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I am picking up my concealed carry permit and my brand new 9mm Shield in the next couple of days. I live in Costa Rica so the gear available is limited or it has to come from the US. I am looking for feedback on the Sneaky Pete holsters. I intend to carry in a soft holster tucked into my waistband but feel a inconspicuous external holster is a good thing. Thanks for your input and thanks in advance.
 
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If you do a forum search with Sneaky Pete Holster as the key words, you'll find quite a few threads here and in the Concealed Carry Sub-Forums.

Many seem to think that the SP 'Screams' "GUN"... But to someone NOT into guns, they probably wouldn't give it a second look (Like with CC Fanny Packs that have a Velcro Section).

The thing is, the size needed for a Shield would be pretty large. They're also not THAT easy to QUICKLY access and Draw from.

How common are Fanny Packs in Costa Rica? If they're a common site and you want an external way to carry, that might be an option to consider.
 
Have you considered a pocket holster?
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Sneaky Pete

Fanny packs are common here as it's an eco destination but I'm not crazy about them. Cell phone cases, buck knife cases, etc. are common here. I've read positive reviews about them but I'll have to wait till I visit family in the U.S. That should give me time to evaluate different situations and holsters. Thanks for the input.
 
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For me the shield is too big for comfortable pocket carry. Perhaps in big bulky cargo short type pockets, for for slacks or jeans, no way.
 
tonesurfer said:
For me the shield is too big for comfortable pocket carry. Perhaps in big bulky cargo short type pockets, for for slacks or jeans, no way.
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I agree. I use my S&W Bodyguard 380 for pocket carry. I find the Shield too big for pocket carry.
 
Ritmojoe said:
I am picking up my concealed carry permit and my brand new 9mm Shield in the next couple of days. I live in Costa Rica so the gear available is limited or it has to come from the US. I am looking for feedback on the Sneaky Pete holsters. I intend to carry in a soft holster tucked into my waistband but feel a inconspicuous external holster is a good thing. Thanks for your input and thanks in advance.
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Good for you, CONGRATS! When you get your CWP its a great feeling. My buddy should be receiving his soon & brings it up everyday at work, haha. I've had mine now for a year and a half.

A few weeks back when I bought my Shield I got a outer carry by Tagua Gunleather. I'm more than happy with it.
 
I have a Sneaky Pete for my Shield and I carry with it most of the time. I am quite happy with it. It's about the size of a small Kindle so when people ask I tell them it's my Kindle. The one concern I have with it is that it does attract attention and if I was in a high crime area I would be concerned that the bad guys would pull a gun on me just to get it because they thought it to be some sort of electronics.
 
Sticky Holster, $25 from Amazon. This holster can be worn in any position under your belt inside the waist band or in your pocket. The surface of the holster is made from the same material as the gloves used by NFL players.
It just grips where ever you put and stays put. This is without a doubt the best carry concealed holster I have ever used.
 
I can't believe no one has told you about the N82 This is a great IWB holster . Very comfortable and well made.
I also have a Sneek Pete in Alagator skin. It looks like a man purse;)
 
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Me too!

Check out their website.

Also, go find their YouTube video on how to re-holster -remove the holster, insert the gun into the holster and put the combination back into your waistband. It gets easier as you do it.

Oh, and it works as a dandy pocket holster too...
 
Galco King Tuc Hybrid IWB holster for the Shield. Hands down the most comfy concealable IWB holster I have used with the Shield as well as with my Glock 27.

Shoot Safe,
Bill G77
 

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Man, so many choices and as many opinions. I can't tell you how much I appreciate all the input. I get my permit next week and then I can go pick up my Shield at the gun shop and will get whatever is available based on his forum. Many thanks.
 
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