J-Frame Pocket Holster

[noah228]

Another # 1 vote for a Robert Mika pocket holster. My 36 and 431 ride in one. Best I've tried.

 

[pawncop]

Mine is a Bianchi 158 and works well for me. It ain't fancy but then neither am I.

 

[bill2000]

I had an uncle mikes nylon forever,but it got so one corner was folding under and tried to turn the 642 sideways in my pocket. Replaced it with a Don Hume pocket holster..like the leather holster far better. From what I've read, the Mika holsters are a bit...well padded? Some say they're way to thick,others love them. My best advice..take a look at what kind of pants you generally wear. The pockets aren't all shaped the same, and you may end up getting something that won't fit right, and you'll hate it! Look at the shape and then match that with the pocket holster so it will fit properly!

Mika holsters are far from padded. In fact, I'd say that they are thinner than any other holster shown in this thread, including the nylon ones. He makes them for square and rounded pockets. I've carried my M38 Bodyguard every summer for the last 6 years in a Mika and have never found a reason to look for a different holster. Breaks up the outline of the gun and never leaves the pocket unless you want it to.

 

[koz5614]

DeSantis #02 gets my vote

 

[REM 3200]

I've used Galco leather for quite awhile and am very satisfied with the holster. It covers the trigger, stays in the pocket when the gun is removed and it keeps the weapon in the same spot while not revealing its presence to the outside world.

I second the Galco pocket holster. It keeps my Model 60 properly oriented
and separates from the gun when it should as the gun is presented.

 

[Goldstar225]

I first tried a Desantis Nemesis then the Mika. After getting the Mika I didn't look any further.

 

[imakmst]

My local shop sells the sticky holster. I use it to tote my 642.
Best Concealed Carry Holster | IWB | Pocket Holsters

 

[zzclancy]

My choice/recommendation is Kramer. You can get lucky on holsters on EBay sometimes. I would check it also.

 

[F75gunslinger]

Never seen a Mika that was padded, but I'm sure he'll custom make one if you want.

The reviews and thoughts I read said that they're a bit thicker and can be bulky. That was what I meant by " padded ".

 

[nyeti]

Mika's are very well established and have a great reputation, particularly in SoCal LE circles. There are a ton of cops carrying back ups in Mika holsters.

 

[ContinentalOp]

I hardly ever pocket carry my 642. When I have it was in a DeSantis Nemesis holster. It has worked but I've found it a little on the bulky side for my needs. I might pocket carry more often if I had a slimmer holster available. The leather holster posted by snubbyfan earlier, and a similar design by Bell Charter Oak, have piqued my interest. Kydex is another possibility, but I am concerned it might have too much retention.

However, carrying IWB works really well for me so trying out pocket holsters is a very low priority.

 

[mgriffin]

Uncle Mikes #4 for my 442....For me, perfect combination. Does the job but not so rigid.

 

[pocotango]

Happy with Bell-Charter Oak's pocket holster for my 649

 

[stevie-ca]

I have been using Sparks Manta Ray, like this holster

 

[chief38]

DeSantis Nemesis.

 

[CGhelofxr]

I picked up DeSantis Nemesis yesterday, I will give this a go. It felt comfortable, the store let e try it with a 637, drew easy enough out of my pocket. Most important, to printing of the pistol.

Worst case I add to the holster collection!

 

[rock doc]

It's Snubbyfan for me.

 

[kaaskop49]

It's Snubbyfan for me.

Did you have to brush off any cat hairs on that rig?

Sorry, snubbs.

Kaaskop49
Shield #5103

 

[Shorty 45 MK2]

Galco horsehide here.

 

[les.b]

I am with Buford57 and Claudel, I have been using a Galco PH158 for several years, and it has the room to either carry a six shot Colt 'D' farame, of which I have a bunch, or a 'J' frame Smith, of which I also have a bunch. Like to rotate through my collection, and this rig allows me to use the same holster for any of these guns. Fits and conceals well in a pair of jeans, which is my most common attire. The horsehide looks like it will hold up forever, with no appreciable signs of wear after several years of daily use. Highly recommend!!!