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Old 11-10-2010, 11:33 AM
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Default 642 Shoulder Holsters

Now that winter is almost upon us, I need to switch from a pocket carry with my 642, and go to something more comfortable. Was thinking of a shoulder holster. Had one years ago, for a 44 mag Ruger, and liked it quite well.
Any ideas? I read so many posts, where others say they have a ton of holsters in their dresser drawers. Don't want to go thru the trial & error, if I can get away from it.
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Old 11-10-2010, 11:51 AM
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I pocket carry most the time, but I have tried various shoulder holsters. Of them, the upside-down variety are my favorite (Safariland & Bianchi). I think Ken Null still makes the "CitySlicker" which is similar but plastic.

The Galco Executive is really nice and it's comfortable, but it's expensive. I'm sure there are other good ones, but these are the ones I'm familiar with.
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Old 11-10-2010, 12:25 PM
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mernickle holsters makes shoulder holsters i recommend you check them out. just google mernickle holsters
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I have an Alessi bodyguard with a pull through snap...great rig, probably the best there is for a j-frame....but I have to say, a bit much for so little gun...
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Old 11-10-2010, 01:38 PM
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The Alessi bodyguard is the best shoulder holster that I've tried, but the Ken Null plastic shoulder holster is easier to conceal under a sweater or shirt.

The Null holster is secured with a clip on the offside and works well with Airweight revolvers. The Alessi bodyguard is much more comfortable to use with heavier firearms than the Null holster.
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I was happy with this site.
Shoulder Holster dot US

My holster was made to fit my 642.

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