Smart Carry Holster

[PaulD]

I've used a full-size smartcarry to carry an XD-9, CZ-75B, G19, G26, Kel-Tec P-11, SW642 and Ruger sp101.  Like the website says, you can use a safety pin to down-size a larger size to fit a smaller gun. I don't particularly like the way that clump of extra denim feels below the barrel when it's safety pinned for a much  smaller barrel but it works.  On me, the very edge of the butt prints even with a G26. It's not bad but I can't say it just disappears.  Close but not perfect and someone would really need to stare to notice. With pleated pants it's easy to conceal in the pleat.  It can also be moved off-center to conceal the butt better in flat fronts.  Looser pants (and probably a flatter stomach) conceal it better and looser makes the draw easier. The draw is much slower than a typical IWB and is very difficult sitting down but it works.  I agree with RecoveringGTer's comments on the strange draw angle.  I find longer barrels like the CZ-75B less comfortable and I need to shift the barrel down a pants leg when sitting. Using a urinal is also harder, you just have to use your off hand to get it (the smart carry) out of the way. It get's easier with practice just don't slip on the smartcarry mid-stream (don't ask how I know).  I used to use it a lot, especially when I first started carrying and was paranoid.  I still use it when I absolutlely positively want it concealed.  I haven't been to the smartcarry website in some time but as I recall the sales claims were pretty accurate.  I liked it enough that I bought for one for my daughter when she got her CCW.  She also likes it, but it's usefulness for her is limited by current female fashion.  YMMV, hope this helps.

[CDR]

Using a urinal is also harder, you just have to use your off hand to get it (the smart carry) out of the way. It get's easier with practice just don't slip on the smartcarry mid-stream (don't ask how I know).

Ewwwwwee.

[Chunky Monkey]

On me, the very edge of the butt prints even with a G26. It's not bad but I can't say it just disappears.  Close but not perfect and someone would really need to stare to notice. With pleated pants it's easy to conceal in the pleat.  It can also be moved off-center to conceal the butt better in flat fronts.  Looser pants (and probably a flatter stomach) conceal it better and looser makes the draw easier. . . .  YMMV, hope this helps.

Thanks everyone for all the input.  I think I will get one (can't beat the price) for my XD9SB to use until I can tuck away enough dough to buy a good belt and IWB holster.  Ordered my XD 9SB about a month ago and it is still not in.  Getting restless.

[Walter45Auto]

I use a Smartcarry at least once a week, With my GLOCK model 30. It works well. Don't wear the pants too tight. I'm gonna get a Small sized one to use with my Taurus 617 when I can. 

[gunman1911]

I have a full size 1911 that you all know is carred cocked and locked so I am kinda nervous about where the muzzle points.

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[Bidah]

To each their own issues, but it points down between your legs, not where you are thinking.  To me no worse than an IWB that you have stuffed upside your leg.  I would feel that if you are comfortable with cocked and locked, and are not doing mexican carry, they why worry?  I know a lot of people love IWB, but I personally cannot stand it that way.  Major clothing abuse..

-Bidah

[Walter45Auto]

Yeah. What he said.

[tombogan03884]

Thanks everyone for all the input.  I think I will get one (can't beat the price) for my XD9SB to use until I can tuck away enough dough to buy a good belt and IWB holster.  Ordered my XD 9SB about a month ago and it is still not in.  Getting restless.

Charley pretty much makes them to order, He keeps some ahead but he makes them himself I understand.

[PhoneCanuck]

Since I have only recently realized the need to carry a gun due my current neighbourhood situation   Would a smart carry work for my Glock 23, or would it be better to purchase a smaller flatter pistol?  I sometimes have to go into bad areas, it's all part of the life, and I want be sure to come home alive.  Any suggestions ultra conceallable holster and gun options??  Thought about Keltec 32acp, and .380. , and the Ruger LCP.   I love my Glock, but it's tough to carry in hot weather and still keep well concealled and be comfortable.  Then again I've heard it said "Carrying a gun is supposed to be comforting, not comfortable!"  But I say why can't it be both??

[Bidah]

I am not sure how big a Glock 23 is, but I carry all sizes of pistols.  Most complaints are about longer pistols, such as 5" 1911's.  Certainly smaller and flatter is easier, and more comfortable, but what are you willing to give up to get it?

-Bidah