New Holster Arrived Yesterday

[joeblack]

I went out and bought a shield 9, 4 weeks ago.I didnt want just any holster because I needed a not good but a GREAT, IWB for the Hot Memphis summer that is among us.This shield has a job to be my new summer carry and the holster had to meet the standards of being comfortable and light weight.I factored in protection for the guns finish and while I was at it decided that the holster had to look the part and make a statement, as a home for the Shield since the shield has built such a wonderful reputation in such a short time.I researched reviews and holsters for 3 weeks prior to my shield purchase and decided to buy from Garrett Industries LLC.

I purchased the Silent Thunder Solo in OD green with natural Hermann Oak Leather Lining which has a wonderful smell.The rear panel is flexible and covered out toward the body in a medium density water proof foam which is covered by a suede pig skin that is a pleasure against the skin and holds the holster in place like glue.I ordered the tuckable loops but also have the standard clip which I use, enjoy and it works well.These pictures do not do it justice.Its ART!

 

[CA357]

It looks very good. Is it a hybrid?

 

[Horace & Daniel]

That's some sweet-lookin' gun hide. Too bad it's beauty has to be hidden IWB.

 

[joeblack]

It looks very good. Is it a hybrid?

CA357,
I had always thought of hybrid as being kydex mounted to a leather backing and this one is not listed as a hybrid according to Garrett.Its Kydex has the leather bonded to it for a no noise draw and holster and the Kydex is actually stitched to a rear panel that has a layer of the leather,the the foam,then the pig suede.I asked Ron Garrett about the process and its a secret how he bonds the Hermann Oak Leather to the kydex in such an amazing way.Worth the $85.00 it cost me.

 

[joeblack]

That's some sweet-lookin' gun hide. Too bad it's beauty has to be hidden IWB.

H & D,

You are correct.It is hidden and wants to be shown off but I am buying a full size M&P 9mm and ordering the STX OWB for it.Im going to add a few more pictures so you all can see the back panel I was speaking of.

 

[CA357]

Now, I'm confused, but I'm used to it. Wear it in good health.

 

[joeblack]

Now, I'm confused, but I'm used to it. Wear it in good health.

After thinking it over its safe to say you are correct and it is in every way a Hybrid design and meshing of materials.

Thanks and good health be with you also!

 

[jackge]

Black gun, green holster?

 

[Dave Nowlin]

I've ordered a Silent Thunder in Coyote Brown. Sure hope I like it.

 

[kodiakpb]

CA357,
I had always thought of hybrid as being kydex mounted to a leather backing and this one is not listed as a hybrid according to Garrett.Its Kydex has the leather bonded to it for a no noise draw and holster and the Kydex is actually stitched to a rear panel that has a layer of the leather,the the foam,then the pig suede.I asked Ron Garrett about the process and its a secret how he bonds the Hermann Oak Leather to the kydex in such an amazing way.Worth the $85.00 it cost me.

Very nice, I was going to ask if the holster collapsed after drawing, but see that it is kydex surrounded by leather.

 

[gnystrom]

I've ordered a Silent Thunder in Coyote Brown. Sure hope I like it.

You will love it. The Garretts are great people and they will make you happy. I have the Silent Thunder for my Kahr and it is a very well made product.

 

[joeblack]

I was asked about the rear sight coverage by the holster backing/padding to prevent being stuck by the corner of the sight so here are the pics of that.You can see that the sight is 99% covered with the edge being alligned with the sights sharp edge.I have had no issue with being poked or stuck by the rear sight and I wear it 12-14 hours a day.This includes climbing and bending doing A/C work in the heat.The holster just works!

 

[pmbspyder]

I just ordered one of these for my shield 2 weeks ago. Any update on how you like it or gratuitous pics to make the wait easier? Thanks in advance!