Model 19 2.5" CCW Holster Suggestion

[chief38]

Pocket carry is simple......... DeSantis Nemises! They are great!

 

[Vom Brunhaus K9]

I use Jay Pee inside the pants with a clip

 

[parsonbw]

LOBO DUAL CARRY PANCAKE HOLSTER

Or Lobo Leather enhanced pancake. Wonderful holsters!!

 

[Road Rat]

I carry my 19-2 with 2 1/2 " barrel in a Milt Sparks PMK in the 3:30 position. Don't even know it is there. Holds the grip in nice and tight.

 

[Igiveup]

A great holster that no one has mentioned is Rodek Leather Works, Inc. I just ordered another one this week. I have been carrying a 3 inch M10 and the holster is like new after a year. Very reasonable price also. I had a Merneckle made for my M66 2 1/2 and think it is pretty but not very effective in keeping the revolver in the holster. I feel I wasted my money on that one.

 

[flintsghost]

Try the Gibralter Speed holster from K L Null. It is the best holster I've found for revolvers of that size. I have an old one that I carry by 66-1 2.5" in and have for years. I have another that I use on those occasions when I carry my 696. It is the best belt holster I've used for CCW in 40 years. He also makes a version that is similar to what you are carrying now. All of list latest stuff in horsehide, reasonably priced and he is pretty quick to deliver. He has a website. I have lots of his various rigs for different things and don't think one can do any better.

 

[Ringneck]

I have an older Bucheimer Defender I use that I like, but I'm into FBI cant and thumb breaks.

 

[old bear]

Lets see, 27 varied and Good responses, with 28+ different suggestions..
I'm only going to add, remember that your gun/support belt is as important as your choice of holster. So don't skimp in the belt.

 

[mj2008]

Another vote for the Galco Combat Master.

 

[ParaGrunt82]

Here is my EDC. M19-3 in a Grizzle Leather, Georgia Snap 2. The most comfortable carry I've had in quite awhile.

 

[elm_creek_smith]

I use a Don Hume J.I.T. for my 3 inch Model 13-3. I've had no problems with retention. I also have a Don Hume H715 M.S.O. (No longer made for the K-frame.) that fits it well; I just don't like IWB holsters.

 

[Iggy]

Another vote for Simply Rugged. Simple, close fitting, and secure. One of the best bang for the bucks deals around.

 

[rcp1936]

I use a Barami Hip Grip on my 65-5 3" 357

 

[catadjuster]

I have a 2.5" M19 that I have carried for years. The finish has worn as you would expect, so I have started using an Alien Gear IWB (sized for K frame). It is not an exact fit to the gun, but it conceals very well - and as noted, I am no longer very concerned about any wear marks.

I used a Simply Rugged for a while, but found it inadequate for the 2.5" barrel - the leather did not hold its shape as well as I would expect from a holster at this price point.

Like Chief38, I have found the simple leather pouch with belt clip to be pretty comfortable with this gun under the right circumstances.