Suggestions on IWB holster options for Glock 23

TN_Mike · May 3rd, 2008, 02:22 AM

I am going to buy an IWB holster for my G23. (I am not a big fan of IWB carry but, I want the option)
I am leaning towards a leather IWB holster even though I am a big Kydex guy. The reason for this is that I feel the Kydex IWB rigs probably are not a comfortable as the leather ones.

I will carry at the 4:30 position or so. I have rather boney hips now, not so much a couple of years ago when I was fat but I am now much leaner and I find that my hips do not have much in the way of padding anymore so this is a concern in the comfort department.

I am willing to buy a good holster but my budget I am working with is in the $100 range.

So please, all you IWB guys and girls out there, give me some suggestions.

Also, if possible, I would like to buy a holster that I do not have to wait months for. If there is a good, well made, on the shelf model out there I am more likely to go with it than one I have to order and wait months for it to be fabricated and sent to me.

I anxiously await your suggestions.

brokenbow · May 3rd, 2008, 05:13 AM

I carry my G23 in an MTAC and am very satisfied. It's less than $100 and takes about a week to get.

N-frame Smith · May 3rd, 2008, 07:15 AM

I favor the UBG Canute UBG Holsters

It's very comfortable, reasonably priced at $70, and has a 6-8 week delivery time. If you don't have to have the dual offset loop style, or you're in more of a hurry, Brownells usually has the classic Sparks Summer Special 2 in stock for the G23. Good luck.

Sticks · May 3rd, 2008, 07:23 AM

I am a Crossbreed fan myself, though I do wish they had full barrel coverage.

goldshellback · May 3rd, 2008, 08:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brokenbow

I carry my G23 in an MTAC and am very satisfied. It's less than $100 and takes about a week to get.

+1

I have a CTAC and an MTAC....both GREAT holsters for my G23.
The MTAC sees more wear because of the leather back.....it's just more comfortable in the heat when I'm not wearing an undershirt, but both holsters have a place and I'm using the CTAC with the C or J clips for better concealment when I tuck my shirt in around it. My G23 dissappears in both holsters and I gennerally wear them around 4 or 4:30.

Also, both were ordered at diffrent times and both arrived within two weeks of ordering them......a BIG plus! I got two of thier belts too, very nice.

Ram Rod · May 3rd, 2008, 08:24 AM

Quote:

I am leaning towards a leather IWB holster even though I am a big Kydex guy. The reason for this is that I feel the Kydex IWB rigs probably are not a comfortable as the leather ones.

I carry my G19 or G27 most of the time in this:
Scorpion IWB Holster
They state it's designed for all day comfort. That's a fact in my book. It's more comfortable than my MTac

Shizzlemah · May 3rd, 2008, 11:03 AM

I use a galco USA or UDC every day. The only difference between the UDC and USA is the reinforced opening.

retsupt99 · May 3rd, 2008, 11:12 AM

Check out (see Related Links) Fist holsters, #1A with a cant, clip, and a body protector...
I have no less than 6 of them...easy in/easy out...will not pull off of a belt, very comfortable...moderate price range/$40...5-6 weeks delivery...quality...you won't regret the purchase.

Stay armed...stay safe!

Glock30SF · May 3rd, 2008, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brokenbow

I carry my G23 in an MTAC and am very satisfied. It's less than $100 and takes about a week to get.

Another vote for the Mtac. Carry my 30SF in one and it conceals very well and is comfortable too. Got mine 7 days from order to door.

falcon1 · May 3rd, 2008, 01:59 PM

I have been satisfied with these for both a Glock Model 30 and a Smith & Wesson SW40VE:

Split Decision

If you prefer no cant:

Hidden Ally

Alter Ego

I never tuck mine, but it is nice to have the option, I suppose. I definitely like the J-clip.

I suspect these also would do well if you don't want the tuckable feature:

Bare Asset

Mr Softy

All of these holsters are stocking items, with no waiting. All should be available for the Glock Model 23.

Good luck with whatever you choose!

May 3rd, 2008, 07:15 AM	#3
N-frame Smith Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 272	I favor the UBG Canute UBG Holsters It's very comfortable, reasonably priced at $70, and has a 6-8 week delivery time. If you don't have to have the dual offset loop style, or you're in more of a hurry, Brownells usually has the classic Sparks Summer Special 2 in stock for the G23. Good luck. __________________ "Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!" - Patrick Henry

May 3rd, 2008, 07:23 AM	#4
Sticks Distinguished Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,543	I am a Crossbreed fan myself, though I do wish they had full barrel coverage. __________________ Sticks Curiosity was framed, poor judgment killed the cat A Government is comprised of a body of people notably ungoverned Three can keep a secret if two are dead

May 3rd, 2008, 11:12 AM	#8
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,799	Check out (see Related Links) Fist holsters, #1A with a cant, clip, and a body protector... I have no less than 6 of them...easy in/easy out...will not pull off of a belt, very comfortable...moderate price range/$40...5-6 weeks delivery...quality...you won't regret the purchase. Stay armed...stay safe! __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

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May 3rd, 2008, 02:22 AM	#1
TN_Mike VIP Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: West TN Posts: 7,720	Suggestions on IWB holster options for Glock 23 I am going to buy an IWB holster for my G23. (I am not a big fan of IWB carry but, I want the option) I am leaning towards a leather IWB holster even though I am a big Kydex guy. The reason for this is that I feel the Kydex IWB rigs probably are not a comfortable as the leather ones. I will carry at the 4:30 position or so. I have rather boney hips now, not so much a couple of years ago when I was fat but I am now much leaner and I find that my hips do not have much in the way of padding anymore so this is a concern in the comfort department. I am willing to buy a good holster but my budget I am working with is in the $100 range. So please, all you IWB guys and girls out there, give me some suggestions. Also, if possible, I would like to buy a holster that I do not have to wait months for. If there is a good, well made, on the shelf model out there I am more likely to go with it than one I have to order and wait months for it to be fabricated and sent to me. I anxiously await your suggestions. __________________ A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have. -Barry Goldwater 1968

May 3rd, 2008, 05:13 AM	#2
brokenbow Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: oklahoma Posts: 15	I carry my G23 in an MTAC and am very satisfied. It's less than $100 and takes about a week to get.

May 3rd, 2008, 11:03 AM	#7
Shizzlemah Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Maine Posts: 724	I use a galco USA or UDC every day. The only difference between the UDC and USA is the reinforced opening.

May 3rd, 2008, 01:59 PM	#10
falcon1 VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 5,807	I have been satisfied with these for both a Glock Model 30 and a Smith & Wesson SW40VE: Split Decision If you prefer no cant: Hidden Ally Alter Ego I never tuck mine, but it is nice to have the option, I suppose. I definitely like the J-clip. I suspect these also would do well if you don't want the tuckable feature: Bare Asset Mr Softy All of these holsters are stocking items, with no waiting. All should be available for the Glock Model 23. Good luck with whatever you choose!