+1 for the CrossBreed Supertuck
Combat cut and Horsehide if you sweat alot or live in a humid climate. :banana:
I really dig SOB, and it works out quite well for me (I don't swipe my body or other's behind/beside me, like many people are concerned of). I wear a lot of sport coats, and it's convenient when I want something faster than IWB, but not as visible as my Serpa. You'll hear LOTS of concerns of people worrying about falling on their backs and landing on the gun, and the fear of spinal injuries. Keep in mind, the SMALL of back is slightly to the left or right of the spine, not directly over it (that would be MIDDLE of back). It definitely can get uncomfortable while driving or seated for long periods of time, but I've a VERY skinny guy (5'11", 135lbs), so I don't have much weight pressing on it.
However, as for IWB, if you want something cheaper (half the price) and more customizable than the Crossbreed, but just as comfortable, please look into the Kholster (www.kholster.com). It's not quite as 'pretty' as the Crossbreed (it's IWB, nobody will ever see it anyway), but Kholster's policy allows you to cut, stain, or modify the product any way that you choose (there are several videos on youtube demonstrating custom cut styles), and if you mess up or don't like it and want to start over, just send it back and they'll send you a new one, for as long as you own the holster. I've heard a lot of people unhappy with the combat cut on the Crossbreed, so the Kholster allows you to cut as you see fit, and to trim to the exact shape of your gun/hand/draw angle. You particular model of kholster will either be Full Moon or Crescent (I'm unsure of the size of your subcompact's barrel).
I always see dozens of suggestions for Crossbreed, but Kholster is definitely my choice because of both price, and company policy regarding self-modification.
This is a nice thread for me, cause I get to talk about my 2 favorite holsters
Got to get this out of my system. Kholster....(Crossbreed knock-off)....GRRR!!!
He's come a long way with his warranty policy to stay competitive. I keep hearing great things about his customer service. But I can honestly say it's like the transferable lifetime warranty on a HighPoint or the lifetime service with a Taurus....it's just necessary because it's an inferior product. Wait a sec before you jump on me....Kholster has come a long way and you MUST applaud his efforts, hopefully he'll be able to stay in business a long while.
My only turn off with Kholster is that the leather seems flimsy and unfinished, like something I would have used to make a vest in the YMCA Indian Guides (yes, I'm that old). They have such a modular design that the flexibility of placement appears excellent.
The ITac holsters are great as well. Didn't someone mention the MTac? They have a great selection, but personally I think you'll be happier with a Crossbreed or...(choking on this)....a Kholster.
If memory serves (check on this):
Crossbreed - 2 week try or return policy, lifetime service...may not cover user mods (contact them to see, mention Kholster covering it if Kholster does)
Kholster - 30 day try or return policy, lifetime service....may cover user mods (contact them to see)
Now I have to personally get a question answered and it might answer the same for others. Crossbreed stresses that their holster MUST be worn over that 2 week trial period to help it break-in and shape to the body for a more comfortable fit. Knowing the Kholster has an unfinished leather backing, how much of a shaping or break in is there and just what does sweating on that leather do to it....Crossbreed leather softens up, so one might think a softer leather would react the same.
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Any chance you might know if Jimmy would be willing to let some of his kydex get shipped out for duracoat after shaping? That might be another option that will give him a really unique aspect. I think he's got a MissouriCarry.com member that does duracoat in his area.
Wow!!! I feel like I just read the script for a half hour Kholster infomercial. :uhoh:
No worries J. I support Missouri businesses, even if they compete with those I support. I also edited my post so it doesn't appear to lump in Kholster with Taurus and HighPoint. (I sure do miss the Taurus revolvers from prior to the Rossi buy-out)
When did it go to 90 days? Last I recall...and it's been a long while, it was 30 days...could be wrong though, it's been a long while after all.
I've not heard a single complaint about Kholster once customers have their products....NOT ONE! To an avid Crossbreed user like myself, that makes me want to try one out since I've tried to get Crossbreed to go modular on just the kydex. Of course Crossbreed hasn't had any complaints that I know of since they got away from the original plastic clips a couple of years ago.
Now I have to personally get a question answered and it might answer the same for others. Crossbreed stresses that their holster MUST be worn over that 2 week trial period to help it break-in and shape to the body for a more comfortable fit. Knowing the Kholster has an unfinished leather backing, how much of a shaping or break in is there and just what does sweating on that leather do to it....Crossbreed leather softens up, so one might think a softer leather would react the same.
Those two companies were scapegoated because of their garbage (I was proven that issue with the HighPoint and I've helped quite a few folks handle Taurus problems). It wasn't a fair comparison....I can admit that and my intent wasn't to lump Kholster in with them.
Oh, we forgot two things....the websites of the two!
www.crossbreedholsters.com
www.kholster.com
Even though I'm a Crossbreed guy, if you're considering the Kholster....they have a referral/rebate program.
http://www.kholster.com/referral_program.htm
They also have a Kholster Party option. And if you watch the site closely, you may find a sweet sale from time to time.
J.,
Any chance you might know if Jimmy would be willing to let some of his kydex get shipped out for duracoat after shaping? That might be another option that will give him a really unique aspect. I think he's got a MissouriCarry.com member that does duracoat in his area.
In your last post you said Grrrr about the kHolster being a knock off. Are you aware that cross breed is also a knock off?
The original holster of that type was/is made by Tucker gun Leather and is called The Answer.
Just sayin a copy is a copy.
The original holster can be found here.
http://rlcompanyusa.stores.yahoo.net/answeriwbs.html
I fashioned this from a standard XD Serpa CQC (BTCA). The holster can be shortened to be flush with the XDSC without altering the retention mechanism. This makes the holster more concealable and considerable more comfortable to wear while driving.
Very nice job. Doesn't look like anybody would ever know it wasn't made for a SC.