Milt Sparks VMII and Sig P239

gimpy · October 22nd, 2006, 07:21 PM

Does anyone here use a Milt Sparks VMII holster for their Sig P239?

If so, can you tell me whether the holster has a tab that extends upward far enough to keep the rear sight from digging into your side? I currently use a High Noon IWB, but whenever I sit down the rear sight really digs into my "spare tire." I ordered a VMII three months ago before I realized what was causing my problem. I suppose I could go on a crash diet to get rid of the spare tire, but it would be easier if I knew the holster will accomodate my need for a little extra in the way of less tire wear.

LTPhoon · October 22nd, 2006, 11:07 PM

Try this link: http://www.miltsparks.com/ and give him a call and ask him where your order is on his production schedule. It may not be too late to ask him to add a "slide guard" to your holster. It can't hurt to ask.

gimpy · October 23rd, 2006, 12:23 PM

LTPhoon,
Great suggestion. I gave them a call this morning and Marty, the salesman who took my original order, said that the VMII is designed with an extension that covers the entire slide of whatever gun the holster is made for. He said that many of their customers are afflicted with the dreaded "spare tire" and, so far, no complaints about tire wear have been received.

comet66 · October 23rd, 2006, 01:09 PM

I have used the VMII for about 4 years now, with a PT111, and a KP95DC, and find it to be a very comfortable holster, with both sizes of pistol. In spite of my spare tire. I think you will love it.

gimpy · October 23rd, 2006, 01:23 PM

comet66,
Thanks for sharing your positive experience with the holster. I am looking forward to receiving mine around the end of December.

rstickle · October 23rd, 2006, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gimpy

Does anyone here use a Milt Sparks VMII holster for their Sig P239?

If so, can you tell me whether the holster has a tab that extends upward far enough to keep the rear sight from digging into your side?

The tab on mine comes up, and looking from the back side I can actually still see the top of the rear sight over the tab. Having said that, I can't remember ever having any problem.

Rick

Thumper · October 23rd, 2006, 04:47 PM

I too have a few VMII's and I recomend them so much it borders on being obnoxious!

It's the only IWB holster I use, I had one with my P-229 before I joined the "Dark Side"and it was great! I think you'll like it for the P-239.

AnimalKracker · October 23rd, 2006, 08:04 PM

I have to agree with everyone here that the VM II is one of the best IWB holsters going. I got mine from LAS and they were great to deal with.

s20055 · October 27th, 2006, 01:53 AM

I have the Sig P239 as my personal carry weapon and also use the Milt Sparks VMII Holster for it. You will love this holster!! I can wear it all day with no discomfort at all. My personal preference is to use the kydex clips with a belt over the top, but I used them so often that they eventually snapped. The kydex clips virtually eliminate any shifting of the holster. I am going to buy some replacement clips soon.

October 22nd, 2006, 07:21 PM	#1
gimpy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,011	Milt Sparks VMII and Sig P239 Does anyone here use a Milt Sparks VMII holster for their Sig P239? If so, can you tell me whether the holster has a tab that extends upward far enough to keep the rear sight from digging into your side? I currently use a High Noon IWB, but whenever I sit down the rear sight really digs into my "spare tire." I ordered a VMII three months ago before I realized what was causing my problem. I suppose I could go on a crash diet to get rid of the spare tire, but it would be easier if I knew the holster will accomodate my need for a little extra in the way of less tire wear. __________________ "Society never advances. It recedes as fast on one side as it gains on the other. It undergoes continual change; but this change is not [an improvement]. For everything that is given, something is taken." Ralph Waldo Emerson

October 23rd, 2006, 12:23 PM	#3
gimpy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,011	LTPhoon, Great suggestion. I gave them a call this morning and Marty, the salesman who took my original order, said that the VMII is designed with an extension that covers the entire slide of whatever gun the holster is made for. He said that many of their customers are afflicted with the dreaded "spare tire" and, so far, no complaints about tire wear have been received. __________________ "Society never advances. It recedes as fast on one side as it gains on the other. It undergoes continual change; but this change is not [an improvement]. For everything that is given, something is taken." Ralph Waldo Emerson

October 23rd, 2006, 01:23 PM	#5
gimpy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,011	comet66, Thanks for sharing your positive experience with the holster. I am looking forward to receiving mine around the end of December. __________________ "Society never advances. It recedes as fast on one side as it gains on the other. It undergoes continual change; but this change is not [an improvement]. For everything that is given, something is taken." Ralph Waldo Emerson

October 23rd, 2006, 04:47 PM	#7
Thumper VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 5,601	I too have a few VMII's and I recomend them so much it borders on being obnoxious! It's the only IWB holster I use, I had one with my P-229 before I joined the "Dark Side"and it was great! I think you'll like it for the P-239. __________________ USMC 1968-1971 ALWAYS carry! - NEVER tell! *"Don't go to stupid places, with stupid people, and do stupid things!"*

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October 22nd, 2006, 11:07 PM	#2
LTPhoon Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Northeastern U.S. Posts: 244	Try this link: http://www.miltsparks.com/ and give him a call and ask him where your order is on his production schedule. It may not be too late to ask him to add a "slide guard" to your holster. It can't hurt to ask.

October 23rd, 2006, 01:09 PM	#4
comet66 New Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SE MI. Posts: 1	I have used the VMII for about 4 years now, with a PT111, and a KP95DC, and find it to be a very comfortable holster, with both sizes of pistol. In spite of my spare tire. I think you will love it.

October 23rd, 2006, 08:04 PM	#8
AnimalKracker Distinguished Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Eastern Arkansas Posts: 1,382	I have to agree with everyone here that the VM II is one of the best IWB holsters going. I got mine from LAS and they were great to deal with.

October 27th, 2006, 01:53 AM	#9
s20055 New Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Oregon Posts: 1	I have the Sig P239 as my personal carry weapon and also use the Milt Sparks VMII Holster for it. You will love this holster!! I can wear it all day with no discomfort at all. My personal preference is to use the kydex clips with a belt over the top, but I used them so often that they eventually snapped. The kydex clips virtually eliminate any shifting of the holster. I am going to buy some replacement clips soon.