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Old 04-13-2009, 03:21 PM
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I'm going to eventually get my CCW and would like to find something for my FS9 if it's discreet enough. But regardless, I plan on doing a few training courses at TDI and need a good holster. I almost never wear a belt, so I'm wondering what you all think would be a good choice for me. The paddle variety seems logical but I wonder if they will slip out of my waistband on the draw. Also, are they comfortable to sit while wearing?

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Old 04-13-2009, 04:17 PM
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I use Fobus and Bianchi paddle holsters and never had a problem with them staying put when drawing
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Old 04-13-2009, 08:30 PM
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A paddle holster without a belt may be a problem in that the weight of the gun may tend to pull your pants down. How embarrassing!
I have a Bianchi X15 shoulder holster which I really like. You might want to look at them. The weight of the gun is not an issue at all.
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My recommendation is to start wearing a belt.
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If you are going to pack a CCW you need a belt, no ands ifs or buts. You're looking for trouble if you don't.
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About the only way that you can CCW without a belt is a shoulder holster. IF I were you, I would go aout and get a good belt
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I plan on doing a few training courses at TDI and need a good holster
If you're going to be serious about training (the price may make you get serious), then:

1. Pick out the strong-side holster you will need for the training courses. (You can't use holsters that make the gun sweep the instructor or others, so that pretty much leaves strong-side)

2. Buy the appropriate gun belt for the holster.
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Thanks guys. Strong-side holster and a good belt. Got it.
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Thanks guys. Strong-side holster and a good belt. Got it
You sure got it. Get a gun belt, not just a belt. I got one from Galco and love it. They just hold everything in place better than a Levis or whatever belt. Good luck! (I love shldr holsters also, but in Houston it's only cold like 2 days a year!!!)
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As stated above, you cannot use a holster that causes you to sweep the muzzle past anyone. If you must use a crossdraw, you will have to use a position on the line that is at the appropriate end.

Also, and most important, is that you must be able to reholster using just your firing hand and without visual contact. Choose a holster that remains open at the mouth when empty.
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The Blackhawk Serpa paddle attachment seems to bite the trousers pretty well, but I'd still recommend a belt. The Alessi Talon clip IWB is, in my opinion the best of its kind on the market. The hard nylon clip is the most unobtrusive, yet holds pretty well. Mine is over ten years old.
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No belt = THUNDERWEAR
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Old 04-17-2009, 06:19 AM
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I hate to where a belt I have gallbladder problems. It can get a little painful around the waistline. But when I carry anything of any weight I put on a belt. I can carry a Airweight J frame with no belt. I can also carry my Bersa 380 but it does pull on the pants a bit. I have found that farmer jeans work very well. I can carry my S&W99 with 16 round in a Don Hume 715. It is the most comfortable arrangement I have found.
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Old 04-17-2009, 06:01 PM
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If you are serious about concealed carry, get used to wearing a belt. Less chance of fumbling whether you carry IWB or OWB. Having to hitch up yur pants every few minutes can be worse that printing, if you catch my drift.
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No belt? Try an Alessi Talon IWB holster or FIST ultra thin Kydex clip on IWB. Both seem to hold the holster tight to the pants and mine have never pulled loose when drawing the gun.

I do agree that a good belt is in order though.
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Don't get a good holster and a cheap belt. Some cheap belts tend to stretch. Woven leather belts stretch more than solid leather. Try a lot of holsters. The gun is the easy part.

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All very good posts. Thanks everyone. I guess I have quite a bit of research to do.
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Wear a belt. It does not have to be tight around the waist.

Dickies Perry makes a "Y" suspender with plastic hooks that goes underneath the belt to pull your pants up. A moderately stiff belt with Dickies Perry suspenders is the best carry method I have found.

http://workingperson.com/brands/1/Perry+Products.html There may be a cheaper site, but this has a picture of what I am raving about.

I carry a S&W revolver, speed loader, car keys, change, wallet, cell phone, flashlight and dog biscuits in my pants and the suspenders hold my pants up with no pressure on my waist. I have carried a Beretta M9 service pistol in a paddle holster with two mags on the off side with no problems whatever.

These suspenders are great. And no moving parts. With a good belt or pocket holster, it is the cheapest and most comfortable carry rig ever. And it is discreet.
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yeah, those of us with bellies know you just got to have a belt, I assume if you don't usually wear one you are one of those skinny guys I got a 511 TDU belt which is their thinner basic nylon belt and it is great and only $10. You might need something stouter for your training class but I seriously doubt it, and I know they work fine for everyday wear.

And somehow I'm thinking if he doesn't wear a belt he is not going to want to be sporting some of those "Al the sidekick" yardstick suspenders
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