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Title: Fobus Holsters
Post by: GH1 on July 30, 2009, 05:08:35 AM

Does anybody have any experience with these?  I'm looking for information regarding gun retention, concealability, comfort, etc.
GH1 :)

Title: Re: Fobus Holsters
Post by: Dakotaranger on July 30, 2009, 05:10:20 AM

Your better off to get a Blackhawk Serpa holster.  Nether are the easiest to conceal but the Fobus holsters have no retention ability, but make a good range holster

Title: Re: Fobus Holsters
Post by: Sgt Z Squad on July 30, 2009, 05:56:23 AM

I have a couple of the paddle type for my guns. Simple, light weight and they do have a built in retention to keep the gun in place. Price is right. My primary holster is the Crossbreed Super Tuck though.

Title: Re: Fobus Holsters
Post by: charliefarmerboy33 on July 30, 2009, 06:11:50 AM

I have a Fobus paddle holster for my J-frame I love it. The holster is molded so that only on the proper draw angle can the gun be removed from the holster. Pulling it at any other angle will result in trying to remove the holster from your waist band. The retention is very good. And the price is very good.

Title: Re: Fobus Holsters
Post by: Rastus on July 30, 2009, 06:31:21 AM

The ones I know of have rivets.  A nice snappy jerk and the bad guy has your weapon....not that you are going to let him get that close, of course.  Something to consider when looking at various models if you have open carry or are an LEO.

Title: Re: Fobus Holsters
Post by: Ping on July 30, 2009, 06:38:23 AM

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Blackhawk Serpa holster

Guess it was already mentioned. And it comes with the paddle and the belt attachment so you have a choice.

Title: Re: Fobus Holsters
Post by: Rob Pincus on July 30, 2009, 07:35:56 AM

In their category (moderate to low price and no retention other than fit/friction), they are good holsters, but they are not exceptional in any way except maybe "value".  When you look at the price difference between a "decent" holster and a "good" holster, I don't think Value is the right factor to base your carry holster selection on.

-RJP

Title: Re: Fobus Holsters
Post by: Walkeraviator on July 30, 2009, 09:04:26 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDeKtgkZKmQ

Title: Re: Fobus Holsters
Post by: mosbear on July 30, 2009, 02:34:28 PM

I have Fobus Revolution paddle. Comfortable to wear. Retention of the full size MP9 is good. Don't expect to win quick draw contest, though. Don't worry about durability, any holster could be destroyed if you put your mind to it. ;)

Title: Re: Fobus Holsters
Post by: Kid Shelleen on July 30, 2009, 04:53:10 PM

Another vote for the Blackhawk Sepra. It's a Fobus + with the release button and choice of belt or paddle.

Title: Re: Fobus Holsters
Post by: GH1 on July 30, 2009, 05:54:03 PM

I just went to the Backhawk website & unfortunately they don't offer a holster for either of my guns. (Taurus 4" .357 & Bersa .380)  Any other recommendations for concealed carry?
GH1 :)

Title: Re: Fobus Holsters
Post by: Ping on July 30, 2009, 06:14:40 PM

Fobus or Blade Tech is a suggestion.