CM9 OWB holster options [Archive]

stumprat

09-25-2011, 11:52 AM

The only holster I am lacking for the CM9 is an OWB belt holster. When I had a Kel-Tech PF9 any 3 inch 1911 holster would fit. It opened up more options for holsters. Has anyone found a holster that crosses over for the PM/CM 9?

JFootin

09-25-2011, 01:17 PM

FreeJersey

09-25-2011, 01:37 PM

There's also several available from Kahr

http://www.kahr.com/CM9-Holsters/ALL/CM9-Holsters.aspx

stumprat

09-25-2011, 03:04 PM

I found a great value in a high rise belt holster for my CM9. It is the Tagua Open Top Belt Holster (http://www.taguagunleather.com/new/open-top-leather-belt-holster-p21). Only $45 including shipping for a smooth leather lined, comfortable, easy draw holster that holds the gun high and tight right behind your hip (with a good gun belt). No better value out there.

http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee486/John_England/My%20Custom%20CM9/MyCM9inTaguaHolster.jpg

How low is the muzzle with no cant?

JFootin

09-25-2011, 03:39 PM

How low is the muzzle with no cant?

Well, as you can see, it barely goes 1/2" or so below the belt. That's the beauty of this high rise holster. Real good for CC with a loose shirt over it. If you wear it at about 4:00 (or 8:00 for lefties like me), and use a good belt (preferably a gun belt), the gun will ride high and tight against your body and won't print. And when you are seated, the gun rides so high that it doesn't dig in at all, and the 4:00/8:00 carry means it sits to the side just enough to not interfere with the chair back. I use a form fitting executive office chair with very prominent lower back support, and yet the gun clears it. You could easily spend twice as much and not get such a likeable holster, and it probably wouldn't be lined, either.

SBRGuy

10-09-2011, 02:14 PM

The only thing I dont like about this one is the fact that you dont get a full combat grip. The leather covers the entire trigger gaurd so your fingers will be against the leather, instead of the bottom of the trigger gaurd. It will work, but not as well as one that lets your 2nd finger touch the trigger gaurd.

JFootin

10-09-2011, 06:08 PM

SBRGuy,

Actually, the holster is a little loose at the top, so the gun can rock forward enough to get your finger against the trigger guard as you draw. Plus, the smooth leather lining makes for a very smooth, quick draw. I find that I can get a perfect two finger combat grip with my trigger finger extended strait beside the trigger guard, ready to bend and contact the trigger as I am bringing the gun to presentation. A very good holster, especially for $45 shipped.

JFootin

10-09-2011, 06:15 PM

SBRGuy,

If you want a low cut holster with extreme combat grip access, look at the El Paso Street Combat Holster (http://www.epsaddlery.com/p-73-88-street-combat-holster.aspx) at $70 + shipping.

http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee486/John_England/Miscellanious%20Guns%20and%20Holsters/ElPasoStreetCombatHolster.jpg

It is suede lined. A nice holster from one of the oldest holster and gear makers in existence.

SBRGuy

10-09-2011, 06:33 PM

SBRGuy,

If you want a low cut holster with extreme combat grip access,,,,,,

It is suede lined. A nice holster from one of the oldest holster and gear makers in existence.

I'll stick with this one.... $55 and works super... oh yeah, it's one of mine.

http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc428/peterscustomleather/GunLeather/IMG_8218.jpg

JFootin

10-09-2011, 06:46 PM

I'll stick with this one.... $55 and works super... oh yeah, it's one of mine.

http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc428/peterscustomleather/GunLeather/IMG_8218.jpg

Yeah, I forgot that you MAKE holsters! Duh! :nerd:

$55 with those decorations, nice! I'd go with the black thread, too.

Are you a lefty?

SBRGuy

10-09-2011, 06:54 PM

Yeah, I forgot that you MAKE holsters! Duh! :nerd:

$55 with those decorations, nice! I'd go with the black thread, too.

Are you a lefty?

Yes! I've been carrying this rig for about 2 months now.

JFootin

10-09-2011, 08:10 PM

Yes! I've been carrying this rig for about 2 months now.

That's a cool holster! Do you do anything OWB with snap loops? Us lefties have to take our belts almost completely off to put a slotted belt holster on. Here is a beauty from RGrizzle....

http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee486/John_England/Miscellanious%20Guns%20and%20Holsters/RGrizzleGeorgiaSnapHolster.jpg

jlaudio29

10-09-2011, 08:37 PM

I will agree with SBR guy, that holster has to much leather near the trigger guard, i understand what your saying Jfootin but to me your waisting more leather for something that is better off with less.

SBRGuy

10-09-2011, 08:40 PM

That's a cool holster! Do you do anything OWB with snap loops? Us lefties have to take our belts almost completely off to put a slotted belt holster on. Here is a beauty from RGrizzle....

http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee486/John_England/Miscellanious%20Guns%20and%20Holsters/RGrizzleGeorgiaSnapHolster.jpg

Not yet but I really need to get on that! I hear ya... taking a holster off from the left side of the body is a big job!

jlaudio29

10-09-2011, 08:41 PM

while we are in the mood of posting left side holsters here is a cross draw i made for a customer :)

(i know its for a righty but it still has to go on the left side!!)

http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/jlaudio29/Holster%20Pics/IMG_0337.jpg
(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/jlaudio29/Holster%20Pics/IMG_0336.jpg)

tv_racin_fan

10-10-2011, 05:45 PM

Everyone is different. Many holsters don't seem to have enough leather on them for my tastes, last thing I want is to stumble a bit and my handgun falls out onto the ground.

rgg16g

10-19-2011, 02:45 PM

I'll stick with this one.... $55 and works super... oh yeah, it's one of mine.

http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc428/peterscustomleather/GunLeather/IMG_8218.jpg

I like this style for sure. What is the retention like, I want it tight. Also, how is it to re-holster the gun, I don't want the top closing down?

SBRGuy

10-20-2011, 07:33 AM

I like this style for sure. What is the retention like, I want it tight. Also, how is it to re-holster the gun, I don't want the top closing down?

Thanks! The retention is very good. I've been using that holster for quit some time now, on a daily basis and have never had the gun show any signs of movement. It is easy to reholster the gun one handed, although it does close down a small amount... maybe 25% of original. I may try adding a "stiffener" piece as an option, but I prefer when a holster does not have that additional thickness, unless really needed.

Thunder71

10-20-2011, 07:49 AM

I found a great value in a high rise belt holster for my CM9. It is the Tagua Open Top Belt Holster (http://www.taguagunleather.com/new/open-top-leather-belt-holster-p21). Only $45 including shipping for a smooth leather lined, comfortable, easy draw holster that holds the gun high and tight right behind your hip (with a good gun belt). No better value out there.

I like that, but it seems so long for a PM9/CM9, or is the picture just a little deceiving?

Any thoughts on this one?

http://www.taguagunleather.com/new/quick-draw-leather-belt-holster-p20

http://www.taguagunleather.com/new/foto.php?src=imgproductos/QuickDrawBeltHolster.jpg&x=400&y=564&r=0&c=1

JFootin

10-20-2011, 08:10 AM

I like that, but it seems so long for a PM9/CM9, or is the picture just a little deceiving?

Any thoughts on this one?

http://www.taguagunleather.com/new/quick-draw-leather-belt-holster-p20

It isn't any longer than it has to be. The muzzle sits less than 1/4" from the open bottom. It is a full coverage holster and the one above is not. It is a very high rise holster, and I know it looks long, but that is actually advantageous for concealment, and it is very comfortable when seated because the muzzle doesn't extend below the belt and dig into your hip.

I personally don't like the muzzle sticking out where it can bang against stuff and get scratched and marred. So abbreviated holsters like that one don't appeal to me.

OldLincoln

10-20-2011, 09:12 AM

Stumprat.... You may want to look at the Garrett Silent Thunder OWB (http://garrettindustries.mybigcommerce.com/products/Silent-Thunder-OWB.html). We talk a lot about the IWB model and how well it conceals, but the OWB version is also good.

Thunder71

10-20-2011, 09:22 AM

I wish Garrett made an all leather version, you can choose between leather inside or outside, but not both apparently.

GTM

10-25-2011, 02:31 PM

I'll stick with this one.... $55 and works super... oh yeah, it's one of mine.

http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc428/peterscustomleather/GunLeather/IMG_8218.jpg

Are you able to make this in a straight-drop?

Thunder71

10-25-2011, 02:37 PM

I ended up getting this one, but it's not in my hands yet.

Galco Stinger
http://www.usgalco.com/Catalog/large/STINGERS.jpg

SBRGuy

10-26-2011, 10:15 AM

Are you able to make this in a straight-drop?

I'm not sure how I could do that AND keep the full combat grip possibility. I'll have to look around for other stright holsters and see how people make them.

GTM

10-26-2011, 11:11 AM

I'm not sure how I could do that AND keep the full combat grip possibility. I'll have to look around for other stright holsters and see how people make them.

Yeah, I wondered about that. I have a kydex holster that I have been able to adjust to make it a straight-drop while maintaining a combat grip but I'm considering leather for OWB.

ron61

10-29-2011, 10:37 AM

I wish Garrett made an all leather version, you can choose between leather inside or outside, but not both apparently.

We do make all leather holsters. I have alot of customers that like custom stuff you can't find anywhere else and leather is a good medium for personal expression. While the Silent Thunder line is an excellent, durable holster, limited color options and textures of kydex sometimes have to make way for aesthetics.

Ron