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IWB Holster for Glock 23?


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I know this isn’t really a competition question, but can anyone recommend a good IWB holster for concealed carry (that I might use in an IDPA match). I have a Fobus IWB holster that isn’t really that comfortable so I never use it. I like kydex so is the Bladetech IWB holster any good? Would leather be better? Thanks.

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I know this isn’t really a competition question, but can anyone recommend a good IWB holster for concealed carry (that I might use in an IDPA match). I have a Fobus IWB holster that isn’t really that comfortable so I never use it. I like kydex so is the Bladetech IWB holster any good? Would leather be better? Thanks.

Ahhh, the $1 million dollar question! :wacko:

I found that the BladeTech, G-Code (kydex), Don Hume, Galco, Will Bill's (leather) were all comfy as long as you were standing up, but once you jumped in a vehicle, or sat at a desk, they all developed teeth! I have a Threat Solutions UCH (Ultimate Concealment Holster) on order based on more than a few threads on here, but hold no real illusions about it being any different. I think the comfort of IWB holsters is based on the individuals build/weight/pants fit/type, and for some they all work and for some, its a loosing proposition. But once the UCR gets here (currently week 3 of a 4-5 week wait) I'll let you know what I think.

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For competition --- Kydex, though if it's an all-day affair, I'm going OWB. Kydex IWB is good for s four stage indoor match, where you're in and out in an hour....

For actually carrying the piece all day long --- the Milt Sparks Executive's Companion is the most comfortable holster I've ever worn.....

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I believe you can never go wrong with a Milt Sparks Summer Special 2 in horsehide. I've got one for several guns and have used them for the past 5-6 years. My new carry holster is the Comp-Tac Infidel. I find it very comfortable. I carry a G19 in it all day every day and have no issues of discomfort. Been using it since Comp-Tac came out with it after using a CTAC.

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I carry a G23 in appendix IWB carry. I use a Highnoon "Mr. Softy." Excellent holster for $25.

If you want to know if you can rapidly draw from your concealment holster while moving with another person engaging you, do some force-on-force with your carry holster and your real mode of concelament (as opposed to the photographers vest with OWB kydex <_< )

This holster from Fist looks very cool too - I have one on order: Fist thin kydex cantable

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Sparks, Alessi and Kramer probably make three of the best in what you're looking for. The exact version depends on the angle you want and a few other features. Of the lot, it's pretty hard to go wrong with the Sparks Summer Special. R,

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Kydex IWB is a loser in my opinion. It is very functional but far from comfortable in an all day every day application.

I have been through a dozen IWB's and by far can recommend my favorite is from Tucker Gunleather followed closely by a Milt Sparks VM2.

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Hola--

I've tried several leather and kydex IWB for the glock. I am skinny and scrawny, and it has been difficult finding something that is fast, secure, comfortable and concealable. My favorite -- by far -- is the Comptac CTAC. Same concept as the Sparks VMII, but made of kydex and even thinner. I have one that is made with an open end, so I can carry a g19, 17 or 34, no problemo. Seriously, I weigh in at 140 pounds wet, and I carry a G17 comfortably and concealed. For ccw this holster has worked the best for me -- YMMV. Cheers.

-br

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I have a Galco Summer Comfort holster that I have had and carried my G23 in almost daily that is very comfortable to me and at about $60 not a bad deal. As far as using for a match though I am not sure I never have personally.

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