IWB Shield Holsters

[srings]

Just an update on my search for a quality IWB holster. I finally settled on the FoxX Trap for my Shield and Little FoxX for my FS 9. Couldn't be happier. Like I said, quality product, good price, and great customer service. But I've heard nothing but stellar reviews for N82 and Crossbreed.

Keep your powder dry!

 

[andyems10]

Here is the Don Hume IWB holster I use for mine. It's made for a Sig P228 & 229 according to their website. Fits great, maybe has a little extra room in the bottom from the short barrel but othwise its fine. Would prefer to have the one with the body shield to protect the gun but this was free from a friend.

 

[bobkk]

Holster

Just got my Shield this past Fri. Had a iwb holster for my Sig 239 made by R Grizzle. It fits the Shield like it was made for it. Shield is a little shorter than the Sig so the barrel don't go to the end of the holster.

 

[Repli-can't]

N82 Tactical!

N82 Holsters are the best kept secret out there. Top notch quality and service too.

I recently got the N82 Tactical Professional Series Holster and it is really excellent! Extremely comfortable, conceals well and excellent quality. The positive retention of the "polycarbonate" plastic is reassuring. When I saw it on their web site I was thinking it might be thin and a little fragile but the material is solid - without being bulky - and very strong. I think it will last me a long, long time.

 

[shawn mccarver]

I was wondering what IWB holsters people were finding out there. I'm also interested in what they liked or didn't like after some time wearing them.

I'm looking for one and wanted to get some advice before making a decision.

What holster do you have and what do think about it?

Try Paul Giannaula at PJHolster.com

Kydex really is a good choice as it is thin and still remains open for easy one handed re-holstering.

Paul is honest, makes quick deliveries and his holsters are top quality. His prices are also very reasonable.

 

[magtf388]

Mitch Rosen has the Best IWB and OWB

Mitch Rosen makes the best.

Some examples of his OWB are attached with my Shield 9

 

[Eddiee Brown]

what would be a good holster for IWB crossdraw ?

 

[dcashel]

This is a Ritchie Nighthawk Holster IWB that I have for my Shield. It takes about 4 week to order since he makes them to order.

 

[15Krounds]

How about this one? Only $35! I'm very happy with mine. Works well.

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[huskybiker]

Carry mine in a ETW brand holster. It's all leather, very thin, and comfortable.

 

[ScrapmasterFlex]

I ordered a Galco King Tuk today... am excited and hope the absolutely vastly favorable and glowing reviews are all right. I have owned two lesser Galco holsters and I have always thought they were high quality while very reasonable and value priced.

Not for nothing, but in truth, I considered and perhaps wanted to order another Alien Gear but the wait and the people. LSS, I ordered a holster that then sent me an email telling me they were charging my card, and there would be a 4-6 wk wait. Nowhere on the site or during the order process did they mention a wait, let alone the nearly 8 it took, and they avoid communications and give the run around. So while I do like the Cloak Tuck IWB for my G23 and might have tried the 2.0 Neoprene version for the Shield, after the fees and shipping their product would be nearly 50 bucks. I paid 50 for my King Tuk today and I'll get it ASAP, with full leather, Kydex, and metal clips included etc.

I am very much looking forward to carrying the Shield PROPERLY IWB with a proper holster, especially as it cools off and fall brings pants etc, perhaps more clothing for even more concealability.

 

[B3500]

I often use a hybrid dual clip, but I carry bigger/wider/heaver pieces and like the stability they offer, especially for long 10-16 hour days of carry.

For something the size, weight and very thin width of a shield in a strong side IWB carry, to me it seems to lend itself towards a fairly deep riding, 20 (maybe a touch more depending on your preferences) degree cant, all kydex holster with a single over the belt type of clip. If you plan to tuck in your shirt, you may need to find one made with a j-hook or c-hook type of connection.

This type of holster does not add much to the width or weight and does not absorb sweat. If sweat goes over the top, you should be able to rinse it off and wipe it down (and wipe/oil the gun, too). It's also an easy holster to put on and take off.

 

[STCM(SW)]

My IWB for the shield is one from OutBags.
Good price and fits well for me....

 

[Bud33]

I have to add my approval of the N8 holsters. as you can see, I have one for a Ruger LC380 and used it for about a year. I wanted the Pro for my shield but they don't make one to take the Laser so I went with the standard.
As far as Quick draw is , I am not planning on any gun fights and by sliding my thumb alongside the grip as I reach, seems to work fast enough for me.
BTW My new one shipped the same day I ordered it and I had it is 3 days GREAT SERVICE for a Great holster!
I'll add that the LC380 is in a touchable!

 

[Nomadic Vagabond]

I have a black, right-hand DeSantis Cozy Partner IWB holster I used once - not even broken-in. Decided IWB holsters are not for me.

Cozy Partner Holsters, Springfield XD Holster, Hand Gun Holster, DeSantisHolster.com

$40 shipped if you want it.

 

[kawalerzysta]

I recommend Concealment Solutions Black Mamba CE. Very comfortable holster. Jason, owner of the company, is a great guy to deal with. If IWB is not your taste, he offers OWB and appendix carry holsters. One great thing, at least for me, is quick process. I ordered few holsters from him, and I would have them within the week (many times bought a gun on Sunday and by Friday holster was in my mailbox). And he makes holsters to order. Strongly recommended.

Concealment Solutions - Custom made concealment holsters

 

[waynes]

+1 for Concealment Solutions. Great service, quick build and ship.
The most comfortable I have worn. WELL worth it.

W

 

[tman2100]

Carry Beginner

I have read and viewed many reviews of holsters for the M&P shield. I have tried a few and have some on the way( remora clipless and PJ kydex in shipment). My favorite so far that i havent actually tried is the Desantis Sof-tuck holster. I got in mail and it fit my shield like a glove and it feels so good i almost forget i am wearing it even as a beginner to carry. I was reading it could have problem with one handed reholster and i can say i have yet to have a problem with it. My first few practices drawing and re-holstering went so smoothly with this holster i felt like i have been doing it for years.recommend 100% give it a try.

 

[Audiman77]

I've been carrying appendix on duty for about 13 years. I used to use the Garrett industries silent thunder(excellent holster), but the past year or so I've switched to the incog for all my carry guns. If appendix isn't your thing, the silent thunder is my recommendation

 

[sciencepenguin]

If you carry appendix, give G-Code Incog or Phlster Access/Skeleton a shot. I have both and use them regularly. A thorough comparison of the two here. I've previously tried Alien Gear before I decided I much prefer appendix carry. Alien Gear is a good deal for its price.
Between the Incog and Phlster, it was basically options & belt clip (Incog) vs. simplicity & belt-loop (Phlster). Both are comfortable (no sharp edges), accessible (adjustable for full grip), and safe (retention and trigger guard protection).