Wow - Kusiak Holster for CM9

[southsound]

I've been carrying my CM9 in a Blackhawk IWB holster for about 6 months. It had terrible retention (my gun fell out on the floor of the restroom at church and I was sure that everyone in the sanctuary across the hall heard it). Since I carry with one in the pipe, I wanted something more secure. I considered a PJ holster since the reviews are so good but I really wanted leather. I bought a Galco and was unhappy because it hung up on the slide release. Then I saw a leather Kusiak holster on a forum for the S&W Bodyguard 380. The quality looked good and they listed on for the PM9 so I took the plunge. Minutes after ordering, my bride said, "I want one for my gun too!" so I called Pepi Kusiak and he included it in the same box with no additional shipping. I placed the order on Tuesday and received the holsters on the next Monday. He makes the holsters himself and guarantees satisfaction. Price is just $35 or $45 with a built-in mag holder. Here is a link to their site: Kusiak Leather Pictures follow. The last one shows my CM9 with my bride's Bodyguard 380.

[Yogi 117]

I also have this Kusiak leather holster for my CM9. I agree with you, it's a great carry holster. Just as comfortable as the PJHolster, and what I really like is it rides higher than the PJHolster, giving a slightly better grip acquisition. Now, I'm not bad mouthing the PJHolster by any means, as both holsters get equal time when I carry the CM9 IWB. Easy on & off too, always a plus. Enjoy!

[JFootin]

Nice looking holster! Nice price! I may have to get one! LOL! I can't resist! I am a holster lover as well as a gun lover!

[Yogi 117]

Nice looking holster! Nice price! I may have to get one! LOL! I can't resist! I am a holster lover as well as a gun lover!

I hear ya. I got lucky & found a used PJHolster on this forum & the seller thru in a Pocket DeSantis Super Fly & the Kusiak, all for $50. A Happy Camper was I, for sure, as I use all 3 holsters!

[muggsy]

While dropping your gun is a no no, you could slam your Kahr against the wall as hard as you want and it won't go off because of the internal safety. That is a great looking holster.

[southsound]

While dropping your gun is a no no, you could slam your Kahr against the wall as hard as you want and it won't go off because of the internal safety. That is a great looking holster.

Thanks! I wasn't afraid of the gun going off but the sound of it sliding onto the floor seemed louder to me than it probably was. I could just see in my mind returning to the sanctuary with everyone pointing at me and asking me if I had dropped my gun in the bathroom. It wasn't a pretty thought.

[wagon]

I really like is it rides higher than the PJHolster,

This Kusiak looks to be a LOW riding rig to my eyes... does the grip sit ABOVE the belt level?

[southsound]

This Kusiak looks to be a LOW riding rig to my eyes... does the grip sit ABOVE the belt level?

Just at the top of the belt. Very comfortable and I can still draw quickly.

[wagon]

Just at the top of the belt. Very comfortable and I can still draw quickly.

Thanks for the pix.

What I thought... and typically this is regarded as LOW ride.. which I like :-)

So ... PJ rides even LOWER ... BELOW the belt????

[AIRret]

Thanks on another lead to a fine looking holster.
I'm always a sucker for a new one.

[Yogi 117]

This Kusiak looks to be a LOW riding rig to my eyes... does the grip sit ABOVE the belt level?

Yeah, I guess it isn't really a high rider. To me, the Kusiak rides a little bit higher & straighter due the the PJHolster cant of about 15 degrees. I checked both holsters for you, and I get a better grip acquisition because the trigger guard on the Kusiak doesn't come up as high. The backside of the Kusiak also doesn't come up as high as the PJHolster. The Kusiak just has more of the grip exposed for acquisition. I just get a better grip with the Kusiak. Hope my explanation makes sense.

[KoolBreeze]

I've been carrying my CM9 in a Blackhawk IWB holster for about 6 months. It had terrible retention (my gun fell out on the floor of the restroom at church and I was sure that everyone in the sanctuary across the hall heard it). Since I carry with one in the pipe, I wanted something more secure. I considered a PJ holster since the reviews are so good but I really wanted leather. I bought a Galco and was unhappy because it hung up on the slide release. Then I saw a leather Kusiak holster on a forum for the S&W Bodyguard 380. The quality looked good and they listed on for the PM9 so I took the plunge. Minutes after ordering, my bride said, "I want one for my gun too!" so I called Pepi Kusiak and he included it in the same box with no additional shipping. I placed the order on Tuesday and received the holsters on the next Monday. He makes the holsters himself and guarantees satisfaction. Price is just $35 or $45 with a built-in mag holder. Here is a link to their site: Kusiak Leather Pictures follow. The last one shows my CM9 with my bride's Bodyguard 380.

How good is the retention? I'm guessing it must be good since you switched to it because of a retention issue. It's a nice looking holster, thin, simple, right up my alley.

[southsound]

How good is the retention? I'm guessing it must be good since you switched to it because of a retention issue. It's a nice looking holster, thin, simple, right up my alley.

Retention is great. It takes a deliberate draw to remove it from the holster. By that I mean that it won't fall out even with a lot of movement (jogging, bending over, etc.) but comes out quickly when you need it to. Gives me a feeling of safety while not impeding using my weapon quickly if required. I also appreciate that when I draw or re-holster it does not hang up but allows a smooth motion - something I could not do with the Galco.

[Yogi 117]

Retention is great. It takes a deliberate draw to remove it from the holster. By that I mean that it won't fall out even with a lot of movement (jogging, bending over, etc.) but comes out quickly when you need it to. Gives me a feeling of safety while not impeding using my weapon quickly if required. I also appreciate that when I draw or re-holster it does not hang up but allows a smooth motion - something I could not do with the Galco.

+1...well said. I do love this holster for when I carry the CM9 IWB.

[KoolBreeze]

Thanks, guess I'll try one. The only thing I see that I don't like about it is I wish it would come a little higher on the trigger guard.