For a variety of reasons, I feel the need to return to my roots - revolvers. So - after decades of carrying semi-autos in kydex with various types of release levers for retention, I am returning to revolvers for my daily CCW. And as someone with an extensive background in martial arts, I am aware that there is a strong possibility that any use of my firearm might be preceded by hand-to-hand combatives - either vertical or horizontal. I, therefore, require my revolver holsters to have some basic level of retention - with the obvious choice being a thumbreak of some type.

So.... The search started! For my model 22-4, I ended up with a Simply Rugged holster with a thumbstrap long enough to be a large belt for Celine Dion! I'm now looking for a holster for my 4" 625. As it has an underlug, it cannot fit in the S-R holster for the 22-4 with thin barrel. That's OK, as this time around I'd like to find something with a "traditional" (i.e., short) thumbreak for retention.

Wow - there really isn't a lot out there - or at least I haven't found much yet.
Any suggestions? Like to keep it under $150-175 if possible.

TIA

geezer john

Have you tried Galco-they seem to make a selection of holsters for revolvers-I have a Galco Combat Master for my 610-4 inch full underlug.
They may make a model with the thumb strap.

Spend the money for an El Paso Saddlery Works Crosshair (Model 652). I use mine for a 625-8 4" with complete comfort and concealability. It resembles the older pancake models and has no TB, but does have a tension screw. I carry just behind my strong hip; especially when concealed, it would be impossible for someone to surreptitiously, or even successfully remove your revolver. If it came to fighting or ground-fighting, the positioning, angle & holster depth of the weapon, and holster tensioning would make it secure enough to give you two-handed opportunity to defend yourself.

You have to order these in advance, as they make holsters as you order them.

Crosshair – El Paso Saddlery

Crosshair
$87.00

This full coverage concealment holster is designed to be worn all day with comfort and security. Flat-Back construction keeps the bulk of the gun away from the body. Full feature boning brings out the beautiful detail of the handgun.

Tension screw

1 1/2″ Belt slots

Flat-Back construction

Hand boned for fit and finish (stamped and floral carved holsters will not be boned)

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*Gun Make

SMITH and WESSON
*Gun Model

N-Frame 4″

Groo here
I had Lobo make a "Tommy Threeperson" holster for my
S&W M-325 Thunder Ranch [With the rail attached!!!!!!!]
Well made fair price..
Call and talk with the "Man" with your needs.