9 mm Shield holster recommendation

otis24 · Jan 9, 2018

I currently have a Bianchi IWB clip on holster. I like it overall but am looking for something different. I'm seeking a holster that can be put on and taken off fairly easily without undressing. It must have more than one attachment point to hold it stable. Looking for something IWB. Cost around $50-60.

Hakuna_56 · Jan 9, 2018

I use a Remora with a reinforced top with an removable clip. It works for me.

Grump01 · Jan 9, 2018

DeSantis Cozy Partner is sweet for a leather iwb

CB3 · Jan 9, 2018

I don't understand the budget restraint of $50-60 considering how critical a role a concealed carry holster plays in a safe, convenient, comfortable set up. $40 more gets the best you can buy with the most current features. Doesn't seem like too much money amortized over a 3-4 year (or longer) carry period.

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dan323 · Jan 9, 2018

I have a N8 Tactical, my favorite. Then I have a KeyHole Nano rapid on off and lastly I have 2 Ramora's,one with the reinforced top. I like them all and wear them depending on what I am wearing.

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ccssid · Jan 9, 2018

Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9/40 Inside Waistband IWB Holster – CYA Supply Co.

Absolutely the best kydex for the shield. Fits the pistol pefectly. Easy on easy off. I wear mine at 12:30 and at 3:30/4:00.....all day every day. Do not even know I am carrying. I have driven thousands of miles with this holster and I do not feel it against my body. Fwiw...I am not a big guy, 5'8" and 155#.

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jhc37013 · Jan 10, 2018

For me the absolute best IWB kydex holster is Tulster, you can use either a single clip or two belt loops. Your looking at about $60 but I believe the belt loops cost extra however like another member pointed out above you do not want to go budget on a holster it rarely works out well.

I've tried several holsters from Amazon that look like a Tulster but after receiving them they are no where near the quality for example the edges are not rounded off and the "kydex" is thick and feels flimsy btw Amazon also sells Tulster.

Kydex is just a plastic of sorts but some of the brands just dont feel like kydex as you would think of it they really feel like well "plastic". Unless you use a wide belt 1.75 inch you should make certain to get clips or loops that are designed for 1.5inch belts or else they will move around and more irritating the gun will rock forward and backward what I mean is the handle will move down towards your rear and then back up again but usually the handle just sags down like its own self adjusting canting without your input, I hate that.

photodad1970 · Jan 10, 2018

IWB for Shield 9mm

I have an iwb from Alien Gear for the Shield 9mm, approx $40 with a lifetime warranty, and free shell exchanges if you get a different pistol down the road. Comfortable and excellent fit. FYI, put blue loctite on screws once you get adjusted to fit so they won't loosen.

stavey · Jan 10, 2018

VEDDER holsters. The ability to adjust ride height and cant set them apart . The way the vedder adjust , the hole pattern is very thought out.55$ lifetime warranty. No offense but I've had a super tuck and a alien gear. They print like hell because of that huge pad etc. Get a vedder kydex iwb and you don't look back.

MaccabeePDX · Jan 10, 2018

+1 for Vedder

Wellcraft1 · Jan 10, 2018

DeSantis Thumb Break Scabbard Belt Holster

SwflG17Guy · Jan 11, 2018

Vedder here too

smoke33 · Jan 13, 2018

Grump01 said:
DeSantis Cozy Partner is sweet for a leather iwb

I love my Desantis Speed Scabbard for OWB carry so when I saw your post I went to the website to check it out. While there I found a picture I have no words for.

Wearing these clothes this guy better be carrying.

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smoke33 · Jan 13, 2018

stavey said:
VEDDER holsters. The ability to adjust ride height and cant set them apart . The way the vedder adjust , the hole pattern is very thought out.55$ lifetime warranty. No offense but I've had a super tuck and a alien gear. They print like hell because of that huge pad etc. Get a vedder kydex iwb and you don't look back.

I don't wear my Alien Gear due to how much material it has and how it prints.

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smoke33 · Jan 13, 2018

Hmmmm. Color coordination LOL

JK

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kramden · Jan 13, 2018

See all the above posts? Many recommendations. And each person is sincere with what they suggest. Problem is whats great for me isn't so great for you. It would be great to be able to test drive holsters before you bought them. I like many others have quite an array of holsters, all sitting in a drawer. I have all sorts. IWB, OWB, shoulder, ankle, urban carry. Used each one of "the last holster you'll ever buy" and then tried another. Some are fine till you sit or have a slightly tighter pair of pants and so on. So what did I finally settle on? The cheapest one I bought. A lowly belly band. Clocks anywhere, doesn't print and tucks nicely under my arm. I wear it at the 9-10 o clock position. Doesn't matter what pants I wear . Doesn't "crowd " me when I sit. Comfortable when driving. Just wish I had tried it earlier in the rotation.

MaccabeePDX · Jan 13, 2018

kramden said:
See all the above posts? Many recommendations. And each person is sincere with what they suggest. Problem is whats great for me isn't so great for you. It would be great to be able to test drive holsters before you bought them. I like many others have quite an array of holsters, all sitting in a drawer. I have all sorts. IWB, OWB, shoulder, ankle, urban carry. Used each one of "the last holster you'll ever buy" and then tried another. Some are fine till you sit or have a slightly tighter pair of pants and so on. So what did I finally settle on? The cheapest one I bought. A lowly belly band. Clocks anywhere, doesn't print and tucks nicely under my arm. I wear it at the 9-10 o clock position. Doesn't matter what pants I wear . Doesn't "crowd " me when I sit. Comfortable when driving. Just wish I had tried it earlier in the rotation.

I've been considering a belly band too. Any recommendations on which brand?

gunny4053 · Jan 14, 2018

To meet your requirements, the DeSantis Cozy Partner is a fine choice, two loops, and under $50.

You'd have to double your budget, but a Milt Sparks Summer Comfort 2 or Versa Max II would be great. With the VM II, you can add the magnetic snaps, making it easy on and off. Amazing holsters!

mercuryh · Jan 21, 2018

Also use a Belly Band after trying many others.

kramden · Jan 21, 2018

MaccabeePDX said:
I've been considering a belly band too. Any recommendations on which brand?

I have 3. Frankly one is as good as the next. I just checked E-Bay for what seemed to be good quality at a decent price. One I have is made by "Depring". Had a little more adjustment than the other 2. In other words more Velcro. Good luck!

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