Concealed carry holster for us big/fluffy guys

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New to the Forum and there is a lot of good information to sift through. Here is a question for all you husky/fluffy guys out there. I have a Shield that I need a holster for concealed carry. New to the game but not sure what to get. I am a big guy, 6'5" and tip the scale in the neighborhood of 300 lbs. :eek: Looking for advice on weather a IWB would be too bulky and cumbersome or should I go with a paddle holster. Any thoughts and recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks.
 
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I'm pretty fluffy ... maybe not quite as fluffy as you ... but you've got about 5 inches on me so maybe. The only IWB holster that I've been able to wear comfortably and that does everything well as far as concealed carry is the Slim XC holster from TTGunleather.com . Since I tried the first one, I now own several for both revolvers and semi autos. The design is excellent, at least for me, and both the security of the weapon and the access to it are excellent. Reholstering is not any kind of problem. I wear mine at about 4 o'clock, right side. The holster has a completely smooth and flat back side with all the moulding done on the outside piece of the holster. The belt loops fit a double thickness belt very tightly and the snaps are one way so there is no danger of them coming loose. This holster has my highest recommendation for an IWB holster. If you can't wear it comfortably and well and conceal your weapon in the bargain, then you are not likely to find one any better. It will take about a week of daily wear to get it broken in well.

If you choose to wear a great OWB holster, try the Model DDOO from the same maker. Both these holsters work very similar to a pancake holster as they hold your weapon close and tight, with the weight spread out over a wide area that has as thin a thickness profile as possible. Tim is a great vendor to do business with. My experience with him has been excellent.
 
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Try High Noon Holsters. I'm the same size as you. I carry a S&W CS45. I bought a custom made holster from them that's OWB . It rides high, and close to the body.Under a sweatshirt / sweatshirt, it's unnoticeable. For IWB, try a Don Hume with a clip on attachment. I use one with my PM9 in the summer. No one ever notices and I've driven all day in a car with it.
 
Hey I'm in the same boat. I leave my shield at home and throw my bodyguard .380 in my pocket. After trying a lot of these inside the pants holsters and stuff, I have given up on the project because it can get expensive and I don't like throwing away money.
 
I'm 6' and 245. I go with the owb Galco for my SW40 and G19. I cover with a lands end light sport/field coat or an Eddie Bauer flannel lined shirt if colder. Works ok.
 
Love the Bianchi 135! It's not my main holster (I use incog by g-code) but I used it exclusively for a while. Very comfortable!


NCW Ray said:
I'm a bit shorter and a few pounds lighter than you but I use a Bianchi Model 135 Allusion holster. I've been using them for over 2 years now, started out carrying my 40c in one and when I bought my Shield I bought one for it, very comfortable holster.
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6'0 and 240lbs. I am loving the N82 Professional IWB holster for my M&P 45C. Very comfortable for me and I love the retention system. Takes some practice for the draw but becomes second nature very quickly. Tried the Alien Gear but it is not even close to the N82.

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For popular pocket guns like the M&P Shield, Kel-Tec PF9, Diamondback DB9, Ruger LC9, or Glock 42, I'm personally a big fan of Sticky holsters. I'm a big dude and they are comfortable in the waistband, on your back hip, or even in a pocket. They don't take up much extra space around your weapon and they are soft and durable. Check em out! Usually only in the $20-$25 range too. Buds Gun Shop always keeps them in stock. Best Concealed Carry Holster | IWB | Sticky Holsters
 
6' and 270. Haven't met too many meals I didn't like.
Big fan of my Foxx Lil' Foxx for my 40c.
A lot of guys will tell you you'll end up with a drawer full of holsters before you find the right one.
I got lucky....I have an old faithful in my drawer (never use), and an ankle holster for use on the bike or sometimes at the office...otherwise, the foxx is all I use, carried at 3:30.
 
I'm 6' and 260-270 and carry my Shield and 9c and 4:00 in an Alien Gear holster. You can adjust ride height and cant to your liking. Also have a CB QwikClip for my Shield that works well, too. For my Dan Wesson 1911, I use a Milt Sparks Criterion at the same position.
 
IWB from Andrews Custom Leather. Appendix position. Been using one with the G26 since Glock came out with it. Very comfortable and wont stick out when you have to bend over.

Welcome to the forum from SW GA.
 
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I share your size. I never found an inside the waist band holster that worked totally for my , not slim size. I tried a lot of guns, semi-auto and revolvers. But it was always a pain in one position or another. I can't go with the "it's not supposed to be comfortable" train of thought.
The closest to comfortable was a Bianchi #3S, inside the waist band. You could slide it on your belt when you changed positions and it has a ratchet mechanism that allows you to tilt it, wile on your belt to a more comfortable position when you stand or sit down. Good features because fixed in one place on the belt is never comfortable in all the different positions you go thru during the day.
Still I had a lot of pants that were just not big enough for me, gun and holster all jammed in there.
Now, most usually when I go out the door it's with a Model 637 Airweight , 38 special, J frame in a pocket, and no holster.
If I do belt on the Bianchi holster, I carry a Taurus 455, 5 shot 45 acp , snub nosed revolver, those times I'm giving up waist comfort for the comfort of having heavy 45 caliber slugs . 45's can be realy comforting.
You just going to have to try a few methods to see what works for you.
Gary
 
Wow...checked this thread to see what "Fluffy" meant...

Some of you guys should be able to carry a Desert Eagle like I carry a 3913....LOL

If you can't carry IWB ....... go "Pancake".........

Check out some of Ray's. from Lobo Gun Leather, posts some good thoughts and suggestions.
 
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I can't imagine that an IWB would work for you. Take a look at Wright Leather Works. I have their "Predator" and it is second to none. You will also need a dedicated gun belt to support it. I also have the Bull Hide Wright belt for mine.
Concealed Carry Leather Holsters | Wright Leather Works LLC

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