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06-16-2017, 01:09 PM
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625 Holster - Recommendations Please
Hey all - new to the hobby and the S&W community, but thrilled with my newest .45 ACP acquisitions: 625-3 / 3" and 625-8 / 4"
Asking for recommendations (and photos, if possible) for a holster that conforms to my preferences:
- OWB
- belt slide
- leather
- thumb break
- open muzzle preferred
- able to serve either 3" or 4" barrel length
I've done a fair bit of online research and found a few that come close, but always keen on hearing from experienced owners. Including a pic of one I found from D.M. Bullard that comes fairly close.
For reference, I'm not doing any competition stuff, just backyard target shooting & open carry around the property.
Thanks everyone, much appreciated.
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06-16-2017, 01:36 PM
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Try a Tom Threepersons style by Lobo Gunleather. A vendor here on the forum.
Protects the barrel and especially the muzzle of the weapon and has good retention. Order a 4" and you can also carry your 3" in the holster.
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06-16-2017, 02:09 PM
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Any holster for a S&W
4" "N" frame will work
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06-16-2017, 04:59 PM
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There is nothing like a good leather holster, and if I intend to carry concealed, that's what I use. If it has to be leather for OWB, check out TT Gunleather. I use his Snap Removable Pancake for my 2.75" 325PD.
For pure practicality, it's hard to beat Kydex for OWB carry. Your 4" 625 is a primo game gun for IDPA and can be used for USPSA and ICORE also. Buying a Kydex holster now will save you from laying out more cash later once (not "if") you get involved with gun games. There is a very satisfying "snick" when the gun seats itself in a Kydex holster. They are both stainless, so no finish wear concerns (actually I haven't noticed excessive finish wear with Kydex on my blued guns either). I recommend Blade Tech - they offer a plethora of belt attachments and other options.
Otherwise, if it absolutely has to be leather, check out TT, he makes a really nice product.
Adios,
Pizza Bob
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06-17-2017, 05:42 PM
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This is a Desantis Dual Angle Hunter, and a 6.5" N frame. They make a 4 inch in same design. Works great for open carry and/or hunting. Can wear it strong side or in cross draw. Because I have a long tube I find myself wearing it cross draw more often, but either position works. Top notch saddle leather, construction, stitching, lining, fit, etc. highly recommend.
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06-19-2017, 01:44 PM
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Thanks for all the recos! Appreciate the great advice...
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06-24-2017, 07:53 PM
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If the thumb snap is not critical to you, I have several Kramer "MSP Paddle" holsters and been very happy with them. Even with big guns such as an H&K USP 45 and a couple of N frames, they work well and can be used for concealed carry with a good belt.
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06-26-2017, 11:00 PM
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Lobo Gun Leathers for 625
I picked up a Cordovan Brown IWB belt loop style holster fitting a 5" N-frame for my 625-8. Put dark brown grips on it and it looks real sharp in the holster.
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