Looking for pocket holster suggestions for a J-Frame

[guitarzNgunz]

I'm looking for a new pocket holster for my S&W 642. I'd like something sturdy, with minimal bulk, and protects the gun from sweat. I'm thinking maybe a thin horsehide leather holster?

I had the Unkle Mikes #3 pocket holster which worked out nice since it's so thin but I lost it. I may end up getting another just wanted other suggestions for something a little more rigid with better protection from perspiration.

Thanks

 

[rock_castle]

Galco horsehide is nice. I tried a bunch including the Galco and Mika, and ended up going with a Blackhawk #3 from Walmart.

 

[Jingles]

For my 642 I went with a Don Hume H715-M WCS IWB with sweat guard. It's very comfortable and secure.

EDIT: Sorry, just saw the "Pocket" part of your request. Here is the correct link to Hume's pocket holster.

http://www.donhume.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=65_5&products_id=31

 

[biker65]

remora makes nice pocket holsters

I'm looking for a new pocket holster for my S&W 642. I'd like something sturdy, with minimal bulk, and protects the gun from sweat. I'm thinking maybe a thin horsehide leather holster?

I had the Unkle Mikes #3 pocket holster which worked out nice since it's so thin but I lost it. I may end up getting another just wanted other suggestions for something a little more rigid with better protection from perspiration.

Thanks

the remora holsters make a nice pocket holster that I use itb

 

[sooper44]

I use the Galco Pocket Protector Holster for my 442, works great. Fits Wrangler pockets perfectly.

 

[jack the toad]

I'm not an expert and my experience is limited but the Mika pocket holster has worked well for me and is very affordable.

 

[tcon]

I use a Mika. It's supple, flexible, stays in, stays open when empty and allows easy reholstering.

 

[Erich]

I've had fancy pocket holsters and I've had cheapo pocket holsters. I love Remoras, but use them IWB. For my J-frame pocket carry, I'm still using the Mika that I got over a dozen years ago. Can't see that changing. The Mika carries the gun the best (without dragging or printing), it presents the gun the best (gun comes right out; holster doesn't), it reholsters on the best tier of pocket holsters, it protects the gun as well as any, it's handmade in the USA by a good-guy craftsman for me with my name in it, and it was inexpensive.

 

[KalamazooKid]

Another vote for Mika. Awesome holsters.

 

[Buford57]

I have been completely satisfied with a Galco horsehide for my 642.

 

[zumatodd]

Uncle Mike's, but I use a #4 for my 642.

Also Mika!

 

[Stevens]

Desantis nemesisworks fine with my 642 but I have never used anything else so can't compare.

 

[sodacan]

+1 for the Galco.

 

[TACC1]

I have only tried a half-dozen holsters for pocket
use, and found that Mika's pocket holsters really work well for me.
One with square bottom and one with round bottom
so that I can match the holster to the trousers I'm wearing.
Just my 2 cents,
TACC1

 

[rjm6120]

I have a Sticky Holster that I have been using everyday for my J. Although I have using it IWB exclusively (which, by the way, is a carry method I never adopted until I got it about 3 weeks ago. I tried it and it amazingly comfortable and has opened my eyes to the virtues of IWB carry. I never practiced the method before because my physique decreed it beyond uncomfortable), it can double as a pocket holster and will stay in the pocket on the draw. I know it's not leather and is not as sturdy sided as the Micas suggested, but I think it's a great holster suggestion for someone on a budget.

 

[mj2008]

I have a Galco horsehide which is very good. Another one is Desantis Superfly. Has a removable front over. It's very light and it stays in your pocket and won't pull with the gun.

 

[Sclays]

I believe that Kramer makes by far the finest pocket holster.
There was a thread on this forum some time ago regarding a guy that had an accidental discharge while using a "soft" holster.

 

[Florida J Frame]

Can't beat the Mika and it isn't leather so it won't soak up sweat. Bob is a great guy to work with and his holsters are worth the wait. After you place your order, he will call you to verify what you need.

 

[crazyphil]

If you are, or want to be, a collector a Chic Gaylord 8 Ball in the side
pocket just popped up on ebay. Great little holster. Legendary maker.
Expensive!

 

[bsg]

the late Lou Alessi made one heck of a pocket holster and my money has liked several of them.