Model 64 holster recommendation???

[Charleslee]

I need one. Any suggestions? Something well-made, tough, long-lasting. Hip, leather. Thanks

 

[LoboGunLeather]

Carleslee: Selection of a holster style will depend primarily on your intended use (range, field, discreet concealed carry, etc). Every holster design involves compromises among the 4 basic factors of comfort, accessibility, security, and concealment. Whenever one factor is emphasized there will be compromises in the other factors.

The Model 64 is not particularly difficult to carry comfortably, or to conceal if required. K-frame revolver, fixed sights, spur hammer, weight about 2 lbs, barrel lengths typically 4", 3", or 2". For a very good combination of comfort, accessibility, security, and concealment I would suggest that you look at holsters of the pancake design. The pancakes usually ride fairly high and close to the body, best worn just behind the strong-side hip (3:30 to 4:00 position), out of the way but very good accessibility. If your usual activities include running, cycling, horseback, or other strenuous activities you may want to consider adding thumb-break retention for better security.

Of course, as a retired holster maker I think my own designs are as good as you will find. Suggest that you contact Mark or Matt Fedders at Lobo Gun Leather, look at the website and you will find a variety of pancake style designs, including my personal favorite the Enhanced Pancake Model.

Best regards.

 

[326MOD10]

Not that my opinion can hold a candle to the one above but I would second his opinion!

If you want concealment take a peak at their Enhanced Pancake.

If you want a general carry around the farm/shooting holster then I would consider the Combat Classic.

Have them both and couldn't be happier.

Good luck.

 

[crazyphil]

Your model 64 is, of course, the stainless version of the model 10 which
was known as the M&P previous to the numbering system. The 64 was
produced with 2" barrel, some 3" barrels, and 4" barrels. I never owned
one but I think the 2" had round butt.

I bought holsters from Ray and they were top notch. Haven't bought
from the folks he sold to though. I agree with Ray. A pancake would
probably carry the 64 on your hip the best. Good luck.

 

[Charleslee]

Thank you very much for your help & taking the time to give advice. I think I’ll go w/ the Enhanced Pancake Model by Lobo Gun Leather. Now what options? Suede or Smooth Leather Lining, Thumb Break Retention & Hammer Shield. It has an exposed hammer. I most definitely want protection against someone attempting to pull it out on me. Not that i’d Expect that but hey, you never know, right?

 

[crazyphil]

Thank you very much for your help & taking the time to give advice. I think I’ll go w/ the Enhanced Pancake Model by Lobo Gun Leather. Now what options? Suede or Smooth Leather Lining, Thumb Break Retention & Hammer Shield. It has an exposed hammer. I most definitely want protection against someone attempting to pull it out on me. Not that i’d Expect that but hey, you never know, right?

Personally, I don't care for a retention strap on my concealed
carry holsters. If carrying concealed no one should know it is
there so chances are it will not be grabbed. And if you need it
the retention will just slow your presentation down a little
bit. The holster you mentioned getting will fit well enough to
pass Chic Gaylord's test. Hold it upside down over a bed, or
some soft landing surface, and shake it. The gun should not
come out. Just my opinion. I know others may vary.

 

[Charleslee]

Ok thanks, so maybe no Thumb Break Retention, what about the Hammer Shield?

 

[bulletslap]

In my opinion a hammer shield is a good thing, easier on the skin and cover garment.

 

[Charleslee]

Ok thanks. All set I think.

 

[crazyphil]

I agree the hammer shield is good to protect your skin from the hammer
spur, and it's also a good idea to have the hammer protector on the
outer side of the holster to protect your covering garment from the
hammer spur. Here's one (below) made by Ray when he was Lobo
Gunleather.

 

[JayFramer]

Will it be for CCW?

If open carry, lots of used and in good shape duty holsters on ebay that will work great.

 

[Jimmyjones]

For the hammer shield, I order all my Lobo's with it, but find it's a thumb piece cover on my enclosed hammers, which is great.

Worth it !

 

[LoboGunLeather]

I agree the hammer shield is good to protect your skin from the hammer
spur, and it's also a good idea to have the hammer protector on the
outer side of the holster to protect your covering garment from the
hammer spur. Here's one (below) made by Ray when he was Lobo
Gunleather.

That is a fine looking holster, even if I must say so myself! Basically a Tom Threepersons' style modified to incorporate the Hank Sloan hammer shield (Look at my avatar photo for another example from my personal collection). Very nice Herrett's Bill Jordan grips as well!

Wish I had thought of that! Oh wait, I did think about that!

Back in the days when I first worked in "soft clothes" I quickly found that the hammer and adjustable rear sight would shred the linings of suit coats and sports jackets, and when the linings started to shred they could become tangled with the hammer and make it difficult, if not impossible, to draw your gun when needed. The classic Hank Sloan solution works quite well!

Another trick I learned was to have panels of light canvas sewn into the linings of my jackets. This resisted tearing while also improving concealment by hiding the profile of the holstered revolver. Another big plus was that, because my suits and sport coats were thus modified specifically for "business use" I could write off the total cost of the modified garments as a non-reimbursed employee business expense on my income tax returns! With two hungry kids to feed and a mortgage payment every month every little bit helped, back in the day.

 

[Charleslee]

I ordered the enhanced pancake model natural tan color hammer shield smooth leather lining 130 bucks 6 to 8 week delivery that’s OK sometimes you have to wait for quality. thanks guys

 

[crazyphil]

Give us a review and photo when you get it.