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Old 07-19-2009, 11:38 PM
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When I was choosing my method of carry I had read a lot about IWB holsters and how uncomfortable they can be, pinching, rubbing, migrating around the belt, etc. but all these things were defied by the Double Snap offered by Sideguard Holsters. Offered at $66 shipped with a 6-8 week delivery I was skeptical, but when I got it in and tried it on I was amazed, even before being broke in it wasn't uncomfortable in any way, sitting, standing, driving and stayed put on my belt with no problems, and it holds the gun securely, and the leather is strong enough I know I will never have to worry about reholstering.

Second area of concern, how well would it conceal? I will put it this way, my wife looks for my gun and can't see it, noone in the police station could see it, and I can't even make it out at all, I am 6'1" and 125 lbs, so yes I am VERY skinny and for this holster to conceal under a large tee shirt the way it does is an accomplishment.

I also was very impressed with the customer service, Eric always answered my emails, and picked up the phone on the second ring, he offers holsters for 3 different belt widths, allows you to specify your cant, and if you have any special requirements just put it on the order and concider it done. He is a great guy and makes awsome holsters for TONS of different guns. Below I have posted pictures of my back my side and of the holster itself.

To contact Sideguard Holsters visit his website at Side Guard Holsters - Home Page
He makes a variety of holsters for many types of carry and he is a member of this forum, always a plus!





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Old 07-20-2009, 03:45 PM
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Thanks for the info KK!
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Old 07-20-2009, 03:46 PM
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no problem at all, hope I did this holster justice, this was my first review
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Old 07-21-2009, 08:10 AM
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I use Side Guard IWB holsters for my carry guns. Highly recommended. Nice job on the review Crazy K38.
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Old 07-21-2009, 09:59 AM
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It's always nice to find something that works as promised and that the maker is proud to stand behind.

Thank you for taking the time to share your findings!
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Old 07-21-2009, 05:46 PM
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Good job....he also makes a very nice offset clip on for snubs...you can get it as shown or w/o the reinforced collar for extra thinness...

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Krazy K38,
A good review. One comment for you regarding carry. Notice that you are slouching or dropping your right shoulder. Not uncommon to slouch toward the gun when you are not used to toting it. Work on posture. What you are doing now shouts gun.
Shoot straight and stay safe.
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Old 07-21-2009, 07:18 PM
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thanks I noticed that too, I worked on it all day!
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Old 07-21-2009, 07:31 PM
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Good job....he also makes a very nice offset clip on for snubs...you can get it as shown or w/o the reinforced collar for extra thinness...

I like that idea, get the clip away from the cylinder bulge so as to make the package as thin as possible. I think I'll just have to order one of those.
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Thanks Crazy for the business. Enjoy the holster and carry in good health.
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