How do you carry your snubby?

[DonGlock26]

Well, summer's coming, sooooo.... How do you carry your snubby? Pics and holster links would be nice.

[Spiff_P239]

While I don't have my belt, holster, or snubby yet (all 3 have been ordered in the last 3 days), I will be carrying a S&W M&P 340 in .357 Magnum using a bullhide belt from the Beltman (www.thebeltman.net) in a Canute IWB from Ugly Bald Guy (www.ubgholsters.com). Hope this helps.

[glockess56]

I carry my 442 in a DeSantis speed scabbard, OWB strong side. I recently purchased a Don Hume JIT and it fits well, also. I also have a holster from K&D Holsters which fits in my back pocket and I can unsnap it an carry it in another pocket. The backing on the back pocket set-up doesn't print.

[smith10]

Originally posted by Spiff_P239
While I don't have my belt, holster, or snubby yet (all 3 have been ordered in the last 3 days), I will be carrying a S&W M&P 340 in .357 Magnum using a bullhide belt from the Beltman (www.thebeltman.com) in a Canute IWB from Ugly Bald Guy (www.ubgholsters.com). Hope this helps.


Sounds like a really good setup. Jframes are like 1911s and glocks. There is so much different gear made for 'em. Great cary guns aren't they?

[Spiff_P239]

Originally posted by smith10
Sounds like a really good setup. Jframes are like 1911s and glocks. There is so much different gear made for 'em. Great cary guns aren't they?

I've always been a semi-automatic kind of guy as I never really got into shooting the GP-100 that I bought on a whim because my dad really liked it. However, when I looked into acquiring my first true carry gun, I wanted something in a respectable caliber, small size, light weight, and most importantly, something that I could shoot well. I tried the Kahr MK9/PM9 series but went with the J-frame because of the better sights, .357 Magnum option (I'll carry the 135 grain Speer GDHP .38+P though), proven reliability, and overall shooting feel. The MK9 was really slippery in my hands and the grips were cheaply made. When my M&P 340 shows up, it'll be coming with me wherever I can legally carry it and I won't feel undergunned.

[LabTech]

My 360PD is carried daily in either a Don Hume JIT OWB or a Desantis Nemesis in my pocket.

[Goldstar225]

S&W 642 in a Mika round cut pocket holster.

[cowboywannabe]

desantis ankle rig or a safariland model 25 pocket holster.

[Al Czervik]

I carry my 340PD in a Nemesis pocket holster. I carry it in the holster for smaller autos. I don't like the J-frame holster. The way it is sewn makes the gun ride higher than I prefer. As the smaller auto holster does not a model specific trigger guard sewn in, it rides lower and conceals better for me.

[akbound]

Wow, where to start.....if the wife is carrying her snub, it's likely to be her 642 in one of her purse holsters. (Her P-32 always rides her slack pockets.) Though she will sometimes carry the 642 in a jacket or coat pocket weather permitting. If either of us are pocket carrying a J Frame it is likely as not in a Galco (roughcut out) Horsehide PH158, pocket holster or a Galco OWB Speed Master. Additionally we both have fanny pack holsters (several in leather and nylon) that can and have been used in appropriate settings, and Galco Belly Band holsters.

If you're allowing 3" K Frames, ;) her 3", Md 65-5LS is nearly always carried in a DeSantis 001 13 OWB, thumb break. This she usually reserves as a "field gun" though she used it once (was her car gun) to good effect in Wasilla, Alaska (of all places) to prevent her van being jacked, (at a minimum, as we have no idea what the two malcontents might else have wanted).

I have and use (all to some degree though some more often than others) a Bianchi #55L Lightning OWB for 2" J Frames. An old Bianchi #12 fleece lined, Ankle Holster with calf support strap. A FIST IWB UltraThin, and a Galco Royal Guard IWB.

And once again if you'll allow my 2 1/2" L Frame 296Ti, .44Special, I use a Ross OWB L Frame 2 1/2" leather holster. The gun belt I normally wear is also a Ross Lined belt with brass furnishings. Also depending upon our circumstances of dress, etc. we will either have Bianchi speed strips or speed loaders (usually HKS) with appropriate pouches, etc. Though in some limited applications I may use a dump pouch.

We have any number of J Frames that we can choose from though the most often used for CCW are either the 642, the 649, or the 637, and usually in that order. The carry load most likely used is Speer Gold Dot 135+P's. Some instances we might switch to either 158+P LSWCHP's, or Federal 110gr Personal Protection, HydraShoks. (Limited carry of 125gr JHP in .357Mag for the 649.) And if in the field there is no telling what load(s) we might be using. Everything from CCI snake shot, to .38 TargetHBWC, to full blown magnums (649 only).

To top it off we have an assortment (couple boxes) of holsters especially in kydex (like FOBUS) and nylon (Bianchi Accumold through Uncle Mike's) and odd leather gear to pick and choose from for rugged field use.

Phewww...........glad that's done!

Dave ;)

P.S. Forgot to add I also have a SigTac Jacket that sees a lot of use in cold weather. I've carried any number of the Snubs in it's included nylon holsters.

[aaronrkelly]

I carry mine in a Don Hume JIT

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w193/aaronsguns/Carry%20Pics/jcarry.jpg

[Blade37db]

I seem to prefer carrying my Model 60 in a DeSantis bellyband.

[K9Glocker]

Kramer Pocket.

[smith10]

Originally posted by aaronrkelly
I carry mine in a Don Hume JIT

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w193/aaronsguns/Carry%20Pics/jcarry.jpg


The Hume J.I.T. is a great holster for many guns, but especially for the snubby revos.

[QWKDRAW]

I've got a box full of seldom used holsters for my two hammerless and one full hammer, These days, I just drop it in a pocket and head out the door. Oh yeah, if I think of it, I might grab a single speed strip for a reload, but even that can be bothersome at times.

[flyandscuba]

Right front pocket -- in an Uncle Mike's #4....inexpensive and functional. Two reloads in moon clips in the left pocket.

[jtull7]

In my teeth.

[isp2605]

If I'm wearing an untucked shirt like a t-shirt then I use a IWB holster which carries the butt and just a bit of the trigger guard above the beltline. If I'm wearing a tucked in shirt I carry the holster pictured below. It carries with the top of the butt even with the beltline so that just a bit of shirt blouse conceals.

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c125/ispcapt/guns/649IWB.jpg

[G33]

I usually do not go here...

I use the velcro holster that is used on Vests.
And stick it here and there...sometimes.
:shocked: :supergrin:

[Goldstar225]

S&W 642 in a Mika round cut pocket holster.

[LAWDOGKMS]

Originally posted by isp2605
If I'm wearing an untucked shirt like a t-shirt then I use a IWB holster which carries the butt and just a bit of the trigger guard above the beltline. If I'm wearing a tucked in shirt I carry the holster pictured below. It carries with the top of the butt even with the beltline so that just a bit of shirt blouse conceals.

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c125/ispcapt/guns/649IWB.jpg

Please tell me how you did that? (the badge in the grip)

I would love to take one of my agency lapel pins and mount it in my grip like that..

[isp2605]

Originally posted by LAWDOGKMS
Please tell me how you did that? (the badge in the grip)

I would love to take one of my agency lapel pins and mount it in my grip like that..
The grips are Uncle Mikes. Outlined the lapel pin on the grip, using a dremel with a very fine tip grinding wheel removed inside the outline just deep enough where the pin would be flush, then used GOOP to hold the pin in place. That one has been in there for close to 10 yrs. Wore the 649 in an ankle rig everyday when on the job so it took a beating but never came loose. You can see some of the scratches and dings on the pin.

[Glocktex]

Originally posted by isp2605
If I'm wearing an untucked shirt like a t-shirt then I use a IWB holster which carries the butt and just a bit of the trigger guard above the beltline. If I'm wearing a tucked in shirt I carry the holster pictured below. It carries with the top of the butt even with the beltline so that just a bit of shirt blouse conceals.

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c125/ispcapt/guns/649IWB.jpg

Who makes that holster? It rides lower than I have seen a lot of them ride.

Thanks.

[yotecaller]

Here is my J Frame with my OWB Hoster made by Galco.

[isp2605]

Originally posted by Glocktex
Who makes that holster? It rides lower than I have seen a lot of them ride.
Thanks.
I don't remember now. About 10 yrs ago I was on a military deployment to FL and stopped in a gun shop in Ft Walton Beach. The guy had a box of "Anything for $5" holsters. This one was new still in the package. I picked it up because it did ride lower than any I'd seen before. It was one of the major makers, ie, Bianchi, Safariland, Galco, just can't remember. I didn't keep the package and there's no name on it anywhere. Not only does it conceal really well with just a slightly bloused shirt but it's more comfortable because only the grip is at the beltline and not the thicker cylinder. Also, the clip doesn't ride over the cylinder so it rides thinner.
I talked to a buddy of mine who makes really nice holsters about doing one like it for a PPK/s. I've just got to take the PPK/s to him for a pattern. He or any holster maker who does the soft pocket type IWB should be able to make one for a J frame.

[dano8801]

Originally posted by Blade37db
I seem to prefer carrying my Model 60 in a DeSantis bellyband.

My first handgun was a Model 60. I knew nothing about snubs, other than I really liked it.

I ended up bringing it to work and bobbing the hammer. Came out great.

And oh yeah, I carry my snub in a SmartCarry usually.

[Glock21Owner]

If I carry my Model 49 it is in a Fobus ankle holster

[gunsmoke92]

I use a Galco USA 158. It's tuckable and comfortable. Here's some pics for you, basically before, during, and hidden.

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g125/gunsmoke92/guns/snubby2.jpg
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g125/gunsmoke92/guns/snubby3.jpg
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g125/gunsmoke92/guns/snubby1.jpg


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Sorry, not quite in order and the shot of the holster is a little fuzzy.

[G30IWB]

340 pd front left pocket in an uncle mike's size 3 bianchi speed strip in watch pocket.

[cocked@locked]

I carry my chiefs with barami hip grips, they are very versatile, and also very comfortable, it melts away iwb, i actually forget it s there most of the time, i pretty much never carry in a holster any more.

[PaladinX13]

Originally posted by gunsmoke92
I use a Galco USA 158. It's tuckable and comfortable. Here's some pics for you, basically before, during, and hidden. Wow, thanks for the heads up, that looks exactly like what I'm looking for!

[PaladinX13]

Anyone have experience with the Deep Drop Bandit from BCO?
http://www.bellcharteroakholsters.com/iwb.html

It looks like another holster I might be interested in.

[bocephus549]

I currently have the Don Hume JIT for my G27 & 1911 S&W they work great in both applications.

I currently carry my J Frame in my pocket but plan on getting a Hume for it as well.

[Walter45Auto]

Originally posted by Glocktex
Who makes that holster? It rides lower than I have seen a lot of them ride.

Thanks.

I think it's a Bianchi. Or I've seen one made by Bianchi before, at least. It looks like a Bianchi to me.


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:reindeer: :50cal:

[40SX]

Usually in a Galco High Ride.

Dennis

[mquaack]

Originally posted by LabTech
My 360PD is carried daily in either a Don Hume JIT OWB or a Desantis Nemesis in my pocket.

Is the JIT a slide type OWB holster?
How does the revolver fit in the holster?
Is it in there good and sturdy?
Thanks.

[Goldstar225]

I carry my 642 in a Mika pocket holster (round cut). Inexpensive ($18.00 shipped), breaks up the guns outline, stay in place on the draw and comfortable.

[cannoncocker]

in a don humes leather holster at 4 oclock

[Stainz]

Here are my 296 and 642 in Mika's pocket holsters.



http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u307/Stainz_2007/IMG_0206.jpg
Stainz

[Dogbite]

I carry a Smith 638 everyday in my right front pocket with a Uncle mikes pocket holster. It works very very well. It is super comfortable in shorts or jeans. Hope this helps!

[glockess56]

Yes, a JIT holster fits on your belt, outside and the gun slips nicely into the holster. JIT holsters carry really nice and I use one for my 442 and one for my G26.

[ChTony]

Glocktek -

that is a Bianchi waistband clip holster; I just picked some up here:

http://www.newyorkironworks.com/inwaishol.html

[mquaack]

Bought a Don Hume JIT for my 642. Could not be happier.

[SouthpawShootr]

642 with crimson trace grips in a Hedley pocket holster (the best of it's type IMO). Front pocket strong side.

[mustachio]

My 637 carries IWB on my right hip.

[LinuxKnight]

My S&W 640 rides in a Desantis Nemesis in the pocket mostly, and sometimes in an Uncle Mike's ankle rig.

[DAdams]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v237/dmadams/P5150002.jpg

Mika roundcut.

I may try one of these. Weakside cross draw for driving and owb in hot steamy FL under an island shirt.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v237/dmadams/CrossdrawModel-17-3-large.jpg

[meshmdz]

the smitty j frames are just WRONG not to carry. they are the best revolvers on the market IMO and they disappear now matter how you choose to carry them. I cant carry my glock without having my little j frame somewhere nearby... the 26 gets lonesome without the 642 (soon to be 637) :)

[FM12]

As I have posted before, I just stick mine in a pocket, front or rear, just depends. Sometimes, I'll tie it to a string (A really NICE string), and just drag it behind me. But mostly in a pocket. Mostly.

[pete1953]

I carry my S&W 642 in a Mitch Rosen Workman pocket holster right front pocket. It is my always carry setup - even in the house at home.

[prairieviper]

On duty as my BUG, my 637 rides in a Desantis Apache ankle holster. I use it off duty sometimes as well. When off duty, I also use a pocket holster made from an old Suede leather IWB holster. I removed the clip, recut the holster making a few modifications and it works great.

[HiVelSword]

I carry my 3" 629 (no full length underlug) in an old modified DeSantis pancake holster. It was originally for a 4" but my friend is good with leather so he shortened it.

Anyway, it's pretty beat and I'm looking for a new rig. I'd prefer a paddle holster but I'm guessing I'm outta luck there.

Who makes a decent open top holster for a 3" .44 that won't make my wallet want to go and file a police report?

;)

[DA1DE]

My first gun was a S&W model 10 with a two inch barrel. When I got a job, and carried a gun all the time, I needed the smallest, most dependable weapon I could find that would be invisible when I was wearing either a suit (day time) or sports clothes. I bought a Model 60 and carried that gun for years. I had a Bianchi IWB holster that clipped on my belt, but very often carried the revolver in a leather portfolio that went with me everywhere.

The model 60 was passed on to a younger officer and I now have the SW340PD and a model 637. Still use that same Bianchi holster, but I have a different leather portfolio.

I have tried lots and lots of other pistols, but I still find I trust the snub nose revolver the most.

[benji]

how well do the j frames stay concealed in a front pocket when sitting down?
i was looking into getting a kel-tec but after looking at them at the store and looking at the ammo i might just go with a j-frame. i'm a little worried about concealing the j-frame in a front pocket when sitting down (church, restaurants, etc.).

[Jon G23]

Originally posted by benji
how well do the j frames stay concealed in a front pocket when sitting down?
i was looking into getting a kel-tec but after looking at them at the store and looking at the ammo i might just go with a j-frame. i'm a little worried about concealing the j-frame in a front pocket when sitting down (church, restaurants, etc.).

Unless someone is looking for a gun, they will never notice it! My brother knows i carry almost always. I had my 642 in the front jeans pocket when he was near me, at least 4 weeks before I told him I had one. He was shocked that he never noticed! :-)

They are just made to carry well. My only complaint is... I want a Scandium frame one now.... the weight diff. is huge and it would just be so nice to carry such a light one!! To shoot it would be another story... but to carry every day.... sweet!

[JRP99]

I carry my Smith model 642 in my right front pocket in an Alessi pocket holster. i carry everywhere, everyday. I hardly know it's there.
JRP99

[Richard Simmons]

S&W Model 38 or 49 in a Renegade ankle rig.

[BamaBud]

This is one of my BBQ Snubs. It's a mod 60 no dash, polished, with Don Collins Black Corian grips. I got a custom made Alligator and Python pocket holster made by "the Crazy Old Cowboy" from Florida. He sells on Gunbroker occasionally.

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o68/JDSnead/Firearms/Smith%20Wesson/J%20Frames/60Snub3.jpg

Someone once said that the holster looked like one of those projects you make in summer camp! I carry this in my right front pocket unless I have my 340Sc in the left pocket in an Uncle Mike's.

My .02
BB

[Cousin]

I use any of three carry methods for my 642:

1. Uncle Mike's pocket holster
2. JBP Belt Slide holster
3. Kangaroo under-the-shirt crossdraw chest holster

[dkochan]

My three methods of carrying my J frame are:

Kydex pocket holster from Talon Tactical in front pants pocket
Uncle Mike's Size 3 Pocket Holster in a jacket pocket or AIWB
Uncle Mike Size 36 IWB holster at 4:00

[Glockwork Orange]

In my teeth.





SHENNANIGANS!!!:)



<----SW 638 in Nemesis w/ speed strip in watchpocket

[Retired Squid]

I carry my 642 in a Mika pocket holster (round cut). Inexpensive ($18.00 shipped), breaks up the guns outline, stay in place on the draw and comfortable.
As of Monday it was $21.95 delivered to Missouri. I did however opt for the Square cut model.

[Carlson1]

I carry a S&W 340PD in a K&D Holster in my front pocket and I carry my Model 66 in a Del Fatti on the belt.

[woodasptim]

how well do the j frames stay concealed in a front pocket when sitting down?
i was looking into getting a kel-tec but after looking at them at the store and looking at the ammo i might just go with a j-frame. i'm a little worried about concealing the j-frame in a front pocket when sitting down (church, restaurants, etc.).

My M&P340 in a Milt Sparks pocket holster
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i144/timbackp/IMG_8412ns.jpg

You'll have to excuse the crappy pic, but here is a pic of it in my pocket with me seated.

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i144/timbackp/IMG_9111.jpg

[Carlson1]

I just changed to a Nemesis and I like it because it is "softer."