TT's Mike's Special IWB

Warmon · June 1st, 2009, 08:13 PM

Folks, I want to get some opinions and guidance on the above holster. I am already about 6 weeks into the que and am reconsidering my choice for an OWB for a Sig 220 SAO Carry. Seeing Thumper's new UBG rig for his 220 has got my mind reeling. I made a few wardrobe changes recently and although the Sig is large, it is not too terribly thick and I might be able to go IWB on this. My dilemma is whether to go for the regular reinforced IWB or the Mike's Special - which I think is one of the best looking IWB rigs out there.

I know folks here have posted about both. Why did you choose what you did or one over the other?

Oldskoolfan · June 4th, 2009, 02:02 AM

Bump. I am having the same dilemma.

Thumper · June 4th, 2009, 02:17 AM

Warmon and Tecumseh,

I also have a TT IWB on order for that same weapon, I'll be sure to post pictures when it arrives. I like the look of that "Mike's Special" and may have to try that one someday!

I have carried a P-220R Carry IWB in a Milt Sparks VM-II and now the UBG and I'm 5"11" 225lbs. For me it's not too big to conceal under a t-shirt. I have also carried a full sized P-220R, not any different, just an inch longer. OWB is more comfortable and can be concealed too but not as easily as a good IWB holster in my opinion. I also prefer a reinforced mouth on my IWBs though not all that necessary if you don't flatten your holster somehow.

JakeyB · June 4th, 2009, 11:34 AM

Man, Thumper, that first rig looks amazing... great taste!

shooterX · June 4th, 2009, 11:56 AM

Yeah, really nice rig Thumper!

JoeyBones · June 4th, 2009, 11:58 AM

I had a TT IWB w/ reinforced mouth for my P7M8... It was actually Tim's very first attempt at a holster for that pistol, and it was absolutely excellent...

It was only a -tad- bulkier than my MS VM-2, but absolutely concealable... Like previously stated, I prefer a reinforced mouth on my IWB's (back when I bought it, Tim didn't yet offer the slim-line or whatever the one w/out reinforcement is called), unless it adds considerable girth to the overall profile (which IMO, the TT does not add unreasonable thickness)...

That said, I ended up selling that holster to a local guy, but not b/c it was lacking in any capacity - I just already have too many expensive holsters for that pistol, and this guy was new to CC'ing the P7M8, encountering all the trouble that I did when I was first looking fora quality IWB for the flat, butt-heavy, somewhat awkward P7-series...

The VM-2 uses a thinner metal reinforcement, while the reinforced TT uses a plastic, or polymer reinforcement... TT also seems to have one extra layer of leather incorporated into his reinforcement design (IIRC), hence the slight increase in bulk...

Bottom line, if being able to easily & quickly reholster 100% of the time is high on your priority list, go for the reinforced model... But I honestly think you'll be quite happy with either option. Tim makes a fine product - VERY well designed and well executed...

Regards,

Bones

June 1st, 2009, 08:13 PM	#1
Warmon Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: The Old Dominion Posts: 283	TT's Mike's Special IWB Folks, I want to get some opinions and guidance on the above holster. I am already about 6 weeks into the que and am reconsidering my choice for an OWB for a Sig 220 SAO Carry. Seeing Thumper's new UBG rig for his 220 has got my mind reeling. I made a few wardrobe changes recently and although the Sig is large, it is not too terribly thick and I might be able to go IWB on this. My dilemma is whether to go for the regular reinforced IWB or the Mike's Special - which I think is one of the best looking IWB rigs out there. I know folks here have posted about both. Why did you choose what you did or one over the other? __________________ I always aim for the right eye...and I never miss - Goldeneye

June 4th, 2009, 02:17 AM	#3
Thumper VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 5,586	Warmon and Tecumseh, I also have a TT IWB on order for that same weapon, I'll be sure to post pictures when it arrives. I like the look of that "Mike's Special" and may have to try that one someday! I have carried a P-220R Carry IWB in a Milt Sparks VM-II and now the UBG and I'm 5"11" 225lbs. For me it's not too big to conceal under a t-shirt. I have also carried a full sized P-220R, not any different, just an inch longer. OWB is more comfortable and can be concealed too but not as easily as a good IWB holster in my opinion. I also prefer a reinforced mouth on my IWBs though not all that necessary if you don't flatten your holster somehow. __________________ USMC 1968-1971 ALWAYS carry! - NEVER tell! *"Don't go to stupid places, with stupid people, and do stupid things!"*

June 4th, 2009, 11:58 AM	#6
JoeyBones Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: PA Posts: 108	I had a TT IWB w/ reinforced mouth for my P7M8... It was actually Tim's very first attempt at a holster for that pistol, and it was absolutely excellent... It was only a -tad- bulkier than my MS VM-2, but absolutely concealable... Like previously stated, I prefer a reinforced mouth on my IWB's (back when I bought it, Tim didn't yet offer the slim-line or whatever the one w/out reinforcement is called), unless it adds considerable girth to the overall profile (which IMO, the TT does not add unreasonable thickness)... That said, I ended up selling that holster to a local guy, but not b/c it was lacking in any capacity - I just already have too many expensive holsters for that pistol, and this guy was new to CC'ing the P7M8, encountering all the trouble that I did when I was first looking fora quality IWB for the flat, butt-heavy, somewhat awkward P7-series... The VM-2 uses a thinner metal reinforcement, while the reinforced TT uses a plastic, or polymer reinforcement... TT also seems to have one extra layer of leather incorporated into his reinforcement design (IIRC), hence the slight increase in bulk... Bottom line, if being able to easily & quickly reholster 100% of the time is high on your priority list, go for the reinforced model... But I honestly think you'll be quite happy with either option. Tim makes a fine product - VERY well designed and well executed... Regards, Bones __________________ "I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones." -Albert Einstein

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June 4th, 2009, 02:02 AM	#2
Oldskoolfan Ex Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: In a secured zone. Posts: 467	Bump. I am having the same dilemma.

June 4th, 2009, 11:34 AM	#4
JakeyB Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: FL Posts: 31	Man, Thumper, that first rig looks amazing... great taste!

June 4th, 2009, 11:56 AM	#5
shooterX Distinguished Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 1,563	Yeah, really nice rig Thumper!