Lou McGopher
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Gun: Springfield XD45 4" bbl
Handedness: Right
Carry: semi-concealed / open
I'm getting a bit tired of IWB carry. It's not that uncomfortable, but dealing with the holster and having to buy my pants a size larger can be annoyingly inconvenient. Plus I have to iron on a patch inside my pants to prevent the corner of the slide from wearing a hole above my back pocket.
I generally don't worry too much about concealment.
I won't be throwing away my IWB holster, but I think a paddle holster will generally suit me better most days.
For various reasons, I've narrowed my choice down to these two holsters, and I'm looking for further input to help make the decision. Also, it's really quiet here at work today.
The Fobus looks comfortable, and I've read many who say it is. It isn't adjustable (I'm not considering the Roto style - sticks out too far), but it seems it already is canted forward about 15*, which is probably good enough.
http://www.fobusholster.com/catalog/Paddle_Holsters-86-1.html
The Blackhawk CQC (paddle attachment extra) is very adjustable, though I'm not sure I really need that.
http://www.blackhawk.com/product/Standard-CQC-Concealment-Holster-Matte,1142,32.htm
From those who have tried or used both, I have the following questions:
Which one is more comfortable?
Which one holds the gun higher?
Which one holds the gun in closer?
Does either have a problem staying-put during regular movement?
Does either have a problem staying-put during drawing?
Any other points of comparison I haven't mentioned are welcome.
From those who have tried and used both, and would recommend a third option, please note the following:
I'm leery of leather, which may lose its shape if it gets too wet.
Price limit is ~$50 before shipping.
I want passive retention, not active.
The holster must extend all they way down to the end of the slide (fully enclosed is a bonus).
It should be custom-molded to my model of gun, rather than a one-size-fits-most design.
Many thanks, and Happy Holidays in advance!
Handedness: Right
Carry: semi-concealed / open
I'm getting a bit tired of IWB carry. It's not that uncomfortable, but dealing with the holster and having to buy my pants a size larger can be annoyingly inconvenient. Plus I have to iron on a patch inside my pants to prevent the corner of the slide from wearing a hole above my back pocket.
I generally don't worry too much about concealment.
I won't be throwing away my IWB holster, but I think a paddle holster will generally suit me better most days.
For various reasons, I've narrowed my choice down to these two holsters, and I'm looking for further input to help make the decision. Also, it's really quiet here at work today.
The Fobus looks comfortable, and I've read many who say it is. It isn't adjustable (I'm not considering the Roto style - sticks out too far), but it seems it already is canted forward about 15*, which is probably good enough.
http://www.fobusholster.com/catalog/Paddle_Holsters-86-1.html
The Blackhawk CQC (paddle attachment extra) is very adjustable, though I'm not sure I really need that.
http://www.blackhawk.com/product/Standard-CQC-Concealment-Holster-Matte,1142,32.htm
From those who have tried or used both, I have the following questions:
Which one is more comfortable?
Which one holds the gun higher?
Which one holds the gun in closer?
Does either have a problem staying-put during regular movement?
Does either have a problem staying-put during drawing?
Any other points of comparison I haven't mentioned are welcome.
From those who have tried and used both, and would recommend a third option, please note the following:
I'm leery of leather, which may lose its shape if it gets too wet.
Price limit is ~$50 before shipping.
I want passive retention, not active.
The holster must extend all they way down to the end of the slide (fully enclosed is a bonus).
It should be custom-molded to my model of gun, rather than a one-size-fits-most design.
Many thanks, and Happy Holidays in advance!