S&W J frame holster suggestions

Hoozyerdaddy · March 7th, 2008, 12:33 AM

I just picked up a S&W 642 J frame today for 375 new in Box

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Now comes the hard part I need a decent couple of holsters for the new member to my CCW family.

1 I want a decent pocket holster first off it's getting warm and I mostly wear square pocket blue jeans. It'll have to hold up well against sweat also it gets hot here in southern KY.

2 I'd like a decent IWB (but would be open to trying OWB with a good holster) something on the minimalist side would probly be best but as always I'm open to your input. I believe when in doubt ask the pros method to new things. Thanks in advance.

josh · March 7th, 2008, 12:44 AM

I got my leather pocket holster for my S&W 442 from a guy on here. He owns RKBAleather.com He custom made mine to my specifications, and had it to me in 2-3 days. I have two from him, but this one if my favorite:

EW3 · March 7th, 2008, 01:17 AM

The DeSantis Nemesis works well for my S&W 442. Keep in mind this isn't going to work with tighter type jeans, but is OK with looser fitting jeans and khakis.

Condition Plaid · March 7th, 2008, 01:18 AM

Concealco IWB

I have a 340PD in it now, but it used to be home to a 640. Love the holster.

LastManOut · March 7th, 2008, 05:58 AM

I've settled on two holster for my 642CT over as many years. A K&D Cochise Defender IWB and a SmartCarry for NPE. The SmartCarry is more my everyday, around the house holster.

Oh and BTW, I use Bianchi Speedstrips with 5 rounds each, but I'm working with a convenient carry method for Safariland speedloaders.

Fast Cloud · March 7th, 2008, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by LastManOut

but I'm working with a convenient carry method for Safariland speedloaders.

I'd like to see what you come up with...I'd like to carry 2 of them, but it's proving difficult.

ctr · March 7th, 2008, 08:30 AM

I use a Safariland pocket holster for my j-frame. Basic, fits well, stays in the pocket. Except for the winter months, I gave up on speedloaders. 2 speed strips.

GingerKid · March 7th, 2008, 09:01 AM

Don't get me wrong, I love the nice custom leather.... but for my little 642 the el cheapo Uncle Mikes IWB is so perfect for a quick clip on. Can be had easily and cheap. The cushion material is nice up against your body.

bluelineman · March 7th, 2008, 10:44 AM

My Desantis Nemesis has been recently replaced with a Mika's pocket holster. They have round or square bottom available. Mine is round. I think it is stickier than the Nemesis, also doesn't print as much.

Here's a pic from his website of the round bottom holster.

Mika's Pocket Holsters

roadsiderob · March 7th, 2008, 10:59 AM

I use an Uncle Mikes IWB with the belt clip cut off as a pocket holster. It's inexpensive, works well, and is comfortable.

March 7th, 2008, 12:33 AM	#1
Hoozyerdaddy Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Kentucky Posts: 139	S&W J frame holster suggestions I just picked up a S&W 642 J frame today for 375 new in Box. Now comes the hard part I need a decent couple of holsters for the new member to my CCW family. 1 I want a decent pocket holster first off it's getting warm and I mostly wear square pocket blue jeans. It'll have to hold up well against sweat also it gets hot here in southern KY. 2 I'd like a decent IWB (but would be open to trying OWB with a good holster) something on the minimalist side would probly be best but as always I'm open to your input. I believe when in doubt ask the pros method to new things. Thanks in advance. __________________ "Fear is nothing more than an emotional response to the perception of danger coupled with the belief that I can't handle it." "If you change that belief to 'I can handle it', you'll no longer experience FEAR. You'll simply see what you are facing is a challenge... an opportunity to test yourself.

March 7th, 2008, 01:17 AM	#3
EW3 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 930	The DeSantis Nemesis works well for my S&W 442. Keep in mind this isn't going to work with tighter type jeans, but is OK with looser fitting jeans and khakis. __________________ "Naked and Starving as They are We Cannot Enough Admire the Incomparable Patience and Fidelity of the Soldiery" – George Washington, Valley Forge, 1777.

March 7th, 2008, 01:18 AM	#4
Condition Plaid Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 70	Concealco IWB I have a 340PD in it now, but it used to be home to a 640. Love the holster. __________________ For information on getting your CCW License in California please visit CalCCW.

March 7th, 2008, 10:44 AM	#9
bluelineman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 854	My Desantis Nemesis has been recently replaced with a Mika's pocket holster. They have round or square bottom available. Mine is round. I think it is stickier than the Nemesis, also doesn't print as much. Here's a pic from his website of the round bottom holster. Mika's Pocket Holsters __________________ Support the Wounded Troops Medal of Honor Recipients, Iraq

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March 7th, 2008, 12:44 AM	#2
josh Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Daniel Island, SC Posts: 53	I got my leather pocket holster for my S&W 442 from a guy on here. He owns RKBAleather.com He custom made mine to my specifications, and had it to me in 2-3 days. I have two from him, but this one if my favorite:

March 7th, 2008, 05:58 AM	#5
LastManOut Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Emmaus, PA Posts: 419	I've settled on two holster for my 642CT over as many years. A K&D Cochise Defender IWB and a SmartCarry for NPE. The SmartCarry is more my everyday, around the house holster. Oh and BTW, I use Bianchi Speedstrips with 5 rounds each, but I'm working with a convenient carry method for Safariland speedloaders.

March 7th, 2008, 08:30 AM	#7
ctr Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 478	I use a Safariland pocket holster for my j-frame. Basic, fits well, stays in the pocket. Except for the winter months, I gave up on speedloaders. 2 speed strips.

March 7th, 2008, 09:01 AM	#8
GingerKid Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Atlanta, Georgia Posts: 204	Don't get me wrong, I love the nice custom leather.... but for my little 642 the el cheapo Uncle Mikes IWB is so perfect for a quick clip on. Can be had easily and cheap. The cushion material is nice up against your body.

March 7th, 2008, 10:59 AM	#10
roadsiderob Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 158	I use an Uncle Mikes IWB with the belt clip cut off as a pocket holster. It's inexpensive, works well, and is comfortable.