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I've tried a lot of holsters. My favorites come down to two. The Crossbreed and the Mitch Rosen Express Line. The only knock on either is that I've broken a few of the J hooks on the Mitch Rosen, in 12 years. I don't think you can find a more comfortable inside the belt holster than those two.
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As anticipated - lots of great experience here and well-written replies. Very helpful - somehow we will get it sorted out. Thanks a bunch.
Any more out there?
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Bianchi 100 Professional IWB I use this on a daily basis, easy on easy off, quick draw and secure enough to go quad riding and not worry about it falling out. ![[Linked Image]](https://media.midwayusa.com/productimages/880x660/Primary/197/197503.jpg)
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I'm not usually into "cheapy" shooting supplies, but honestly, the most comfortable and practical IWB holster I have ever used is the BLACKHAWK! Inside the Pant holster. I believe they are like a neoprene-type material. At less than $20, I have one for each auto I have (I've never used them with revolvers) and I carry one daily (including at work,) from the time I get up in the morning to the time I go to bed at night, usually with a full-size auto (Size 3, I believe:) Beretta M9, HK USP 45, Springfield XD-M, etc. They're so comfortable, for me anyhow, that I forget they're there, they add no weight, and are the only way I can carry a gun anymore all day long without my sciatica acting up after years of wearing a duty belt and sitting in a car for 12 hours. Of course your mileage may vary... I have a few nice leather IWB holsters, and to be honest, I rarely use them anymore. These are what I am talking about... http://www.cabelas.com/product/BLAC...hShabp4xN56caApj98P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.dsFunny, I often default back to those for IWB carry. Keep a few on hand as they do fall apart quickly. But they work better than some of my leather ones as they are thinner.
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I carry AIWB and prefer a straight drop designed to allow a full firing grip made from kydex w/ a strong simple metal clip. My favorites are Center of Mass and Bladetech. I carry a Glock 19 all day, every day.
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I'm not usually into "cheapy" shooting supplies, but honestly, the most comfortable and practical IWB holster I have ever used is the BLACKHAWK! Inside the Pant holster. I believe they are like a neoprene-type material. At less than $20, I have one for each auto I have (I've never used them with revolvers) and I carry one daily (including at work,) from the time I get up in the morning to the time I go to bed at night, usually with a full-size auto (Size 3, I believe:) Beretta M9, HK USP 45, Springfield XD-M, etc. They're so comfortable, for me anyhow, that I forget they're there, they add no weight, and are the only way I can carry a gun anymore all day long without my sciatica acting up after years of wearing a duty belt and sitting in a car for 12 hours. Of course your mileage may vary... I have a few nice leather IWB holsters, and to be honest, I rarely use them anymore. These are what I am talking about... http://www.cabelas.com/product/BLAC...hShabp4xN56caApj98P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.dsFunny, I often default back to those for IWB carry. Keep a few on hand as they do fall apart quickly. But they work better than some of my leather ones as they are thinner. +2 on the Blackhawk or Uncle Mikes neoprene holsters. They are very comfortable, provide a full grip, reasonably durable, lightweight, don't break the bank, and if you need to customize them a bit, all you need are scissors. I have several other more expensive holsters and still find myself going back to these; at least for my lighter weight compact pistols. The only con I can think of is they collapse on the draw requiring two hands to re-holster. I don't consider that to be a serious ding; if I really need to draw the pistol I don't think I'll be in a rush to re-holster.
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The alienwear tuck 3.0 is what I went with. Everything about it is adjustable. Got the spare mag holster as well. So far so good. I am new to CC so don't read much into my choice.
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"Best" is very subjective and can vary due to the type/size of pistol one is trying to conceal carry. I recently bought a S&W Shield and Ruger LCPII for concealed carry. I bought the Vedder Light Tuck (kydex holster) for the Shield and (for me) it is uncomfortable for long term use, especially if lots of sitting is in order. I ended up with the DeSantis Inside Heat leather holster for the Shield and it is comfortable, reasonably priced and secure. For the Ruger LCP II I find the kydex holsters like the Vedder or Concealment Express to be comfortable due to the small size of the pistol. I opted to buy the Concealment Express IWB and can find no fault with it and it was very reasonably priced. However, most of the time I will pocket carry this little pistol in a BORAII kydex pocket holster, which is perfect for pocket carry.
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I've tried several of the expensive versions but have found simple is usually better. Like others have mentioned I have several of these or similar versions. I usually cut the belt clip off, the gun ain't going anywhere with a belt on anyway. The neoprene sticks to you pants and body. I've used the belt clip when wearing gym shorts with elastic waist band. Other wiseit isn't needed and I can get the gun lower without it. I don't recall the brand, but I've seen them with no belt clip and in flesh tone colors. http://www.cabelas.com/product/BLAC...hShabp4xN56caApj98P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.dsDepending on the gun these work well too. A G26 or G43 are what I usually carry, but occasionally a G29. I won't carry them with a clipdraw and a loaded chamber. That is why I prefer the neoprene style. But if you for most other guns this is a good option. http://clipdraw.com/
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I've tried a bunch for many years and most did not please me. The Milt Sparks VM II is one of the very best and the long waiting period testifies to it. Last year I tried an El Paso Saddlery C-force and was surprised that I like it more than the VM II. Price was reasonable and the waiting period was shorter than the Sparks product.
Tried the Crossbreed and was not happy with it. Body shape and clothing preferences will affect your opinion.
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I have found that the soft IWB holsters defy regular practice due to difficult reholstering. Accessing and presenting your pistol for a <1.5 second 1st shot is important to me and requires about 50 reps/week to maintain.
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Don't wish it were easier
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Stab them in the taint, you can't put a tourniquet on that.
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I'd like to report that my Crossbreed horsehide backed holsters are, but their "two week" lead time has been a month so far.
Anything from Milt Sparks is proven, high quality, and worth the weight. I don't think they are particularly heavy. Thanks for that.  Distracted typing can create similar damage to the English language as distracted driving can to a Buick.  I corrected my post.
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The best ISWB holsters I've ever used are from Milt sparks and Mitch Rosen. A good leather holster is heads above anything else.
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I just got a Vedder. I like it
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I might have to try one of the Milt Sparks, but I honestly can't like IWB, so other than Mexican carry, I don't do it.
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I have a Stealth Gear USA holster for a G19. The "Ventcore" fabric supposedly alleviates discomfort from sweating as well as, or better than, other materials. I haven't used it extensivley enough yet to give it an unqualified thumbs-up, but so far I am very satisfied with it. I also have a horsehide Crossbreed holster for another pistol that works well. Here is a link to the Stealth Gear website. They have many different styles: Stealth Gear USA
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