absolutely hate it. No fault of the holster it's a quality holster just don't like the way the IWB holster feels. I have had a couple other IWB it's just not me. So I’ve been looking at paddles and OWB’s I think I am leaning towards the paddle but am wondering how easy they conceal. I want something that is easy to take on and off like a paddle. I have a Blackhawk Serpa and love it but to bulky of a holster for summer carry. Any suggestions the guns I am looking to holster are my Sig P250 and my XDS. Thanks
 
I've been in your boat..

My recommendation would be to try a supertuck from Crossbreed holsters. I've tried many holsters and I could never find any that would fit and remotely comfortable to wear for extended periods of time. It takes about a week break in and it's even got a lifetime warranty with it.

CrossBreed® Holsters
 
I have tried various types and styles [as attested by my holster drawer].
The one I have found to be the most comfortable and useful is the Fobus paddle holster.
It has a forward cant and it rides high enough to put the grip well above the waist for less printing.
The inside portion [the part that fits inside the pants] has rubber attached which gives some cushion and prevents it from moving around [especially when drawing the weapon].
It has an adjustment to allow for fine tuning the amount of effort to draw, and to firmly hold the weapon.
It is by far the best holster I own and use!
 
I recommend a good leather OWB holster,pancake style ultimately will hold your firearm closer to your body.You have to dress around it but it is more comfortable,at least it is for me.I currently use a Galco Avenger which is an Akens style holster.Mileage may very but most of us has a box of holsters that we weren't quite happy with.Some prefer leather and some prefer kydex but everyone has different wants and requirements.I also prefer a reinforced mouth on my holsters for easy one handed reholstering.My best advice would be to use your Google Foo and check out different holsters and the decide which would work for you.And don't forget to get a good belt desinged to support your rig.
 
If you still want to try IWB then check out my review for the Remora Concealment holster in this forum. I was (and still am) a hybrid holster user but the Remora will get plenty of use by me now. Amazingly comfortable and stays where you position it. I'm not kidding when I say that I truly forget that I am wearing it. I still do not understand how this thing is so comfortable and functional.
 
i have been in your "boat" but the PADDLE holster is the way to go ! the way i solved the problem was to spend $250.00 and buy a AMERICAN ARMS 22 mag. pistol . it has about a 1 inch barrel with 5 shot of 22 mag. and you can put it anywhere ! ! ! YES it is only a 22 cal but conflicts are within 5 yards [usually] and i don't know anyone that wants shot with a 22 ...............DO YOU ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
 
Take a look at N8Tactical.com Pro Holster, they are excellent and comfortable.
Also look at StonerHolsters.com
And also Tucker Gun Leather and the Holster Store

:victory:
 
barrygray0 said:
YES it is only a 22 cal but conflicts are within 5 yards [usually] and i don't know anyone that wants shot with a 22 ...............DO YOU ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
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What's that all about? I don't want to get shot with a paintball let alone any bullet.
 
I have been wearing a Remora holster for a G26. It is easy to manage and very comfortable to wear. Very decent price too. The big problem is that your belt must be fairly tight to put retention pressure on the holster, otherwise it may slip out when squatting or bending. I have just ordered a Crossbreed Supertuck for more secure placement, tho.
 
njsportsman said:
Hello I am trying to decide what type of holster to use I don't have much experience with them. My favorite was a pocket holster I used for my Keltec PF9 but sold it in favor of an XDS. I have tried different kinds of holsters and have come up short. Unfortunately I can't try different types of holsters to see what I would like so, its buy and try then hope for the best. I know the most popular holster here on USA Carry is the Crossbreed Super tuck but, I absolutely hate it. No fault of the holster it's a quality holster just don't like the way the IWB holster feels. I have had a couple other IWB it's just not me. So I’ve been looking at paddles and OWB’s I think I am leaning towards the paddle but am wondering how easy they conceal. I want something that is easy to take on and off like a paddle. I have a Blackhawk Serpa and love it but to bulky of a holster for summer carry. Any suggestions the guns I am looking to holster are my Sig P250 and my XDS. Thanks
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I'm not sure why you can't "try before you buy". I've been to many shops and asked if I could try the holsters they have for sale. Generally, the ask me to check my weapon, unload it and then they assist me in trying different holsters with my unloaded gun. Quite frankly, it's the best way to find the holster that really fits you well.
 
njsportsman said:
Hello I am trying to decide what type of holster to use I don't have much experience with them. My favorite was a pocket holster I used for my Keltec PF9 but sold it in favor of an XDS. I have tried different kinds of holsters and have come up short. Unfortunately I can't try different types of holsters to see what I would like so, its buy and try then hope for the best. I know the most popular holster here on USA Carry is the Crossbreed Super tuck but, I absolutely hate it. No fault of the holster it's a quality holster just don't like the way the IWB holster feels. I have had a couple other IWB it's just not me. So I’ve been looking at paddles and OWB’s I think I am leaning towards the paddle but am wondering how easy they conceal. I want something that is easy to take on and off like a paddle. I have a Blackhawk Serpa and love it but to bulky of a holster for summer carry. Any suggestions the guns I am looking to holster are my Sig P250 and my XDS. Thanks
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My experience led me to Link Removed. perfect solution to my carry needs. Good luck.
 
He!!, Just come look in my holster drawer. If you can't find something there just go out and shoot yourself :hang3: Just kidding, I seem to have quite a collection and it grows faster than weeds.
 
You are looking for something that doesn't exist. Some thing that has the comfort and ease of use of the paddle, and the conceal ability of a iwb. If anyone invents that you will know it because they will be the first holster maker / billionaire!!!! I carry a 1911 government 90% but the xds gets the other 10% of my time. I would recommend trying an all leather iwb. For a weapon as light weight as the xds try something with a single belt clip so it can be removed easily. I own dozens of holsters and for the xds my two choices are Wild Bills concealment covert carry Link Removed and secondly the Old Faithfull hybrid. Its 10 times the holster that the crossbreed is and costs less. Better leather, thicker kydex, retention adjustment, can be disassembled for cleaning or to reform the kydex all for a price that is $25 less than crossbreed. And ps Old faithfulls patent predates crossbreeds by over a year! So who copied who?
 
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