I Went in a Crazy Direction! S&W Model 627 Pro Series

[FrankB]

I sold my Model 19-5, and went looking for a smaller revolver. The LGS/range was out of 9mm range ammo, and they had a 627 in the case. I traded an appropriate amount of 9mm, and got an even up exchange. This sucker is BIG, but nothing humongous. It shoots .357 Magnum like they’re .38 Special, and .38’s like they’re .22’s. If I can’t find a holster, check the classifieds...lol!
Overview: https://youtu.be/6q6ero9ptG4
My wife shooting .357’s: https://youtu.be/UoKtk6hmkPM

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It’s not so big that my mitt can’t cover it...
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[Blades]

Seems like a good trade to me. Enjoy it. Are you looking for a leather holster or kydex? I've been looking at .357's for awhile and I missed a S&W 686 3-5-7 a few days ago on a local forum for a good price. I told my wife if I see another one I'm buying it. :)

[FrankB]

I’m trying to find a high ride leather pancake holster. I’ve found a few Galco holsters, but they’re not ready to ship. My son has a 686+, and it looks like a J frame in comparison. 😳

[Poconnor]

A 627 is on my list. I would order a holster from Milt Sparks

[JHC]

Simply Rugged pancake is pretty high ride. Cool basic old school I think.

[FrankB]

Simply Rugged pancake is pretty high ride. Cool basic old school I think.

I was just on Milt Sparks’ website, and they have a 24 week wait period! I’ll look at the Simply Rugged.

[03RN]

Check out kramer.

I carried a redhawk every day for a year in it
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[03RN]

Nice gun btw. Im jelly.

[awp_101]

I sold my Model 19-5, and went looking for a smaller revolver.

Is it smaller than a breadbox?

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[JTMcC]

Nice gun, doesn't seem crazy to me.

In addition to the holsters mentioned I'd also look at:
Andrews Leather Saddle Style
Tucker HF3
Mernickle PS6

And a Safariland 567 for field/non concealed use.

I'm not so thrilled with the Simply Rugged pancakes, a lot of people are.

[FrankB]

This might do the trick. Let’s hear the Yeahs and Nays... 🤣

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[Cory]

I'm not very knowledgeable on revolver makes and models. How does this differ from a Smith 60-15 Performance center?

This lives in the desk at my Mom's work.
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[FrankB]

Cory
8 rounds in an N frame.

[Stephanie B]

This might do the trick. Let’s hear the Yeahs and Nays... 🤣

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I have one for my 686. The only gripe I have is that it's sized for a 1.75" belt. I prefer 1.5" slots.

This one from Winthrop (https://www.winthropholsters.com/pancake-outside-the-waistband-holsters/) caught my eye. Haven' bought it, yet.

[Stephanie B]

I'm not very knowledgeable on revolver makes and models. How does this differ from a Smith 60-15 Performance center?

Your mom's gun is a 5-shot J-frame. The OP's gun is a 8-shot N-frame. Shooting .357s out of even a steel J-frame is not my idea of fun.. It's enjoyable out of a N-frame.

[FrankB]

Stephanie B
I thought my Hanks bridal leather gun belt was 1.75”, but it’s 1.5”. It’s 1/4” thick, so I can just wrap duct tape around it if the holster is loose. 🤣 Thanks for your input, and I think that’s what I’ll order. I want to call tomorrow, and make sure it’s actually in stock before buying.

[03RN]

This might do the trick. Let’s hear the Yeahs and Nays... 🤣

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Nay

Ill use galco shoulderholsters but thats anout it.

Try thishttps://www.ebay.com/itm/Safariland-567-Custom-Fit-Belt-Slide-S-W-N-Frame-4in-Plain-567-12-412/353167174177?hash=item523a676a21:g:OBAAAOSw2VpfMiJ T

[JTMcC]

The Combat Master is about as high ride as you'll find for a revolver(Tucker HF3 is just as high and about 30 bucks more, I don't have a HF3 yet but people I know who do love them) but Galco sure isn't my favorite. Ones I've had tended to loosen up considerably when used every day. I have one that has ZERO retention after what I consider a short life.
The Mernickle (at less cost than a Galco), and the Kramer (at a little more than the Galco), will in my experience keep their retention mucho, mucho longer.
I consider Galco overpriced for what you get.
That said some people consider them top notch. Maybe the two I've had were anomalies.

[JTMcC]

Nay

Ill use galco shoulderholsters but thats anout it.

Try thishttps://www.ebay.com/itm/Safariland-567-Custom-Fit-Belt-Slide-S-W-N-Frame-4in-Plain-567-12-412/353167174177?hash=item523a676a21:g:OBAAAOSw2VpfMiJ T

You can find that holster for about 35 bucks if you look. They are very nice, but harsh for any type of concealment (at least with an N frame). I've done it but MAN they tilt the butt out away from the body. Even a heavy vest or coat will tent bad.
I've used several belt attachments, none of them bring the gun in close.
Everybody should have one tho for strolling around in the great outdoors.

[HCM]

I'm not so thrilled with the Simply Rugged pancakes, a lot of people are.

Me neither. Conceal ok but drawing and re-holstering are problematic.

[03RN]

Me neither. Conceal ok but drawing and re-holstering are problematic.

Thats what Ive found.

[JHC]

Me neither. Conceal ok but drawing and re-holstering are problematic.

That's valid. I think of it more of a field holster where the pistol is buried deep.

[FrankB]

I just ordered the Galco Combat Master. If it doesn’t work out, I can add it to the pile of tanned leather....

[JTMcC]

I just ordered the Galco Combat Master. If it doesn’t work out, I can add it to the pile of tanned leather....

That holster makes it easy to conceal an 4" N frame with a loose t-shirt. They are high & tight.