Holster suggestions for S&W Shield/1911

[clintbailey]

Looking for suggestions for a CC holster for my S&W Shield. I've never bought a "good" holster, only been carrying for a year or so; been using just a cheap Uncle Mike's soft holster, but I know there's a better way . Any and all opinions welcome! And while yall are at it, I'd be glad to hear any suggestions for a 5" 1911 as well (Taurus PT 1911 w/out rail). Thanks ahead of time!

 

[Dukester]

Check out Wright Leather Works. I have three of their holsters and I like them a lot.

 

[cowzrul]

Comptac M-Tac for the shield.

 

[CharlieWH2O]

INside or outside waistband?

 

[clintbailey]

Haven't really decided yet Charlie. Sure would like to find a place with a decent selection of holsters and be able to try some IWB vs OWB on to see which I might prefer, even if it wasn't the exact one for my gun.

 

[CharlieWH2O]

Good luck with the selection thing. I carry a M&P 40c in a Comp Tac Two O'Clock appendix carry IWB. It also allows me to tuck the shirt over the holster. Armordillo Concealment also sells a nice tuckable Kydex holster as does Tucker Gun Leather in leather and kydex. I like the two o'clock carry with all. Pretty much anything you get will take some getting used to. A big gun show may be your best bet for selection.

 

[gullzway]

I have a Foxx IWB Hybrid holster for my shield, it carries well.



http://foxxholsters.onlybusiness.com/OnlineCatalog/Hybrids_for_Smith___Wesson-details.aspx

 

[Glock 'em down]

Many here will agree with me when I say that choosing the right weapon is a helluva lot easier than choosing the right holster.

After 25 years of totin' a pistol, I still haven't found THE perfect holster.

 

[WessonOil]

I carry my M&P Pro in a Comp-Tac Paddle holster.

More holster than you need, but I wanted one that protected the full length of the barrel.

 

[patrickcudd]

Looper leather is an OK company and carries most every type for a Shield!