Kydex, slim, OWB holster suggestions requested

[Mindflayer]

I am looking for an OWB holster that is good for conceal carry. I have a Blackhawk Serpa and it holds the gun too far away from my body. I'd like something that will hold my firearm close to the body. I prefer Kydex-based holsters since they have great retention.

Looking for recommendations and suggestions.

[Mindflayer]

Quick reply to my own question - anyone use this: http://www.comp-tac.com/product_info.ph ... cts_id=101

[smltooner]

I ordered one of their paddle holsters and it was shipped today. Once I receive it and try it out, I will let you know.

[Mindflayer]

I ordered one of their paddle holsters and it was shipped today. Once I receive it and try it out, I will let you know.

Funny, I could not wait so I sent them an email about best OWB for concealment (tight to the body):

> I double checked with my Sales Department and she recommends the Speed Paddle Holster, which is straight drop and favored by competition shooters. he straight drop means the handgun does not have to rotate as far to the horizontal plane, making the presentation slightly quicker. The tradeoff is that the grip tends to protrude a bit more from the natural curve of the body, making the handgun slightly less covert.
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> Or she also recommends the FBI (Forward Body Incline) Paddle Holster, which is "canted" forward at a 15° angle. This angle keeps the grip from protruding too far from the natural curve of the body. FBI holsters are, therefore, more covert because they produce a smaller bulge under cover garments.
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> Here is the link to the Paddle Holster: http://www.comp-tac.com/product_info.php?products_id=53
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> Let me know if you have any other questions or concerns.
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> Thanks and have a great day!
>
> Jennifer Berglund
> Comp-Tac Victory Gear
> P.O. Box 1809
> Spring, TX 77383
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> Phone: 281-209-3040
> Fax: 281-209-3050

[smltooner]

The FBI cant is the one that I ordered.

[Mindflayer]

Same. I guess we'll both have one for review.

[ProShooter]

Rocketman Holsterworks!

[cigarmanva]

www.atomicdogholsters.com or www.invictuskydex.com

[Mindflayer]

I bought a leather pancake holster from JBP Holsters. It is supposed to fit the 4.5", but is actually sized for the 5" tactical. The extra leather does not bother me as much as my barrel protruding.

I also looked at Uncle Mike's pancake holsters which are similar in price and build but the line was longer at the gun show.

[gregj]

I have Blade-Tech paddle holsters that I use for IDPA, they seem to work pretty well. If you want something that conceals well, you would be better served with a belt holster than a paddle. You might also look at Tucker leather, they have some leather lined Kydex that are the catz azz!! I have one for 1911 and it is very sweeeeet.

[smltooner]

I received my Comp-Tac paddle holster today. It's great.
Only wore it for 1 hour, but seems very comfortable, rides high and tight to body.
Was wearing it at 4 o'clock position.
Pistol fits good and draws good. Does not move around, stays in position.
Draws easy with just light thumb pressure on the holster.
The reason I picked the Comp-Tac is that they are the only manufacturer I could find that has a holster specifically for a Taurus PT111 Millinium Pro.

[sigman1991]

I have purchased this holster which is a SuperTuck Deluxe and it has been great. I ordered it from...Just check it out if you like. www.crossbreedholsters.com

[Mindflayer]

Sigman - I have a SuperTuck and it's great. I just don't want to go out and buy yet more clothing a couple of sizes too big. The alternative is losing 10 to 15 pounds, but that's hard to do at my age.

I got my Comp-Tac, and it is nice. It certainly holds the pistol closer to the body than my Serpa. However, it's not nearly as close as, say, my new pancake JBP.

I just checked out Tucker Leather. The Silent Thunder STX and the Urban Legend both look good. Which do you have, gregj?