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Old 02-15-2021, 04:19 PM
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I don't see him mentioned much on this forum, but I like Mitch Rosen's CCW holsters, specifically his 5 JR model. Have two, one for my M65 4" and the other for my Colt DS, my EDC. I wear it at about 4:00 or 4:30 with a 1.5" matching belt.





Touched up some of the fingernail scratches for the photos, using a finger tip smudge of Ren wax.

I like that the holster, cowhide, is thin, boned, and has excellent retention without a thumb break. (If memory serves, he sells horsehide to those who insist upon it, but is not an advocate of horsehide. He thinks it's a marketing gimmick.)



Got the pocket knife in the pic there to hold the holster at angle to show the thickness/thinness of the leather. 0.13" per my measurement.

I find it very comfortable, and like how it holds in tight to my body under a T-shirt, shirt or jacket. I've worn it driving for a couple of hours at a stretch, and found it comfortable, too, but that probably has to do with the size of the DS and my body type in addition to the holster.

A couple of years ago I contacted his shop to ask if I could get one for my 4" Colt Trooper — actually a 3-5-7, but why confuse things? — but was told they were no longer making holsters for that model.

In Hawaii I have a Rosen IWB for my 641, the Workman Slimline. If I recall correctly, I bought it in the classifieds here over ten years ago. When I tried it, back then, I found uncomfortable. I've lost some 30 lbs since then, and am curious to see how it feels now.
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Old 02-15-2021, 04:52 PM
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Mitch's is a great quality holster, I have one of his high end shoulder rigs myself.
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Old 02-15-2021, 05:42 PM
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I have 2 - one for my Sig P365, the other for my Sig P320. I am pleased with both.
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Old 02-16-2021, 07:24 AM
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Look great. I look for the widely spaced belt loops, especially for a heavier gun. The wide spacing distributes the weight & holds the gun securely.
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Old 02-16-2021, 08:46 AM
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Mitch Rosen makes excellent holsters. The 5 JR is a great example, it's like the gold standard of pancakes IMO. I even like the Express line. Maybe not as pretty but just as functional. If it's concealed, who cares?
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I've got 3 Mitch Rosen rigs and they are of high quality. Even the express line is superior to some "custom" makers.
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Shhhh, we don’t want his lead times to increase! : )
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Rosen makes the holsters that Dillon shows in their little catalog that they
send out every month. If your not on the mailing list, give them a call and
get on it.

Here is a 5JR President that I bought from Dillon quite a few years ago.
I have since given it to my granddaughter along with a gun that fits.
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SP101 DAO in a 5JR Express and a Galco ammo pouch. I like this setup a lot.
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Agreed, his stuff is top of the line. I have one for a 1911 and one for a j-frame that's for sale in classifieds as I sold the gun.
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Rosen makes the holsters that Dillon shows in their little catalog that they
send out every month. If your not on the mailing list, give them a call and
get on it.

Here is a 5JR President that I bought from Dillon quite a few years ago.
I have since given it to my granddaughter along with a gun that fits.
Way to go. good Grandpa
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No holster, but I have been wearing a Mitch Rosen belt for about three years now. It's thick and sturdy, and I highly recommend them.
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Two of Mitchs Upper Limit Express, for Combat Commander and Shield 9mm.
5JR Express for 2” J frame and Express pocket holster for LCP. Great holster s!
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