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shlike
11-24-2016, 04:56 PM
Although not often, I sometimes choose to CCW one of my full-size pistols, outside of my regular (Glock 19, K9, Shield .45, etc.) rotation. As we know, it can be a challenge to find a good holster that will conceal a large gun properly and comfortably. I believe I have found the ideal (for me) solution for CCW of my full-size M&P!

This is a Blade-Tech Total Eclipse Holster. It is primarily for OWB, although it comes with hardware that can convert it to IWB. Although this one is for a FS M&P, it is available for many popular handguns. It comes standard configured for straight drop (no cant). It also comes with hardware that will convert it to a forward 15 degree FBI cant. This is how I prefer to carry, so the photos show it with the FBI cant hardware installed. My favored carry position is OWB at 2:30-3:00.

I am really pleased with how this holster performs. It carries the gun tight to the body, and with the forward cant there is virtually no printing. The gun fits in the holster securely with that satisfying "click". There is an adjustment screw to adjust the retention as desired.

So if you are looking for a good OWB CCW Holster solution for a large-framed gun, you might want to check this one out.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d138/shlike48316/BladeTechMP9_zpsjrsyf88k.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d138/shlike48316/BladeTechMP2_zpsnrw4nrdu.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d138/shlike48316/BladeTechMP1_zpsbyviqp7i.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d138/shlike48316/BladeTechMP3_zps24qecekq.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d138/shlike48316/BladeTechMP4_zpseeupbubx.jpg

I also have been using a Galco Concealable for my FS M&P which works OK, but I find that the Blade-Tech actually conceals better, and pulls the gun tighter to the body than does the Galco. The Galco has a more aggressive forward cant.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d138/shlike48316/GALCO1_zpszpveyawk.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d138/shlike48316/GALCO4_zpsyvuwv3gi.jpg

DeaconKC
11-25-2016, 05:50 PM
Nice report, I have used BladeTech's IWB holsters for a while and really like them. I will have to check that out.

CPTKILLER
11-26-2016, 07:47 AM
Good!

AIRret
11-26-2016, 12:27 PM
I've been carrying several different guns (including a CZ SP 01 Tac.) in Blade Tech total eclipse classic (which they don't make anymore) holsters since 2012. I love them!

When they first came out with the new Ambi total eclipse it only came in straight drop. I extremely happy that they now have hardware to allow the gun to have a cant. Thanks for the information.

Barth
11-26-2016, 07:08 PM
I'm thinking we all have a box of holsters and belts - LOL!
Today I'm wearing a Crossfire Elite Traverse, cross draw, OWB and inside the belt.
Carries high and tight, very comfortable and accessible even driving.
And very easy for me to conceal larger guns with.
http://i1361.photobucket.com/albums/r678/barthunderwood/IMG_20161126_180039_zpstcragd8z.jpg