First, GREAT review. I've been doing some real thinking about that holster. When I build up my next Hi Power, I may have to have one to go with it.

I have a VM II for my Commander, and a Com3 from HBE Specialty Leatherworks for my full size (but I carry my commander in it often because it's my favorite).

Here's why I like it more than the VM II:

1 - The leather is considerably thinner, which makes for a more comfortable carry.
2 - Although mine is smooth on the outside, it's not as smooth as the VM II, so it doesn't move around as much. Next time, I'll forego all the pretty and do a rough outside finish.
3 - The lack of the reinforcement at the top makes a big different in carry comfort, but it does complicate one handed re-holstering if my belt is cinched real tight. It can still be done, but I have to cant the gun way forward and kinda wedge the muzzle in, and the rock the whole thing into position.
4 - It's secure, and a touch faster getting the gun out of leather.


All that said, I'm still a HUGE fan of the VM II, and I still carry it often.

Here's a photo of a Com3 that's similar to mine. Mine is Cordovan color finish with black sharkskin highlights. [Linked Image]