I'm seriosly thinking of giving up the Glock.... and going to Revolver only. I'm a southpaw and a big part of my reasoning is this..... I normally carry in an OWB holster on my left sife at about 9 o'clock. When getting out of my car, I have dropped the magazine at least 3 times on my Glocks... No, it didn't fall all the way out, but had I been rushing to get out and shoot, I would have been down to a single shot. Each time, I heard it, so no major harm done but it bugs me a LOT.

So the poll.

I'm just curious how many conceal carry a larger revolver. Sure a lot of us carry a backup or primary J frame... this is for those who normally pack a bigger piece.

Let's hear what you carry in K, L or N frame, an how you carry it.

Pictures are welcome of course!

I voted for bigguns just cause my screen name.Actually i do carry several bigguns,hence my name.

I had to pick L because I've been carrying, as my primary, either a 2.5" 686 or 3" 686 +, but that will change sometime in the future.

As soon as my K Frame, 2.5" Model 66-2 gets back from the Pistolsmith that will become my primary.
Due to it's lighter weight I prefer the way the 66 handles when compared to the 686.

For what it's worth, I carry cross-draw.......

While I have frequently carried an N-Frame in a Milt Sparks Summer Specail II over the years, my preference is for the 3" L-Frame or it's Ruger equivelant, also in a Milt Sparks Summer Special II.

Biker

For my last 14 years of plainclothes work I carried a 4" Ruger Security Six (think K frame) in a Milt sparks #200AW strong side FBI tilt holster. I still have and use that rig in retirement as a CCW. I fool around with other toys as well now but that setup served me well then and still does. I'm hard pressed to think of a better outfit even now.

For my money a 2 1/2" model 19 or 66 are pretty hard to beat.

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Right here. I've got a nice 19-3 p&r'ed that gets looked at more than carried and a 66-7 that has some scratches. Locks been disabled and plugged. It gets carried a lot. Galco OWB. Most comfortable driving rig so far.

To the OP:

I carried a Glock 23 and decided to switch to S&W DA revolvers exclusively for carry. After a lot of research and thinking about my personal situation I decided the revolver was the best choice for me. I routinely carry a 3" 65-3 in a Wraith IWB holster by Seth's Gun Leather. I love it! I've carried that gun 12+ hours without any comfort issue, and that includes sometimes spending a few hours driving in my car. My cover garment is an untucked shirt.

Here's my gun:



And here's my gun in the holster:

I have been carrying a Glock 320 or 29 for sone time now.
I still like them, but do not want to carry a lot of weight if
I am not out and about in open or crowded area, ie a Mall.

I have always been fond of J Frames and have taken to carrying a 649 , with a couple of speed strips. I use a Galco side snap scabbard, or a Don Hume 3-2. I figure I have enough firepower to get me and mine out of the area if the need arises.

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Great looking grips. What are they?

K frame for me most of the time.

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Here's an oddball - S&W 625-11. It's an N-frame snubby with a scandium frame and stainless cylinder chambered in .45 Colt. It's certainly not an every day carry gun (342PD or SIG P938 for that), but you asked.

Miss carrying my 3" RB K frames (13/64/65s) but no longer own them. I still carry my 4" 58 on occassions however along with the 442 Pro in the pocket.

CD

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I carry N Frames, up to 4", crossdraw. My newest is the Night Guard .45acp. I am loving it and have ordered a Mernickle Extreme Crossdraw for it.

Another Southpaw here. 2" M64 bobbed hammer. Gould & Goodrich 3 slot pancake toward the 8 O'clock side of 9 O'clock.

I've cairried a 2" Model 64 almost exclusively for the last six years. I use a Don Hume Slide OWB most times, when I feel the need for retention, I use a Bianchi #5BH, like when I'm cycling, canoeing, hiking, etc.

In the Winter I sometimes carry a 4" Model 64 in a Bianchi #5BH, concealed by a long waisted jacket.

I do have a 4" Model 66 and a Wild Bill's Concealement "Summer Special" IWB holster, but don't carry it often as the adjustable sights dig into my fleshy bits on my waist...

I practice frequently shooting double action, and compete with the 4" Model 64 in IDPA and IPSC matches, shooting double action exclusively. That way, If I ever have to use the revolver for defense, my training in competition will help....

I like my 4"65 in an Alessi belt slidewith a long jacket. Sitting down is not a problem, even with target grips. I like the pull through snap.
gordon

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better have that checked

have carried any number but currently i carry a 3"M657 in an ankle holster...works for me

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KK4EMO

can anyone recommend a good conceal carry holster for N and L frames revolvers with 4" barrels

I have a "Wheelgunner" by Galco that I carry a 4" Md28 in. It's comfortable and can be worn strong side or crossdraw by both left and right handers. I really like this holster and it conceals under a short coat or untucked shirt nicely.

I use IWB holsters almost exclusively......much easier to conceal and I don't have to worry about the toe of the holster showing.

Mernickle Custom Holsters - Performance Series

I carry a Model 58 all day in one of these....

Model 66-5 snub in an OWB holster (Galco speed scabbard)

4" Model 10-10 with a Barami Hip Grip.......4" 64-7 in a pancake OWB holster, or also a 4" Ruger Speed Six .357.

I personally, for my needs see no need to carry a larger frame .357 like an L or an N, when a medium frame like a Speed Six meets my needs just fine for defensive use. When I carry my S&W .38's like my 10's and 64's, I do not feel "undergunned" with 130 gr. .38 +P's.

Same as above posting. I love my m10s,64sto carry for protection. All fit right in my iwb holsters with no problems

"can anyone recommend a good conceal carry holster for N and L frames revolvers with 4" barrels "


You can get anything you want at this site,i use it because i'm left handed it's hard to find lefty holsters.


Packin' Heat Leather

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I carry a 2.75" Security Six occasionally in a cheap nylon IWB holster, I would carry it a lot more if I had a decent holster for it. any recommendations?

I don't have a gun to use as a form, for the speed six. You might check with Mike Barranti at barrantileather.com, Mike makes some really nice stuff! Good People!

I carry a 10-6 in a Bianchi 5b holster at the 4o clock position. It is stoked with 148 garin wadcutters at the moment. Summer carry is the same with Critical Defense of the "FBI" load.

Dave,
Hey Iggy,

Your K frame rig tain't no bigger than my N frame shuck...

You orta know Podner, you orta know!!!

I have several snubby revolvers but I like to carry my trusty 4 " Model 10 from time too time. Just something about a classic K frame.

As mentioned earlier, a snub 19 or 66 is tough to beat, but my 242 is extremely comfortable for a "larger" frame. It is an acquired taste style-wise, but is a great carry revolver.

I carry my model 19. Its funny because I carried that to work on Sunday all day long and didn't notice the weight, then the next day went I went to work with my Sigma I notice how light weight my Sigma was LOL.

Also I'm a lefty myself and have found holsters that would not interferer with the mag button on my Sigma and M&P.

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I carry a Model 66 3", tough to find but absolutely the best K-frame .357 CCW S&W's ever made. The Model 65 3" or Model 13 blued equivalent is a great choice, too. The 66 just handles a bit better for me.

N-frames: Any of them--wise ammo selection is important--with 3, 3.5" or 4" barrels without full underlugs--and particularly ones with the tapered barrels used in the past or on the Mountain Gun series.

Of all the N-frames, the old-school Model 27 with the 3.5" barrel or a plainer-Jane Model 28 4" in .357 Mag would probably be my absolute favorites for CCW belt carry.

Four inch K frame model 64 or 10 in an A E Nelson vertical shoulder holster in winter, with a 2 inch model 10 in an IWB strong side. I have a sideguardleather IWB quicksnap with a healthy cant that is comfortable with either the 4 inch or 2 inch barrel K Frames for strong side. I also have an A E Nelson clip on IWB and summer special IWB that work pretty well for cross draw in the summer. Experimenting right now with a remora IWB for the 2 inch K frame, and it is comfortable and seems pretty secure, and allows me to sit it deeper inside the waistband. The 2 inch Ks are top heavy and need to sit lower. Love the fixed sight Ks. All my carry guns have bobbed hammers. Lefty posts in the vendor section (bellcharteroakholsters), and makes some really nice looking stuff for revolvers.....his Mae West is calling to me.

I carry a Smith 327 PC in my business satchel during the work week and a Kimber ultra carry II on my person during the weekend. I wish there was a IWB holster for the 327 to make a bit more concealed. I love the gun but tends to show itself despite trying to be a CCW.

It is one of 3 S&Ws or 1 Colt, unless it is a Western Wear gig then a Ruger SA in a custom made rig.

Since I got the Model 58 its the revolver of choice; followed by the 325PD; for a real Sudden Impact I'll wear the Nickle 29-3 with its 6" barrel. Of course there's always my Colt Cobra!

I still occasionally carry my M65 3 inch heavy barrel on plain clothed duty. Have a nice Lobo #1 pancake for it.

It's heavier than my Glock 23 and carries less than half the ammo and the Glock has proven to be just as reliable and accurate as the revolver.

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I carry a 3" Model 66 in a Lobo enhanced pancake, absolutely love it.

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S&W the only revolver for me.

If I don't CC a J-frame, it's a K-frame for me. A 65-5, 3-inch usually is along for the ride on a boonies trip too!

My 2 3/4" Speed Six rides in a cheap Bianchi belt clip, thumbstrap IWB holster when I CCW it. My 3 1/16" SP101 rides in an even cheaper no-name belt clip IWB holster without thumb strap. The thinner and slightly longer barreled SP101 seems to be plenty secure without the thumbstrap but I like having it on the heavier Speed Six. The SP carries pretty easy. I am still looking for the right deal on a leather IWB or OWB holster for my 2 1/2" 19. Still looking for my 3" 66 too. For most of my purposes, and the threat level I anticipate, a good wheelgun that I shoot well is all I need. Although there are times I would feel better with more firepower and for that reason I continue to own a Glock 20. Fifteen rounds of 10mm goodness.

I have the same problem as you as far as my mag sometimes dropping out of my glock when I carry it at 9 o'clock. I've realized that it comes down to holster choice. And another good idea is to switch to the M&P. Because its very easy to switch the mag release for us southpaws. Last but not least there's nothing wrong with a good 2.5 inch model 66 or 19 if you like the glued version.

Hope that was helpful,
Younggun

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Shot placement is key!!

My 2.5 66 i always on my belt in a Don Hume JIT. Conceals well even under an untucked T shirt.

I love carrying my 66-1 2.5" and 10-5 2". The k-frames just feel right.

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Same gun. Same rig. Because of the Predator, I will never go back to IWB. Thank you SGH.

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an actual conservative

I'm a lefty and carry a 2 inch 327, 2 3/4 inch 325 and a LCR back up. LCR in a Galco ankle, 327 in a Desantis , 325 in a IWB Hoffners.

I did not vote due to not having a fitting selection.

There is not a particular frame that excites me. I have carried a 19, 36, 66, 686 and a couple others concealed at some point in time over the years. It used to be when I carried a revovler, the one I carried would depend on the way I was dressed for the day. A nice J frame worked well one day and it might be a K frame the next.

Now it is a S&W 1911 every day.

649 and/or 66-2 2.5" for me.

After having carried several guns concealed over my 30 year L.E. career, I have returned back to where it all started for me. My 4 inch Combat Magnum is carried (off-duty) in an old, no-longer-made Roger's IWB holster. This old holster is adjustable and has carried several different guns over the years. Even with the front inch or so of barrel and squared patridge front sight sticking out and resting against my hip, it is simply the most comfortable gun I've carried in that position. I've carried a 4 inch N-frame in the same holster and location and it is only slightly less comfortable, due to its increased weight, not "bulk" or "girth". The rounded edges on the revolvers are just more comfortable than squared-edge autos. Just my experience...