I just ordered the subject holster Pocket Concealment Systems, Inc.: Main Catalogue Page for my bodyguard from Craig at Lightning Arms Sports; who is a super great guy and offers SUPERB service. Anyone out in Smith and Wesson land have any experience with one of these holsters? The maker offers several designs based not only on the weapon to be carried but the style of pants the weapon will be carried in. I ordered the French Hook so that the revolver will be carried at a cant to prevent accidentally dropping the revolver when seated . These look like a quality product and Craig usually only carries top line merchandise so I am eager to try one out. I ordered mine for a back-up so it will go in my weak hand pocket.

Pretty Nice looking Holster for $50 IMO..
I have a Kramer Pocket that's Top Of The Line but most of Time use an Uncle Mikes IWB with the clip removed with an airweight because of it's lack of bulk & weight..
Get us some pics of that holster when it arrives..
Looks Realy Nice To Me!!
Gary/Hk


PCS Pocket Holster French Curve J Frame

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MightShowYouHisSmith&Wesson

+1 on Uncle Mike's pocket holsters. They are cheap and effective. I have also used Desantis Nemesis holsters with my J-Frame and they work well too. I've found these work well because they're a little softer in the pocket. Have also used Mika's holsters for my J-Frame, they are nice too.

I look forward to your review.

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Aaron Terry

Wonder how well it will stay in the pocket when you draw? Please let us know. I have a Mika for my 642 and it stays put but i wish it was not so thick and bulky.

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Karl. American by birth, Southern by the grace of God.

Lou Alessi recommended PCS for pocket holsters.

There isn't a higher accolade than that.

I have used one of his mag holders for years and it is as good as new.

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I have the Blackbird in cordovan for my 342Ti. The quality is second to none and Mike is a great person to deal with. I had lots of questions about his various offerings, and he was very prompt and thorough with his answers.

The Uncle Mikes IWB With the Clip removed is one of my favorite pocket holsters as I said because it's so lite & thin.
I have a realy nice Kramer But it only works well with pants with enough room as it makes it bulkier, But it does look like a wallet in you front pocket..
Here's a pic of the Uncle Mikes & the Kramer + a Rafter S. Sharkskin hip holster all for J Frames + a few other cheap clip holsters..
I have when wearing dockers or more loose fitting pants put a thick wide rubber band around the Uncle Mikes to help hold it in the pocket, work suprisingly well & is very inexspensive to try..
devildog66 I also look farward to your review of the PCS pocket holster..
And if Lou Alessi thought highly of the PCS then they've got to be good, Lou made me some of the finest leather I ever seen for my HK P7M8 & I still have an Alessi Bodygaurd shoulder rig made about 25 years ago for my J Frames..

When it comes to pocket carry the pants your wearing are more important than the holster IMO, You have to dress around your clothes & choose the holster that's right for your dress.. It's always good to have a few different type to try with different pants, I have wanted to order a Mika holster for some time but have never gotten around to it yet..
J Frame Holsters

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MightShowYouHisSmith&Wesson

If Lou Alessi said it, well then, not much I could add but I'll give it a go once I get it. Craig shipped yesterday so I should have it by the beginning of the week. I will give a field tests as soon as possible and the resulting write-up! Thanks for all of the responses.

Thanks for the opinions and pics, guys....

Saving your life will never be pretty...
I suppose your CCW doesn't need to be either...

Kapuna

+1 for the Mika - simple, durable, effective, safe, absolutely stays in the pocket.

devildog,

When you write up your review, can you please post it in the "Concealed Carry Methods and Issues" section of the Forum? (Link located right under the "Lounge" section link on the Forum's main page.) I am interested and will be be more apt to see your review there, as will some others who might be interested, I think. Thanks.

Today I received my Pocket Concealment Systems French hook holster for my J frame. At the request of a fellow member I will put the review of the holster in the concealed carry section, which makes sense given the purpose of the holster. But a quick tasty appetizer - the holster is all that I expected and works even better than I thought it would. Main course will be served in the concealed carry section.

Bon Appetit!

Just ordered a Mika round btm so I am looking forward to see if it is as good as everyone has said.

Just sent off for a Don Hume model 001 for my 642 J-frame.

Galco Horsehide for me....

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Death? Smile back...

I use a $9 Blackhawk pocket holster for my J-frames. Works great.

340PD and Galco has worked for me. Wish I could find grips that go to top of backstrap and are rubber. Don't seem to make them as they would not work with a hammer gun.

Have you looked at the Crimson Trace LG305 or LG405 grips? I have the LG405's on my 638 and it has sort of a pad over the back strap. I don't know if they actually reduce recoil, but the lightweight gun is still rather snappy even with the CT's.

This arrived two days ago. I am pleased -- quality is excellent and it does a great job in the pocket. The holster is a bit stiff when the gun is fully inserted, but I would be surprised if it weren't. I am breaking it in by first leaving the gun inserted when not in use, and secondly by doing repeated insertions/retractions whenever I can.

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M&P-9FS,Shield40,642,32ColtPPS

The 3 best pocket holsters are:
1. Mika
2. Mika
3. Mika

Mika's Pocket Holsters - Custom Made Pocket Holsters, Waistband Holsters, Vest Holsters, Tactical Pocket Mirrors And Much More.

I waited 7 weeks for mine and I am a little disappointed in it. I prefer the Desantis Nemesis over it myself.

The Nemesis works well for me-always stays in pocket when drawing. My only complaint is that it tends to get bent out of shape after being in the pocket for long periods of time.

Another fan of Bob Mika here. I have one that fits my Beretta 950 as well as my LCP and another that fits my 442 as well as PM9.

Bob's a former cop who knows what cops look for in their gear. His stuff is made to work not show pretty pictures on gun forums. Unlike the Desantis, his holsters are reinforced at the top for positive action in both directions. As a former cop myself, I appreciated what Bob does.

I used the Uncle Mike's pocket holster for thirteen or fourteen years and was always satisfied with it--heck of a buy for what it costs. But a few months ago a number of people recommended the DeSantis Nemesis and I bought one. It's terrific. Clings firmly to the pocket, will not move, and holds the gun (a 640) indexed properly. Smooth inside so the draw is easy. I think it reduces printing considerably better than the Uncle Mike's, though that's not something I worry about a lot. Mine hasn't gotten "bent out of shape" but does bend to conform to my leg.

My only problem is that it doesn't work quite as well in the pockets of a few pairs of pants I wear. Days I wear those I go back to the Uncle Mike's. Between the two I've invested very little money and am well covered for CC.

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Oh well, what the hell.

Out taking some gun pix today...

Thought I would add to this thread...

Galco Horsehide....everyday....

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