Has anyone used a Clipdraw?

Neal

Neal

Absent Comrade
Joined
Sep 5, 2002
Messages
356
Reaction score
294
Location
Indiana
BELT CLIP - SHIELD 9/40 & SHIELD 9/40 2.0


I had one for a Model 39 sometime last century, but I do not recall ever trying to use it. In February I ordered a nice leather IWB holster for my 2.0 Shield with integrated laser, but it appears they are shut down, I assume because of the pandemic. Just wondering if the Clipdraw would be worth a try.
 
Last edited:
Register to hide this ad
I used one on a LW Commander for a while, and posted an almost identical thread a couple of years ago. Mostly I got responses from people who never used one, saying how bad an idea it is.

Mine worked fine. The trigger is covered by your belt on one side and your body on the other.

They are pretty inexpensive. Try it - you might like it.
 
I have one on a Glock G45 and like it a lot. I plan to get one for my G43 soon.
 
I used them on a couple of J frames. They worked Ok for me but were uncomfortable to wear. I put this to the form factor of the revolver vs a flat sided semi auto pistol. The guns also tended to work themselves up and out of the waistband. So I didn't view them as a very secure option.

In any event, I moved away from revolvers and carry semi auto pistols in an actual IWB holster or use a pocket holster.
 
I had one for a glock 26. I didn’t care for it. Carried the pistol too low in the waistband. Hard to get a good grip.
 
In the early 60s I saw a picture of a Texas Ranger using one. I don't know if his was store bought or home made. I had a guy make me one out of spring steel for a Colt .45. That was back when concealed had better be concealed. I Mexican carried that Colt many miles and it worked good. Larry
 
Tried one on a J-frame once. Gun wouldn't stay in one place, kept moving around. When I found it on the car seat next to me, I dumped it. :mad:
 
I put a similar techniclip on my SW1911SC and carried it quite often, usually while wearing jeans. I carried Condition 2, was a little nervous going Condition 1 with no trigger guard, but it probably would have been ok. I wouldn’t carry a striker pistol (if I owned any) that way without one of the kydex trigger guards.
 

Attachments

  • 3DDEA934-0141-4F41-8E2B-CE7274392C4A.jpg
    3DDEA934-0141-4F41-8E2B-CE7274392C4A.jpg
    77.5 KB · Views: 86
I have had an early version of the "clip draw" for my MkIV Series 70 for about 35 years, for around the house use, way before I had any carry permits. Personally, I like to think of it as an accessory created by St JMB. I actually searched for another a few months back while waiting to pick up my Ruger 1911CMD.

What I see as a significant advantage, is that I can easily shift it's position when moving or sitting in my truck without the constraints imposed by a holster. I find that as long as I wear my pants as intended along with a belt, my 1911 is relatively secure. I feel that my "clip draws" have always been a great $20 investment!
 
Like them on revolvers, none too keen on autos.

As noted in previous posts, clip draw is real sensitive to numerous permutations, including body shape, gun shape, balance, etc. Like holsters, they are very specific to the person.

My experience is they generally sit too low on autos. Revolvers shapes and weight distribution/center of gravity usually work better for me. There are numerous similar brands on the market, but usually I have found little tweaks in the design work better for me than others.
 
I have one on a Kel-Tec P-11. Long, revolver-like
DAO trigger pull--I'd be leery about using one on
a striker gun (even with a safety) or a cocked-
and-locked single action auto. Just too short,
and too light, on trigger pull, for my tastes.

Make sure it's legal for CCW in your state.
Some states specify carry "in a holster", and
this may or may not meet the specs.

Georgia specifies "in holster or hip grip",
a reference likely to the old Barami hip
grip. I figure (hopefully) that the metallic
belt clip is 'close enough', if it ever becomes
an issue.
 
I have had them on 1911's and J frames. No issues for me other than I needed an undershirt and sometimes that was too hot in the South Texas heat.
 
I have one on a Kel-Tec PF-9. It works fine. I have used it to clip to my safety belt in the truck. Just remember to take it off before you release the belt. Otherwise, it ends up in your lap. I put a binder clip on the belt near the automated rollup on release in case I forgot.

I have used a Hip-Grip on revolvers. Striker fired or single action auto, no thanks. I have enough experience with Mr. Murphy.
 
Last edited:
Installed my Clipdraw this morning

Been wearing it for a few hours. Not as comfortable as a nice leather IWB, but less bulky and easy on, easy off.
 

Attachments

  • IMG_0505.jpg
    IMG_0505.jpg
    53 KB · Views: 35
Clip draw is awesome for pocket or IWB carry in my opinion. Those that work out regularly and wear clothes that actually fit lack the extra cracks/crevices/folds that some of you boys that don't skip desert have. For the thin waisted gentleman, clipdraw can be awesome!
 
THEmodelof1989 said:
Clip draw is awesome for pocket or IWB carry in my opinion. Those that work out regularly and wear clothes that actually fit lack the extra cracks/crevices/folds that some of you boys that don't skip desert have. For the thin waisted gentleman, clipdraw can be awesome!
Click to expand...

I am anything but thin waisted. I'm going to try to make it work anyway. I found I cannot carry with the cover on the red dot sight. That is OK with me.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

S
Does anyone make a sheep lined holster?
2
Replies
32
Views
1K
growr
G
pasound
Can anyone identify what this S&W holster fits?
Replies
2
Views
425
rednichols
rednichols
lwestatbus
Anyone Use a Bianchi X15 with M69 4.25"
Replies
13
Views
2K
WR Moore
W
B
Holster for a CZ
Replies
6
Views
93
Conduct03
C
jimmyj
Firming a Holster
Replies
5
Views
876
stansdds
S

Latest posts

Back
Top