best owb holster for concealment .. m&p40c

[hooks742010]

Will b receiving my permit by mail any day now . Iwb is really not an option for me at this time so what design wld b best for concealment for my m&p40c. Love the kydex type holsters and how they click into place but all seem to show too much . Usually where button down untucked shirts or tee shirt. Thinkin maybe a pancake with button snap belt loops and snap for action. Wondering what yall r doing in this situation. Thanks guys and girls

 

[clockworkjon]

http://www.ravenconcealment.com/holsters/phantom-modular-holsters/phantom-modular-holster

"Best" is subjective, but I will be ordering one for my full size M&P9 soon, and then an M&P9c in the future once I get one! It is slim, well constructed, and rides higher on the belt so you don't need long shirts or shoot-me-first vests. The one gripe I've heard is that it doesn't have a lot of retention. So if you are open carrying in a crowd you may want something with a thumb break or retention button like the Blackhawk Serpa. But for EDC OWB carry this should be great.

 

[Sinkhole30]

I have a BlackHawk Serpa CQC for my M&P45 FS. I like the option for Belt loop or paddle. I find paddles to be very comfortable, but sometimes like a belt loop design. The nice thing is the retention and ease of draw. Using the paddle I find it very secure and does not move around at all. I would buy one for my SR9c if they made one. I'm currently looking at other holster options for that. I most likely will go with a Cross Breed Super Tuck for that.

 

[hooks742010]

Thanks guys ... Clock , I also like the ravens , like they fit close which is the big thing concealment and also retentsion . (19mnth old daughter) . Looks wide though , wonder how range of movement or sitting is ?
At hole ... looked also at blkhawk but worried bout concealment . I do like paddle for easy removement. But the fobus I tried kept pulling out when I wld draw..???

 

[hooks742010]

Leather pancake with thumb break , seemed to have it all but all the plastic style snap in catches my eye.

 

[Sinkhole30]

Thanks guys ... Clock , I also like the ravens , like they fit close which is the big thing concealment and also retentsion . (19mnth old daughter) . Looks wide though , wonder how range of movement or sitting is ?
At hole ... looked also at blkhawk but worried bout concealment . I do like paddle for easy removement. But the fobus I tried kept pulling out when I wld draw..???

I have had no such issues with the Serpa. It stays in place no matter what. It's definitely not as close a pancake and for warmer weather when wearing lighter clothing, or no jacket, it may be a problem, But that's when I carry my SR9c or LCP.

 

[hooks742010]

Thanks, guess that may b how it will go ..m&p40c for cooler months and my .38m&p for warmer . Holsters r becoming as difficult as choosing the next weapon lol .

 

[phm14]

The Desantis Speed Scabbard pulls my M&P40 in close. I like the tension adjustment screw to fine tune the fit as it loosens with time. Hard to beat the price @ ~$55.

 

[fdnyretired]

I agree with the Desantis

 

[ThePhotog]

Try Jim at www.texasdonkeys.com/holsters I purchased one for a LCP and a M&P357c He makes a great holster.

 

[Bob L]

You might also check out http://pjholster.com

 

[hooks742010]

Thanks guys, local gun show had blackhawk leather pancake with thump break for 50.00 new. I jumpd on it. Love it so far but u can still notice I have a weapon soreness at about 4:30 positon. But Damn can't get much closer for owb. Makes me wanna just go open carry . But then i get my senses . Haha too much attention I think. So ill ride this blackhawk for now and post on how it does. Thanks again. Yall have been very helpful as always . love being a member

 

[mtnwinds]

I use the Personal Security System's (Personal Security Systems Kydex Holsters) kydex holster for a M&P 45c. Holds the pistol into your body very tightly. No retention strap needed.

 

[clockworkjon]

I use the Personal Security System's (Personal Security Systems Kydex Holsters) kydex holster for a M&P 45c. Holds the pistol into your body very tightly. No retention strap needed.

I just heard about those for the first time a few hours ago. Jumped in line ahead of the Raven I was considering after reading a ton of good reviews. Costs less too!

 

[DavidC77]

I daily carry a S&W M&P40c, I did carry a M&P40 FS but when Mass came out with the compact I bought that and now the fullsize is my house gun.

I would say go with a High Noon Holster and Belt.

High Noon Holsters

I have their Sky High Holster and their Rock Steady Belt. Both are great units and I wear everyday and it rides great.

It takes some time to get their better made lined holster but it's well worth the wait. Their "in stock" holster are well made also, they are just not as well made as their "hand molded/lined" holster.

I will be putting an order in soon for one of their "Skin Tite" holsters to use as my "beater holster" for the times around the house when I'm out side working or watching out for the bears or coyotes.

I just bought (well got free with my Cabela points) a Galco KingTuk

Galco holsters; Holsters; Gun holster, pistol holsters, western holsters, shoulder holsters, leather holster and Glock holsters

for the very few times that I have to carry that way, I like it so far but I still like my High Noon better.

EDIT 3/10/2012

As far as me, I'm 6'3", 270 Lb's, to give you an idea of my size to what ever you are.

As I said, I carry all the time and I have had 3 back surgerys and need a 4th that they don't want to do now seeing that they dug into me to pull cancer out. So yes I walk around (barely) all day with this set up.

Here's a few shots to see what it looks like: (OK I was able to load them, take a look)

 

[MPD378]

The Blackhawk has a hook on the bottom to prevent pulling it off accidentally where as the fobus does not.

 

[jaykellogg]

I am a bit surprised no one has suggested a $OB (small of back) holster. Otherwise, an ankle holster or a high ride OWB with a shirt over it.

I carry a Kel Tec PF-9 in my RF pocket. I am probably going to buy a 9mm M&P though.

 

[stasher1]

"Small Of Back" holsters are frowned on in many circles due to the increased possibility of spinal damage when/if the wearer falls backwards, and the fact that many people have a tendency to "sweep" their own body with the muzzle when drawing from that position. They're also (imho, anyway) pretty darn uncomfortable when sitting/driving for extended periods of time.

I can't speak for anyone else here, but for me, ankle carry is definitely not going to work with a gun as bulky as a 40c unless I'm wearing bellbottoms...and that's just not going to happen.

The Galco Concealable is a nice all-leather, high-ride OWB holster that holds the gun tight to your side so it just disappears under an untucked t-shirt. Holsters of this type require a sturdy gunbelt, though. Your average leather belt from Target just isn't going to give your holster the support it needs to stay tight to your side.

http://www.usgalco.com/HolsterPG3.asp?ProductID=3707&GunID=352

 

[hooks742010]

Great info. David pic wld b great if u get it goin

 

[mtnwinds]

I just heard about those for the first time a few hours ago. Jumped in line ahead of the Raven I was considering after reading a ton of good reviews. Costs less too!

I took a gamble and purchased mine base upon reviews. In this case, I hit a homerun.