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Those internal gaps are excessive. Even when one takes into account expansion rates for domestic and exotic woods, the gap in the photos is somewhat excessive. All wood expands and contracts seasonally across the grain. Before wood is used for grips the moisture content should be determined. If...

And a purse holster for my daughter-in-law: There are a few more, but this illustrates that anyone can do it.

And a few others:

And I made a few others:

I was too broke (or too cheap) to spend $100 for a good holster. So, I read a few books; watched a few videos and made my own:

Apply and buff two coats of Kiwi neutral shoe polish. Didn't give the finish you want? Apply Fiebings deglaze and apply two coats of Tandy's Satin Shene with appropriate drying time between coats. Then use Kiwi neutral shoe polish brushed and buffed. Should look brand new.

My new Shield 9mm does the same thing. It has about 200 rounds through it and it is still very distinct. First, a click then what feels like a reset but is not. Then, the real reset. Very annoying.

Take a look at DM Bullard holsters. Their "bodyguard" model owb for the shield is fantastic. Bullard was a saddle maker who added holsters some years ago. Quality workmanship. Amazing holsters. $85 for the Bodyguard Shield holster. Bodyguard for S&W M&P Shield RH - D.M. Bullard Leather Mfg.