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Hi folks--new member here. Very glad I found this site. Current owner of a pre-ban Ruger Mini 14, (1983) but I made my first hand gun purchase recently. A S&W M&P 380 Shield EZ. It's currently at S&W for a recall re: a possible defective hammer issue. RECALL ALERT: Smith & Wesson Issues M&P Shield Pistol Recall
So, I haven't fired it yet. I've been researching holster choices and the list of makers and models is overwhelming, to say the least. I've done web searches, viewed youtube vids for "Best Choice" reviews, visited 1 million manufacturer sites, and it just gets crazy. I have decided on an OWB style. From what i've seen, any IWB doesn't appeal to me it terms of comfort, fit, and drawing the gun smoothly. I have considered a paddle style, but the gap between the belt and holster seems a bit too wide for concealed carry and printing may be pronounced. I've looked at companies like Urban Carry Holsters, Vedder, Alien Gear, We The People Holsters, and on and on. One model seems promising...a leather/Kydex hybrid such as: LockLeather OWB Holster, but it's an only an option at the moment.
The bottom line is that I need some advice/recommendations from experienced owners such as yourselves. Any help would be much appreciated. keep in mind, you're dealing with a babe in the woods, lol. Thanks in advance!
So, I haven't fired it yet. I've been researching holster choices and the list of makers and models is overwhelming, to say the least. I've done web searches, viewed youtube vids for "Best Choice" reviews, visited 1 million manufacturer sites, and it just gets crazy. I have decided on an OWB style. From what i've seen, any IWB doesn't appeal to me it terms of comfort, fit, and drawing the gun smoothly. I have considered a paddle style, but the gap between the belt and holster seems a bit too wide for concealed carry and printing may be pronounced. I've looked at companies like Urban Carry Holsters, Vedder, Alien Gear, We The People Holsters, and on and on. One model seems promising...a leather/Kydex hybrid such as: LockLeather OWB Holster, but it's an only an option at the moment.
The bottom line is that I need some advice/recommendations from experienced owners such as yourselves. Any help would be much appreciated. keep in mind, you're dealing with a babe in the woods, lol. Thanks in advance!