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Garo
12-23-2014, 03:05 PM
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I just received my new Gazelle holster for my unfired CW380. I was impressed enough with it to write a review.

I'm going to let the pictures do most of the talking. As you can see it is a high quality leather holster that is a perfect fit for this pistol right out of the package. The interior is seamless and pretty smooth for being new leather. Normal break-in will be easy. The edges are smoothed and painted.

The total thickness in the waistband is a hair under 1 1/4 inches. The end of the muzzle is 3/8 to 1/2 inch from the open bottom of the holster. The clip is sturdy steel, and tight.

It has a nice width to it that helps keep it in place. I think a belt would be the best way to wear it. (personal preference) Makes it secure and very comfortable.
I got mine on the Bay for 39.95 including shipping, which I would call a bargain.

For those concerned with made in America, I do not know where these are made. So if it isn't, that may be the only drawback to this fine holster.

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This is not my only holster for the CW380.

http://i1380.photobucket.com/albums/ah194/gaodor/DSCN0119_zpsa9ec638e.jpg

I'm a big fan of the Sticky holster too. Probably the most versatile type of holster to have. I have used the Sticky and the Bulldog pouch with my Taurus TCP and I find that I rarely use the Bulldog. The Sticky and Bulldog holsters will fit the CW380 or the TCP. With these 3 holsters I have most of the CC options I personally need.

The only other holster I use is the Hunter type pocket holster with the outside hider flap. I have one that fits the Taurus TCP. It works very well for a jacket or pants pocket.

Cokeman
12-25-2014, 01:18 AM
I've been looking at one of those for my MK9.

Is the clip reversible?

SIGWolf
12-25-2014, 06:43 AM
Does they maker have a WEB site? Where do you buy these?

Garo
12-25-2014, 01:52 PM
Does they maker have a WEB site? Where do you buy these?

I found mine at an Ebay seller. I believe there are a few people selling these there. Some are charging more, but I didn't see any for less. Otherwise you'll have to use Google. There is a site with Gazelle holsters. http://www.myholster.com/GAZELLE-HOLSTERS_bymfg_4-0-1.html . This may be a dealer site, not sure.

Garo
12-25-2014, 01:55 PM
I've been looking at one of those for my MK9.

Is the clip reversible?

The clip is in there very tight. I would say that they mold the clip in when making the holster. You'll have to ask the seller. I contacted the seller by message and the response was quick.

Cokeman
12-25-2014, 09:48 PM
I don't see your holster on that site. I saw it on ebay.

Garo
12-27-2014, 10:11 AM
I don't see your holster on that site. I saw it on ebay.

You are right about that. I don't see it on that site either actually. Contact ID: holstermart on Ebay. He's the one I talked to. They should be back after Christmas.

SlowBurn
12-27-2014, 01:21 PM
I don't see your holster on that site.

Of course not. It's a CONCEALMENT holster. duh.

Cokeman
12-27-2014, 04:36 PM
I don't get it.

Cokeman
12-27-2014, 04:40 PM
You are right about that. I don't see it on that site either actually. Contact ID: holstermart on Ebay. He's the one I talked to. They should be back after Christmas.
The seller I saw was my_holster.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Premium-Quality-Brown-IWB-Holster-for-KAHR-PM9-/281493251803

Garo
12-29-2014, 12:19 AM
The seller I saw was my_holster.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Premium-Quality-Brown-IWB-Holster-for-KAHR-PM9-/281493251803

Not the same thing. I don't like mine sticking out the bottom like that.

Cokeman
12-29-2014, 01:18 AM
They sure look similar. Is yours sewn shut at the bottom?

Garo
12-31-2014, 09:13 PM
They sure look similar. Is yours sewn shut at the bottom?

The Gazelle I have is open on the bottom, but the end of the barrel does not stick out. Does look similar but different maker.

Cokeman
01-01-2015, 05:51 PM
I think it's the same maker. I think they probably use a few different sizs of holsters. Some guns probably extend past the end of the holster and others don't. This link shows the address for Gazelle holsters and the contact information. The email address is myholster.com. His name is Matt Sarac. I saw Sarac holsters on the site that you posted. I'm thinking they're all the same.

http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/Manufacturers/ManufacturerDetails.aspx?mid=4572

Garo
01-17-2015, 10:35 PM
I think it's the same maker. I think they probably use a few different sizs of holsters. Some guns probably extend past the end of the holster and others don't. This link shows the address for Gazelle holsters and the contact information. The email address is myholster.com. His name is Matt Sarac. I saw Sarac holsters on the site that you posted. I'm thinking they're all the same.

http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/Manufacturers/ManufacturerDetails.aspx?mid=4572

I found a reference to the Gazelle holsters being made in Turkey. http://www.thehighroad.org/archive/index.php/t-651625.html Probably a turn off to some if true, but a well made holster. I do wish it boldly stated Made in USA.

Garo
02-12-2015, 11:54 PM
Still using the Gazelle holster. It is well worth the money. A nice holster. Still wish it said USA.