domlicious

guys,

i just got my new carry gun, a Kahr PM9, with a synthetic material based, "in the pants", thumb-break holster. I feel good about the thumb break as it ensures that the gun is secure and the trigger is protected, as there is no safety on the gun.

My question is, what's your opinion on the thumb break? Maybe i need to practice more but i'm finding that the thumb break greatly slows my draw time and, well, what's the point of carrying if you can't quickly and effectively retrieve it in a time of need.

any tips would be most welcome!

thanks

Domenic

Pete

Two points.

The Kahr is DAO so it has an inherent safety, you have to pull the trigger not just touch it.

Secondly, what holster?
The Bianchi holsters similar to the ones you describe are opened by pushing the thumbstrap down as you grab for the gun, it's a very efficient action.

QKShooter

You need to spring for a better holster that is fitted specifically to your firearm and then it will be very secure for carry...even without a retention strap.

And you sure did hit the nail right on the head with your question:

"what's the point of carrying if you can't quickly and effectively retrieve it in a time of need."

Exactly correct.
So start holster shopping and that (plus some practice drawing) will completely solve your problem.

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Roadrunner

No need to have a thumb break on a concealed weapon holster IMO. If it's not visible, no one should be grabbing for it, and if it's fit properly, it won't just fall out and the trigger will be covered so it won't go off unless you want it to.

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QKShooter

Roadrunner has it covered.
Perfectly worded.

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Ben Hennessy

I will not wear a holster with a thumb break. In an emergency I do not want this to hender my draw. And in normal day wear since I'm not doing sommersaults, I'm not worry about my weapon slipping out of my holster.

kentuckycarry

As stated. Get a custom holster , you'll be glad you did.

Thumper

Yup! Like already said, lose the thumb break!

You have a nice gun, do yourself a favor and get a nice holster. You'll enjoy both a lot more!

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Cupcake

Meep Meep! (Thats me agreeing with roadrunner, and QKS). I use a crossbreed supertuck and dont worry a bit about my gun coming dislodged.

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falcon1

I only use a thumb-break holster for field carry, not concealed carry. I too would get a well-fitted holster and not worry about it further. Good luck with whatever you decide!