I usually find the retention loosens a bit with wear. But I have made a couple holsters that the retention was way too tight, and I had to hit the kydex with a heat gun to loosen it up. Now I pre-bend all my leather and kydex so I can get the retention closer to what it will be after break in.

I also prefer horse hide because it is thin and sweat resistant.

Good luck with that holster and let us know if it gets better.

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Kirk / Spock 2020