Having a hard time finding a good holster for this 7 shooter. I don't think IWB is gonna work since the cylinder is so thick but looking for a medium ride OWB preferably a paddle maybe for stability, not wanting the gun to lean outwards on top like the holsters that come with Springfield XD's. Thanks!

I have a Galco Silhouette, but am not a huge fan of thumb breaks or open bottom. IT does fit my 4" L too though. If I bought another one it would be a Don Hume 721OT. I have had good luck with BladeTech paddles although I don't have one for a revolver. Comfortable with good weight distribution. I am pretty sure they will make you a 3" L.

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I have had a real hard time finding a holster for my 386 as well... An L-frame holster has trouble fitting it, I am guessing because of the large XS express front sight? Not sure but I have tried a couple leather holsters for a snub L frame without luck.

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pax

Any holster for an L frame will work. The front sight is no bigger than a traditional blade. But you might want to check out lobo gun leather. He's a forum member and I've had him make several for me and have been nothing but completely satisfied.

Thanks for the tip... I will look into it.

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pax

Look into Rays holsters at lobogunleather.com......fabulous product at a very reasonable price and usually short wait times. Plus, he is a fellow forum member.
Randy

Another hearty endorsement of Lobo Gun Leather!

I've been carrying every day for 40+ years now and my Lobo Gun Leather Enhanced Pancake is the most comfortable holster I've ever owned for carrying big, heavy N-frame revolvers. It's the perfect holster for my PC 627 UDR 8-shot .357 Magnum pictured below. It keeps this big wheelgun high and tight making concealment a breeze and affords me all day comfort. I really like this holster. In fact, I had Ray make one for my M&P340 too!

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NJ State Trooper (rtd)

I forgot about that. I took that boxy fiber optic front off a long time ago...

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Bianchi Model 111

Cyclone™ Hip Holster
A versatile belt holster design that is hand molded for a custom-like fit. The unique belt loop allows the pistol or revolver to be carried in either a cross draw or strongside carry. It is ideally suited for hunters who carry long barreled revolvers. 1.75” belt loop.

Size 02 S&W 19 and similar K frame models 2.5" - 3"




I have one for my 396. Same size as your gun, but in .44 spl. Allows strong side or crossdraw.

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