Under Arm Holster - What's the best?

Full-choke · May 10, 2012, 08:23 PM

I am looking at getting my concealed carry this summer. I would like to get a couple of under arm holsters to try as that is where I would like to carry. I will either be using a Taurus PT1911 or a Ruger SR40c. I would prefer a molded or leather holster, but I will consider other options if they have good reviews. What options out there for those two guns are the best?

Thanks,
F-C

Rifleman1776 · May 11, 2012, 08:12 AM

I have used the Uncle Mikes for my Ruger Redhawk .44 mag.
It really was designed for someone taller than me. I'm only 5'7". I had to modify the holster slightly but then it was just fine and I could carry that big boomer concealed quite comfortably. Lot less expensive than leather also.

Eppie · May 11, 2012, 08:20 AM

I am also considering a shoulder holster, here's my first choice right now http://kangaroocarry.com/ . It is designed by people here in Houston and it looks comfortable and light. I already checked and they will be at the next gun show in Houston. I will probably pick-up one there.

Presently I carry my PF-9 in the waist band but I think having a choice is a good thing.

Disclaimer: Although I am also in Houston I have no affiliation of any kind with this product.

Sixer · May 11, 2012, 02:09 PM

I would try to find somewhere that might let you try one out first. I bought a Galco Miami Classic a few years ago for my Sig 229. It's easily the coolest looking way to carry a gun... but after wearing it for a few days I just couldn't get over how uncomfortable it was.

You wouldn't think that a shoulder holster would put much stress on your back and shoulders... but it does. I still have it, but I rarely use it. Just not all that I thought it would be

egor20 · May 11, 2012, 06:22 PM

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You wouldn't think that a shoulder holster would put much stress on your back and shoulders... but it does. I still have it, but I rarely use it. Just not all that I thought it would be

I have the Triple K version of yours..
http://www.cowboyneeds.com/274.html

Your not kidding about the back and neck strain.

Only time I use t is when I have to get dressed up for the wife's nights out.

Full-choke · May 11, 2012, 08:37 PM

Okay, if back and neck strain are bad with shoulder holsters, what about a behind the back one? The reason I was leaning towards the under arm is because the 1911 is a big gun to conceal and I was a little worried where it would fit.

F-C

egor20 · May 11, 2012, 08:47 PM

This is my wife's rig, but I have the same one

http://s1208.photobucket.com/albums/...t=100_0516.jpg

(minus the stethoscope, a different knife and the PDR

)

I like it, but its not good while driving. usually toss my pistol in the center console.

EDIT: sorry, thats our summer carry, a S&W 469, I do have the same holster for a RIA CS.

Sixer · May 11, 2012, 10:54 PM

F-C... the SOB (small of back) holster is another one I tried and sold fairly quick. Even now that I make holsters, I try to "direct" people away from carrying behind the back. There are just too many reasons NOT to carry SOB...

You said you're looking for a good way to conceal your 1911? Just my personal experience, but the 1911 is not as hard to CCW as most people think! Sure it's a "longer" pistol... but it is a single stack, and pretty thin. This makes it fairly easy to carry and conceal IWB on your hip.

I have a couple friends that carry a 1911 daily. One has a slim build and the other is... ummm... heavy set

Both are able to conceal their full size
1911's extremely well with IWB holsters worn around 3:30 - 4:30 with a forward cant.

As always... YMMV

gunsmokeTPF · May 11, 2012, 11:29 PM

I use a holster that's similar and it works for me. Get a price on the girl as well.

May 10, 2012, 08:23 PM	#1
Full-choke Senior Member Join Date: May 10, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 617	Under Arm Holster - What's the best? I am looking at getting my concealed carry this summer. I would like to get a couple of under arm holsters to try as that is where I would like to carry. I will either be using a Taurus PT1911 or a Ruger SR40c. I would prefer a molded or leather holster, but I will consider other options if they have good reviews. What options out there for those two guns are the best? Thanks, F-C __________________ TC Encore -6mm Rem Rifle; Ruger 10/22; Ruger 10/22 Ultimate; Stoeger Condor 20; ; Remington 1100 12; Stoeger 22 Luger; Taurus PT1911; Ruger SR40c God gave us the gift of life. It is the most precious gift ever. To be unarmed is to be helpless to protect that gift; that is outright irresponsible. - Ted Nugent

May 11, 2012, 08:20 AM	#3
Eppie Senior Member Join Date: January 7, 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 802	I am also considering a shoulder holster, here's my first choice right now http://kangaroocarry.com/ . It is designed by people here in Houston and it looks comfortable and light. I already checked and they will be at the next gun show in Houston. I will probably pick-up one there. Presently I carry my PF-9 in the waist band but I think having a choice is a good thing. Disclaimer: Although I am also in Houston I have no affiliation of any kind with this product. __________________ "Socialized Medicine is the Keystone to the Arch of the Socialist State.” -Vladimir Lenin "I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them." - Thomas Jefferson (An early warning to Obama care) Last edited by Eppie; May 11, 2012 at 02:26 PM.

May 11, 2012, 02:09 PM	#4
Sixer Senior Member Join Date: April 16, 2008 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,891	I would try to find somewhere that might let you try one out first. I bought a Galco Miami Classic a few years ago for my Sig 229. It's easily the coolest looking way to carry a gun... but after wearing it for a few days I just couldn't get over how uncomfortable it was. You wouldn't think that a shoulder holster would put much stress on your back and shoulders... but it does. I still have it, but I rarely use it. Just not all that I thought it would be __________________ Hopp Custom Leather <------ click for HOLSTER awesomeness!! -There is no theory of evolution... Just a list of creatures Chuck Norris has allowed to live.

May 11, 2012, 08:37 PM	#6
Full-choke Senior Member Join Date: May 10, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 617	Okay, if back and neck strain are bad with shoulder holsters, what about a behind the back one? The reason I was leaning towards the under arm is because the 1911 is a big gun to conceal and I was a little worried where it would fit. F-C __________________ TC Encore -6mm Rem Rifle; Ruger 10/22; Ruger 10/22 Ultimate; Stoeger Condor 20; ; Remington 1100 12; Stoeger 22 Luger; Taurus PT1911; Ruger SR40c God gave us the gift of life. It is the most precious gift ever. To be unarmed is to be helpless to protect that gift; that is outright irresponsible. - Ted Nugent

May 11, 2012, 08:47 PM	#7
egor20 Senior Member Join Date: November 14, 2010 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 1,824	Full-choke This is my wife's rig, but I have the same one http://s1208.photobucket.com/albums/...t=100_0516.jpg (minus the stethoscope, a different knife and the PDR ) I like it, but its not good while driving. usually toss my pistol in the center console. EDIT: sorry, thats our summer carry, a S&W 469, I do have the same holster for a RIA CS. __________________ Chief stall mucker and grain chef Country don't mean dumb. Steven King. The Stand

May 11, 2012, 08:12 AM	#2
Rifleman1776 Senior Member Join Date: April 25, 2010 Location: Arkansas Posts: 3,309	I have used the Uncle Mikes for my Ruger Redhawk .44 mag. It really was designed for someone taller than me. I'm only 5'7". I had to modify the holster slightly but then it was just fine and I could carry that big boomer concealed quite comfortably. Lot less expensive than leather also.

May 11, 2012, 10:54 PM	#8
Sixer Senior Member Join Date: April 16, 2008 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,891	F-C... the SOB (small of back) holster is another one I tried and sold fairly quick. Even now that I make holsters, I try to "direct" people away from carrying behind the back. There are just too many reasons NOT to carry SOB... You said you're looking for a good way to conceal your 1911? Just my personal experience, but the 1911 is not as hard to CCW as most people think! Sure it's a "longer" pistol... but it is a single stack, and pretty thin. This makes it fairly easy to carry and conceal IWB on your hip. I have a couple friends that carry a 1911 daily. One has a slim build and the other is... ummm... heavy set Both are able to conceal their full size 1911's extremely well with IWB holsters worn around 3:30 - 4:30 with a forward cant. As always... YMMV __________________ Hopp Custom Leather <------ click for HOLSTER awesomeness!! -There is no theory of evolution... Just a list of creatures Chuck Norris has allowed to live.

May 11, 2012, 11:29 PM	#9
gunsmokeTPF Junior member Join Date: February 14, 2012 Posts: 268	I use a holster that's similar and it works for me. Get a price on the girl as well.