Pleasantly surprised by a FOBUS Evolution holster.

aarondhgraham · October 29, 2015, 11:15 AM

I have a Ruger SR-22 pistol that is a favorite range toy,,,
I wanted an inexpensive holster for range use only.

Academy in my town has a good selection of the FOBUS paddle holsters,,,
So I asked their customer service about their return policy,,,
I was told to buy it, try it, and they would take it back.

Out the door it was only $28.28,,,
I took it home and popped the pistol in,,,
Then wore it around the house for the next 4 hours.

I have to admit I am very surprised by it,,,
I expected the paddle to be wildly uncomfortable,,,
But even when sitting down I forgot it was there after 15 minutes.

The Evolution series has the adjustable retention screw,,,
I loosened it until there is only a barely perceptible click when holstering it.

So I'm going to keep wearing it at the house for a few days,,,
But if it still turns out to be as comfy as yesterday,,,
I'll probably buy one for my LCP as well,,,
The paddle for that pistol is tiny.

Anyways, I just wanted to share this small testing experience.

Aarond

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Ole Joe Clark · October 29, 2015, 09:08 PM

I have two Fobus holsters for my S&W Sigma. One is the non adjustable retention (older model) and I just received the newer model with the adjusting screw. The first one has an adjustment for the cant of the pistol and I don't care for it because it is about 1/2-3/4" thicker than the newer model. I'm thinking of selling the older model. I like the concept and that they work as advertised.

aarondhgraham · October 30, 2015, 10:47 AM

Here's a picture of it,,,

Like I said before,,,
These aren't anything new,,,
But I do think I will get one for my LCP.

Aarond

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cpt-t · October 30, 2015, 11:01 AM

Aaround: My Son & I have been using FOBUS HOLSTERS for several years now. And have 4 or 5 of them. We have never had a problem with any of them. Both of my CCG`s are carried in Fobus Holsters. IMHO I think they are very comfortable to wear for long periods of time. Like out, just running around town, running arrands, shopping, driving a car, even on trips. I really for get sometimes I have one of them on. My Son and I both really like ours.
ken

Sharkbite · October 30, 2015, 11:54 AM

During long training classes (4+ days of hard use) ive seen a number of Fobus holsters break.

But, for that price its easy to just buy another one. For a range/plinking holster i think they are fine.

I personally would not use one for anything serious (CCW, Duty, etc).

Just my opinion.

October 29, 2015, 11:15 AM	#1
aarondhgraham Senior Member Join Date: December 1, 2009 Location: Stillwater, OKlahoma Posts: 8,638	Pleasantly surprised by a FOBUS Evolution holster. I have a Ruger SR-22 pistol that is a favorite range toy,,, I wanted an inexpensive holster for range use only. Academy in my town has a good selection of the FOBUS paddle holsters,,, So I asked their customer service about their return policy,,, I was told to buy it, try it, and they would take it back. Out the door it was only $28.28,,, I took it home and popped the pistol in,,, Then wore it around the house for the next 4 hours. I have to admit I am very surprised by it,,, I expected the paddle to be wildly uncomfortable,,, But even when sitting down I forgot it was there after 15 minutes. The Evolution series has the adjustable retention screw,,, I loosened it until there is only a barely perceptible click when holstering it. So I'm going to keep wearing it at the house for a few days,,, But if it still turns out to be as comfy as yesterday,,, I'll probably buy one for my LCP as well,,, The paddle for that pistol is tiny. Anyways, I just wanted to share this small testing experience. Aarond . __________________ Never ever give an enemy the advantage of a verbal threat. Caje: The coward dies a thousand times, the brave only once. Kirby: That's about all it takes, ain't it? Aarond is good,,, Aarond is wise,,, Always trust Aarond! (most of the time)

October 30, 2015, 10:47 AM	#3
aarondhgraham Senior Member Join Date: December 1, 2009 Location: Stillwater, OKlahoma Posts: 8,638	Here's a picture of it,,, Here's a picture of it,,, Like I said before,,, These aren't anything new,,, But I do think I will get one for my LCP. Aarond . __________________ Never ever give an enemy the advantage of a verbal threat. Caje: The coward dies a thousand times, the brave only once. Kirby: That's about all it takes, ain't it? Aarond is good,,, Aarond is wise,,, Always trust Aarond! (most of the time)

October 30, 2015, 11:01 AM	#4
cpt-t Senior Member Join Date: January 20, 2012 Location: South Central Kansas Posts: 125	Aaround: My Son & I have been using FOBUS HOLSTERS for several years now. And have 4 or 5 of them. We have never had a problem with any of them. Both of my CCG`s are carried in Fobus Holsters. IMHO I think they are very comfortable to wear for long periods of time. Like out, just running around town, running arrands, shopping, driving a car, even on trips. I really for get sometimes I have one of them on. My Son and I both really like ours. ken __________________ THE PRICE OF FREEDOM IS NOT FREE:

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October 29, 2015, 09:08 PM	#2
Ole Joe Clark Member Join Date: March 14, 2015 Location: Heart of Dixie Posts: 52	I have two Fobus holsters for my S&W Sigma. One is the non adjustable retention (older model) and I just received the newer model with the adjusting screw. The first one has an adjustment for the cant of the pistol and I don't care for it because it is about 1/2-3/4" thicker than the newer model. I'm thinking of selling the older model. I like the concept and that they work as advertised.

October 30, 2015, 11:54 AM	#5
Sharkbite Senior Member Join Date: November 4, 2013 Location: Western slope of Colorado Posts: 3,679	During long training classes (4+ days of hard use) ive seen a number of Fobus holsters break. But, for that price its easy to just buy another one. For a range/plinking holster i think they are fine. I personally would not use one for anything serious (CCW, Duty, etc). Just my opinion.