Remora Holster ???

[t bell]

Yeah, maybe it has to do with size of the person too. I'm 5'6" 162lbs and wear a 34 jeans. I've never had problems with it coming up or down.
Remora Holster Backflip Test: Ultimate Retention (with Ruger SR9c) - YouTube
If this don't convince you, you work for another holster company.

 

[2tango2]

Received my Remora holster yesterday for my xDs 9. Same concept as the Sticky but a little different design. 6 ART SS I think....Wore it around the house for a bit. While it may be too early to tell, the Sticky feels a bit more comfortable. Time will tell


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[kozmic]

I have many. Use all and love 'em!
I'm a big fan.

Except the ankle rig. It's a nice set-up but ankle carry is not for me. Thankfully it's convertible.

 

[buckshotshorty]

Honestly, I thought the remora worked pretty good until I accidentally brushed against the side view mirror of my van, and my PPS flipped out somehow. Luckily, it landed in the grass.

 

[Dohmein]

Honestly, I thought the remora worked pretty good until I accidentally brushed against the side view mirror of my van, and my PPS flipped out somehow. Luckily, it landed in the grass.

My brother in law had this happen in a store on a shelf display, no idea how but it did. He was shi$#ing himself...

 

[2tango2]

Honestly, I thought the remora worked pretty good until I accidentally brushed against the side view mirror of my van, and my PPS flipped out somehow. Luckily, it landed in the grass.

You must have had it riding either really high or real loose. I can't see this happening at least in how I wear it. It will probably happen to me tonight now that I've questioned it lol


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[Linejudgemick]

I like Remoras... I especially like the ones I use for a small 380 (2ART) and another for a single-stack 9 mm (4ART). I use the small sweat shield with ART versions and carry both of these pistols either in the pocket, or in the waist band. I have a tuckable (4ART) version that doesn't get used as often. I also have an (6) OWB/IWB for my M&P9C too.

 

[COL V]

Remora works well for me. If you place it right IWB, it will stay put. I reciently did a 2200 mi trip on my Harley, and my 9C was secure all the time. I'm not as concerned (as some are) about reholstering issues. Practice or real life, I'm only drawing if I intend to use my pistol. Draws ok on range.

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[shawn mccarver]

So Shawn, how much experience do you have with Remora holsters?


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My wife and I both tried one, and the design just did not work for us. I gave them away, and both of the recipients had the same results. So, to answer your question, four of us personally tried it, and we all found the concept not to our liking. If a Remora works for you, by all means, go for it.

 

[mudman bob]

My experience has been good. I would not want one without the reinforced top though.

 

[Shuutr]

Does anyone have any experience yet with the new leather lined model? All Remora's website says is that it is thinner but I'd like a little more info before I order because the "Hyde" leather lined models are $10 extra.

If you have a leather lined remora please post your thoughts, even better is if you have experience with the original as well as the new leather lined that would be great. Thanks

I have a Remora with Remorahyde for my P938 with sweat shield and really like it. It's fairly new and hasn't yet taken good form, but I notice it less than other holsters I've tried. I have sticky holster for BP9CC, a two other remoras for other setups. One plain and one with a partial sweat shield. The remorahyde is thinner and still comfortable padded enough. The sweat shield is a must in my opinion. Nothing digs into me and I don't sweat on my gun. I've done two full days walking around, in and out of the car a dozen or two times, gone out to lunch and the holster didn't move one but.

I probably won't need another holster any time soon, but if I do, it'll be a remora with full sweat shield and remorahyde liner. I do like the sticky holster tack better, but they don't have a leather liner option yet.

 

[Shuutr]

 

[jhc37013]

Thanks for the info about the leather lined vs. the regular and for the pics as well.

I have still been considering which version to get for my shield and the leather lined sounds best on paper because it is suppose to be thinner but I worry it may be more rigid and thus less comfortable. I have a original remora for my glock and like it so when I got a XDs I ordered another and went with the reinforced top. I found it less comfortable than the original so I gave it to a friend and that is why I'm hesitant about ordering the leather lined.

I'm still thinking I'm going to order the leather lined because it is thinner and every little bit helps even if it is a little stiff it will eventually break in and it does not appear to be as rigid as the reinforced version to begin with and that is what I'm really trying to figure out. Thanks for the help I have until Sunday to decide I don't want to miss the fathers day discount or I may be kinking myself.

 

[Shuutr]

I wouldn't consider the leather lined "stiff" as much as shaped. It's more comfortable to me than the non leather lined.

Is it worth $10. Yep.

 

[kilyung]

I was told by Remora that the liner option means you can't wash the entire holster. You'll have to just wipe the exterior. It also means not being able to heat and reshape your holster.

I have a 2R-A and 5ART holster with no issues to date but you do need to ensure the holstered gun is secured right. Too high or too low in baggy pants/shorts may lead to it popping out or slipping down. I keep the center of the gun cinched.

 

[SoCalDep]

I've carried my M&P Compact in a Remora since around April of 2011. I purchased the holster just to try it out and see if it worked as advertised. I figured it might be a nice holster to throw on to run to the corner store, etc.

Over the past two years the Remora has become the only off-duty holster I will use! I have tried to go back to other brands (Galco Triton, Crossbreed, etc.) because I'm a gear freak and have a hard time sticking to one platform... but I can't get away from the convenience and adjustability of the Remora. I'm 5'11", 190lbs and have no problems with shifting or falling out. The M&P9C holster is the reinforced ART model. I also have a Remora for my Beretta 950BS, S&W 342PD, and just put another into service with my "new to me" CS9. I definitely think the ART is mandatory, and for daily carry I like the reinforced top. For the best concealment the standard (non-reinforced) model works a bit better.

As for muzzle-safety when holstering...With the reinforced top I can holster as easily as with any other IWB holster. Another method I use, especially in an administrative capacity since I carry AIWB, is to remove the holster with my support hand holding over the front of the holster (essentially over the top of the slide if the gun were sitting in the holster), bring the firearm up opposite my hand and place the gun into the holster...I never muzzle my hand. I can then replace the holster/gun in my waistband with no danger of something coming into contact with the trigger.

Lastly...I have noticed that with any new Remora, it takes a few days of carry before the material "wears in" and becomes really comfortable. I forgot about that part when I started carrying the CS9 and it felt bulky and uncomfortable. A few days of carry and it's good to go.

I tried the Sticky Holster for my S&W 915 and while it seems more sticky than the Remora, I didn't like the build quality, options or fit as much as the Remora models. I actually used the version for a shorter barrel to allow a good grip in the holster. It works well for its purpose but if I had to pay for one or the other my vote goes for Remora.



Another pic...I sold the LC9 and its holster because it's not approved for carry by my department, but what a great combo!