LCR Holsters: Mika + Sideguard = Win-Win!

[PAcanis]

Good idea. Maybe someone here can answer my question, too.
I was thinking of going with the offset clip as it's supposed to add less bulk. So my question is, what's the trade-off? There must be some trade-off or every single clip holster would have an offset clip, no?

[DefensiveCarry.com]

[camsdaddy]

Honestly I can't think of a downside.

[PAcanis]

Yeah, that's what he said (I think). I called him and half spoke to him (sounded like he was on a bad cell phone), then went online to order a holster with the offset clip. At least I think I ordered it. There wasn't a place enter my cc#... But I entered everything else.

[Sher Khan]

+1 on the Mika pocket holsters. I have two, for an SP101 and an LCP. They conceal nicely, and also are easy for re-holstering safely. He is also very responsive and quick on deliveries.

[PAcanis]

Send him an email, he'll get back to you fairly quickly that way too. I carry a P-11 in a minimal clip at 12:30-1:00, I work a desk job and don't have any discomfort at all. I also had him lower it until the grip barely touches the belt line. Great holster at a great price.

What is fairly quickly? Relative to what?

Gottabkiddin, have you ordered yours yet?

I filled out the online form Friday night and it said something about getting back to me with a quote. No idea what that meant, since the price was on the website. I heard nothing, so sent an email early yesterday morning. Still waiting on that reply, too. Can someone here who has a Sideguard holster tell me how long the ordering process takes? Does the company send a confirmation?

[RichardLC]

I also originally contacted him on a Friday night, I received a reply on the following Monday (I wasn't expecting a reply during the weekend), after that it took about a day for each email, we had a pretty long e-conversation because I wanted some custom changes. The ordering process does take a couple of days, he'll email you to let you know what it's going to cost including shipping and to verify he's making exactly what you want. AFAIK it's a one man operation.

[PAcanis]

Thanks for the info, Richard. I've never ordered anything that has gone into five days without a reply.
Maybe it will count towards the 6-8 week wait, lol.

[camsdaddy]

I understand your concern. I will say I feel mine was worth the wait. I would suggest calling him.

[gottabkiddin]

What is fairly quickly? Relative to what?

Gottabkiddin, have you ordered yours yet?

I filled out the online form Friday night and it said something about getting back to me with a quote. No idea what that meant, since the price was on the website. I heard nothing, so sent an email early yesterday morning. Still waiting on that reply, too. Can someone here who has a Sideguard holster tell me how long the ordering process takes? Does the company send a confirmation?

No not yet. I'll probably get around to it in the next week or so though.

[kbizzle]

hey guys,

i've ordered twice with side guard holsters and used the website form both times. after a day or possibly a few days, he responded with a paypal invoice and i logged in and paid for the holster. i also specified a few custom features (low riding in the belt and a 15 degree cant). it took about 7 weeks to arrive but it well worth the wait (and i hate waiting)! erik is a stand up guy and does great work. i've noticed that it usually does take a day or two for him to respond.

also, yes, those are the boot grips. i got the model with boot grips and XS big dot sight. i love both the grips and big dot sight!

[PAcanis]

It's all good. Family emergency I was told. He answered my second email today and my holster is ordered!
Gonna be a long wait... darn near Spring...

[gottabkiddin]

It's all good. Family emergency I was told. He answered my second email today and my holster is ordered!
Gonna be a long wait... darn near Spring...

"SPRING" Way to long for me... I'll keep shopping for a similar holster with a shorter lead time..

[PAcanis]

I hear ya. 6 weeks is a long time, but I figure I've had the snub this long before I even decided to look, so some of that is my fault.

[MNBurl]

"SPRING" Way to long for me... I'll keep shopping for a similar holster with a shorter lead time..

I do have 150+ holsters already made in stock if your looking for something less custom I might have something for you.

[Camjr]

I've used a Mika round cut for my 642 since early 2008. It splits time with a Nemesis holster (based on the pocket-shape of whatever pants I'm wearing that day. The Mika is fantastic.

Cheers!