N82 Tactical
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birdshooter
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I've had mine about a month. I carry my M&P 40c in it and it is VERY comfortable! Almost feels like you are not wearing a gun. The elastic band that holds the gun has held up well and is taking shape nicely. I sometimes still use a second hand to reholster but that's not a big deal to me. The suede backing is very comfortable against my skin. I wear it under a T-Shirt.
The original is $40 and has a lifetime warranty. I don't think you can go wrong. I'm sure others have much more expensive holsters sitting in their drawer that don't work for them.
Try one out. I'm willing to bet you will be happy.
The original is $40 and has a lifetime warranty. I don't think you can go wrong. I'm sure others have much more expensive holsters sitting in their drawer that don't work for them.
Try one out. I'm willing to bet you will be happy.
PCnotPC
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I bought an original model to fit my Glock 26. Sold the Glock and tried it with my M&P 45c. Fits and works great!
treiz
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I have a N2 original and a Pro. They are both great. I like the Pro better because it makes it easier to practice my draw and it's tuck-able.
Schneider: I emailed the "Nates" Sunday a.m. with questions, Nate Beard answered in about two hours, I ordered on line (Sunday p.m.) and received my "Professional" yesterday, on Thursday.
Quality Excellent---Review to follow if anyone is interested?
Quality Excellent---Review to follow if anyone is interested?
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Looking forward to the review! Thanks all for the replies thus far.
Desert Dog
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I posted my thoughts on this holster design in another thread here. My opinion of this holster remains unchanged and anyone thinking of buying one should weight the following comments for themselves. I'm not a N8 hater, but I do think the design is flawed and members should have something to consider, other than the opinions of those that bought one and now feel oblidged to defend their purchase. [Note: That is not intended as a criticism of buyers, just an observation about human nature. We all do it to varying degrees; myself included.] We already hashed this out a bit already (see linked thread below) and I have no interest in debating this further, so this will be my only post on the subject.
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No offense intended, but this has to be one the worst holster designs I've seen in a long time. I'm all for innovation and thinking outside-of-the-box, but this design ignores one of the most important fundamentals of basic holster design: allowing a full and unimpeded grasp of the firearm for presentation.
Just look at the photo above. The backflap extends above, around and well past the magazine well of the pistols shown. You can see in the photo as Nate uses his thumb to clear his shirt for presentation of the firearm, how the backflap has already started rolling outward along the arc between the beavertail and the bottom corner of the magwell, and how naturally the thumb goes behind that flap (as is shown here). Under stress, and at full speed, there is a very good chance that a thumb will eventaully end up behind the backflap, therby causing it to roll over and come between the hand and the grip, which in turn will stop the draw stroke. It's really more of a 'when', not 'if', this event will occur. There is a good reason that NO major respected holster maker offers an IWB holster design like this: it is a very, very bad idea.
I'm sorry, but I don't care how comfortable the design is, and how their website tries to twist the uncredited Clint Smith quote and turn it in to a selling point, I can only take comfort in wearing a primary CCW holster, when the holster design allows me a completley unimpeded initial grip. I could pick nits about other design shortcomings of both their Original and Professional models, but there is little need to do so with such a flawed holster design.
IMHO, Forum members would be far better served choosing any number of other proven holster designs, than counting on their ability to get their thumb between the backflap and the grips, when their life may depend on it.
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No offense intended, but this has to be one the worst holster designs I've seen in a long time. I'm all for innovation and thinking outside-of-the-box, but this design ignores one of the most important fundamentals of basic holster design: allowing a full and unimpeded grasp of the firearm for presentation.
Just look at the photo above. The backflap extends above, around and well past the magazine well of the pistols shown. You can see in the photo as Nate uses his thumb to clear his shirt for presentation of the firearm, how the backflap has already started rolling outward along the arc between the beavertail and the bottom corner of the magwell, and how naturally the thumb goes behind that flap (as is shown here). Under stress, and at full speed, there is a very good chance that a thumb will eventaully end up behind the backflap, therby causing it to roll over and come between the hand and the grip, which in turn will stop the draw stroke. It's really more of a 'when', not 'if', this event will occur. There is a good reason that NO major respected holster maker offers an IWB holster design like this: it is a very, very bad idea.
I'm sorry, but I don't care how comfortable the design is, and how their website tries to twist the uncredited Clint Smith quote and turn it in to a selling point, I can only take comfort in wearing a primary CCW holster, when the holster design allows me a completley unimpeded initial grip. I could pick nits about other design shortcomings of both their Original and Professional models, but there is little need to do so with such a flawed holster design.
IMHO, Forum members would be far better served choosing any number of other proven holster designs, than counting on their ability to get their thumb between the backflap and the grips, when their life may depend on it.
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Well I'll say its something I wouldn't have thought of, & would have to practice drawing, to draw (he he) my own conclusions. Thanks for the input & observation. It looks as if it could cause an issue as the grip is covered in the design. Perhaps a combat cut design. More to ponder...
Well I'll say its something I wouldn't have thought of, & would have to practice drawing, to draw (he he) my own conclusions. Thanks for the input & observation. It looks as if it could cause an issue as the grip is covered in the design. Perhaps a combat cut design. More to ponder...
Desertpilot
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We all have our preferences. Practice is needed with any holster design. I own the n82 professional for my 40c. Very comfortable and weapon is very secure. I carry for the rare chance I may need to use it. Also, the need to quick draw seems low to me.
I've thought about possible scenarios and practice them. The n82 is fine for me.
Marcus
I've thought about possible scenarios and practice them. The n82 is fine for me.
Marcus
treiz
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In my practice this has not been an issue. As I reported previously I found that I had no issue drawing whether my thumb ended up behind the pad or in front of it.
Please any more thoughts?When drawing from concealment, best practice is to use your off hand to pull your shirt/jacket up. Using the thumb to pull the shirt up is a good skill to have but could lead to you grabbing the firearm and some of your shirt at the same time.
Take a look at the crossbreed supertuck and many other holsters. Unless you opt for the "combat cut" you'll run into the same problems, which I don't think is much of a problem.
Take a look at the crossbreed supertuck and many other holsters. Unless you opt for the "combat cut" you'll run into the same problems, which I don't think is much of a problem.
treiz
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It's true that the original fits lots of guns, mine fits both my M&P compact and my Glock 26/27. The problem is that it is a pain to re-holster in practice. Not a problem in an emergency though.
birdshooter
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I completely recognize the concerns of Desert Dog. However I don't worry about the draw. Just practice and you will get it down. I initially place my thumb on top of the rear sight and slide it down to get my full grip as the draw is completed.
The fact that the holster is comfortable means I am much more likely to actually carry the gun. This is more important to me than having a holster that allows for a full firing grip but is uncomfortable and causes me to carry half the time.
Again this is my opinion and we all have to evaluate the benefits/disadvantages of the design.
The fact that the holster is comfortable means I am much more likely to actually carry the gun. This is more important to me than having a holster that allows for a full firing grip but is uncomfortable and causes me to carry half the time.
Again this is my opinion and we all have to evaluate the benefits/disadvantages of the design.
Mikey217
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I have a Crossbreed SuperTuck, but I draw the same way as Birdshooter here ^^
So I wouldn't think this would be a problem with the N82.
photoman
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By design, no IWB holster (that I can think) of provides a full grasp of the firearm.
I bought a N82 Pro for my Glock 26 and I do not like it. It is a very bulky holster and is difficult to put on.
Martimus
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I am now up to 3 N82 Tactical holsters. Two tuckable models (one for my Shield and one for a Colt GM380)... and I just picked up a Pro model for my Springfield EMP.
Fantastic holsters! I really like them!
Fantastic holsters! I really like them!
longhornfan69
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I ordered one for my M&P 9c but didn't like the feel of it so I sent it back for a refund. I currently use a White Hat MaxTuck and a Remora, and recently ordered a very interesting holster out of Louisiana called a Fusion Pac that should be here some time next month that hopefully will be the last holster I "need".
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