Recommend me a CCW Holster

[mrvash]

Hey guys, I'm in the middle of my CCW class at the moment, and I've purchased an Uncle Mike's IWB holster for my Ruger LC9 w/ lasermax mod. When I'm using this carry system, the firearm and holster definitely leaves an imprint and a pretty noticeable bulge. With that being said, I'm now thinking of getting some sort of shoulder system (Galco Lite holster) but I really like the IWB concept, are there any better holsters available?

By the way, I'm about a medium build at 5'7" 175-180 lbs.

[slowxturtle]

I haven't tried a shoulder rig before, but there are number of good IWB choices. I prefer kydex since it holds the opening of the holster open for re-holstering. It is also thin, light, and retention is great. Check out Bravo Concealment. There prices and wait time are less than Raven Concealment. I also heard a lot of great things about Crossbreed holster.

[Sebass]

I'm the same build as you (5'8" 165 lbs) and I conceal an M&P9c ina Crossbreed Supertuck @4 o clock all day...Also will conceal my full size 1911 when my holster from TT Gunleather gets here later this week

[Squidward]

Crossbreed! Very adjustable and very comfortable.

[c3 rolling]

You shouldnt have a problem concealing an LC9. I'm guessing you need to buy a size larger shirt.

[Trapper]

+1 for Crossbreed! I have one for my Sig 239 and Kahr PM9 and love them both. I'm 5'9" 185lbs and can conceal either pistol with ease

[lowend65]

+1 on Crossbreed, they are goofy-lookin but deploy fast and disappear.

http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/

I've also got a High-Noon IWB which isn't half bad

[mrvash]

Thanks for the suggestion guys, seems like I'm gonna have to pick me up a Crossbreed to try on for size! until then, I just bought a belly band (gun holster + 2 mag holsters) from eBay.

[IVth Horseman]

Another one for crossbreed. And the Galco miami shoulder holster is great for winter under a coat.

[HK4113]

+1 crossbreed supertuck. I have one for my lcr and just ordered 3 more today one for my G26 and two different ones for my gf's beretta cheetah

[Tiberius]

The Crossbreeds get good reviews here. I've never tried one - it just looks like such a big piece of material to shove in your pants.

I stumbled on these and I've bought several, for different weapons:

http://www.jbpholsters.com/servlet/the-67/LEATHER-GUN-HOLSTER-JBP/Detail

It's a well-made leather holster, with a clip and a belt slot, so it can be IWB or OWB. I only use it IWB. With the clip, it's very quick and easy to take the whole holster on and off, which I like.

One tip on printing: cant. For me, at least, it helps a great deal to tip the gun forward a bit; that way, the butt lines up against my body and doesn't stick out. You might also consider pocket carry - some folks do that with LC9s.

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[SacTown]

I have a MaxTuck IWB holster from White Hat Holsters. I would definitely check them out. Lots of options and you can buy extra kydex for different carry options.

http://www.WhiteHatHolsters.com/MaxTuck-IWB-Hybrid-Holster-Natural-Horsehide-p/natural-tan-horse.htm

Not my pic but here is what a basic White Hat MaxTuck looks like.

[jlbflyboy172]

If you like the idea of the Crossbread, you should also check out Tucker Gun Leather and look at the "Answer". Very nice holster and they have some options I have not seen with other makers. Good luck with what ever you choose.

[zdragon]

I've purchased an Uncle Mike's IWB holster for my Ruger LC9 w/ lasermax mod. I really like the IWB concept, are there any better holsters available?

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By zdagon52 at 2012-05-18
all BS aside....best IWB leather holster for the LC9 IMHO.

[Can't buy anything here]

A shoulder holster for that little thing would be overkill. A decent iWb like the one above should work fine as long as you don't wear spandex shirts.