J frame holster

[imjin138]

I plan on buying a new wholster for my 640, I thought about a shoulder rig, I am not very comfortable with IWB unless it is behind my hip. I did see the BCO Crossfire and that looks interesting.

I do like the Chicago rocker and the other designs, I will let you know what i come up with.

 

[MO_mule]

imjin138:

I have a (dumb) question for you. Are you planning on wearing the holster under a button-down shirt (not a polo/golf shirt) or, more conventionally, under a jacket? I have wondered if a shoulder holster would work under a button-down shirt (as an option to IWB or pocket carry).

Thanks,

Chris

 

[sgtdave]

I carry my body guard in one of 3 holsters. I have a don hume iwb, a galco ankle holster , or a desantis pocket holster.

 

[The Big D]

I'm wondering, too.

There is NO shoulder holster that can be worn regularly lest one wears a suit, sport coat, or another jacket, regularly.

There is no shoulder rig that can properly be concealed under a shirt.

Be safe.

 

[MO_mule]

The Big D:

Well, drat and curses. I was hoping to try a shoulder holster over the undershirt (t-shirt) and put the cotton button shirt on and be very stealthy, lol. I'm just looking for carry options. I have a Tucker IWB coming and I'm breaking in a D.M. Bullard pocket/wallet holster.

imjin138: Would you provide a website for BCO, please?

EDIT: Got it. BCO = Bell Charter Oak. Why didn't I think of that? END OF EDIT

Chris

 

[imjin138]

In the winter Inormally wear a jacket, but more than likely it will be an IWB or belt scabbard type. I have never use an ankle type holster.

 

[Wee Hooker]

You might also consider a set of Barami Hip Grips if you look at IWB type holsters at all. I've tried a 1/2 dozen different holsters and keep coming back to the hip grip for comfort, conceal ability and convenience.
( no holster= less bulk)
Also, FWIW, the most concealable shoulder holster I've tried for the J frame is a mod 19 Safariland. It is a lightweight leather and elastic design that suspends the gun butt down/ muzzle up in your arm pit. Because of it's up/down orientation and tucked in location, it hid under most shirts/jackets VERY well. Not sure if they still make it though.

 

[biggs357]

I know you want a shoulder holster but this holster has gotten me through almost 2 years now.it's a bianchi model 5 shadow.It rides high and out of sight.In fact my wife liked how i carried so much i ordered one in right hand for her.The only time she couldn't wear it was when she was pregnant,and then she went to a shoulder rig but found it to uncomfortable so she quit carrying for while but she is back into the shadow 5 again.
Go to this web site and you'll find anything you want. Packin' Heat Leather

 

[The Big D]

The Big D:

Well, drat and curses. I was hoping to try a shoulder holster over the undershirt (t-shirt) and put the cotton button shirt on and be very stealthy, lol. I'm just looking for carry options. I have a Tucker IWB coming and I'm breaking in a D.M. Bullard pocket/wallet holster.

imjin138: Would you provide a website for BCO, please?

EDIT: Got it. BCO = Bell Charter Oak. Why didn't I think of that? END OF EDIT

Chris

MO Mule: Sorry, hope you don't think I was mocking you; wasn't, for sure.

Be safe.

 

[Bell Charter Oak Holsters]

I plan on buying a new wholster for my 640, I thought about a shoulder rig, I am not very comfortable with IWB unless it is behind my hip. I did see the BCO Crossfire and that looks interesting.

I do like the Chicago rocker and the other designs, I will let you know what i come up with.

Stan;

I have never, in 40 years found a shoulder holster that could perform beyond it's natural design limitations, regardless of the maker or the design. Although I've made many of them and they were good sellers, I've never found them entirely practical. They are ideal in certain circumstances and tactical scenarios.

In my opinion, a well rounded battery of gunleather should include an inside waistband, a pocket holster and a scabbard worn on the belt. With these, a guy packing a small to medium size revolver could carry nearly anyplace, in any climate, with any wardrobe and have the added option of a BUG, if needed.

Shoulder rigs do occupy a niche in concealment products but arguably have significant design limitations that simply translate into the necessity of using a cover garment. Many fellows swear by them, many more swear at them. Here's a photo of my last shoulder rig design, the FEDERAL RESERVE DOUBLE RIG. I made these for autos and revolvers, but they became unprofitable. Just too expensive to craft, but that's another story....

Lefty
BELL CHARTER OAK CUSTOM HOLSTERS (607) 783-2483

 

[imjin138]

Your pretty much right about the shoulder rigs, I have tried several over the years and can never seem to get comfortable. I will start out with the belt holster.

 

[RightWinger]

Some people really seem to like shoulder rigs, but I have found a lot of people who like the idea of wearing and owning one more than they actually like the holster. Thanks to Miami Vice, the shoulder rig became the "cat's Meow"!! I was fortunate enough to get the chance to wear a shoulder rig in the military w/o having to purchase one. I absolutely hated it. I could not run w/o the gun and magazines slapping my body, and it was extremely uncomfortable. Our policy at work prohibits shoulder rigs, and I believe its because once you have to wither wear a vest or a sport jacket to effectively conceal them where you could just untuck your shirt and conceal a scabbord if in plain clothes. Shoulder rigs do have a place, but as previously stated, its a small nich they fill and for the money you'll spend on a good rig you might want something a little more versatile. But, if you do get one let us know how you like it, I could be wrong and you may really love it......to each his own.

 

[sipowicz]

I have 4 basic rigs for mine...IWB, OWB, ankle, pocket and shoulder...I find I use the ankle and belt rigs 99% of the time...shoulder rigs do look cool and crry the weight okay, but unless you never take off your jacket, they are a bit impractical...mine gets used for a quick trip with sweat pants on or for a ride on my motorcycle...

 

[photoman]

The only one that ever came close to useable for me was the Null SKR.

p.s. Good to sipowicz back...

 

[MO_mule]

MO Mule: Sorry, hope you don't think I was mocking you; wasn't, for sure.

Be safe.

The Big D:

No, no, I have thick skin and skull (so you'd better use a magnum). Besides, I'm hoping to get your 'Vette for a song someday. Would Camptown Races do the trick?

Chris

 

[sipowicz]

The only one that ever came close to useable for me was the Null SKR.

p.s. Good to sipowicz back...

Why thank you..

 

[oddjob]

I use the Safariland 560 for my S&W 640 99% of the time. In the winter I use a Bianchi 9r shoulder rig. I wear sweat pants (elastic waist band), a t-shirt, shoulder rig, then a sweat shirt over the rig. Works fine for me. I like the Safariland 560 because there are times I wear crossdraw (in the hot summer) and its comfortable. The 560 is very versatile.

 

[OLDFED]

Concealed Holsters?

Galco shoulder rig for my Kimber .45 in the "jacket weather" times; Kimber with a Grip Clip for warm weather and a spring clip for my KELTEC. Revolvers??? Tom Threepersons style with snap for my 66 S&W and a pancake for my 640. The gun depends on my clothing and purpose for being out. You don't wear the same pair of shoes all the time, do you?

 

[Gutpile Charlie]

I've been carrying a S&W M60 or M36, 1/78", round butt J frame, 24/7 for over five years now.

Regularly, I used a Bianchi "Pocket Change" holster for right front pocket carry.

To reduce to over all size, I use Pachmeyer Compact Professional grips. The grips illustrated above in the holster photo are also Pachmeyer's but this style with the finger grooves actually adds bulk. I had some like them and they were too big, I gave them away. The ones below are the way to go.

This system has worked great for me. I've tried Uncle Mike pocket holsters, but they just don't have the stiffness to work effectively.

During the winter, on some occasions, I use a Bianchi shoulder rig, and this is only used when wearing a sweat shirt, hoodie, jacket, etc. I find this shoulder rig very comfortable, but you just have to have on quite a bit of clothes to hide it.

This is a model 4620 holster can comes with an "X" configuration harness with the speedloader poaches on the opposite side. I also another harness for it that is over the shoulder, and behind the back. The "X" holds it very well. In this rig the gun is held horizantaly , but I have no problem with this, since it is a double action revolver. I would not carry most semi autos that way.