Desantis Nemesis Pocket Holster

Robert B · Jun 12, 2009

I just ordered a Nemesis holster online. Am I going to like it or not? I intend to pocket carry my J frame with it.

robertrwalsh · Jun 12, 2009

I have been carrying my Colt D S in one about 8 months of the year for over three years. I like it a LOT.

LESMITH · Jun 13, 2009

I found it was a little too wide to fit in my pocket, so I will use my Uncle Mike's IWB until I buy new pants.

Revolver King · Jun 13, 2009

I have one for my LCP and Kel-tec PF9 it works great for those. I carry a PF9 in one every day.

oldeddie · Jun 13, 2009

nemesis

I have one but it actually works better just droping my J frames in my pocket.

kbm6893 · Jun 13, 2009

I had one, but sold my 642. It worked OK, but one time, the 642 slipped out of my pocket while I was sitting down at a wake! Nobody saw it, but I kind of lost faith in it. I was wearing a pair of dockers.

imashooter2 · Jun 13, 2009

Mine fits my casual and dress pants pockets just fine, but is too large for jeans. For jeans, I change to a Mika or go IWB. IWB is preferred, because the jeans pocket size slows down presentation quite a bit.

pinkymingeo · Jun 13, 2009

I have three different pocket holsters to choose from, depending on what I'm wearing. Some are better for front pocket, some hip pocket. My Kramer gives a wallet profile, so is great for lightweight clothes. Use the Desantis for a while, then decide what other needs you have.

stiab · Jun 13, 2009

I don't like them, to me they are far too thick and bulky, as you can see in the pic below with comparison to a horse hide pocket holster. The reason for this is that they do not make one specifically for the S&W J frame. If you search out the catalog numbers and compare them, the number they list for a J frame is also the same holster for other guns, like small autos, etc. Although they make holsters for dozens of guns, they don't make dozens of different holsters.

InTheWoods · Jun 13, 2009

stiab said:
I don't like them, to me they are far too thick and bulky, as you can see in the pic below with comparison to a horse hide pocket holster. The reason for this is that they do not make one specifically for the S&W J frame. If you search out the catalog numbers and compare them, the number they list for a J frame is also the same holster for other guns, like small autos, etc. Although they make holsters for dozens of guns, they don't make dozens of different holsters.

Who made the horsehide holster you are modeling in the photo?

Filbird · Jun 13, 2009

I bought one for my 442, and have only worn it with jeans so far. It does a good job of keeping the revolver stable, and in the right place, and I am sure that if I had to draw quickly, I could. That being said, when I am walking around with it, and happen to look down at my pocket, it looks like I have a brick in my front pocket (and it FEELS like I have a brick in my front pocket). I'm still experimenting.

stiab · Jun 13, 2009

InTheWoods said:
Who made the horsehide holster you are modeling in the photo?

That one is a Galco that I got used out of a bargain box, I think for $15. Several folks make them, and earlier today I was looking at them on a poster's website over on the CCW section. They looked pretty nice too.

HAWKEYE10 · Jun 13, 2009

I have a Uncle Mikes IWB holster and took
the plastic clip off. It's cheap and works for me.
I carry a Kel-Tec and starting today my new
36-0. Don

winchester1 · Jun 13, 2009

I use one for my Kel Tec P3AT and it works great, I do agree with the "brick in the front pocket" mentioned by Filbird.

Walküre · Jun 14, 2009

The Nemesis is the best $15 I've ever spent.

I routinely carry my 442 in one. It works acceptably well in all of my pants - the only one with any real issue are two pairs of Dockers "Classic Khakis" which have rather small pockets. But it still works fine, it's just the limit.

No issues in regular Dockers, jeans, or cargo shorts.

I'm sure there are better pocket holsters out there for a J-Frame - but it's really hard to beat what you get for your money in a Nemesis (not to mention the widespread availability to boot).

stiab · Jun 14, 2009

HAWKEYE10 said:
I have a Uncle Mikes IWB holster and took
the plastic clip off.

I've done that also, and it makes a nice, small, waterproof package. However, it really does not met one basic requirement of a real pocket holster, and that is to stay in the pocket when you draw the gun out. With the converted Uncle Mike's IWB, the holster and gun come out together, and you have to dispose of the holster.

cmort666 · Jun 14, 2009

I carry my 2" Model 36 in one all the time. Works for me.

Titan · Jun 14, 2009

I have Nemesis holsters for my 642 and my M&P9c, both of which see pocket carry.

They work fine in my Dockers.

I also find that they make great 'protective sleeves' to store the guns in my Gun Vaults, locked glove box, etc.
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noshow · Jun 14, 2009

You are absolutely correct, my,friend!

but for me, they work with carpenter jeans and shorts in all brands, colors & flavors. It is sort of a one size fits all criteria, but so far, it has worked for me!

stiab said:
I don't like them, to me they are far too thick and bulky, as you can see in the pic below with comparison to a horse hide pocket holster. The reason for this is that they do not make one specifically for the S&W J frame. If you search out the catalog numbers and compare them, the number they list for a J frame is also the same holster for other guns, like small autos, etc. Although they make holsters for dozens of guns, they don't make dozens of different holsters.

cowboy117 · Jun 15, 2009

37-2 in cut down Nemisis;use for pocket and crossdraw in Levis next to belt.The best!Also use for 640-1.

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