In my experience, with my body build (5'9", 190 lb, 42 chest, 34 waist) carrying a semi auto in spring and summer requires that it be carried IWB to force the butt tight against my side and so that the belt going over the holster smooths over the square profile of the gun.

I can only carry semi autos OWB in late fall and winter.

I have a 915, which is the same exact size as your pistol, and I carry it in a Cochise Defender from K&D Holsters.


Forum member Srigs also makes some very nice holsters and he is one of the few people who accomodate S&W Third Generation semi autos. His company is Sideguard Holsters. And I think his Double Clip (shown) or Double Snap IWB holsters are just what the doctor ordered.


I can carry J and K frame revolvers, however, OWB all year round without much concern over printing because of their rounded shapes and much shorter grips (particularly with boot stocks).