Novice Holster Advice - Page 2

gibson3798 · December 4th, 2007, 09:55 AM

These replys are appreciated and you've cleared things up quite a bit. I really appreciate the time you all took to advise me. It really helps!

Joe70 · December 4th, 2007, 11:04 AM

I have (among others) an XD .40 compact w/3" bbl. I find that a IWB holster doesn't work well for me. Gun feels unstable like trying to stabalize a ball. Gun is too short for that type of carry. (For me).
I'm looking for an OWB , preferably the pancake type to caryy this type auto. Any suggestions?
Joe70

pogo2 · December 4th, 2007, 11:26 AM

I have a USP 40c and when I carry this gun I use a Kramer horsehide belt scabbard holster. This is an OWB holster which holds the gun high and tight. I would recommend it very highly.

Kramer Leather website

S3ymour · December 4th, 2007, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Joe70

I have (among others) an XD .40 compact w/3" bbl. I find that a IWB holster doesn't work well for me. Gun feels unstable like trying to stabalize a ball. Gun is too short for that type of carry. (For me).
I'm looking for an OWB , preferably the pancake type to caryy this type auto. Any suggestions?
Joe70

There are a ton of options for this gun, if you are looking for a decent but inexpensive holster look for a don hume open top. If you want to spend a bit more, I would look at UBG holster, KDleather, or any of the other aforementioned holster makers. If you take a look at the stickies in this forum, there is a "Mega Holsters list" that you can really get some great stuff from. The best way is to email the makers and see what they offer for your gun, what the wait time is and what their pricing is like, then make a choice.

SailorWatson · December 4th, 2007, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by semperfi.45

Friends don't let friends wear fanny packs. Just say no!

Although I agree with most of your post here, I do disagree with your comment on fanny packs. IMHO, here in Michigan in the summer, I find a fanny pack an ideal way to carry, especially since I do not have a desire to deep conceal in the front of my pants. I do believe that the fanny pack type of carry is a regional thing. In areas where there are a lot of tourists, a fanny pack is not as noticable, and does not scream "GUN".
Again, just MHO.

December 4th, 2007, 11:04 AM	#12
Joe70 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Ctrl. NY Posts: 84	Concealed carry holsters I have (among others) an XD .40 compact w/3" bbl. I find that a IWB holster doesn't work well for me. Gun feels unstable like trying to stabalize a ball. Gun is too short for that type of carry. (For me). I'm looking for an OWB , preferably the pancake type to caryy this type auto. Any suggestions? Joe70 Last edited by Joe70; December 4th, 2007 at 11:06 AM.. Reason: spelling

December 4th, 2007, 11:26 AM	#13
pogo2 VIP Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Southwest Posts: 2,279	Suggested holster for USP 40c I have a USP 40c and when I carry this gun I use a Kramer horsehide belt scabbard holster. This is an OWB holster which holds the gun high and tight. I would recommend it very highly. Kramer Leather website __________________ Firearms are second only to the Constitution in importance; they are the Peoples' Liberty's Teeth." - George Washington

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December 4th, 2007, 09:55 AM	#11
gibson3798 Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: TN Posts: 25	These replys are appreciated and you've cleared things up quite a bit. I really appreciate the time you all took to advise me. It really helps!