IWB Holster

454gun · May 7th, 2009, 04:23 PM

I am looking at a Sparks Summer special , summer 2, or versa max . I wonder do any of you have one of these . I like the plain summer I think. The versa looks like a lot of leather in the paints . I notice the Summer 2 has formed rails and shape of gun. I plan to carry a XD sc 9 0r a 4" 45 XD. it looks like a 4" would do a 3 , 4, 5, just stick out a little . Any thoughts will help I know I will have to wait . I also notice Clint Smith seems to use the Summer special most of the time
Thanks
Jon

MgoBlue · May 7th, 2009, 04:28 PM

I can't speak regarding the summer special, but I love the VM-II for my Sig 226. Conceals it nicely. I am considering getting a MTAC also for the 226 -- as that holster does an even more wonderful job at keeping my HK USP 45 compact tight against my body.

BikerRN · May 7th, 2009, 04:43 PM

Of the three you've listed the Summer Special II carries the gun the lowest in the waistband, I believe.

I have more than one Summer Special II, as the Summer Special rides too high for my short torso. Give Milt Sparks a call and any of the gang will be happy to answer your questions before taking your order.

I'm not connected with Milt Sparks, just a very happy and satisfied customer over the years.

Biker

mlr1m · May 8th, 2009, 02:00 AM

I carry a full size 1911 in the summer special II. Very comfortable and conceals very well. I have not problem even when wearing walking shorts and a polo shirt.

Michael

Squawker · May 8th, 2009, 02:15 AM

Personally, I carry my XD45 in a Max-con V by Gary Brommeland. It's a comfortable holster that does a great job. Can't help with the others.

Thumper · May 8th, 2009, 03:35 PM

I've had both and the VersaMax-II is by far the best to me. I have several!

This is an old picture, I actually have more.

shooterX · May 8th, 2009, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thumper

I've had both and the VersaMax-II is by far the best to me. I have several!

This is an old picture, I actually have more.

Nice collection!

Bowie · May 9th, 2009, 12:05 AM

Can't go wrong with the VMII. Very comfortable and stable. Distributes the gun weight very well with the split loops.

Skelt · May 9th, 2009, 09:18 AM

Another vote for the VMII. I just sold the only SSII I have. I wasn't as happy with it, but I carried a Sig 229R in it and it wasn't as thin as a 1911 would have been. I love them VMII! I have another one on order right now.

JimmyC4 · May 9th, 2009, 04:45 PM

The VMII would be my choice as well.

May 7th, 2009, 04:23 PM	#1
454gun New Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: gainesville ga Posts: 7	IWB Holster I am looking at a Sparks Summer special , summer 2, or versa max . I wonder do any of you have one of these . I like the plain summer I think. The versa looks like a lot of leather in the paints . I notice the Summer 2 has formed rails and shape of gun. I plan to carry a XD sc 9 0r a 4" 45 XD. it looks like a 4" would do a 3 , 4, 5, just stick out a little . Any thoughts will help I know I will have to wait . I also notice Clint Smith seems to use the Summer special most of the time Thanks Jon

May 7th, 2009, 04:43 PM	#3
BikerRN VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: State of Discombobulation Posts: 3,775	Of the three you've listed the Summer Special II carries the gun the lowest in the waistband, I believe. I have more than one Summer Special II, as the Summer Special rides too high for my short torso. Give Milt Sparks a call and any of the gang will be happy to answer your questions before taking your order. I'm not connected with Milt Sparks, just a very happy and satisfied customer over the years. Biker __________________ If I knew I was going to get in to a gunfight I most ceratinly wouln't bring a handgun or two, and I don't know any smart person that does.

May 8th, 2009, 03:35 PM	#6
Thumper VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 5,590	I've had both and the VersaMax-II is by far the best to me. I have several! This is an old picture, I actually have more. __________________ USMC 1968-1971 ALWAYS carry! - NEVER tell! *"Don't go to stupid places, with stupid people, and do stupid things!"*

May 9th, 2009, 12:05 AM	#8
Bowie Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Fl Posts: 452	Can't go wrong with the VMII. Very comfortable and stable. Distributes the gun weight very well with the split loops. __________________ H&K USPc, S&W 642, Wilson Combat 1911 CQB

May 9th, 2009, 04:45 PM	#10
JimmyC4 Distinguished Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Minnesnowta Posts: 1,864	The VMII would be my choice as well. __________________ "It's a big gun when I carry it, it is also a big gun when I take it out” – Clint Smith

May 7th, 2009, 04:28 PM	#2
MgoBlue Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 90	I can't speak regarding the summer special, but I love the VM-II for my Sig 226. Conceals it nicely. I am considering getting a MTAC also for the 226 -- as that holster does an even more wonderful job at keeping my HK USP 45 compact tight against my body.

May 8th, 2009, 02:00 AM	#4
mlr1m Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: okla Posts: 771	I carry a full size 1911 in the summer special II. Very comfortable and conceals very well. I have not problem even when wearing walking shorts and a polo shirt. Michael

May 8th, 2009, 02:15 AM	#5
Squawker Distinguished Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Las Vegas NV Posts: 1,460	Personally, I carry my XD45 in a Max-con V by Gary Brommeland. It's a comfortable holster that does a great job. Can't help with the others.

May 9th, 2009, 09:18 AM	#9
Skelt Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 28	Another vote for the VMII. I just sold the only SSII I have. I wasn't as happy with it, but I carried a Sig 229R in it and it wasn't as thin as a 1911 would have been. I love them VMII! I have another one on order right now.

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