S&W 642 IWB and OWB carry

dougja · February 6th, 2009, 06:27 PM

I am looking for holster options for carrying a 642 IWB and/or OWB. The situation for me is that I do pocket carry, but sometimes I would like to have a quick on and off belt holster to carry the 642. I have a Simply Rugged OWB holster for the 642 but it feels as big as my glock in a Crossbreed Supertuck or 1911 in a TT Gunleather holster. So I might as well carry the larger calibers.
I have a preference for the snap on style OWB. Does anyone use one for a 642 that feels small like the gun?

Please forum experts give me some referrals of IWB/OWB 642 holsters that are fast and easy to put on and take off? I am hoping a 642 owner can relate to my "dilemna".

Thanks!

fotomaker57 · February 6th, 2009, 06:47 PM

I don't own a 642 but I do carry a Glock 22 in a Laredo Defender from K&D K&D Holsters | Custom Gun Leather and Shooting Accessories It is a snap on OWB that holds very secure and keeps the gun tucked up close to your body. Give it a look and see what you think.
Mike

JerryM · February 6th, 2009, 08:54 PM

If Kevin makes the Laredo Defender for a 642 I think you will be happy with it. I also have one for my G26, and it is my favorite holster for that particular gun.

Regards,
Jerry

redrick · February 6th, 2009, 10:27 PM

I have a Sparks VMll IWB and a KD Eagle Defender.

I have a UBG snap on OWB Regulator with a full shark front for sale. Search (Black Shark UBG Regulator For J Frame) for pictures. It's a beautiful holster.

Thumper · February 7th, 2009, 01:21 AM

Don't deprive yourself of another inexpensive form of carry... pocket!

Robert Mika makes a great pocket holster.

dougja · February 7th, 2009, 03:04 AM

Great input thanks!
Redrick that Black Shark UBG Regulator For J Frame is one beautiful holster.
Thumper.. I do pocket carry and alternate between Mika and RKBA.. I actually prefer the RKBA.
The suggestions are very helpful and I research them all. Thanks!

ELCruisr · February 7th, 2009, 09:06 AM

I carry a 638 in a K&D Thunderbird either IWB or OWB. Great holster and very comfortable.

My pocket carry is in a PCS Black Bird.

Thumper · February 7th, 2009, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dougja

Thumper.. I do pocket carry and alternate between Mika and RKBA.. I actually prefer the RKBA.

You know... I may just have to try one of those. I've hear a lot of folks praising them!

dougja · February 8th, 2009, 08:32 PM

I asked TT Gunleather , who's product I like very much, for their suggestion and they came back with the "Elite DDO model" from their line. The Laredo, Sparks, TT and UBG models listed in previous posts really are interesting options. We are so lucky to have so many craftsmen making fine quality holsters.

February 6th, 2009, 06:27 PM	#1
dougja Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 65	S&W 642 IWB and OWB carry I am looking for holster options for carrying a 642 IWB and/or OWB. The situation for me is that I do pocket carry, but sometimes I would like to have a quick on and off belt holster to carry the 642. I have a Simply Rugged OWB holster for the 642 but it feels as big as my glock in a Crossbreed Supertuck or 1911 in a TT Gunleather holster. So I might as well carry the larger calibers. I have a preference for the snap on style OWB. Does anyone use one for a 642 that feels small like the gun? Please forum experts give me some referrals of IWB/OWB 642 holsters that are fast and easy to put on and take off? I am hoping a 642 owner can relate to my "dilemna". Thanks!

February 6th, 2009, 06:47 PM	#2
fotomaker57 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Southwest Missouri Posts: 1,326	I don't own a 642 but I do carry a Glock 22 in a Laredo Defender from K&D K&D Holsters \| Custom Gun Leather and Shooting Accessories It is a snap on OWB that holds very secure and keeps the gun tucked up close to your body. Give it a look and see what you think. Mike __________________ Created September 17, 1787 Ratified June 21, 1788 Signers 39 of the 55 Philadelphia Convention delegates *Let Us Never Forget*

February 7th, 2009, 01:21 AM	#5
Thumper VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 5,521	Don't deprive yourself of another inexpensive form of carry... pocket! Robert Mika makes a great pocket holster. __________________ USMC 1968-1971 ALWAYS carry! - NEVER tell! *"Don't go to stupid places, with stupid people, and do stupid things!"*

February 7th, 2009, 09:06 AM	#7
ELCruisr VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 2,071	I carry a 638 in a K&D Thunderbird either IWB or OWB. Great holster and very comfortable. My pocket carry is in a PCS Black Bird. __________________ If you stand up and be counted, from time to time you may get yourself knocked down. But remember this: A man flattened by an opponent can get up again. A man flattened by conformity stays down for good. ~ Thomas J. Watson, Jr.

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February 6th, 2009, 08:54 PM	#3
JerryM Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,666	If Kevin makes the Laredo Defender for a 642 I think you will be happy with it. I also have one for my G26, and it is my favorite holster for that particular gun. Regards, Jerry

February 6th, 2009, 10:27 PM	#4
redrick Distinguished Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,570	I have a Sparks VMll IWB and a KD Eagle Defender. I have a UBG snap on OWB Regulator with a full shark front for sale. Search (Black Shark UBG Regulator For J Frame) for pictures. It's a beautiful holster.

February 7th, 2009, 03:04 AM	#6
dougja Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 65	Great input thanks! Redrick that Black Shark UBG Regulator For J Frame is one beautiful holster. Thumper.. I do pocket carry and alternate between Mika and RKBA.. I actually prefer the RKBA. The suggestions are very helpful and I research them all. Thanks!

February 8th, 2009, 08:32 PM	#9
dougja Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 65	I asked TT Gunleather , who's product I like very much, for their suggestion and they came back with the "Elite DDO model" from their line. The Laredo, Sparks, TT and UBG models listed in previous posts really are interesting options. We are so lucky to have so many craftsmen making fine quality holsters.