Which Remora holster for M&P Shield?

[checkmyswag]

First, let me say I have searched the forum and read what has already been said on the matter.

According to their website, it calls for the 6 ART. What does the ART stand for? I see some people go with the 6, 6 ART and even a #4.

I'm looking to carry on the right hand side and would like a sweat shield.

Photos?

Experience?

Which one is correct for the gun?

Thanks.

 

[Linejudgemick]

The ART stands for "artimus" and it basically means it has a deeper profile on the "draw" side allowing a better grasp of the grip when drawing the pistol. I use the 4ART left-hand version with a sweat shield for my Beretta Nano and think it is a great holster. I also have a 6 OWB/IWB for my M&P9C. It's a little snug, but fits. It seems to me that might make the 6 a little big for the Shield, but I'd suggest following Remora's recommendation.

 

[flphotog]

You might give femora a call they would be happy to help you. I have two remora's by not the one for the shield.

 

[zotzer]

Do not get the 6ART with the sweatshield. I have one, and the seam of the sweatshield wraps around the rear sight, making the holster come out when drawing the firearm.

I love Remora holsters. I solved this by shoving a small piece of cloth in the bottom of the holster, to lift the rear sight up past the seam. Reason I kept it, is that I think if I ever added a laser, it would be a perfect fit. Without a sweatshield, the 6art should be fine.

I was supposed to call Remora today to discuss an alternate model to order, but got tied up. Will report back if/when I do.

 

[tjkober]

Do not get the 6ART with the sweatshield. I have one, and the seam of the sweatshield wraps around the rear sight, making the holster come out when drawing the firearm.
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I had one and sold it to a friend that wanted one due to the very same reason and mine also caught inside on the front sight as well. I could not draw from it without the holster coming out regardless of how/where I carried it. I just received my Foxx Trapp holster and couldn't be happier with it fwiw.

 

[nickel plate]

I too am in the hunt for the correct Remora holster for my 9mm Shield. What about the 6RFT with the re-enforced top? Also-there are two optional varients on the sweat shield, "sweat shield-$5.00" and the "full sweat shield-$10.00".
Our Shields are few and far between so if you have a Remora for yours, please weigh in.
Does anyone know the boss over at Remora? It would be great if a Remora rep would check in here and help us out.

 

[wdmshooter]

I use the 6G-ART for my Shield9. I pocket carry mine in my right front pocket. It really works great.

 

[kmcgill]

I had the same problem with 6ART with the sites getting snagged


I had an old 8UC that fits perfectly, although no sweat protection

 

[catcus-jack]

Save your money and get a real holster and not a pouch made out of material that is like nylon.

 

[checkmyswag]

I have a nice leather and kydex IWB holster. Thanks for the suggestion though.

 

[RussC]

I like the Desantis fit for the Glock 26 for pocket conceal of my Shield. The material is thick enough that I can't make contact with the trigger while holstered but not too thick to make pocket conceal awkward.

It seems to me from the pictures there is too much padding for pocket conceal with the Remora?

I would like to read anyone who has used both holsters to provide an objective comparison.

Thanks

Russ

 

[RussC]

Save your money and get a real holster and not a pouch made out of material that is like nylon.

Catcus
I am always open to try a better holster.

If a person pocket conceals what holster would you recommend?

Thanks

Russ

 

[checkmyswag]

To be clear. I'm not looking for pocket carry. I don't dress baggy enough for that. I'm trying to help figure it out for a female friend of mine. I didn't decide on what she wants or how she wants to carry. I'm not one of "those" guys. I'm just trying to help figure out the proper model for the gun.

I'm pretty happy with my White Hat holster.

 

[zotzer]

I am a female, so I can help. We don't wear pants with big wide beltloops every day, and have more considerations when it comes to trying to effectively conceal carry.

The Remora is indespensible, and an absolutely excellent quality and purposeful holster. You can wear a skirt and shove it in the waistband...under snug underwear, if necessary. You can move it to a purse, should the need arise. You can set it in a safe, accessible place while driving in the car. It is the most-used holster I own. I own a lot of holsters, I use a lot of holsters, and I try to wear belted holster systems as much as possible...but if we want to maintain even some of our femininity , we need alternate options.

That said, the 6ART with the sweatshield is not the answer.

I am going to call Remora now, and will report back.

 

[checkmyswag]

That said, the 6ART with the sweatshield is not the answer.

I am going to call Remora now, and will report back.

Wow, thanks!

 

[Ransom]

Call Mike @ Remora and ask about a holster made specifically for the M&P Shield. There is a thread going over at Defensive Carry about a guy who was not happy with the 6ART; he called Remora and they custom made him one that works perfectly for the Shield. I'm hoping to get one too.

 

[checkmyswag]

Will check out defensive carry forum. I'm not as active over there as I should be.

 

[zotzer]

I never got through today. Called but the phone was answering and no one there. Sent an email, but nothing. Good to hear about the custom holster. Maybe they will just start producing it and we'll all be good to go.

 

[caribe]

I have a 4A Rft holster, and it fits my Shield perfect.

 

[Dino1]

I have not heated it up with a hair dryer and wrapped the pistol with a hankecheif yet to fit it. But this one is for a Kahr MK40. I have been carrying it for a couple days in this holster. It will fit a little deeper into the holster once heated. I can jam it in but don't think thats a good idea. You can fit guns to these with heat, insert the gun deep into it while hot, then throw it in the freezer for 5 min. This one has the Kydex reinforced top and the sweat shield. I really like these holsters for comfort and function.