For a 438 Bodyguard, I think the Barami Hip Grip and the Clipdraw provide a simple, convenient carry solution. Anybody use both and have a preference? I checked related posts here (most were about Barami)...from my perspective the Barami's advantage is it can also fit in a holster...but on the minus side it is plastic. (I don't want to spend the extra for the wood or imitation wood Collins Lip Grip.) Anybody use the Clipdraw and have a good or bad thing to say about them?
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Steve

I have a Clipdraw on my 642. I use it when I'm in a hurry and don't want to take the time to put on a holster. It works really well, although it does shift around quite a bit. For that reason I usually don't wear it that way for long periods of time.

Never tried the Hip Grip, but I've used the Clipdraw and aside from the shifting and incompatibility with holsters I was unhappy with its quality. Too many sharp edges, et cetera. I think it's a neat concept, but I'd rather use a holster.

I thought the clipdraw was a really great idea, till I bought and tried to use one. The other posters have pretty well nailed its problems.

The Hipgrip has been around for many years and I used one as a young cop with never a problem (see my other post where I prove what a dope I was to simply carry "mexican" with the gun and regular grips stuck in my waistband).

I still have the Hipgrip on an early Charter Arms Undercover from the early 70s and, though I rarely use it, when I do, it still does the job.

Bob

Thanks, gentlemen. That was most helpful.
Steve

You crazy kids today....pants should be worn above the belt line, shoelaces should be tied and clips belong on holsters.

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I like that....

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Took a wild stab at it.

How lucky can one guy be?

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Word to the wise:

If you're going to be driving in or through Ohio, don't use either when in the car.

In Ohio, on body carry in a car REQUIRES a holster.

A guy was recently arrested for using a "Clip Draw" in his vehicle.

Is there any similar options to the Clipdraw or Hip Grip that are better?

Don't know if it's better, but, IIRC, Don Collins makes a wooden version of the Hip Grip.

I have not tried it yet but the "universal revolver" clip draw can be used with a holster and positions the gun in the waistband lower than the S&W specific model. It positions the cylinder below the belt.

I am lookn at trying one for my Detective Special.

Interesting. It also seems to clip on the belt and not just the pants like the S&W specific model.

I'll think I'll give it a try and report back.

please do.

They are sold out locally and I hate to pay shipping for just one item. I'll wait until they get them in again or I do a brownells order

I use a Clipdraw on one of my 342Tis, to carry it inside a boot top. It works well there; in fact, it is there at this moment. I also have Baramis on an older 642, and that setup works well for waistband carry. When paired with a Tyler T-grip, the Barami also points quite well in my hand. Regardless, for anything but boot top carry, I still prefer a good holster.

I previously tried the ClipDraw model made specifically for the J Frame. This one:


I didn't like it. It moved and shifted. It also could only hook onto your pants - not your belt - so it sagged.


I just picked up the ClipDraw "Universal" revolver model yesterday for my J Frame. Unlike the other model, it is made to clip onto the belt and sits lower in the belt line.



I've been using it yesterday and today and really like it. Because it clips onto the belt, it's more secure and doesn't seem to shift. I've done a bunch of dry fire draws and it works very well. I can also wear it with a tucked T-shirt - with shirt bloused over the clip. Not sure it would work that way with a longer collared shirt though.

The only downside is that it doesn't work with holsters. I have 2 J's, so I plan to keep it on one and use the other one for pocket and holster carry.

I have used the Barami Hip Grip for years with my "J" frames. I like it very much. I have never had an issue with security. The grip paddle hooks over the belt and the belt catches the top of the cylinder to keep it from falling out (appendix carry.) I have always felt they were a little cheap looking. I think I may try a Collins Lip Grip just for a classier look.

I bought a Clip draw for my "J" frames tried it and immediately took it off and relegated to my junk drawer. I was afraid it might damage the screw holes. Thought it was a good Idea, I just didn't like it.

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Dave

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I put one on a Colt commander and liked it. But then I have been know to carry Mex in the past. I put one on a 2 1/2" model 66 and took it off after trying it.

I'm a big fan of the Barami Hip Grip. One of my usual carry pieces is a 442, carried in my Levi's front pocket. Best to use a grip adapter, as I think the grips on the Hip Grip are too skinny to give good purchase on the gun. Works for me.





I have most of my J-frames set up this way:

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Hip Grips / Tylers on my 442 work best for me

I have used a Universal Clipdraw on a Kahr and have used J frame Hip Grips too. On the Kahr, it was very concealable and not uncomfortable, but I became very concerned about the nads with a semi in my pants with no manual safety. I like to have the Kahr's trigger covered when carrying. The Hip Grip is a great concept and can be used with a lot of holsters if necessary, but I cracked a Hip Grip right across the grip at the screw and am therefore concerned about them as well. I feel that their quality is not the greatest, although the price is right. Like most things in life, both of these choices are compromises. I'm using holsters now.

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