I recently took all of the classes to get my concealed weapon permit and I am still waiting to see if I receive it. I am looking for some input on what kind of holster I should look at getting. I am looking for a concealment type holster. I am not sure if I want an inside the pants holster or an outside one. Any suggestions? I have a S&W .40 Cal model 4046. I was looking around on a few web pages and found a few guys that liked the galco skyops holster which is an inside the pants. I would like something that I can conceal with only wearing a shirt and pants.
First, WELCOME to the FTF! Second, what's your budget? If you want the best you can not go wrong with a Sparks Versa Max II. Milt Sparks Holsters Of course if you ordered it today you may get it in 36 weeks! My everyday is a Galco Royal Guard. It's OK but not a Sparks!
I have a Galco IWB holster for my M&P 40. I would suggest this for your handgun also. Its a little rugged at first, but definitely softens up after you continually wear it. Its very comfortable and its built to last a lifetime. However, I can't find it online, I hope it hasn't been discontinued.
Try this: Galco holsters; Holsters; Gun holster, pistol holsters, western holsters, shoulder holsters, leather holster and Glock holsters Concealed Carry Holsters: Personal Defense Solutions Holsters for concealed carry DO NOT buy a quality (or any) holster and neglect the belt! This is an equally important element in your conceal carry wardrobe. Trust me on this! You would be far better off with a quality carry belt and a cheap holster. I SPEAK TO TRUTH! If you get a high-end rig and throw in the mag pouch expect to spent at minimum, $300. A good belt will cost as much, and usually more than the holster. (~$125-150)
I have carried with this holster, only I have the Summer Comfort IWB for my 45 Colt Government. Great rig with a good belt. Not for shirt and slacks concealment but very comfortable. If you want to carry in shirt and slacks, get another weapon. IMHO
I find, finding the right holster, that matches your needs, is a tricky thing. Some people like inside the pants, other pancake style, again others like duty style holsters and again others like shoulder holsters. In the end you will have to find that out by yourself. Just keep the comfort issue in mind. When I worked for a security company, we carried our firearms concealed for 8 to 12 hours. Sitting longer times in the duty car but also walking our guard route. For that, the holster has to be comfortable while sitting in the car, and for me the inside the pants wasn`t very comfortable, snice when sitting down, the weapon gets pulled more into the waist, then when walking or standing. If you have a firearm whith a longer barrel, it could be uncomfortable when having the firearm in a pancake or duty style holster, when sitting down and the barrel gets pushed up by the car seat or so. In the end, what I used was a hip bag for firearms. The weapon is concealed and you can very easyily take the bag off when sitting in a car or what ever.
It looks like since I have a S&W 4046 I don't have a lot of options for a IWB rig. Most of the models they have out there don't look like they would fit my gun. I will have to search for products that are made for my model gun.
After looking around it doesn't look like I have a lot of option for an IWB holster for my S&W 4046. Most of the holsters won't fit my gun. I will have to search by model type made for my gun I guess.
Plenty out there: Galco S&W 4046 Holsters http://www.opticsplanet.net/bianchi-s-w-4046-holster-filter.html http://www.donhume.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=67_357_259
Lots of options just not very many for Inside The Waste. Anyone out there carry a S&W 4046? I would be interested in hearing what type of IWB holster you use. Thanks for all the info Guys. This is a great site I'm glad I stumbled across it.
It all depends on personal preference and individual circumstances. For example, a shoulder holster is better if you're sitting in a car when you need your sidearm. I'm a bit plump so I don't feel comfortable with an inside the pants holster. My preference is a belt paddle holster that separates the sidearm from the body. It rides high and hides well under an untucked shirt. Your .40 is a larger framed gun and maybe not the best choice for concealment. I don't see being able to hide it effectively in the belt under a shirt. I have a compact 9mm and usually forget I'm carrying. 34sail
I am thinking that I may have to invest in a smaller gun for concealment and use my 4046 in the winter when it can be covered by cloths.
