Best J-Frame Pocket Holster?? - Page 2

zero · May 9th, 2008, 12:44 AM

+ (whatever the number is now) on Mika

I got the Mika out this morning for the first time this year to carry my 442.

Carried with it most of last year and believe it has to be the easiest way during warm weather. It is well designed, very affordable and not noticeable (especially in cargo shorts).

dawgfvr · May 9th, 2008, 01:08 AM

My 642 is my most carried weapon...and it resides in a Mika.

The holster stays in your pocket and the weapon presents faster out of this holster than any I've ever used.

Rotorflyr · May 9th, 2008, 03:17 AM

I don't pocket carry my J-frame, but if I were going to it'd ride in a Mika.....

mhiggi02 · May 9th, 2008, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zero

+ (whatever the number is now) on Mika

I got the Mika out this morning for the first time this year to carry my 442.

Carried with it most of last year and believe it has to be the easiest way during warm weather. It is well designed, very affordable and not noticeable (especially in cargo shorts).

Thanks everyone. Sounds like the Mika's have a huge following. I've looked on their website and have a question for you aficionados, why have most of you selected the rounded bottom vs. the squared bottom? It seems like the square would do a better job keeping the gun in the upright position?

Thanks again!

randytulsa2 · May 9th, 2008, 09:39 AM

Round cut for most applications (or, at least, in my experience, most of my pants).

Square cut for BIG pockets.

Mika is A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

LenS · May 9th, 2008, 10:02 AM

Mika!

Not so much because it is priced so reasonably, but because it WORKS!!

Bought both the rounded and squared bottom models, so I can use what fits best in either style of pants. Cargo pants work best with pocket carry.

Jaystekan · May 9th, 2008, 11:57 AM

I haven't recieved my Mika yet so I cannot comment on the usefulness or quality of it. I can however speak about their customer service. I e-mailed Mika with a question about the holster at 9:15pm this past Saturday night. When I got online Sunday morning, there was already a reply to my question. I then placed my order Sunday afternoon. Sunday evening I recieved a phone-call that I missed. I checked my voicemail and it was Mika. He kindly thanked me for my order, told me that I would enjoy the holster and that he would send it out as soon as it was completed. He also said that it may not be the prettiest holster out there, but that it was built for speed, comfort and usefulness(or something like that, I can't remeber exactly) Anyway, the wait time is 5-6 weeks. Customer service like that can't be beat. Like I said I personally cannot comment on the actual holster, as I am on the waiting list, but based on the rave reviews on this website, and judging by the personal customer service by Mika, I am sure this will be a great pocket home for my 637, and I look forward to giving this holster rave reviews just like everyone else.

josh · May 9th, 2008, 12:02 PM

RKBA Leather. I've yet to use, or see, a nicer holster. Used a MIKA with a Kahr, but it felt cheap as hell in comparison, yet was around the same cost as the custom leather one. Always stays in the pocket just as designed to. Couldn't say enough good things about the RKBA pocket holsters.

mhiggi02 · May 9th, 2008, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by josh

RKBA Leather. I've yet to use, or see, a nicer holster. Used a MIKA with a Kahr, but it felt cheap as hell in comparison, yet was around the same cost as the custom leather one. Always stays in the pocket just as designed to. Couldn't say enough good things about the RKBA pocket holsters.

2 questions on the RKBA, how thick is the leather? I'm wanting to minimize added bulk as much as possible. Any issues with the draw stroke - does the holster remain in the pocket?

Thanks.

josh · May 9th, 2008, 06:20 PM

It looks like right at 1/8" or less. I had mine made with only one "hook," and I've yet to had it even attempt to come out of my pocket. I usually wear slacks that are fairly tight, or cargo shorts that are fairly baggy, and it never comes out on either. The slacks have pretty tight pockets, and the shorts have some large pockets. When I take the gun/holster out of my pocket I normally have to grab the front of the holster with my ring/middle fingers, and make sure that my index and pinky cover the outer edges so the holster doesn't "hook" into my pocket, and get stuck. If I'm actually drawing I just grab the gun and draw - holster stays put every single time.

On mine the inside of the holster against my leg is rough, and the outer that you saw in the first pic is smooth. Purely for looks. He can make them however you like. I have a different type pocket holster by RKBA that is smooth on both, and always remins in the pocket as intended as well.

May 9th, 2008, 03:17 AM	#13
Rotorflyr Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Among the living Posts: 351	I don't pocket carry my J-frame, but if I were going to it'd ride in a Mika..... __________________ When Guns Are Outlawed, Only Outlaw's will have guns Just remember, when seconds count, help is mere minutes away Also remember when you go to trial by jury, you are putting yourself into the hands of 12 people, who weren't smart enough to get out of jury duty.

May 9th, 2008, 09:39 AM	#15
randytulsa2 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,347	Round cut for most applications (or, at least, in my experience, most of my pants). Square cut for BIG pockets. Mika is A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ __________________ "...bad decisions that turn out well often make heroes." Gary D. Mitchell, A Sniper's Journey: The Truth About the Man and the Rifle, P. 103, NAL Caliber books, 2006, 1st Ed.

May 9th, 2008, 11:57 AM	#17
Jaystekan Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NC Posts: 297	I haven't recieved my Mika yet so I cannot comment on the usefulness or quality of it. I can however speak about their customer service. I e-mailed Mika with a question about the holster at 9:15pm this past Saturday night. When I got online Sunday morning, there was already a reply to my question. I then placed my order Sunday afternoon. Sunday evening I recieved a phone-call that I missed. I checked my voicemail and it was Mika. He kindly thanked me for my order, told me that I would enjoy the holster and that he would send it out as soon as it was completed. He also said that it may not be the prettiest holster out there, but that it was built for speed, comfort and usefulness(or something like that, I can't remeber exactly) Anyway, the wait time is 5-6 weeks. Customer service like that can't be beat. Like I said I personally cannot comment on the actual holster, as I am on the waiting list, but based on the rave reviews on this website, and judging by the personal customer service by Mika, I am sure this will be a great pocket home for my 637, and I look forward to giving this holster rave reviews just like everyone else. __________________ The pen is mightier than the sword — unless you are in a swordfight!

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May 9th, 2008, 12:44 AM	#11
zero Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: new mexico Posts: 427	+ (whatever the number is now) on Mika I got the Mika out this morning for the first time this year to carry my 442. Carried with it most of last year and believe it has to be the easiest way during warm weather. It is well designed, very affordable and not noticeable (especially in cargo shorts).

May 9th, 2008, 01:08 AM	#12
dawgfvr Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 165	My 642 is my most carried weapon...and it resides in a Mika. The holster stays in your pocket and the weapon presents faster out of this holster than any I've ever used.

May 9th, 2008, 10:02 AM	#16
LenS Distinguished Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: US Posts: 1,282	Mika! Not so much because it is priced so reasonably, but because it WORKS!! Bought both the rounded and squared bottom models, so I can use what fits best in either style of pants. Cargo pants work best with pocket carry.

May 9th, 2008, 12:02 PM	#18
josh Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hanahan, SC Posts: 51	RKBA Leather. I've yet to use, or see, a nicer holster. Used a MIKA with a Kahr, but it felt cheap as hell in comparison, yet was around the same cost as the custom leather one. Always stays in the pocket just as designed to. Couldn't say enough good things about the RKBA pocket holsters.

May 9th, 2008, 06:20 PM	#20
josh Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hanahan, SC Posts: 51	It looks like right at 1/8" or less. I had mine made with only one "hook," and I've yet to had it even attempt to come out of my pocket. I usually wear slacks that are fairly tight, or cargo shorts that are fairly baggy, and it never comes out on either. The slacks have pretty tight pockets, and the shorts have some large pockets. When I take the gun/holster out of my pocket I normally have to grab the front of the holster with my ring/middle fingers, and make sure that my index and pinky cover the outer edges so the holster doesn't "hook" into my pocket, and get stuck. If I'm actually drawing I just grab the gun and draw - holster stays put every single time. On mine the inside of the holster against my leg is rough, and the outer that you saw in the first pic is smooth. Purely for looks. He can make them however you like. I have a different type pocket holster by RKBA that is smooth on both, and always remins in the pocket as intended as well.