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Old 11-24-2016, 09:12 PM
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Although not often, I sometimes choose to CCW one of my full-size pistols, outside of my regular daily (Glock 19, Kahr K9, Shield .45, etc.) rotation. As we know, it can be a challenge to find a good holster that will conceal a large gun properly and comfortably. I believe I have found the ideal (for me) solution for CCW of my full-size M&P!

This is a Blade-Tech Total Eclipse Holster. It is primarily for OWB, although it comes with hardware that can convert it to IWB. Although this one is for a FS M&P, it is available for many popular handguns. It comes standard configured for straight drop (no cant). It also comes with hardware that will convert it to a forward 15 degree FBI cant. This is how I prefer to carry, so the photos show it with the FBI cant hardware installed. My favored carry position is OWB at 2:30-3:00.

I am really pleased with how this holster performs. It carries the gun tight to the body, and with the forward cant there is virtually no printing. The gun fits in the holster securely with that satisfying "click". There is an adjustment screw to adjust the retention as desired.

So if you are looking for a good OWB CCW Holster solution for a large-framed gun, you might want to check this one out.






I also have been using a Galco Concealable for my FS M&P which works OK, but I find that the Blade-Tech actually conceals better, and pulls the gun tighter to the body than does the Galco. The Galco has a more aggressive forward cant.


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The one I just made for the Shield looks a lot like your Galco but not as much cant and sits a little higher. I'm still getting used to OWB carry but I like it much more when in a vehicle or sitting. As far as I'm concerned, holsters are like shoes--Easy to change with use, style and function. I suspect I'll go through several before settling on a keeper for EDC. The first one I bought has already been demoted to the closet since I installed a guard laser.

The BladeTech sits a little low for my liking. But I'm not carrying a full size either. I wouldn't be able to conceal it unless I was wearing a raincoat.

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