Who here carries with a "tuckable" iwb holster.
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ZeSpectre
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I tried IWB briefly and didn't like it. However it was an extremely cheap holster. With the weather getting warmer I'm re-considering that method of carry and am looking at getting a "crossbreed" holster because the large leather flap looks like it would be relatively comfortable.
I am also interested in what others are using, especially the "tuckable" stuff.
I am also interested in what others are using, especially the "tuckable" stuff.
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I have a Galco tuckable that fits both my Kahr MK9 and FN Hi Power DAc. With the shirt tucked in there is still a noticeable lump behind my hip bone. No one has ever noticed (that I know of). I'm not crazy about the J-hook because while it is unobtrusive it still doesn't look like anything normal you would have in everyday life. I think the leather belt loop that were on the old Milt Sparks Workman was a better solution since you could hang keys from it so it looked like it was supposed to be there. These days I rarely wear it as a tuckable but wear it everyday as a IWB with my shirt over it. It is still a dandy holster that is super easy to put on and take off and I still have the option of tucking my shirt in if I need to be less casual.
Pocket carry doesn't work with most of my pants, so I almost exclusively use tuckable IWB at strongside hip for deep carry. Yeah, there are random clips that go to nowhere, but that's the tradeoff. I'm looking into modifying the clips on my tuckables into cellphone holsters to try to negate this issue.
With my PF-9, I use a SmartCarry. Completely invisible, and actually pretty comfortable. Downside is that it's basically secured by friction.
For my 1911, I've used the High Noon Holster Split Decision and Tailgate, and a CompTac CTAC.
I liked the CTAC the least. The adjustable clips make it a lot larger and more uncomfortable than the other two, but it is stable. It's well constructed and a good holster, but just didn't work out for me.
I have to recommend against the Split Decision except as a stopgap solution. While High Noon Holster's "glove leather" holsters are workable in no tuck configuration, the tuckable extension is too floppy in this material. This caused it to shift a lot more than I'd like, and it isn't one handed reholsterable. There's also no thumb safety coverage, but this really isn't an issue for Glocks.
The Tailgate is my favored tuckable for my 1911. It's stable, comfortable, one handed reholsterable, and offers good concealment. I really can't find much to complain about, except that the clip can afford to be a little smaller.
For my M&Ps, I use the BladeTech UCH. The belt clip is a lot more discreet than on the High Noon Holsters, but it's not a quick on quick off type. Otherwise, it's comfortable and stable, but concealment suffers compared to the 1911 as they're thicker.
With my PF-9, I use a SmartCarry. Completely invisible, and actually pretty comfortable. Downside is that it's basically secured by friction.
For my 1911, I've used the High Noon Holster Split Decision and Tailgate, and a CompTac CTAC.
I liked the CTAC the least. The adjustable clips make it a lot larger and more uncomfortable than the other two, but it is stable. It's well constructed and a good holster, but just didn't work out for me.
I have to recommend against the Split Decision except as a stopgap solution. While High Noon Holster's "glove leather" holsters are workable in no tuck configuration, the tuckable extension is too floppy in this material. This caused it to shift a lot more than I'd like, and it isn't one handed reholsterable. There's also no thumb safety coverage, but this really isn't an issue for Glocks.
The Tailgate is my favored tuckable for my 1911. It's stable, comfortable, one handed reholsterable, and offers good concealment. I really can't find much to complain about, except that the clip can afford to be a little smaller.
For my M&Ps, I use the BladeTech UCH. The belt clip is a lot more discreet than on the High Noon Holsters, but it's not a quick on quick off type. Otherwise, it's comfortable and stable, but concealment suffers compared to the 1911 as they're thicker.
Hidden Ally by High Noon - Used it for a Kahr PM9. The package was compact enough for "appendix carry," which was the fastest tucked draw I could pull off. Got uncomfortable after sitting for long periods though. Worn behind the hip I could barely tell it was there.
Tuck This! by DeSantis - Used it for an HK P2000. Excellent holster, very versatile. Adjustable J hook makes it good for strong side, SOB, or cross draw carry. Includes a pouch for a spare mag, I used it about 50% of the time (when my waistband could accomodate it). P2k is a larger piece, so I'm not sure how comfortable carrying it IWB tucked could possibly be, but the Tuck This! makes the experience pretty bareable.
Tuck This! by DeSantis - Used it for an HK P2000. Excellent holster, very versatile. Adjustable J hook makes it good for strong side, SOB, or cross draw carry. Includes a pouch for a spare mag, I used it about 50% of the time (when my waistband could accomodate it). P2k is a larger piece, so I'm not sure how comfortable carrying it IWB tucked could possibly be, but the Tuck This! makes the experience pretty bareable.
Henry Bowman
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I've done that for my BlackBerry. Makes it virtually invisible to all but a very trained eye. I have the Tucker Gunleather "Texas Heritage" for both a .38 snubbie and a 1911. I like the wide spaced clip that keep everything stable.
Still, whenever I can, I prefer OWB carry.
I don't tuck too often, but when I do it's either a Colt Govt .380 or Officer's Model 1911 in a Tucker Coverup (different holsters of course).
Either will disappear under a plain dress shirt. I've found that double stacks require so much blowsing as to not conceal too well tucked. I'll carry my p12 in the Tucker, but I don't bother trying to tuck it.
Joe
Either will disappear under a plain dress shirt. I've found that double stacks require so much blowsing as to not conceal too well tucked. I'll carry my p12 in the Tucker, but I don't bother trying to tuck it.
Joe
David904
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So... I just bought a Sig P226R and I need to get a tuckable holster for it as it is now my primary carry gun. What do you suggest?
nwilliams
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When its really hot and all I wear is a t-shirt jeans and un-tucked button-up shirt (my normal mode of dress) I carry my Russian Makarov iwb. When its cool enough to wear a coat (this time of year after sunset) I carry my fullsize S&W M&P.40 in kydex belt holster.
I have no problem carrying my Mak iwb I usually don't wear a belt when I do however so it fits in my jeans a little better. I can sit with it, drive with it, walk with it, do whatever and I hardly even notice it. I've tried carrying other guns iwb and its never worked out the Mak is the first gun I've owned that feels comfortable to carry that way. Personally I like to carry a harder hitting load than 9x18 but its reliable and accurate and better than no gun at all.
I have no problem carrying my Mak iwb I usually don't wear a belt when I do however so it fits in my jeans a little better. I can sit with it, drive with it, walk with it, do whatever and I hardly even notice it. I've tried carrying other guns iwb and its never worked out the Mak is the first gun I've owned that feels comfortable to carry that way. Personally I like to carry a harder hitting load than 9x18 but its reliable and accurate and better than no gun at all.
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geekWithA.45
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I use a bladetech tuckable w/ my Sig P245. It's pretty OK, and the holster's actually puppy proof, my shepherd mutt had at it for 20 min w/ merely a scratch. I rarely use the tuck feature, but one those rare occassions, I was damned glad I had it.
Dirty Bob
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Galco "USA" model
I carry in the appendix position, just to the right of the front belt loop, with a tuckable Galco "USA" holster. I carry tucked much of the time, and it works very well. Once it's tucked, I unbutton one of the shirt buttons, reach in, and rotate the pistol so that j-hook slides behind the front belt loop. This makes it less visible and makes the holstered gun a tad more comfortable.
Regards,
Dirty Bob
I carry in the appendix position, just to the right of the front belt loop, with a tuckable Galco "USA" holster. I carry tucked much of the time, and it works very well. Once it's tucked, I unbutton one of the shirt buttons, reach in, and rotate the pistol so that j-hook slides behind the front belt loop. This makes it less visible and makes the holstered gun a tad more comfortable.
That one didn't work for me. The belt is already away from my body because of the pistol behind it. This made the cell phone stick out about a mile, where it looked strange. It was much more noticeable than the j-hook behind a belt loop. YMMV
Regards,
Dirty Bob
ZeSpectre
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Man I love this board. You just saved me some potential frustration right there!
Dirty Bob
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Happy to help! You could try clipping your phone to your belt and sliding it along until it's next to the holster clip or loop, to see if you have the same problem I did. Maybe it'll work for you.
Regards,
Dirty Bob
Regards,
Dirty Bob
piniongear
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What's a 'tuckable'?.......
As the title states, what is a tuckable, as opposed to an inside the waistband holster?
I use a Mitch Rosen iwb to carry my Kahr P45. I have another Rosen iwb to carry my Kahr P9. These holsters are very good quality from what I have seen.
Anyone out there using a Rosen holster?.........pg
As the title states, what is a tuckable, as opposed to an inside the waistband holster?
I use a Mitch Rosen iwb to carry my Kahr P45. I have another Rosen iwb to carry my Kahr P9. These holsters are very good quality from what I have seen.
Anyone out there using a Rosen holster?.........pg
ZeSpectre
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piniongear ,
A regular IWB fits inside the waistband and holds your gun but any shirt you wear pretty much has to drape over the outside of the arrangement.
A "tuckable" version has these little "J" clips that allow you a space to tuck a shirt inside the belt but still over the gun. If you can work out the right arrangement of shirt and gun you can still look very upscale while concealing a fairly large sidearm.
Hopefully this makes it more clear.
A regular IWB fits inside the waistband and holds your gun but any shirt you wear pretty much has to drape over the outside of the arrangement.
A "tuckable" version has these little "J" clips that allow you a space to tuck a shirt inside the belt but still over the gun. If you can work out the right arrangement of shirt and gun you can still look very upscale while concealing a fairly large sidearm.
Hopefully this makes it more clear.
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Car Knocker
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The Kydex clips (optional) on the Milt Sparks VM-2 clip to the waistband of the pants rather than hook under the belt and the belt goes over the clips, essentially rendering them invisible. These clips grip VERY firmly, especially on jeans, and the belt's only purpose is to hold the pants up and cover the clips; the holster is less moveable than if the belt loops are used.
I have found that a shirt carefully folded, bloused and tucked, will remain tucked all day through a moderate amount of movement (if you're going to play basketball, it won't stay tucked).
I have found that a shirt carefully folded, bloused and tucked, will remain tucked all day through a moderate amount of movement (if you're going to play basketball, it won't stay tucked).
DirksterG30
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I carry either my MK9 or P-01 in a Comptac C-TAC tuckable holster, with the velcro clips. I don't tuck often, but I like to have that capability if I need it.
B. Adams
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I have a Crossbreed Supertuck for my XD-40 Service, and it works great. It's comfortable enough that I can wear it all day without trouble. I like it enough that I'll be getting a couple more of them soon.
gamboolman
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Tucker Cover-Up IWB for my G-26. I like it because I can tuck my shirts in. We live in Houston and it is hot and humid here most of the time, and concealment is not as easy.
I like it because it is just one clip instead of 2. I use the C-Clip and I like it very much.
I use the IWB with Wrangler Jeans and dress slacks.
It is not a fast draw rig, but it is not meant to be.
I think that you would like it and I recommend it.
I like it because it is just one clip instead of 2. I use the C-Clip and I like it very much.
I use the IWB with Wrangler Jeans and dress slacks.
It is not a fast draw rig, but it is not meant to be.
I think that you would like it and I recommend it.
piniongear
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ZeSpectre....
Thanks for the excellent explanation. I understand. It seems like it would be a chore to quickly access a gun that is under a tucked in shirt, but I guess it would work for some people.
Since I retired I find myself dressing very downscale most of the time, and the tee shirt with the holes in it covers things well. Thanks......pg
Thanks for the excellent explanation. I understand. It seems like it would be a chore to quickly access a gun that is under a tucked in shirt, but I guess it would work for some people.
Since I retired I find myself dressing very downscale most of the time, and the tee shirt with the holes in it covers things well. Thanks......pg
ZeSpectre
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Accessing the gun really isn't any harder than with a non-tuckable holster. The pain is tucking the shirt in neatly 
spankaveli
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i never tuck but i do have a tuckable holster
crossbreed supertuck adjustable. a kimber ultra carry was in it but next week a taurus 1911 will be in it.
i actually modified the leather flap on mine because, while it did provide a great body shield, it detracted from a positive grip. i cut it just enough so it covers what needs to be covered but allows for a full grip profile as well
http://upload.spankdu.com/files/holsterbefore.jpg
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crossbreed supertuck adjustable. a kimber ultra carry was in it but next week a taurus 1911 will be in it.
i actually modified the leather flap on mine because, while it did provide a great body shield, it detracted from a positive grip. i cut it just enough so it covers what needs to be covered but allows for a full grip profile as well
http://upload.spankdu.com/files/holsterbefore.jpg
http://upload.spankdu.com/files/holsterafter.jpg
I have a Tuckable Cochise Defender fro K&D Holsters. Kevin added a couple flat leather spacers so it has more room between the clip and the holster body for tucking. It's still more hidden if you wear your shirt out. I find that there's a small hollow space right in front of the holster where my belt is not totally snug against my body. When I have my shirt tucked in, I generally clip my phone on right where that hollow space is, just in front of the front belt clip. It does a pretty good job of hiding the bulge.
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