Kydex holster for J Frame (642/442)

gostovp · #1 02-14-2018, 06:27 PM

I just picked up a new no-lock 442 and plan to make it a regular part of my carry rotation.
I have a sticky holster for it now, and like it, but wondering if there are any good IWB Kydex options for it.

Let me know your recommendations.

brjr51 · #2 02-14-2018, 07:53 PM

I picked up a G-Code but I just can’t get behind using kydex on a revolver. Maybe I’m old fashioned but I prefer leather with my j-frames. I’ll stick my Shields in kydex though.

crazyphil · #3 02-14-2018, 07:59 PM

As a rule I don't care for kydex, but I have this FIST 1K (for kydex)
that is very light and has a great clip that will not let go.

MRH · #4 02-14-2018, 08:20 PM

The coolest one I have seen was a limited run Vanguard by Raven. They sold out quickly ... I wish I had bought three or four of them instead of just one.

Wiskey_33 · #5 02-14-2018, 09:10 PM

Gearcraft holsters makes nice stuff. They have “stock” stuff you can buy off the shelf or get something custom.

gostovp · #6 02-15-2018, 01:00 PM

So what leather holster would you recommend?
I need something I can slip on and off easy without loosening belt as I have to remove the gun as there are places I go into frequently that unfortunately I can’t carry

dr. K · #7 02-15-2018, 01:24 PM

Blackhawk has a “klipt” (I think that’s how you spell it) IWB holster for somewhere in the neighborhood of $25. It’s some kind of plastic, not as nice as some kydex options, but stays on the belt and has good retention. It’s what I use most of the time. They’re on Amazon if you search “Klipt J Frame.”

357-RevolverGuy · #8 02-15-2018, 02:37 PM

John does a great job at hawgholsters.com. Check him out.

Jaysq · #9 02-15-2018, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gostovp

So what leather holster would you recommend?
I need something I can slip on and off easy without loosening belt as I have to remove the gun as there are places I go into frequently that unfortunately I can’t carry

Are these places like the post office where it's a quick in and out? I just remove my gun and leave my holster on. If this is the case, look at Wright Leather Works Leather Concealed Carry Holsters & Belts | Wright Leather Works LLC

S&W 442 OWB by Jerry Jaynes, on Flickr