Need a holster for 4” N

[SixgunFife]

I do like the DeSantis Speed Scabbard myself as well as the Kramer Belt Scabbard. Older version of the DeSantis shown below.





My favorite 4” N-frame carry option personally is the Summer Classic IWB from Barranti Leather. I know that N-frames carried IWB is something that is not for everyone. It works really well for me. 4” and 5” versions shown below.

 

[DR505]

Doc Barranti makes good leather. I use this one for my 4" 25-9 or my 625-7 .45 Colt MG.

 

[Chuck Edwards]

Looks like DeSantis no longer offers their Speed Scabbard for N frames; it's a shame, because IMO it was the best off-the-shelf option.

Check Privateer Leather. I have several revolver holsters from him, and they're top quality. He's neither cheap nor fast (13-14 week turnaround) but worth it.

 

[SixgunFife]

While I have the older DeSantis Speed Scabbard pictured, I’d found a NOS offering of same on GB; think I’ve seen them on eBay, as well.

This one is on GB right now…

 

[Photog]

Barranti Leather...Hank Sloan model. Very similar to the holster that Elmer Keith carried his 4" M29 in every day. I have one and it is a great holster.

 

[OutAtTheEdge]

I like Simply Rugged.
www.simplyrugged.com

Totally agree. Here's a 4" N-frame in a Simply Rugged pancake that I've had for years. This was my go-to rig for coyotes while bowhunting, and carried it comfortably for hundreds of hours.

 

[BillyKframe]

Here is another Hank Sloan holster from Doc with the hammer flap Elmer Kieth suggested to keep it from wearing the liner of his coats. Fits the new Mountain Gun. https://barrantileather.com/

 

[14daMoney]

have you considered a shoulder...?

 

[LittleAugieMo]

Forum member has a ThreePersons cross draw listed. Its for a 4" N-Frame. I use one to carry on the farm,but not for everyone.

 

[heeter3]

If you want an older one S&W Fan I've seen some on vintage gun leather today and in the classifieds here by member robbt.He has 3 or 4 vintage N frame 4 in holsters there now.

 

[shawn mccarver]

I already have a Galco Phoenix but that’s my camping/hiking holster. I want something that will work under a jacket with a lower profile during the colder seasons. Recommendations appreciated.

Look at the holsters of Ken Null.

 

[SuperMan]

Looks like DeSantis no longer offers their Speed Scabbard for N frames; it's a shame, because IMO it was the best off-the-shelf option.

Check Privateer Leather. I have several revolver holsters from him, and they're top quality. He's neither cheap nor fast (13-14 week turnaround) but worth it.

Maybe I am missing something...just went to the Desantis site and put in the specs...looks like they are still available...

SPEED SCABBARD

DeSantis Holster is an online store for premium leather, kydex, & ballistic nylon IWB & OWB holsters, magazine carriers, & more.

www.desantisholster.com

SPEED SCABBARD​

SMITH & WESSON: SMITH & WESSON N FRAME
SKU: 002BA44Z0
Application: S&W N 25/27/29/629/357PD 4"; CLASSIC HUNTER 4" COLT ANACONDA 4" DAN WESSON 44VH 4" RUGER REDHAWK
Fit: Right
Color: Black Availability: In Stock

 

[Chuck Edwards]

Maybe I am missing something...just went to the Desantis site and put in the specs...looks like they are still available...

SPEED SCABBARD

DeSantis Holster is an online store for premium leather, kydex, & ballistic nylon IWB & OWB holsters, magazine carriers, & more.

www.desantisholster.com

SPEED SCABBARD​

SMITH & WESSON: SMITH & WESSON N FRAME
SKU: 002BA44Z0
Application: S&W N 25/27/29/629/357PD 4"; CLASSIC HUNTER 4" COLT ANACONDA 4" DAN WESSON 44VH 4" RUGER REDHAWK
Fit: Right
Color: Black Availability: In Stock

I see what I did; the other frame sizes are listed next to each other, but the N frame is listed by itself further down. Good catch!

 

[SuperMan]

...wouldn't want you to miss out....

 

[Chuck Edwards]

...wouldn't want you to miss out....

No worries, I already have a custom holster for my 4" N frames.

 

[Wyo]

Already said above but the best concealment holsters I’ve found for the 4” N frame are the Simply Rugged or the much older Roy Baker pancake. You have to find the Bakers on Fleabay.

 

[Wfevans4]

I already have a Galco Phoenix but that’s my camping/hiking holster. I want something that will work under a jacket with a lower profile during the colder seasons. Recommendations appreciated.

Simply Rugged, Barranti, or Just in Case holsters. Surprised not more people talk about Just in Case holsters. Never owned one, but they look very nice.

 

[FivePews]

If you haven't tried an upside-down shoulder holster...do. The Agent holster from Ritchie Leather is awesome! The trick is that the cylinder doesn't ride under your arm. It's in front of the arm. The hammer is down and away from you, and the stocks are under your arm (and much lower than the cylinder on a horizontal rig). Works great with J-frames.

An N-frame though? I don't know yet. This thread reminds me that I need to put the order in for an Agent in N-frame.

 

[SuperMan]

If you haven't tried an upside-down shoulder holster...do. The Agent holster from Ritchie Leather is awesome! The trick is that the cylinder doesn't ride under your arm. It's in front of the arm. The hammer is down and away from you, and the stocks are under your arm (and much lower than the cylinder on a horizontal rig). Works great with J-frames.

An N-frame though? I don't know yet. This thread reminds me that I need to put the order in for an Agent in N-frame.

Have been using a Bianchi R9 for many years for 2" Js and 2.5" Ks. Also have a Safrailand that will take a 4" K.... One for a 4" N would be interesting...

 

[SixgunFife]

Just so you bunch of sixgun-toting enablers can feel good about yourselves, I’m currently packing as I type a 4” M28-2 in the aforepictured DeSantis Speed Scabbard. Milt Sparks 6-4C speedstrip carriers also visible. There’s some Barranti ammo-carrying items not in this shot. Belt by the good folks at A&G.

(Note: any implied or inferred derision toward sixguns, sixgunners, and / or sixgunning in general is completely tongue-in-cheek - I mean, I have “sixgun” as part of my user name LOL)…