IWB Shield Holsters

[wachuko]

I like the Comp-Tac line of holsters for carry for my other brands of guns, and I also like the Remora holsters too.

Here is the MTAC with the Shield. I only had to order the kydex shell, as these holsters are convertible to use with other brands and sizes of pistols:

So far I like the one you show on that photo and this one:high Noon Alter Ego Holster

 

[RobzGuns]

I'm going to give these guys a shot if none of my current holsters fit the Shield: Premium Molded Holster Kit | Old Faithful Holsters The Shield option is in the pull down menu.

You can buy it pre-assembled, but you save money by just screwing it together yourself. IMO, this is what these simple kydex/leather type of holsters should cost. If it works out well, I'll never waste money on Crossbreed again. Best thing is, you can buy another premolded shell if you change guns or just a sheet of Kydex if you have a gun that is hard to find holsters for.

Old Faithful Holsters has been around for a couple years now. When he started out, he was selling JUST the kits, then expanded into the pre-assembled holsters. The design is pretty much tired & true, so the only issue would be the quality of the leather and thickness/quality of the Kydex. While I haven't purchased anything from him, I haven't heard any complaints on any of the forums about the quality of materials, or delivery time.

 

[Nakanokalronin]

Old Faithful Holsters has been around for a couple years now. When he started out, he was selling JUST the kits, then expanded into the pre-assembled holsters. The design is pretty much tired & true, so the only issue would be the quality of the leather and thickness/quality of the Kydex. While I haven't purchased anything from him, I haven't heard any complaints on any of the forums about the quality of materials, or delivery time.

If you look at his videos, the leather is of high quality as is the thicker Kydex then CBST uses. IMO, Crossbreed is surviving on it's name alone since similar holsters have popped up all over providing more options at lower prices. My CBST worked okay until I got rid of the gun that fit into it. The Kydex they use is also very thin even compared to much cheaper holsters.

 

[NCW Ray]

I like the Comp-Tac line of holsters for carry for my other brands of guns, and I also like the Remora holsters too.

Here is the MTAC with the Shield. I only had to order the kydex shell, as these holsters are convertible to use with other brands and sizes of pistols:

The replaceable shell feature was one of the reasons I purchased the MTAC a few years ago, and was getting ready to order a replacement shell for my broke one, but apparently Comp-Tac has changed them and I have the Generation 1 leather backing which they are no longer supporting or making replacement shells for... so lucky me.... I have to buy a whole new holster.

 

[Thunder71]

I hope everyone realizes 'Crossbreed' itself is a knock-off, they didn't come up with the hybrid design. If I recall correctly Tucker Gunleather did.

Anyway, right now I'm using a Smartcarry or Sticky Holster, for me the Sticky Holster is MUCH better than the Remora. I'm not sure yet what my main holster will be, in the past I've always used Garrett Industries Silent Thunder in both OWB and IWB and loved the leather lined kydex.

 

[cpg113]

I also have one from pjholster and am very pleased with it.

I too hace a PJ IWB Kydex and very happy with it.



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[MeCHTeCH]

OFH

I got a compact kit from Old Faithful Holsters, shipping was quick.! The kit was fairly easy to get together, *watch the tutorials I made a post on another thread w/ pics already. But the short of it is, very comfortable even for all day carry, quick presentation of firearm w/ alil practice of course.. An the price was right, the materials are of good quality, Kydex is thicker than most others an the leather seems to form well to the body. I've made some slight tweaks to it since these pics were taken, shaved alil off the Kydex and leather between the trigger guard an front of grip also shaved off alil of the leather by backstrap/beavertail section of the gun to make for a more positive draw..

 

[HokiePS7]

If you don't mind waiting about ¼ of a year, Milt Sparks is making the VM-2 for the Shield. You can get something inexpensive or simple in the meantime and when the VM-2 gets in, you will appreciate it even more.

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I've owned several VM2s. Awesome holsters, but the wait is closer to 6 months+.

 

[Neumann]

If Sparks makes a holster for a Shield, the VM2 is by far the best designed and most comfortable IWB holster on the market, if you can wear a cover garment. Unfortunately, the Kydex clips available for tucking are hard to use.

If you must tuck, a single-clip holster works best, since it's hard to keep the shirttail smooth between two clips, or to pull it out of the way when needed. Most tuckable holsters (VM2 excepted) use a single screw on each clip, which works loose in short order. Rather than spend a bundle for tucking, I use Blade-Tech UCH holsters (which use two screws for the belt clip).

The Shield is pretty new, so the best bet is a holster from S&W, or a custom job from Sparks or Ryan Grizzle.

For a tiny pistol like the Shield, you want a very high ride holster, so you can get your fingers around the grip in a hurry. I have a Grizzle "City Slicker" for a Kahr PM45, with the clips in the highest of three positions.

 

[Nakanokalronin]

I just got my JP IWB Kydex with the 15 degree FBI cant for my Sheild.
Well made, fits the weapon fine, but I am the wrong build, I guess, for IWB. I will sell it if someone wants it. I am out of town til May 20th, but could drop it in the mail then.

I'm going to a OWB for it. Open to suggestions.

Are you using a proper gun belt? Try any other holsters or positions on the belt?

 

[Beanie-Bean]

The replaceable shell feature was one of the reasons I purchased the MTAC a few years ago, and was getting ready to order one to be ready for my future Shield, but apparently Comp-Tac has changed them and I have the Generation 1 leather backing which they are no longer supporting or making replacement shells for... so lucky me.... I have to buy a whole new holster.

Sorry to hear that...it's still good to go for the original gun, right? You can always sell it off to help offset the cost of the new one, too.

The Gen2 models have been good for me, in that there is no squeaking/creaking like some of the other holsters I've got taking up room in a drawer.

If you can hold off until the holiday weekend, I've noticed that Comp-Tac will usually have 10-15% off sale codes usable for a short time. I've ordered most of my gear from them during those times, because I also have to pay TX sales tax on my orders

 

[Beretta1526]

I hope everyone realizes 'Crossbreed' itself is a knock-off, they didn't come up with the hybrid design. If I recall correctly Tucker Gunleather did.

Anyway, right now I'm using a Smartcarry or Sticky Holster, for me the Sticky Holster is MUCH better than the Remora. I'm not sure yet what my main holster will be, in the past I've always used Garrett Industries Silent Thunder in both OWB and IWB and loved the leather lined kydex.

I really like the Silent Thunder holsters. Leather-lined Kydex is very nice. This reminds me, I still need to sell my P238 holster and spare mag...

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[WK1025]

I don't have a shield yet ( sigh ) but I carry my M&P9 in either a Galco King Tuk or more often a Remora. I plan on replacing the Galco, hard to get the gun out, with a White Hat IWB and am going to look into the Sticky holster although I really like the Remora.
WK

 

[Houdini1953]

All I can say is get a MTAC from Com-TAC they are expensive but so is the drawer full of holsters that I am slowly thinning out, with the Minotaur MTAC you can always change out the bodies of the holster for any weapon they make the kydex for!

 

[fshnfvr]

If Sparks makes a holster for a Shield, the VM2 is by far the best designed and most comfortable IWB holster on the market, if you can wear a cover garment. Unfortunately, the Kydex clips available for tucking are hard to use.

If you must tuck, a single-clip holster works best, since it's hard to keep the shirttail smooth between two clips, or to pull it out of the way when needed. Most tuckable holsters (VM2 excepted) use a single screw on each clip, which works loose in short order. Rather than spend a bundle for tucking, I use Blade-Tech UCH holsters (which use two screws for the belt clip).

The Shield is pretty new, so the best bet is a holster from S&W, or a custom job from Sparks or Ryan Grizzle.

For a tiny pistol like the Shield, you want a very high ride holster, so you can get your fingers around the grip in a hurry. I have a Grizzle "City Slicker" for a Kahr PM45, with the clips in the highest of three positions.

Sparks is making the VM2 I have one on order. Until them I have th PJHolster and it is very nice. Slim and very functional.

 

[cluznar]

Has anyone checked with N82Tactical to see if they make a Pro Holster for the Shield? I have one for my Ruger SR9c and it is soooo comfortable to wear, good retention, easy to draw and reholster.

If they don't list one email them and ask for one, if he starts getting an interest in them he will offer one. You will like this holster.

 

[yanici]

Has anyone checked with N82Tactical to see if they make a Pro Holster for the Shield? I have one for my Ruger SR9c and it is soooo comfortable to wear, good retention, easy to draw and reholster.

If they don't list one email them and ask for one, if he starts getting an interest in them he will offer one. You will like this holster.

I emailed them a couple of weeks ago. They plan on making one in the PRO model. Wouldn't hurt to keep emailing them so they know there is a large interest out there.

 

[Steak]

Ill also agree to what has been posted regarding the Comp Tac MTAC. I use it for my XDm 3.8 and love it.

However, for the heat of the summer and working outside a few days a week I have decided to give this a try.


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[Deezil]

I bought the Public Secret w/clip for my shield.
Awesome holster, I almost forget I am carrying, almost

 

[Beretta1526]

I picked up a BlackHawk size 3 tuckable brown holster on the cheap from Amazon the other day. It gets delivered today, so I'll see how it is. I may also have to get a good look at the MTAC...

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