Opinions: Kahr PM9 IWB and pocket holsters

bklynboy · February 3rd, 2009, 07:03 PM

I still have not carried my new PM9 becuase I have nothing to carry it in. I could use some opinions because all of my carry experience is with OWB.

After reading reviews, I was thinking of a Sideguard IWB (I've PM'ed and emailed Eric and am waiting to hear back - I guess the holster makers are busy with all of the recent gun purchases :-) I like the single clip offset designs with the clip on the tail since it seems that it would provide the slimest package with easy on/off. Any thoughts on whether or not this will be sufficiently stable or whether I should go for a two clip design?

For pocket carry I was thinking of a FIST pocket holster (I like the idea of the thumb push off). Any thought on Kydex over leather? It seems that leather would be most comfortable for a pocket holster but that the trade off is that it would be thicker than kydex

sixball · February 3rd, 2009, 08:27 PM

Little Bear Custom Holsters IWB Dave made me one and its getting a lot of use. I like it and Dave was very good to work with.
DeSantis Nemesis pocket carry.
I think Dave has added horse hid since he made mine.

andersmg · February 3rd, 2009, 08:57 PM

I carry mine often in the desantis nemesis pocket holster, also Iwb with the don hume kahr has on their site for like $25.

user · February 3rd, 2009, 09:00 PM

I've got a pretty good horsehide pocket holster from Galco, but there's one jacket that has pockets I can carry it in and pull the PM9 out of easily. And light as it is, and with extra magazines on the other side, it's still weighted down too much on one side. I've decided I don't like pocket holsters.

My favorites are the Galco UDC or USA IWB holsters. They're about the same, but one of them has a steel band in the top to keep it open for reholstering. I also like the "stinger" model belt holster. Pretty inconspicuous.

I also got an IWB "ambicover" from Shado.com, but it's too bulky and I seldom use it. Also, because it's usable on either side, both sides of the holster have screw holes in the top that dig into my skin.

sixball · February 3rd, 2009, 09:50 PM

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Little Bear

Gunney · February 3rd, 2009, 10:27 PM

I carried my PM9 in a Wild Bill's pocket holster when I first got it and then went back to carrying my Taurus M85 Ti. I found that the Taurus was quicker out of the pocket than was the PM9 and seem to me to print less. Also it is amazing the difference that 4 ozs make. I currently carry the PM9 in a IWB that Jim Speidal (The Beltman) made for me.

PackerBackerToo · February 3rd, 2009, 10:41 PM

I carry my PM9 in a Nemesis most of the time. Works well in anything with pockets. I also have a MaxCon V that I wear with Dockers and dress pants.

alnitak · February 4th, 2009, 12:59 AM

You might want to check out this related thread as well.

http://glocktalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=988581

I also recommend Little Bear Holsters. Dave created a custom IWB and mag holder for me in elephant skin. Turned out really nice! He also spent time with me going over designs, materials, etc. Very positive experience, and I got a custom holster in two weeks. Give Dave a call.

Here's a picture of my Little Bear Holster:

Part of the design requirements were an offset clip to minimize thickness, tuckable, room to grab the grip completely and the ability to adjust the cant. The clip is replacable, if you prefer the standard clip (as shown on the mag holder) or a velcro clip (my intent as soon as I get an appropriate belt).

I rotated the clip on the mag holder so you can see that Dave even put the elephant on that! Very nice work.

OhShoot · February 4th, 2009, 03:27 AM

When I carry my PM9 it's usually in pocket with this StellarRigs holster:

But this D.M. Bullard IWB holster is super comfy and concealable also:

bklynboy · February 4th, 2009, 09:29 AM

Thanks guys, some great advice and options here for me to investigate. I went through 4 OWB holsters before finally settling on a Mitch Rosen. I have a feeling I need to experiment a bit with the IWB and pocket holsters too.

February 3rd, 2009, 07:03 PM	#1
bklynboy Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: VA Posts: 87	Opinions: Kahr PM9 IWB and pocket holsters I still have not carried my new PM9 becuase I have nothing to carry it in. I could use some opinions because all of my carry experience is with OWB. After reading reviews, I was thinking of a Sideguard IWB (I've PM'ed and emailed Eric and am waiting to hear back - I guess the holster makers are busy with all of the recent gun purchases :-) I like the single clip offset designs with the clip on the tail since it seems that it would provide the slimest package with easy on/off. Any thoughts on whether or not this will be sufficiently stable or whether I should go for a two clip design? For pocket carry I was thinking of a FIST pocket holster (I like the idea of the thumb push off). Any thought on Kydex over leather? It seems that leather would be most comfortable for a pocket holster but that the trade off is that it would be thicker than kydex

February 3rd, 2009, 09:00 PM	#4
user Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Northern Piedmont of Va. & Middle of Nowhere, W.Va. Posts: 317	I've got a pretty good horsehide pocket holster from Galco, but there's one jacket that has pockets I can carry it in and pull the PM9 out of easily. And light as it is, and with extra magazines on the other side, it's still weighted down too much on one side. I've decided I don't like pocket holsters. My favorites are the Galco UDC or USA IWB holsters. They're about the same, but one of them has a steel band in the top to keep it open for reholstering. I also like the "stinger" model belt holster. Pretty inconspicuous. I also got an IWB "ambicover" from Shado.com, but it's too bulky and I seldom use it. Also, because it's usable on either side, both sides of the holster have screw holes in the top that dig into my skin. __________________ WWW.VirginiaLegalDefense.com

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February 3rd, 2009, 08:27 PM	#2
sixball Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 79	Little Bear Custom Holsters IWB Dave made me one and its getting a lot of use. I like it and Dave was very good to work with. DeSantis Nemesis pocket carry. I think Dave has added horse hid since he made mine.

February 3rd, 2009, 08:57 PM	#3
andersmg Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Dyersburg, TN Posts: 60	I carry mine often in the desantis nemesis pocket holster, also Iwb with the don hume kahr has on their site for like $25.

February 3rd, 2009, 09:50 PM	#5
sixball Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 79	IMG_2801.jpg Little Bear

February 3rd, 2009, 10:27 PM	#6
Gunney Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Raleigh Posts: 133	I carried my PM9 in a Wild Bill's pocket holster when I first got it and then went back to carrying my Taurus M85 Ti. I found that the Taurus was quicker out of the pocket than was the PM9 and seem to me to print less. Also it is amazing the difference that 4 ozs make. I currently carry the PM9 in a IWB that Jim Speidal (The Beltman) made for me.

February 3rd, 2009, 10:41 PM	#7
PackerBackerToo Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 262	I carry my PM9 in a Nemesis most of the time. Works well in anything with pockets. I also have a MaxCon V that I wear with Dockers and dress pants.

February 4th, 2009, 12:59 AM	#8
alnitak Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 258	You might want to check out this related thread as well. http://glocktalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=988581 I also recommend Little Bear Holsters. Dave created a custom IWB and mag holder for me in elephant skin. Turned out really nice! He also spent time with me going over designs, materials, etc. Very positive experience, and I got a custom holster in two weeks. Give Dave a call. Here's a picture of my Little Bear Holster: Part of the design requirements were an offset clip to minimize thickness, tuckable, room to grab the grip completely and the ability to adjust the cant. The clip is replacable, if you prefer the standard clip (as shown on the mag holder) or a velcro clip (my intent as soon as I get an appropriate belt). I rotated the clip on the mag holder so you can see that Dave even put the elephant on that! Very nice work.

February 4th, 2009, 03:27 AM	#9
OhShoot Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: TN Posts: 439	When I carry my PM9 it's usually in pocket with this StellarRigs holster: But this D.M. Bullard IWB holster is super comfy and concealable also:

February 4th, 2009, 09:29 AM	#10
bklynboy Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: VA Posts: 87	Thanks guys, some great advice and options here for me to investigate. I went through 4 OWB holsters before finally settling on a Mitch Rosen. I have a feeling I need to experiment a bit with the IWB and pocket holsters too.