Fobus holsters

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Folks,

I'd love some educated opinions on Fobus holsters. I've been researching good paddle holsters for my CCW firearms. I'm considering picking up one of their paddle holsters for my S&W M60.

Thanks.
 
I sometimes carry my 649 in a Fobus. It's not the best holster but it's an OK holster. It works, reasonably concealable, fairly secure, and OK comfortable. Not bad for the money.
 
I like mine, carry my G22 in it alot, doesnt hug as tight as some leather, but also dont have to worry about it getting wet!
 
They seem like really good quality for a bit over $20. The paddle holster is far superior than the belt.
 
I want to start off by saying that what does not work for some may work fine for others. I have owned two Fobus holsters but returned both to the dealer. Back in the day when I dabbled in drug enforcement, a lot of the undercover guys I worked with loved the Fobus for their GLOCKS. I got one for my G27 but did not like it. Half the time the gun did not clear the holster and I ended up pulling my pants up which was very unpleasant at times. Just a few weeks ago I tried one again; this time for my S&W 640. Same thing. Also, I now have arthritis in my wrists so after a short time practicing my draw my wrist was in a lot of pain. I do like how they ride and they conceal very well. If they made one with a thumbstrap for the J frames, I would probably get one.

Just my input.
 
My fobus destroyed the finish on my glock. Some people have had no problems but I have so it's just a heads up.
 
I have about four Fobus paddles for my Glocks and my 1911s.

For the range awesome.

Sometimes for winter OWB carry, the Glock 20 and Glock 21 come along.

For the $$$, best value :)
 
Horrible, horrible holsters.

I bought one of their paddle holsters for a Glock (sorry, don't remember which Glock). The fit was so tight I had to hold it two hands to draw (yank) the gun out of the holster. Of course, with its rivet construction it is not adjustable.

I threw the thing in the trash where it belonged.
 
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I'm considering picking up one of their paddle holsters for my S&W M60.
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I bought one a week or ten days ago. I was concerned about scratching; even if I hadn't been, I'm a leather snob.

It's actually a dandy little holster. It's quick to put on and take off. It holds the gun securely, although there's a slight rattle. It doesn't make my trousers feel tighter. It's easily adjustable for cant, height, and tension on the firearm. It fits the gun considerably better than the last $150 Kramer holster I bought.

It's still an ugly lump of plastic, but I have to admit it's entirely functional, and set me back $25. Hard to knock that.
 
I have used a FOBUS paddle holster to CCW my Glock 17 for over two years now and love it. It disappears under a casually untucked T-shirt or polo and draws absolutely no unwanted attention - at least not that I have ever been made aware of.

My only criticism are the three rivets used to hold the body of the holster to the back of the paddle are prone to rusting from prolonged exposure to moisture (ie. sweat) and oxidation transfer to the gun.

If one is more concerned with retaining a safe-queen, factory fresh finish on a firearm, you may want to reconsider your priorities as to why you CCW in the first place. Leave the safe-queens at home, carry your working gun and to hell with what the outside looks like as long as it performs when it is called upon to do so.
 
no lining... I've had several and only had one that wouldn't reliably let go of the gun... But I fixed that by drilling out the trigger rivet and replacing it with a screw and nut setup...

Cheap holsters, Yes, but more than adequate most of the time...
 
I was given a fobus holster for my Ruger P97. I can testify to it holding the gun securely. In fact it's so secure I can't get the gun out with one hand. May try The Drew's idea.
 
I occaisionally use a paddle for my 1911 and hi-power. The regular paddle seems to keep it alot closer to the body than the roto-paddle. I don't have a problem with retention either way, and its generally comfortable, though never as comfortable as leather.

It IS rough on the finish, but my hi-power is an FM with the spraypainted looking black coating, which i'm kinda hoping looks like poo after a few months in the fobus, so i'll have an excuse to get it refinished.
 
I just picked up a fobus holster for a Taurus M85. I now have a total of 8 fobus holsters. I like them a lot. I lubricate the inside of the holster with spray silicone. It helps the release a lot. They are tight when new, but will break in with use.
 
I have one for Makarov. It's nice but Uncle Mikes makes one for the same price that seems to be a little nicer. (not as floppy, adjustable retention, and the paddle holds on to your pants tighter) They aren't very good for concealment though. I found the Galco Matrix ($20) to be much better for concealment but I don't think they make one for your gun.

You can get a good concealment holster for $50 - 60. It is definately worth the money. I like to wear T-shirt and when I wear the fobus I find it to be about as concealable as an AK with a 30 round mag inserted.
 
I have two Fobus holsters, one for a Sig 228 and one for a Bersa Thunder 380.

I'd have to say they are the best holsters for the money. They are nice and secure and simply ride well for me.
I have never had problems drawing. One thing many people don't think of is your belt. Get a sturdy belt, wider is better. If you have problems drawing it may be because your pants/belt have too much slack or are too flimsy.

I do like the holsters, especially since I'm poor, but the one thing I do not like is the wear unlined kydex puts on the guns. Its not a problem for my Sig because it is beat to heck to begin with, but after 10 draws with the Bersa it shows wear.
 
I have three Fobus holsters currently. One for a 1911, one for my PT-92, and one for my PT-911. The 1911 and the PT-92 are the standard friction style paddle holsters. The one for my PT911 is a safety button type, originally made for the Taurus PT940/938. It just so happens that the PT911 is on the same frame.

I've had no problems with any of them. I just wish they made one for my 911 in a left handed version as I found out a few months ago that I shoot better left than right, and am trying to convert all my holsters to that style.
 
The rivets break too easily. OK for range use, but I wouldn't depend on one.
 
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