Holster recommendation, M&P40c

Moga · June 27th, 2008, 01:41 PM

I need an off the shelf holster for a 40c to use while I wait for a custom leather order to be filled. I require a leather, open top OWB, FBI cant, 1.5" slots. I also prefer a rig that lends itself to concealed carry, so duty holsters are excluded. Can anyone make a suggestion? I'm having more difficulties finding leather for this gun than I expected.

I would very much like something similar to the DeSantis Check Mate. Similar in that a holster have just enough leather to cover the muzzle. Color is not important, as long as its tan, brown, or black.

Oh yeah. My other requirement is the cost is around or under $75. Thanks for any suggestions.

HowardCohodas · June 27th, 2008, 01:55 PM

Post this question on the M&P forum site. I think you'll also get some good answers there. The #1 Compact, Full Size, and Modified M&P Pistol Source :: MP-Pistol.com

Moga · June 27th, 2008, 03:44 PM

Nothing so far from M&P forum.

No one here carries one of these little buggers OWB?

Pistology · June 27th, 2008, 04:54 PM

Comp-Tac "belt holster" is in the mail to me. Review to follow.

It's a neutral cant.
I considered the Disantis Viper for five dollars more than your preferred upper limit. I want to avoid the "FBI", muzzle-rearward cant.
You say "a holster have just enough leather to cover the muzzle", but you will probably go with trigger cover. The instructor of my HCP class gave some primary considerations for a holster including accessability but also retention, concealablity, comfort, and maybe others I'm not remembering right now. But I consider retention a priority.

slimjim · June 27th, 2008, 10:21 PM

Heads up...for sale on SigForum, a Comp-Tac Paddle w/ FBI cant
for $35 shipped

WTS: M&P 9 Compact Comp-Tac Holster-OWB Paddle & M&P Small Parts - Topic Powered by eve community

southbound · June 27th, 2008, 11:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slimjim

Heads up...for sale on SigForum, a Comp-Tac Paddle w/ FBI cant
for $35 shipped

WTS: M&P 9 Compact Comp-Tac Holster-OWB Paddle & M&P Small Parts - Topic Powered by eve community

Thats a deal... Wish I had a M&P

LenS · June 27th, 2008, 11:42 PM

I was in a MA shop yesterday that had a bunch of M&P Compact holsters. Speed Scabbard, Serpa, etc. even some for Lefties. The shop owner is a Lefty and carries an M&P 45 Midsize, so he's partial to that line of firearms.

Prices were well below your threshold.

First Defense Firearms
6 No. Main St, Ste. 202B
Uxbridge, MA 01569
(508) 278-6844
First Defense Firearms

They are very nice folks and might be willing to ship something if you need it. Tell them that Len sent you.

GingerKid · June 29th, 2008, 06:03 PM

I don't have an 'FBI' cant, but the Rosen upper limit fits the bill nicely for me. He only runs about 3 weeks turnaround, but you never know, he may have a holster for your needs in stock. Give Mitch a call...

Pistology · June 30th, 2008, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GingerKid

I don't have an 'FBI' cant, but the Rosen upper limit fits the bill nicely for me....

GingerKid, Do you wear at 4 o'clock? Does the Rosen keep the handle grip next to you (without jutting) for good concealability?

All, I said I'd review the Comp-Tac Belt Holster. I have to say that I'm disappointed

Retention is great with the kydex holster and hex key. I like that and met that priority with the holster. But the Comp-Tac site says that the holster is IDPA-legal although I can see light through the belt loops, and that isn't IDPA-legal according to their rule book. It also isn't functional for concealability. At 4 o'clock, the grip sticks out my slim back like a rifle stock.
I'm sure that Comp-Tac is a great company. And I'm keeping the belt and the mag pouches. Customer service is friendly and open. But I'll recoup my losses on the holster for a Rosen or DiSantis or ....

TwinCarry · July 1st, 2008, 05:02 PM

+1 on Mitch Rosen UPL holster. This holster in my opinion is perfect for subcompact guns!!! Because it's a straight drop holster a subcompact with it's short grip is ideal.

Here's a picture of mine with a full size HK P2000. I just purchased the subcompact version the P2000SK, which I'll be using with this holster. Haven't had a chance to take pictures yet.

Good Luck!!

June 27th, 2008, 01:55 PM	#2
HowardCohodas Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Canton, OH Posts: 850	Post this question on the M&P forum site. I think you'll also get some good answers there. The #1 Compact, Full Size, and Modified M&P Pistol Source :: MP-Pistol.com __________________ Howard *I carry a gun because I can't carry a cop!!*

June 27th, 2008, 03:44 PM	#3
Moga Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Atlanta Posts: 286	Nothing so far from M&P forum. No one here carries one of these little buggers OWB? __________________ Dont believe OBAMA: http://www.nraila.org/OBAMA/ They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. -Benjamin Franklin, 1759. Proud Member of GeorgiaCarry.Org

June 27th, 2008, 04:54 PM	#4
Pistology Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 226	Comp-Tac "belt holster" is in the mail to me. Review to follow. It's a neutral cant. I considered the Disantis Viper for five dollars more than your preferred upper limit. I want to avoid the "FBI", muzzle-rearward cant. You say "a holster have just enough leather to cover the muzzle", but you will probably go with trigger cover. The instructor of my HCP class gave some primary considerations for a holster including accessability but also retention, concealablity, comfort, and maybe others I'm not remembering right now. But I consider retention a priority. __________________ We do not celebrate the death of our enemies. - Yitzhak Rabin Last edited by Pistology; June 27th, 2008 at 05:21 PM.. Reason: addition

June 27th, 2008, 10:21 PM	#5
slimjim Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 633	Heads up...for sale on SigForum, a Comp-Tac Paddle w/ FBI cant for $35 shipped WTS: M&P 9 Compact Comp-Tac Holster-OWB Paddle & M&P Small Parts - Topic Powered by eve community __________________ A fear of weapons is a sign of retarded sexual and emotional maturity. -- Sigmund Freud

June 29th, 2008, 06:03 PM	#8
GingerKid Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Atlanta, Georgia Posts: 204	I don't have an 'FBI' cant, but the Rosen upper limit fits the bill nicely for me. He only runs about 3 weeks turnaround, but you never know, he may have a holster for your needs in stock. Give Mitch a call... __________________ --------------------------------------- www.GeorgiaCarry.org Member ---------------------------------------

June 27th, 2008, 01:41 PM	#1
Moga Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Atlanta Posts: 286	Holster recommendation, M&P40c I need an off the shelf holster for a 40c to use while I wait for a custom leather order to be filled. I require a leather, open top OWB, FBI cant, 1.5" slots. I also prefer a rig that lends itself to concealed carry, so duty holsters are excluded. Can anyone make a suggestion? I'm having more difficulties finding leather for this gun than I expected. I would very much like something similar to the DeSantis Check Mate. Similar in that a holster have just enough leather to cover the muzzle. Color is not important, as long as its tan, brown, or black. Oh yeah. My other requirement is the cost is around or under $75. Thanks for any suggestions. __________________ Dont believe OBAMA: http://www.nraila.org/OBAMA/ They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. -Benjamin Franklin, 1759. Proud Member of GeorgiaCarry.Org

June 27th, 2008, 11:42 PM	#7
LenS Distinguished Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: US Posts: 1,364	I was in a MA shop yesterday that had a bunch of M&P Compact holsters. Speed Scabbard, Serpa, etc. even some for Lefties. The shop owner is a Lefty and carries an M&P 45 Midsize, so he's partial to that line of firearms. Prices were well below your threshold. First Defense Firearms 6 No. Main St, Ste. 202B Uxbridge, MA 01569 (508) 278-6844 First Defense Firearms They are very nice folks and might be willing to ship something if you need it. Tell them that Len sent you.

July 1st, 2008, 05:02 PM	#10
TwinCarry Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 341	+1 on Mitch Rosen UPL holster. This holster in my opinion is perfect for subcompact guns!!! Because it's a straight drop holster a subcompact with it's short grip is ideal. Here's a picture of mine with a full size HK P2000. I just purchased the subcompact version the P2000SK, which I'll be using with this holster. Haven't had a chance to take pictures yet. Good Luck!! __________________ SA EMP ~ Sig P232s ~ Walther PP ~ Makarov ~ S&W 442 ~ Ruger LCP HK USP Compact ~ HK P2000sk ~ RIA Tactical ~ FN Hi-Power ~ Sig GSR C3 Last edited by TwinCarry; July 1st, 2008 at 05:03 PM.. Reason: typo

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