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Looking at that outward cant on the grip in that holster I can't imagine that my G30SF sticks out that far in my paddle serpa. I just went to check in the mirror and the grip has a bit of an inward cant.
I have a Blackhawk Serpa with loops and it is comfortable to carry but it does hang out, even with a good belt. When I say "stick out" I compare it to my leather OWB holster but I have no comparison to the paddle version.surferdaddy wrote:I did at one point try one for my m&p; It was actually more comfortable than I anticipated. I'd say the only place I felt it lacked a bit was in concealability, it was my only foray into paddle holsters. I have seen that they are available with loops; I wonder if it would be significantly more discreet?Beiruty wrote:How about Blackhawk Sepra with a good and stiff gun belt?
I carried a G27 in a blackhawk serpa sportster paddle setup for about 9-10 years without any problems. Since switching to a G30SF, I got another blackhawk serpa sportster for it and have been carrying for about 3-4 years now, also without any problems. They do stick out a tiny bit more than some holsters, but apparently not enough to be an issue. Even in the summer time.bmwrdr wrote:I have a Blackhawk Serpa with loops and it is comfortable to carry bit it does hang out, even with a good belt. When I say "stick out" I compare it to my leather OWB holster but I have no comparison to the paddle version.surferdaddy wrote:I did at one point try one for my m&p; It was actually more comfortable than I anticipated. I'd say the only place I felt it lacked a bit was in concealability, it was my only foray into paddle holsters. I have seen that they are available with loops; I wonder if it would be significantly more discreet?Beiruty wrote:How about Blackhawk Sepra with a good and stiff gun belt?
I accumulated a large box of holsters over time as well and if you find one, meeting your criteria, please let us know.surferdaddy wrote:Ok, so my drawer of holsters has turned into a box of them and now I am considering a tote to contain all of my attempts at finding a holster which suits my needs. I have grown tired of wasting money. So my issues are as follows.
I carry a Glock 27. I have many other...a few other defensive implements but my glock and I are pals; I trust it, love it's size/weight to firepower ratio and I wield it well enough to be considered effective. As much as I like my glock, it is a bit chunky and fully loaded has some heft. So, I've tried many IWB holster ranging from standard hybrid to Nate² to all leather to all kydex. I found the nate to be the most comfortable but even it always seemed to pull my britches down as I am a bit lacking in the trunk department. I generally use a wilderness tactical 5 stitch 1 3/4" instructors belt but also have kydex reinforced leather rigs that I use as well; good belts. IWB=no good for me.
So on to OWB holsters. I've had a few in leather; dm bullard side guard/dual carry, desantis pancake. All dug in to me if worn long enough. So I'm now thinking kydex owb. I can't seem to find a holster with what I hope will make a holster work for me.
I would like:
A generous curvature as I like to carry 3 o'clock or just in front of hip bone (2:45 ish)
A mostly flat back to minimize pressure points; most molding on the front.
Adjustable height and cant would be nice.
Maybe a comfort lining on the back to further eliminate hot spots.
Good close to the body carry for concealment.
Body shield.
Would be nice to be able to switch loops for different belt sizes.
Now, if anyone knows of a maker who has all these features; you could just save me a lot of money. And thanks for reading about my issues as I'm a desperate man.
Surfer
