Good IWB holster for CM9?

[WilliamG]

Hey all...

So, I'm having to (very disappointed) send back my SHTF ACE holster. SHTF have been nothing but helpful, to which they're owed a huge amount of credit (Clay has been amazing). However, for whatever reason - my PM9 + Crimson Trace won't work - it's too tight a fit.

So, I'm trying to find a holster that looks/functions EXACTLY like the SHTF holster, because gosh darnit I love the thing. Just wish it fit my PM9 + CT better!



Anyone got any ideas for something that mirrors this picture? THANKS!

*EDIT*

Tired of waiting (so impatient these days!) so decided to go with the masses. Crossbreed Minituck for PM + CT laser. Done.

[dohcacr]

Foxx makes a number of hybrid holsters for the Kahr CM9 and the CT Laserguard is an option. I have no personal experience with Foxx Holsters, but have heard generally good comments. My son had a Foxx Trapp holster for his shield, which turned out to be his favorite holster.


Foxx Hybrids for Kahr

Cook's Holsters has a variety of holsters for the CM9 with laserguard. They don't make hybrids though. Just bought the one below, about a week ago. Still waiting, they have a 4 week delivery time.


If your in the North Georgia area Blackpoint Tactical makes hybrid holsters similar to the SHTF holster. They don't offer one for the CM9 with Laserguard, but will make a hybrid holster for any pistol, by appointment. They're a bit more expensive than Foxx, but I think the quality is a step up. Blackpoint Tactical Holsters also have the advantage of serving multiple weapons. The leather part is a standard configuration and you can have the Kydec part made for a dozen different pistols to bolt to the standard leather base. They also have a variety of clips available.

[WilliamG]

Thanks for all the info. Very helpful!

[WilliamG]

I received my Crossbreed Minituck for the PM9 + CT grips, and while the gun fits perfectly into the Kydex, it's so completely uncomfortable to wear at any position on my body. It feels like (even if it's not true!) Crossbreed took no love or care in making the leather piece, unlike SHTF which clearly put a lot of love/attention into the shape and forming of their leather. The Crossbreed leather is thick, too big, unwieldy, and just plain uncomfortable.

It also annoyed me that Crossbreed wrote my last name in big hand-written letters on the back-side. So there goes gifting it to anyone else.... (even aside from the ugly clips - annoying for some of us that... you know... aren't Christians?).

So, I'm sending the Crossbreed holster back, and am going to probably go with the Garrett Industries Fusion IWB when they get them back in stock.. *sigh...*

Here are a few pics of the Crossbreed.





Here's the SHTF ACE holster again, for comparison. You can see the huge (unnecessary) size difference between them. It's that huge left side (right side when worn) that leads to the Crossbreed just being so painful to wear. It digs right into me.

[WilliamG]

I have a Garrett Industries Silent Thunder Fusion on the way to me (hopefully soon!).

http://www.giholsters.com/silent-thunder-fusion/

Will update again when I receive it...

[Hawkeye911]

I am a new member here, but have spent a lot of time over the past couple years on the XDtalk forum.

Over there many, many people sing the praises of firearmholster.com. If you don't find any other option to take care of your problem, I think there would be a good chance that Gavin could get you what you are looking for.

Good luck in your search!

Daryl

[Rob K]

Bought a Cook's Holsters, out of Georgia recently. It is extremely thin and adds no "print" to the CM9. I got the IWB set up for appendix carry. It is Kydex and custom made for your particular gun with a number of customizations available. Most important to me is comfort and RETENTION. I can sit in my car without the pistol squeezing my "boys".When I'm active, the gun stays put ! I would have liked a narrower belt clip, but, can live with this one because of the other benefits. Around $55, they're fast and professional. Just an idea 4U
Visit the Cook's Holsters website. Let me know if you have any questions.

[C2Scott]

I carry at 4 o'clock and love my Nate Squared. Plus it's easy to remove on a long drive or when going into my "posted" workplace.

[WilliamG]

And an update to my holster saga. I received my Garrett Industries Fusion IWB holster, and it's the worst holster I've ever seen. It doesn't take a genius to tell from the picture what's wrong with it.



It's clear that no care was put into the design of this holster. As you can see from the picture, for any normal-sized fingers, they're not getting between that belt clip and the grip of the pistol. Was this holster ever tested with an actual gun inside it? And why are there adjustment points for that grip side of the holster, despite the obvious fact that the clip would be TOUCHING the grip of the PM9 if it were any higher? Also, note how the rear of the gun doesn't even sit against the leather properly due to it not being aligned correctly.. Ugh.

And, again, compared to the SHTF holster.. look at the difference..

Ugh. I give up on holsters for now.

[dohcacr]

Here's something a little different for you to consider. It's labeled as a OWB holster, but can be just as easily be used as a IWB holster. I have no experience with this holster, but thought it looked interesting. I do have experience with Cook's Holsters. They are well designed and nicely made. They also carry a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hluml6xJSlo&feature=youtu.be

http://www.cooksholsters.com/#!onlin...59&id=34796397

[Jollyrogers]

Good IWB holster for CM9?

Garret Industries has a return policy. Have you contacted them? Based on those pics, it is unusable.

[WilliamG]

Garret Industries has a return policy. Have you contacted them? Based on those pics, it is unusable.

I sent Garrett a VERY displeased-sounding email. It annoys me because paying shipping both ways for a CLEARLY defectively-designed product is just... completely lame.

Anyway, I'll follow up with them on Monday. It's amazing that I can't get a decent IWB holster..

[Jollyrogers]

Good IWB holster for CM9?

I got their Slim for AIWB and really like it. In fact wearing it now, and have all day except when I went out to shoot my FsN today.

[WilliamG]

I got their Slim for AIWB and really like it. In fact wearing it now, and have all day except when I went out to shoot my FsN today.

How do you feel about the comfort of it? I believe it's not leather backed where it rests against your body? Just curious if it's uncomfortable in any way, as I'm really aiming for something to be comfortable AND solid.

I wasn't super impressed by the way the PM9 is held in. It's certainly possible for the pistol to "fall out" if nudged the wrong way. I suppose this is a limitation of the Garrett holsters and their leather-lined interior...

Would you mind taking a picture of the side that rests against your body?

[Jollyrogers]

Good IWB holster for CM9?

Initially I didn't like it. First I had to change the clip to a lower position because with the clip sitting where it was supposed to, it interfered with accessing the grip, plus the pistol sat to close to my belt. After determining it was good for my uses, I cut off the access of the belt clip, as it dug into my body when sitting.

As far as comfort, understand I got this specifically for AIWB carry. Wearing it at 1 o'clock is comfy, sometimes move it to 1:30 or 2 due to belt loops, and if I sit, it can dig into my pelvis area a little. I tried some moleskin, but didn't like it. A lot of this has to do with how tight my pants are, say jeans or my cargos, how tight my belt is, and if I am driving and have a seat belt on. If things are loose, it is not a problem. Not sure if this makes sense...but the setup needs to have room to move to allow comfort. I wear it for 12-15 hours a day, and it works good for me.

As far as retention, it has pretty good retention, my pistol is not going anywhere, unless I pull it out. And it is quiet when I do. Here is a pic you requested.