Best J frame for belt carry?
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During the summer a 442-1, in a Blackhawk CQC holster. Holster (C1311) offers active retention with adjustment, and the ability to tilt and adjust for different belt widths.
Model 36
One forgets it's there.
One forgets it's there.
For some reason, the Magnum-J lends itself very well to belt carry. The slight added heft of the heavy barrel seems to make the balance "just right," in my opinion.
My preferred flavor is the 649 (dash 3) carried AIWB in a DeSantis Flex-Tuk.
Edited to Add: Nice 3" SB Chief, John! Fancy leather, to boot.
My preferred flavor is the 649 (dash 3) carried AIWB in a DeSantis Flex-Tuk.
Edited to Add: Nice 3" SB Chief, John! Fancy leather, to boot.
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kthom
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My vote goes to the Model 640-1, with the Model 649 in second place, both with the magnum frames. I carry premium +P ammo exclusively, but it's nice to have the option.
I moved away from J frames so I routinely belt carry K frame snubs but when I did belt carry J frames I liked typical "Summer Special"-style IWB holsters.
I see no reason to limit myself to a two incher if I'm carrying on my belt. Usually carry a M60 Pro in an El Paso holster but sometimes, just for fun, it will be my M631 4" in a self made Threepersons style holster.
If carrying on the belt...
-Quickness into action still matters
-Weapon retention still matters
-Weight still matters
-I want the option to transition to pocket carry
-Cost is still a consideration
Taking those points into account, I would probably stick with a 642, but would be ok with a 640 as well.
-Quickness into action still matters
-Weapon retention still matters
-Weight still matters
-I want the option to transition to pocket carry
-Cost is still a consideration
Taking those points into account, I would probably stick with a 642, but would be ok with a 640 as well.
SWIll
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I like my 36-1 for belt carry. Like the three inch barrel.
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I carry a 642-1 in a Side Guard Holsters Quick Clip IWB holster.
Reasons?
It's the only gun I have right now. I kept it for it's versatility, which is funny because I can't even remember the last time I carried any other way than IWB. I've carried 2" and 3" K-frames IWB without a problem, given a good belt/holster combo (1.5" Beltman/Milt Sparks SSII or VMII copy).
Snub revolvers, particularly Centennials, have a lot of good attributes for a carry gun. The no-dash 640 has been my "grail gun" for quite some time, but I like a carry gun that's not too difficult to replace if necessary. One of the reasons I like the 642. But I think a steel J-frame would work better for me since I carry IWB nearly all the time, and pocket carrying even my 642 is a little awkward for me. I would probably go with either a 640-1 or 640-1 Pro Series, assuming no internal lock. I'd still carry my preferred .38 Special loads, though. But the 642 serves its purpose quite well, so I'm not in a hurry to replace it.
I chose my holster because it's excellent quality at a very good price; it's easy on/easy off; it's an IWB holster with a reinforced mouth that stays open so it makes practicing easier; the clip positioned behind the cylinder lowers the profile and pulls the grip into the body, making it conceal better; and the cylinder rides about even with the belt, which is where I like it.
Here's a picture. This picture has my previous 642-1, but my current one is the same.
Reasons?
It's the only gun I have right now. I kept it for it's versatility, which is funny because I can't even remember the last time I carried any other way than IWB. I've carried 2" and 3" K-frames IWB without a problem, given a good belt/holster combo (1.5" Beltman/Milt Sparks SSII or VMII copy).
Snub revolvers, particularly Centennials, have a lot of good attributes for a carry gun. The no-dash 640 has been my "grail gun" for quite some time, but I like a carry gun that's not too difficult to replace if necessary. One of the reasons I like the 642. But I think a steel J-frame would work better for me since I carry IWB nearly all the time, and pocket carrying even my 642 is a little awkward for me. I would probably go with either a 640-1 or 640-1 Pro Series, assuming no internal lock. I'd still carry my preferred .38 Special loads, though. But the 642 serves its purpose quite well, so I'm not in a hurry to replace it.
I chose my holster because it's excellent quality at a very good price; it's easy on/easy off; it's an IWB holster with a reinforced mouth that stays open so it makes practicing easier; the clip positioned behind the cylinder lowers the profile and pulls the grip into the body, making it conceal better; and the cylinder rides about even with the belt, which is where I like it.
Here's a picture. This picture has my previous 642-1, but my current one is the same.
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G.T. Smith
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OLDSTER
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J frame belt carry
I carry this 360J, and love the light weight
I carry this 360J, and love the light weight
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I carry a model 60 (no dash).
sawlog
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I carry either a model 60 pro or 60-14 iwb
Belt carry ........my "Kit Gun" ......a 3 inch 60-10 ..... think micro-686.
Truth be told ...... I'm more likely to grab me 3" 66-4...............
Truth be told ...... I'm more likely to grab me 3" 66-4...............
Jim1392
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