Hip Grips for the snub

semperfi.45 · August 4th, 2007, 08:40 AM

Anyone running the Barami Hip Grips on their snub? I am interested in opinions on why or why not you have them, don't want them, got rid of them, etc.

If you do carry them, did you do anything to modify them and why?

AirMech74 · August 4th, 2007, 12:26 PM

I carry a Jframe for my daily carry and I gotta say, i wouldn't use them simply for the fact that i don't like "mexican carry". For me its uncomfortable and I just don't think its safe.

BikerRN · August 4th, 2007, 05:06 PM

I have a pair sitting in a drawer somewhere.

My Brother "Mexican Carried" for years Off-Duty with them. What I don't like about them is that it doesn't hold the weapon as securely as a holster. If you are not going to be running and moving around a lot they work great in the Appendix position.

As far as being "safe", I don't have a problem with a DA Trigger and no holster. I carry my J-Frame in my pocket, a bigger gun on my hip. They are a "niche" item that serves a specific purpose. If they suit your purpose then they are great.

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Greasy Gus · August 4th, 2007, 06:56 PM

I use 'em on a Taurus 850 2"er. Carried at 4 o'clock with a inelastic belt the firearm is just as secure as in a holster. When properly mounted your belt rides below the grip and above the cylinder providing a secure hold on the firearm. It is not a secure form of carry if you run elastic waistbands or no belt. Another plus is total thickness approaches that of the frame which is significantly less than that of a holster. Never regretted using them.

still442 · August 6th, 2007, 01:37 PM

I bought a set and was very disappointed when I took them out of the package. They're cheap, crappy plastic and they feel (and look) terrible. YMMV, of course, but I can't deal with a fine machine like a Smith & Wesson revolver being paired up with plastic.

ispcapt · August 6th, 2007, 02:52 PM

I prefer the Barami to the Clipdraw. The Clipdraw carries the gun higher and it was constantly trying to work its way out of my pants. The Barami carries lower so the cylinder is actually below the belt. I now have the Barami on my 49 which I use for that quick trip into town or gas station.

LoveLeather · August 6th, 2007, 05:37 PM

I like minimal bulk also...but I also like something between my gun and skin...a DeSantis invisible agent will do the same thing and give you a bit of protection....yo can also get it with a tuckable clip....and it works for a variety of small guns....

August 4th, 2007, 08:40 AM	#1
semperfi.45 VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Over here now! Posts: 3,343	Hip Grips for the snub Anyone running the Barami Hip Grips on their snub? I am interested in opinions on why or why not you have them, don't want them, got rid of them, etc. If you do carry them, did you do anything to modify them and why? __________________ My art is different from yours; it consists not in defeating others, but in not being defeated.

August 4th, 2007, 12:26 PM	#2
AirMech74 Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 341	Ixnay on "mexican carry" I carry a Jframe for my daily carry and I gotta say, i wouldn't use them simply for the fact that i don't like "mexican carry". For me its uncomfortable and I just don't think its safe. __________________ Better to be tried by 12, than carried by 6 Aviation Machinist's Mate USN 93-97 NAF Atsugi, Japan CVW 5 CV62 USS Independence HS-12 Wyverns, VS-21 Fighting Redtails

August 4th, 2007, 05:06 PM	#3
BikerRN VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: State of Discombobulation Posts: 3,777	I have a pair sitting in a drawer somewhere. My Brother "Mexican Carried" for years Off-Duty with them. What I don't like about them is that it doesn't hold the weapon as securely as a holster. If you are not going to be running and moving around a lot they work great in the Appendix position. As far as being "safe", I don't have a problem with a DA Trigger and no holster. I carry my J-Frame in my pocket, a bigger gun on my hip. They are a "niche" item that serves a specific purpose. If they suit your purpose then they are great. Biker __________________ If I knew I was going to get in to a gunfight I most ceratinly wouln't bring a handgun or two, and I don't know any smart person that does.

August 4th, 2007, 06:56 PM	#4
Greasy Gus Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 22	I use 'em on a Taurus 850 2"er. Carried at 4 o'clock with a inelastic belt the firearm is just as secure as in a holster. When properly mounted your belt rides below the grip and above the cylinder providing a secure hold on the firearm. It is not a secure form of carry if you run elastic waistbands or no belt. Another plus is total thickness approaches that of the frame which is significantly less than that of a holster. Never regretted using them. __________________ Signature? What signature.

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August 6th, 2007, 01:37 PM	#5
still442 Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: United States Posts: 27	I bought a set and was very disappointed when I took them out of the package. They're cheap, crappy plastic and they feel (and look) terrible. YMMV, of course, but I can't deal with a fine machine like a Smith & Wesson revolver being paired up with plastic.

August 6th, 2007, 02:52 PM	#6
ispcapt Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: IL Posts: 258	I prefer the Barami to the Clipdraw. The Clipdraw carries the gun higher and it was constantly trying to work its way out of my pants. The Barami carries lower so the cylinder is actually below the belt. I now have the Barami on my 49 which I use for that quick trip into town or gas station.

August 6th, 2007, 05:37 PM	#7
LoveLeather Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: SoCal Posts: 464	I like minimal bulk also...but I also like something between my gun and skin...a DeSantis invisible agent will do the same thing and give you a bit of protection....yo can also get it with a tuckable clip....and it works for a variety of small guns....