Kramer Belt Scabbard Kahr MK9

ASG · May 4th, 2009, 03:34 PM

Hello Everyone,
This is my first post here and I have found this website to be a tremendous source of information. Thank you very much for that.

My question is:
I have a Kahr MK9. I have pocket carried the thing for a few months before deciding on a Crossbreed Supertuck IWB. I found it to uncomfortable no matter where I tried placing it. I wore it for 10 days and it did not help. I have since returned it to Crossbreed.

I think OWB may be a better way for me to carry and many have spoken highly about Kramer Belt Scabbards. Will a Kramer pull the MK9 in tightly against the body well enough to conceal with shirt pulled over it?

Thank you.

ASG

JerryM · May 4th, 2009, 04:26 PM

I have a Kramer belt scabbard in cowhide. It will probably do what you want, but in my view there are better choices out there. I would much prefer Milt Sparks, but the wait may be more than you would want.

I would also prefer a Fist if I found the style I wanted.
HOLSTERS

HBE might offer the best of the lead time and quality combination.
H.B.E. Specialty LeatherWorks

Regards,
Jerry

torrejon224 · May 4th, 2009, 05:07 PM

In terms of concealment and construction Kramer holsters are great, they are built to last a long, long time (especially the horsehide) but where they lack is the looks dept. They don't feature the hand detailing or "boning" that makers like Alessi, Milt Sparks and Mitch Rosen are famous for. Will they do the job for you? Absolutely and do it very well. If your after a highly functional, well made rig then you have found it, if it's looks your after then go elsewhere.

Mikeinnh · May 4th, 2009, 11:11 PM

I have a Kramer belt scabbard and an IWB, both horsehide, for my G27. Very well made and do an excellent job. Whatever holster you decide on, don't forget a good belt. You can spend big bucks on a great holster, but if you pair it with a cheap, floppy Kmart belt it's not going to do as good a job. I also bought a Kramer cowhide belt. It holds the rig in good and close.

redbird · May 4th, 2009, 11:18 PM

If you opt to go back to IWB I would suggest you try the Comptac Minatour or a Blade Tech IWB I have a MK9, K40, P40,and a PM9 I rotate carrying them and my favorite is the Comptac.

jwhite75 · May 5th, 2009, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JerryM

I have a Kramer belt scabbard in cowhide. It will probably do what you want, but in my view there are better choices out there. I would much prefer Milt Sparks, but the wait may be more than you would want.

I would also prefer a Fist if I found the style I wanted.
HOLSTERS

HBE might offer the best of the lead time and quality combination.
H.B.E. Specialty LeatherWorks

Regards,
Jerry

I have a HBE Com III and highly recommend them. I like OWB but hey are very situational for me and my body type. Seasonal at best. Find you a good leather IWB...you will probably like it much better.

Napa Nick · May 7th, 2009, 04:08 PM

Kramer is a great choice. I feel IWB carry is uncomfortable with small guns like a MK9, there is no surface area to dissipate the chunk of gun at your belt line. Some IWB holsters have more material against your body regardless of the gun size making them much more comfortable.
Brommeland's Max Con V is a great example.

Warmon · May 7th, 2009, 07:04 PM

I would recommend the very versatile FIST #11 Close Crop Convertible with reinforced throat.

matdicdad · May 7th, 2009, 07:14 PM

I carry my P9 OWB. You know what made the biggest difference in securing my holster close and tight to me....a good gun belt. It made all the difference in the world. By the way it is an inch and a half Beltman Belt.

May 4th, 2009, 11:11 PM	#4
Mikeinnh New Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 10	I have a Kramer belt scabbard and an IWB, both horsehide, for my G27. Very well made and do an excellent job. Whatever holster you decide on, don't forget a good belt. You can spend big bucks on a great holster, but if you pair it with a cheap, floppy Kmart belt it's not going to do as good a job. I also bought a Kramer cowhide belt. It holds the rig in good and close. __________________ Glock 20 Glock 27 NRA member "If you look like food, you will be eaten." - Clint Smith

May 7th, 2009, 07:04 PM	#8
Warmon Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: The Old Dominion Posts: 283	I would recommend the very versatile FIST #11 Close Crop Convertible with reinforced throat. __________________ I always aim for the right eye...and I never miss - Goldeneye

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May 4th, 2009, 03:34 PM	#1
ASG New Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: USA Posts: 1	Kramer Belt Scabbard Kahr MK9 Hello Everyone, This is my first post here and I have found this website to be a tremendous source of information. Thank you very much for that. My question is: I have a Kahr MK9. I have pocket carried the thing for a few months before deciding on a Crossbreed Supertuck IWB. I found it to uncomfortable no matter where I tried placing it. I wore it for 10 days and it did not help. I have since returned it to Crossbreed. I think OWB may be a better way for me to carry and many have spoken highly about Kramer Belt Scabbards. Will a Kramer pull the MK9 in tightly against the body well enough to conceal with shirt pulled over it? Thank you. ASG

May 4th, 2009, 04:26 PM	#2
JerryM Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,694	I have a Kramer belt scabbard in cowhide. It will probably do what you want, but in my view there are better choices out there. I would much prefer Milt Sparks, but the wait may be more than you would want. I would also prefer a Fist if I found the style I wanted. HOLSTERS HBE might offer the best of the lead time and quality combination. H.B.E. Specialty LeatherWorks Regards, Jerry

May 4th, 2009, 05:07 PM	#3
torrejon224 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Oregon Posts: 678	In terms of concealment and construction Kramer holsters are great, they are built to last a long, long time (especially the horsehide) but where they lack is the looks dept. They don't feature the hand detailing or "boning" that makers like Alessi, Milt Sparks and Mitch Rosen are famous for. Will they do the job for you? Absolutely and do it very well. If your after a highly functional, well made rig then you have found it, if it's looks your after then go elsewhere.

May 4th, 2009, 11:18 PM	#5
redbird Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 433	If you opt to go back to IWB I would suggest you try the Comptac Minatour or a Blade Tech IWB I have a MK9, K40, P40,and a PM9 I rotate carrying them and my favorite is the Comptac.

May 7th, 2009, 04:08 PM	#7
Napa Nick Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Napa, California Posts: 66	Kramer is a great choice. I feel IWB carry is uncomfortable with small guns like a MK9, there is no surface area to dissipate the chunk of gun at your belt line. Some IWB holsters have more material against your body regardless of the gun size making them much more comfortable. Brommeland's Max Con V is a great example.

May 7th, 2009, 07:14 PM	#9
matdicdad Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: SE Virginia Posts: 741	I carry my P9 OWB. You know what made the biggest difference in securing my holster close and tight to me....a good gun belt. It made all the difference in the world. By the way it is an inch and a half Beltman Belt.