Kydex Holsters
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mgo
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I've carried my M&P 9c in Comp-Tac Infidel since 2009 with no significant problems.
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I've got around 13K rounds thru it now but I took this picture at about 6K.
Most of the wear you can see are small shiny spots on the trigger guard. That's where the retention takes place. The slide of the pistol doesn't really contact much of the holster except on draw, and that depends on your technique.
For me, retention, speed of draw and ease of re-holstering makes Kydex the best choice. Plenty of others prefer leather. You'll have to see for yourself. I have more holsters than pistols, having tried many types.
Dave
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I've got around 13K rounds thru it now but I took this picture at about 6K.
Most of the wear you can see are small shiny spots on the trigger guard. That's where the retention takes place. The slide of the pistol doesn't really contact much of the holster except on draw, and that depends on your technique.
For me, retention, speed of draw and ease of re-holstering makes Kydex the best choice. Plenty of others prefer leather. You'll have to see for yourself. I have more holsters than pistols, having tried many types.
Dave
manyguns
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Blue & stainless will suffer w/kydex. My owb competition holsters trashed my 1911 & revolvers.
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Arik
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Glock 19 going on 3 years in a IWB holster. In and out of holster several times a day and no wear. Ironically the only wear is on the top back part that is opposite side of the holster. I guess my shirts and jackets rub that part
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my Glock, Kahr and now M&P9c are all carried in a hybrid leather / kydex holster. Supertuck, Kholster and now:
I didn't like the 100% kydex feel when in IWB uses. For OWB 100% kydex was fine. For wear/tear, like earlier comments, maybe a few shiny spots on the coating, but it was minimal. My guns are working guns, not beauty queens, so I don't fuss much about scuffs or holster rash.
I didn't like the 100% kydex feel when in IWB uses. For OWB 100% kydex was fine. For wear/tear, like earlier comments, maybe a few shiny spots on the coating, but it was minimal. My guns are working guns, not beauty queens, so I don't fuss much about scuffs or holster rash.
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I think they are more comfortable, and I do not find the wear intolerable.
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@ Justin.... yep.... and take forever to get. If you are thinking about that type of holster, call Gavin here - price is better and delivery is FAST!
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He does a great job. I love the "fleece" backing on the leather too.
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He does a great job. I love the "fleece" backing on the leather too.
ndpuckhead
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My N82 is very comfortable!
t bell
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I've been wearing mine in an Old Faithful for the past 3 days. Not really worried about the finish. My buddy has a N82 for his LC9 and I tried it with my Shield and it does seem more comfortable than the hybrids.
I've had two different kydex holsters now, one for my 3913 and now one for my 9c, both made by Zero9 Holsters. They are inexpensive but definitely well made.
I love mine.
I love mine.
Rastoff
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Check out this place: Garrett Industries, LLC Designers/Manufacturers of Custom Kydex and Leather Holsters and Tactical Gear
Leather lined kydex holsters. I have one on my Christmas list.
Leather lined kydex holsters. I have one on my Christmas list.
Soldiernurse
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Very pleased with my Kydex Minimalist Holster; Vanguard 2
Soldiernurse
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That website's format is not user friendly, to say the least.
Another inexpensive Kydex Holster is Double Tap Holsters
MP9cBilly
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If the inside of any holster is dirty... and they all get dirty... you will get more grit working on your gun. Kydex at least is easy to wash out.
Water-Man
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Short answer, tougher on the finish than leather.
If you're a ninja, more noise holstering,unholstering.
I like Raven Concealment Systems kydex.
If you're a ninja, more noise holstering,unholstering.
I like Raven Concealment Systems kydex.
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Gameface Holsters now has leather lined kydex holsters.I have three unlined holsters from this company and they are great. Ihave seen no holster wear on my guns but will try a leather lined one next. Check it out at Game Face Holsters. Makers of Kydex and Holstex Holsters.
