Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster (Read 9541 times)

mauidog

Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« on: November 08, 2015, 05:02:14 PM »
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Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #1 on: November 08, 2015, 10:58:21 PM »
Seen it. Interesting concept.  Seems like it would be comfortable to wear.  Don't think you would be able to draw while seated.

1. I am curios how bulky it is
2. I wonder if it'll eject the pistol onto the ground if you pull too enthusiastically
3. I wonder how comfortable it is if it is bulky....


Drakiir84

Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #2 on: November 09, 2015, 07:28:00 AM »
I bought the XL holster which is the suggested size for a G17. While the concept might work fine for a smaller pistol it definitely doesn't fly with something full sized like a G17.

Prints like a mother fucker in light pants and the draw is anything but smooth.
"The rifle is a weapon. Let there be no mistake about that. It is a tool of power, and thus dependent completely upon the moral stature of its user. It is equally useful in securing meat for the table, destroying group enemies on the battlefield, and resisting tyranny. In fact, it is the only means of resisting tyranny, since a citizenry armed with rifles simply cannot be tyrannized."
-Jeff Cooper

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Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #3 on: November 09, 2015, 10:29:58 AM »
I bought the XL holster which is the suggested size for a G17. While the concept might work fine for a smaller pistol it definitely doesn't fly with something full sized like a G17.

Prints like a mother fucker in light pants and the draw is anything but smooth.

This might be good for me. Make my "gun" look bigger than it really is. Lol

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Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #4 on: November 09, 2015, 10:33:43 AM »
I bought the XL holster which is the suggested size for a G17. While the concept might work fine for a smaller pistol it definitely doesn't fly with something full sized like a G17.

Prints like a mother fucker in light pants and the draw is anything but smooth.

on a serious note.  What would your thoughts be on a compact size pistol, say G19 size? or only suited for ultra compact?

Drakiir84

Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #5 on: November 09, 2015, 10:44:52 AM »
on a serious note.  What would your thoughts be on a compact size pistol, say G19 size? or only suited for ultra compact?

The 19 might be small enough to work properly with a smaller holster but quite honestly I don't think I'd try it again.  I carry my 17 at home in an incog iwb holster and it's comfortable enough that I barely notice it.  The attractiveness of the Urban Carry holster is the fact that you can carry whatever firearm you feel like for the day without having to own a different holster for each gun but since the draw is so shitty with the G17 I'm not going to waste anymore money on trying a smaller one. 
"The rifle is a weapon. Let there be no mistake about that. It is a tool of power, and thus dependent completely upon the moral stature of its user. It is equally useful in securing meat for the table, destroying group enemies on the battlefield, and resisting tyranny. In fact, it is the only means of resisting tyranny, since a citizenry armed with rifles simply cannot be tyrannized."
-Jeff Cooper

oldfart

Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #6 on: November 09, 2015, 11:43:22 AM »
This might be good for me. Make my "gun" look bigger than it really is. Lol
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Aahh you beat me to it. I was going to say something like it makes you popular with the ladies...

And some guys too
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Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #7 on: March 24, 2016, 01:49:51 PM »
Had to try it.  Purchased the size large, per Web site, for the CZ compact.  Very comfortable and conceals well. It does bulge a little depending on where it is worn and what type of pants is worn. Thin material pants will print bad, I use cargo type pants somewhat loosely fitted, and it is not a problem.  It sticks on the belt line slightly on the draw, but with practice it can be trained out. Easily carried all day doing numerous tasks involving sitting, standing, crouching, and walking with no discomfort nor very obvious printing. It works as advertised in this size IMO.

Things that I think would make this a winner.
Stringing the belt through the leather loops, especially a stiff gun belt, is a real PITA.  If there where some kind of clip system that made it easier to put on and take off, I'd like this much much better.

Also, if the leather was sewn to better hold and position the pistol, preferably holding the gun's butt under the leather flaps, I think that would make the draw smoother.  However, that would undoubtedly make the holster less universal and bring the price up as well.

All in all, I think it's a good holster for deep concealment.  Just realize there will be certain limitations. 

Inspector

Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #8 on: March 24, 2016, 02:10:05 PM »
Had to try it.  Purchased the size large, per Web site, for the CZ compact.  Very comfortable and conceals well. It does bulge a little depending on where it is worn and what type of pants is worn. Thin material pants will print bad, I use cargo type pants somewhat loosely fitted, and it is not a problem.  It sticks on the belt line slightly on the draw, but with practice it can be trained out. Easily carried all day doing numerous tasks involving sitting, standing, crouching, and walking with no discomfort nor very obvious printing. It works as advertised in this size IMO.

Things that I think would make this a winner.
Stringing the belt through the leather loops, especially a stiff gun belt, is a real PITA.  If there where some kind of clip system that made it easier to put on and take off, I'd like this much much better.

Also, if the leather was sewn to better hold and position the pistol, preferably holding the gun's butt under the leather flaps, I think that would make the draw smoother.  However, that would undoubtedly make the holster less universal and bring the price up as well.

All in all, I think it's a good holster for deep concealment.  Just realize there will be certain limitations.
I don't know about this holster B. It places the muzzle pointing at a very precarious piece of man equipment which I value highly. I think it would take me quite some time to get used to having the muzzle of a 9mm pointed at and within an inch of my bumpy bits. :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
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eyeeatingfish

Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #9 on: March 24, 2016, 07:56:10 PM »
I would prefer a non leather version since we live in Hawaii and my leather tends to mold if not regularly used.

The idea is very interesting to me but it is hard to imagine how it would feel wearing it around, moving, sitting, and lying down.

Also wouldn't work with board shorts!

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Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #10 on: March 24, 2016, 08:25:20 PM »
I don't know about this holster B. It places the muzzle pointing at a very precarious piece of man equipment which I value highly. I think it would take me quite some time to get used to having the muzzle of a 9mm pointed at and within an inch of my bumpy bits. :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

It kind of rides more in the front of the leg.  Less flagging of the bumpy parts than a typical appendix carry rig.  Most of the entire pistol is covered by the leather, so unless you some how got something inside the holster by accident, I can't see the gun being accidentally discharged.

When sitting, it kind of follows your leg, just like if you had something in your front pocket.  Most of the printing kinda looks like you have a bulky phone or other item in your pocket.

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Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #11 on: March 24, 2016, 08:29:58 PM »
I would prefer a non leather version since we live in Hawaii and my leather tends to mold if not regularly used.

The idea is very interesting to me but it is hard to imagine how it would feel wearing it around, moving, sitting, and lying down.

Also wouldn't work with board shorts!

I used it all day once while doing heavy yard work, since we cannot CCW that was the reason I wanted it.  Most 'normal' holsters are uncomfortable to me or don't conceal well when doing house things.  ie yard work, lounging, etc

Board shorts, yep, no go.  Lol.  That is why I think some kind of belt clip would be good.

eyeeatingfish

Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #12 on: March 25, 2016, 07:33:01 PM »
I used it all day once while doing heavy yard work, since we cannot CCW that was the reason I wanted it.  Most 'normal' holsters are uncomfortable to me or don't conceal well when doing house things.  ie yard work, lounging, etc

Board shorts, yep, no go.  Lol.  That is why I think some kind of belt clip would be good.

How did it feel when you were moving around? I have worn around a Glock 23 in a leather pancake holster on my hip a good deal and it mostly doesn't bother me but this might still be an interesting alternative.

Does it make your leg sweaty? Does it migrate towards your junk? Do you think it would work as a hip carry option? I am guessing you clearly bent over and twisted etc while doing the yard work.

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Re: Urban Carry Total Concealment Holster
« Reply #13 on: March 25, 2016, 09:27:04 PM »
How did it feel when you were moving around? I have worn around a Glock 23 in a leather pancake holster on my hip a good deal and it mostly doesn't bother me but this might still be an interesting alternative.

Does it make your leg sweaty? Does it migrate towards your junk? Do you think it would work as a hip carry option? I am guessing you clearly bent over and twisted etc while doing the yard work.

Honestly, It just feels like I'm carrying a bulky item in my front pocket.  The belt through the leather and one loop of the pants keeps it pretty secure from migrating to areas that you don't want it.  I found it most comfortable and easiest to draw in the cross draw type appendix position.  Didn't notice sweating more than usual; the leather protected the pistol from the sweat.   The CZ is a pretty heavy pistol for a compact, yet the holster seems comfortable enough for me.  Ideally a smaller, slimmer,  pistol would be even more comfortable.  But like I said, one would have to live with some of the limitations that is inherent with the design.  You give up some speed of draw for better concealability and comfort.

Also, I forgot to mention sitting and drawing.  It can be done, but it further slows draw.  I would have to flatten out a bit, and suck in that beer gut, to draw. Lol.