Leather IWB/OWB holster for FS M&P .40

[mod57]

Maybe asked and answered but my search fu is weak. Can you folks direct me to a good quality maker of leather holsters for the FS M&P.

Sorry, it will be for concealed carry use and I am left handed.

 

[Motorsporting]

Concealment? Range use? EDC?

You will get a ton of answers. Here's my .02.

I love my Kramer #2. It's horsehide (thin, water tight), comfortable, sleek and super rigid. It is also a little spendy. I prefer it over the Sparks SSII because it is thinner around the straps (they don't use snaps). However, Sparks makes EXCELLENT stuff too, but I prefer the VMII for EDC from them, and the 55BN for range/training. Simply Rugged also makes great stuff. Regardless of the holster, you will also want a dedicated GUN belt. The flimsy stuff from the department stores suck. Ordering a belt from the same holster maker is good advice, or if you want an awesome nylon belt try Wilderness Tactical.

Custom Gun Leather & Gun Holsters from Kramer Handgun Leather
Milt Sparks Holsters
Simply Rugged Holsters - Leather Holsters, Leather Gun Belts, Leather Ammo Pouches and Leather Accessories

 

[mod57]

Excuse my obvious ignorance here but what is EDC?

Nevermind, got it Every Day Carry! duh.

I like the look of the VM2 and the SSII.

 

[Jaysq]

I think the best leather holsters are made by Wright Leather Works. I have two of their OWB and after over two years, the fit and retention are still spot on. They have OWB, IWB or even the Hybrid, that will do either.
Concealed Carry Leather Holsters - Wright Leather Works LLC

 

[fiasconva]

Do a search for lobogunleather.com I've bought a couple of holsters from them and just got one for my left-handed son. It was a quality holster and took only 4 weeks. I have a IWB for my FS MP9 and couldn't be happier with it.

 

[mod57]

Thanks folks! All very good suggestions with many different points of view.