iamde3
Member
I have a Model 36, 5 shot, stubbie that I may carry conceled. Any good holsters or ideas for carry will be valued. Thank you, Bob
Model 36 - carry holster
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LoboGunLeather
US Veteran
The Model 36 is a relatively easy weapon to carry concealed. I recommend a pancake-style holster designed for high-ride strong-side carry with modest butt-forward cant. These will usually just disappear under any loosely-fitted cover garment.
Brian41
Member
I use the cheap Uncle Mikes pocket holster for mine (size 3) and a DeSantis Gunhide ankle holster when my back is especially sore.
I actually carry my 37 more than the 36 due to it's lighter weight but the 36 isn't bad to carry either.
I actually carry my 37 more than the 36 due to it's lighter weight but the 36 isn't bad to carry either.
flop-shank
US Veteran
Other than appendix carry, I think if you're going to carry a belt gun, you might as well carry something full size. YMMV on that one. Bell Charter Oak has IWB holsters that look good for appendix IWB carry although I have yet to get one.
For the most part, I think of J frames as pocket guns and think that given what you're wearing and/or doing more than one pocket holster might be good to have. I get better concealment from my Mika PH, but sometimes the retention of my Kramer makes more sense. I'll bet my friend Lobo, who poster above, could make a similar, equal quality, boned holster that's much like a Kramer for much less and you'll likely get it quicker.
Last time I saw an Uncle Mike's PH it was made in Vietnam. No thanks. I'm done with "Uncle Ho".
For the most part, I think of J frames as pocket guns and think that given what you're wearing and/or doing more than one pocket holster might be good to have. I get better concealment from my Mika PH, but sometimes the retention of my Kramer makes more sense. I'll bet my friend Lobo, who poster above, could make a similar, equal quality, boned holster that's much like a Kramer for much less and you'll likely get it quicker.
Last time I saw an Uncle Mike's PH it was made in Vietnam. No thanks. I'm done with "Uncle Ho".
Brian41
Member
Thanks for that heads up and I retract my recommendation of them now.
Does that hold true for their other holsters as my older ones say made in USA?
When these wear out I'll see about Lobo Gun Leather as I've heard good things from you here.
flop-shank
US Veteran
You're a real American!
I don't know, but if they're dealing with the same gov't that killed many of my fellow american servicemen in the sixties and seventies, held american MIAs who were never repatriated, or accounted for, blew off my uncle's leg with a mine, invaded my wife's homeland (Laos) and tried to murder my wife's entire family (if not them it was their puppet, the Pathet Lao), then they not only don't deserve my money, they've earned my hatred.
I've never owned a Lobo holster, but there is no way they are anything but excellent. Too many on this forum love his product and universally speak of a great experience when they've dealt with Ray. There is no way you can go wrong with his product, price, or delivery time.
I have an older Uncle Mike's pocket holster (not Vietnamese) for my P3AT and it's a decent unit. It really has worn very well and ought to last for many years. When an UM's pocket holster gets dirty, just run it through the washer and dryer with your clothing.
Brian41
Member
Thanks flop-shank. I normaly check tags for US made products but this one slipped past me. They do put the made in Vietnam on the flip side of tag so is easy to miss. I'll not be dealing with them regardless in the future and again thanks for pointing this out.
FWIW I'm an American by choice and not by birth and do support her and her products when I can.
Sorry for the thread drift mods but such things as these are mighty important.
FWIW I'm an American by choice and not by birth and do support her and her products when I can.
Sorry for the thread drift mods but such things as these are mighty important.
cmort666
Member
I used to carry mine in a Desantis Nemesis pocket holster until I recently made myself a leather pocket holster.
flop-shank
US Veteran
I would use a holster. A PH will protect your gun somewhat from perspiration and lint. It will reduce wear on your clothing and, most important, keep the gun oriented properly should you need to draw it. Many here like the Mika PH (just google "Mika holster"). It's made in Wisconsin and only costs thirty bucks. Lobo could make you something for a very reasonable price as well.
That's not a problem. I'm just pretty vehemently against buying products made in a select few countries and believe that Americans would do well to remember who their friends and enemies are.
The best of luck whatever you decide!
I have 3 LOBO holsters, and they work! The J Frame I have fits my 36, 40 & 940. No straps to un-snap, but the gun is very secure.
This is my K Frame one, the J Frame looks the same, just smaller.
This is my K Frame one, the J Frame looks the same, just smaller.
1 old 0311
Member
Try Kramer Holsters. They make a REAL sharp pocket holster for the J frame.
FrankD45
Absent Comrade
I solved my 36 snub carry problem with this IWB from SideGuard. They call this one the DoubleSnap and it is real handy especially if you have to take the holster off frequently.
Great folks to deal with and a member of the forum as well. Here is their website. Side Guard Leather Holsters - SGH
I hope that helps,
Frank
Great folks to deal with and a member of the forum as well. Here is their website. Side Guard Leather Holsters - SGH
I hope that helps,
Frank
I can see that I am coming to the party late (as usual), but let me offer a +1 (or is it +5 now?) on Lobo Gun Leather. I have the Lobo Enhanced Pancake holster for my j-frame. Two words to describe this holster: "love" and "it", in that order.
Like Flop, I also use a Mika Pocket Holster when attire permits (usually a jacket pocket or shorts pocket), and I use a basic Uncle Mike's clip-on IWB around the house. I wouldn't use the Uncle Mike's anywhere but home because the clip doesn't secure well to a belt, in my opinion. Fortunately, I normally don't wear a belt at home.
I have a few other holsters, but those three see the most use by far.
Like Flop, I also use a Mika Pocket Holster when attire permits (usually a jacket pocket or shorts pocket), and I use a basic Uncle Mike's clip-on IWB around the house. I wouldn't use the Uncle Mike's anywhere but home because the clip doesn't secure well to a belt, in my opinion. Fortunately, I normally don't wear a belt at home.
I have a few other holsters, but those three see the most use by far.
