looking for a holster for my 8 shot N frame...

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can anyone suggest a good leather holster for my model 627 8 shot. I would prefer an open bottom holster, but can't seem to find hardly anything specifically for an 8 shot cylinder.
 
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Assuming you're not wanting to conceal it (-beautiful gun, btw, congratulations!-) the Galco D.A.O.126 and PHX126 fit this model (w/ a 4" barrel) and might suit your needs.
 
The holster S&W has for the 5" 627PC is a real nice holster. Did you look at it ?
 
Leather holsters?

Boy do I miss those. I even made a number of them for friends in the old USPSA days. Today there aren't many to choose from. The Smith & Wessons are probably the best.
 
I'd highly recommend reaching out to Ray over at Lobo Gun Leather - Home and seeing what he can do for you. He whipped this one up for my 242 (7-shot L-frame) in just five weeks (would have been four but he had to re-do the dump pouch to make sure it was right - his decision, I wouldn't have quibbled!):

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I have heard nothing but good from Lobo's leather but have no experience with them. I do have experience with several leather goods from El Paso Sadderly. Under their duty holsters are open bottom as desired or look under their hunting/field for some other excellent models.

El Paso Saddlery - Strongside

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that smith and wesson looks pretty good. Most of the holsters I see are massive looking. I know it's a massive gun, but looking for a fairly minimal holster.
 
I really like the Bianchi Cyclone. I use is for my 4" 8-shot 627Pro, my 4" 6-shot 625JM, and my 4" 6-shot 610. It is made very well, has multiple options for different angles of carry and can be used as a cross draw.
 
none of these holsters are contoured for the 8 shot cylinder though...what do you all think?
 
MTKTM said:
Simply Rugged holsters are great.
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Glad to hear that.....I took the leap of faith and ordered a belt and two holsters from them last weekend.

I'm thinking of adding the Chesty Puller system as well.
 
6pack said:
Glad to hear that.....I took the leap of faith and ordered a belt and two holsters from them last weekend.

I'm thinking of adding the Chesty Puller system as well.
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I think (hope!) that you are going to be pleased. I only have one, purchased fairly recently, and just ordered another one for a different gun. I didn't go with any of the fancy stuff, just kept it basic and simple, although I admit that I was tempted by some of the decorative work. I find the holster that I do have completely in keeping with the name of the company, simply rugged. It is heavy plain leather, very no-nonsense, and cradles the gun fully and firmly. It would not be my first choice for an IDPA or IPSC competition holster, but for general utility carry I think they are great.
 
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