AIWB HOLSTERS FOR REVOLVERS

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So I have the pocket and ankle figured out. My sticking point is AIWB for revolvers No really good reviews out there that I can find.
Really not that many AIWB specific holster for revolvers. Im not talking about run to the grocery holsters. Im talking about all day holsters.
For me personally on autos Ive learned I need the wing and awl pad. Not sure how this is going to play out with the J but with the one holster I do have I think Im going to need the same.
I thought maybe there are a few people here who carry the wheelies and you perhaps could share what has or has not worked for you or holsters you are aware of.
Of course something that stays in place and provides all day wearability.
Maybe home made mods that made a holster work for you that previously wouldn't have.
Ive got a zulubravokydex.com holster ordered. A few others bookmarked. Ive got a feeling this is going to be an expensive search.

[Totem Polar]

There’s a number of good options. For larger wheelies, it’s hard to beat JM custom kydex (JMCK). I’ve got a “George” (after the illustrious P-F’er) for a 4” K-frame that is excellent. For J frames, Dark Star Gear’s Apollo gets the nod. I’ve also had good luck with Legacy Arms (Also Apollo) minimalist with an LCR. JMCK and DSG are members here. Dale Fricke has fans as well—I’ve got a ton of his little kydex trigger guards to lug guns around in range bags an chest rigs.

https://www.jmcustomkydex.com/p/GEORGE.html

https://darkstargear.com/product/jframe/?v=757e5b5109ed

https://legacyfirearmsco.com/apollo-minimalist-iwb/

https://dalefrickeholsters.com/product/archangel-appendix-carry/

I’ve put in some long days with kydex AIWB and wheelies with perfect comfort, but due to regular NPE gigging, I’m not the guy to ask about long-term chronic carry with these rigs. Good luck in your search, I’m sure other good options will be forthcoming.

[Lon]

I’ve got AIWB holsters for my 3” K’s from JMCK and Custom Carry Concepts. JMCK wins hands down.

[Stephanie B]

I have a JMCK AIWB holster with a neoprene wedge for a 3" K. It also works OK for a 4" gun.

I also have a Kramer clip holster that works well. I prefer the JMCK when it's warm out.

[blues]

I have a JMCK for 3" L Frame (686+) that worked great while I still owned the revolver.

Also, in leather, I found the Triple K #314 (https://www.americasgunstore.com/triple-k-314-inside-the-pants-holster/) worked well for me.

Also have Dark Star Gear and Harry's Holster for my S&W 642-1 J frame.

[RJ]

I have a DSG Kydex metal-clip holster for my LCR. I don't wear it AIWB but usually it clips to my gym shorts. I'd defer to orionz06 as to whether it's an "AIWB" holster or not, but I really like it.

[JRV]

I modded a Tagua-branded BladeTech Nano (clone or OEM?) with better quality PTD snap loops and a size able foam wedge. It works as a very comfortable option for a 3” Model 60 (couldn’t find any other options for the non-PC full lug model). It gets worn on hikes, fishing trips, hunts, and other sweaty outdoor activities where I see more benefit in carrying a stainless .357 mag than having 18 rounds of 9mm available.

After a lot of experimentation, I have found that round butt stocks (specifically, the old UM Spegel clones) really don’t “need” a wing/claw under a more fitted shirt. The weight isn’t in the grip area and the profile is very rounded, so the gun doesn’t flop about and clothing doesn’t really snag onto it.

[Hizzie]

JMCK for my GP100’s

DSG for my snubs.

[03RN]

I think its been about 2 years of wearing a jmcustom aiwb. Originally bought for a 4" m19 I cut an inch off of it when I got my 2.75" m66.

Most comfortable edc rig I own.

[Guerrero]

There’s a number of good options. For larger wheelies, it’s hard to beat JM custom kydex (JMCK). I’ve got a “George” (after the illustrious P-F’er)...

Who?

[Totem Polar]

Who?

PM inbound

[Guerrero]

PM inbound

Thanks

[TQP]

Harry's Icon and DSG for the J, and a George ( based on recommendations here) for the K.

[Michpatriot]

I like my smart carry..j frame carries great..deep concealment with it adj low and loose..or with it adjusted a little high, faster draw. As simple as hitching up the back of the attached belt to get a higher carry on demand and pop the grip out of the front waistband a little. Decide you want it back to deep concealed just pull out the waist a little and it drops back down. YMMV like everything else some will think its crap.. But me likey.

[Stephanie B]

Harry's Icon and DSG for the J, and a George ( based on recommendations here) for the K.

I went with the regular AIWB holster from JMCK, with a small muzzle pad.

[JJN]

I like this with J-frames: http://www.sideguardholsters.com/holsters/MinClip.htm. I'm also very fond of ClipGrip or Birami Hip-Grips in a Werner set-up.

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I like this with J-frames: http://www.sideguardholsters.com/holsters/MinClip.htm. I'm also very fond of ClipGrip or Birami Hip-Grips in a Werner set-up.

Most appendix carry are straight drop. That appears canted.

[Rex G]

Now-discontinued Eagle Industries for my N-Frames, SA sixguns, and GP100. (Soft-side nylon; one accommodates all.)

(Actually, an SA sixgun can be carried holster-less, with the loading gate flipped open, to act as a hanger. ;) )

JMCK for K-Frames and SP101.

A smaller Eagle Industies soft-side nylon for my SP101 and J-Snubs.

Whisky for my men.

Beer for my horses.

[jetfire]

JMCK for my GP100’s

DSG for my snubs.

This is the correct answer, although I would have also accepted PHLster for snubs. I've worked with Tony at JM Custom on some pretty wild projects, including a holster for a 3 inch L-frame that mounts an Aimpoint ACRO. It's beautiful and amazing.

[camel]

I’ll second or fourth or fifth jmck for a full-size revolver. If I hadn’t gained weight recently I would still be able to carry appendix with a gp100 4.2inch barrel.

[Lon]

This is the correct answer, although I would have also accepted PHLster for snubs. I've worked with Tony at JM Custom on some pretty wild projects, including a holster for a 3 inch L-frame that mounts an Aimpoint ACRO. It's beautiful and amazing.

No pics?

[Stephanie B]

I'm thinking of getting something for not a lot of money for my offhand, in case I screw up my shooting hand.

[jetfire]

No pics?

There are a couple on my Instagram, user name is radicaleb_ (the underscore is important). We’re in the process of moving so I don’t have it handy right now

[JJN]

Most appendix carry are straight drop. That appears canted.

The one I have is vertical. I got it secondhand, but it's probably in the options.

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The one I have is vertical. I got it secondhand, but it's probably in the options.

Correct you are. I didnt get past the pics to look at the specs.

[jetfire]

There are a couple on my Instagram, user name is radicaleb_ (the underscore is important). We’re in the process of moving so I don’t have it handy right now

Alright, here is the JM Custom that he built up to my specs, pictured with a 586 L-Comp

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[Duces Tecum]

I'm thinking of getting something for not a lot of money for my offhand, in case I screw up my shooting hand.

@Stephanie . . . PM sent.

[csheehy]

jetfire:

Not to hijack the thread, but that is some Snake Plissken-level revolver there!

[Stephanie B]

Also, in leather, I found the Triple K #314 (https://www.americasgunstore.com/triple-k-314-inside-the-pants-holster/) worked well for me.

I ordered and received a left-hand one, very quickly, too. The price was reasonable; for one thing, it's probably going to reside in the box o'holsters for the day that my strong-side hand/arm is out of commission for a time.

[DpdG]

CDA for a 3” 65 by JRC Holsters:
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[jtcarm]

Lobo Leather offset belt clip:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201020/280c146d9b233edbbc1fdcd6c36e8bbc.jpg

[Tony Mayer]

This is the correct answer, although I would have also accepted PHLster for snubs. I've worked with Tony at JM Custom on some pretty wild projects, including a holster for a 3 inch L-frame that mounts an Aimpoint ACRO. It's beautiful and amazing.

Guys and Gals, if you are opting for the jet fire/ Pliskin :cool: style red dot equipped revolver set up, it will only work as a claw design with a red dot option. The wedge location of the normal AIWB/George styles won't work as the bottom of the wedge will be at the top of the belt.....basically no grip tucky tuck. Right now we don't have the revolvers up on the website in the Wing Claw 2.0 design (only claw design that will work with the red dots) but should within a week...ish. If you want to order now, use any pistol in the drop down and let me know in the comments it's for whatever barrel length K or L frame you have.

Thanks

[jtcarm]

Alright, here is the JM Custom that he built up to my specs, pictured with a 586 L-Comp

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What sight is that?

[jetfire]

What sight is that?

Aimpoint ACRO on an Apex Tactical Mount

[TDA]

I hate myself for contemplating this project, but I have an L-Comp and... what are those grips?

[03RN]

CDA for a 3” 65 by JRC Holsters:
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That looks great!

Did you happen to get a speed loader pouch with it as well?

[03RN]

I hate myself for contemplating this project, but I have an L-Comp and... what are those grips?

Looks like vz round to square conversion grips.

[DpdG]

That looks great!

Did you happen to get a speed loader pouch with it as well?

Unfortunately no. With the benefit of hindsight I wish I had, plus wish I had sprung for the shark trim I was contemplating at the time, but money was a little tighter then.

[Wayne Dobbs]

JMCK for my GP100’s

DSG for my snubs.

This.

[jetfire]

I hate myself for contemplating this project, but I have an L-Comp and... what are those grips?

Those are VZ Grips, it's their round-to-square butt conversion model. I wanted to get a gun that had as much surface contact area as possible, and these grips accomplish that without sacrificing too much concealability.

[Johnny Walker]

Alrighty - I picked up a new 325 NG and ran 60 rounds of 200 gr ball ammo thru the gun - all is good... Not much difference in the recoil department than my K19-3 2.5" shooting Buffalo bore 38 +P 158 LSWHP load. Have not performed any drills or other performance related experiments yet... searching for a holster now.

I searched JMCK for AIWB option but alas, failed to find one... who is running any of night guards and have you had luck on an AIWB option?? My other option is a Kramer IWB holster but I much prefer AIWB if at all possible...

Please advise

[DrkBlue]

Alrighty - I picked up a new 325 NG and ran 60 rounds of 200 gr ball ammo thru the gun - all is good... Not much difference in the recoil department than my K19-3 2.5" shooting Buffalo bore 38 +P 158 LSWHP load. Have not performed any drills or other performance related experiments yet... searching for a holster now.

I searched JMCK for AIWB option but alas, failed to find one... who is running any of night guards and have you had luck on an AIWB option?? My other option is a Kramer IWB holster but I much prefer AIWB if at all possible...

Please advise

Options are a bit limited these days for AIWB.
Don Hume has/had a few that are potentially workable.
I rolled my own kydex for K Frame snubs. Not beautiful, but checks the boxes for me for positioning, retention and a slight body shield.

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[JTMcC]

Alrighty - I picked up a new 325 NG and ran 60 rounds of 200 gr ball ammo thru the gun - all is good... Not much difference in the recoil department than my K19-3 2.5" shooting Buffalo bore 38 +P 158 LSWHP load. Have not performed any drills or other performance related experiments yet... searching for a holster now.

I searched JMCK for AIWB option but alas, failed to find one... who is running any of night guards and have you had luck on an AIWB option?? My other option is a Kramer IWB holster but I much prefer AIWB if at all possible...

Please advise

Dale Fricke will mold kydex for 329's, might try there. That's the only option I'm aware of so far...

[Clusterfrack]

JMCK IWB 3.

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[Johnny Walker]

THANKS Guys

[backtrail540]

Just got this from jmck for a 4" k frame

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[HeavyDuty]

I’m hoping that when DSG starts supporting Kimber K6 3” an AIWB option will be offered. I’d carry it a lot more if I had more options.

[03RN]

Just got this from jmck for a 4" k frame

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That looks like its going to sit really high. Hopefully it works for ya.

[Tony Mayer]

That looks like its going to sit really high. Hopefully it works for ya.

That is the problem with the red dots and revolvers. The non red dot wing claws will not run that high.

[luckyman]

I’m hoping that when DSG starts supporting Kimber K6 3” an AIWB option will be offered. I’d carry it a lot more if I had more options.

What holster are you using now? Excuse me if I missed an earlier post on it.

[HeavyDuty]

What holster are you using now? Excuse me if I missed an earlier post on it.

A leather OWB pancake.

[luckyman]

A leather OWB pancake.

Well darn it, was hoping for a different answer.

That’s why I made a rule to myself to never buy another pistol without checking JMcustom and Darkstar first.

[backtrail540]

That looks like its going to sit really high. Hopefully it works for ya.

Still playing around with it, obviously. But in the time i had today, it wasn't as bad as it looks. I put some cant in to drop the butt down while still keeping the dot up, decided on the smaller claw to not push the dot out, added a muzzle wedge and it's still high but not printing as bad as expected.

The rogers grips are huge. With a set of boots or round butts, it'd work quite well, I'm certain. I'm going to keep experimenting and I'll update if i have any breakthroughs but I'm happy now.

As it is, this is just a range holster anyway so that i can play with my 617 from concealment. If i were to carry a wheel gun I'd use my gp100 in a jmck regular aiwb, which is my preference but the design won't work with dots unfortunately.

[medmo]

Well darn it, was hoping for a different answer.

That’s why I made a rule to myself to never buy another pistol without checking JMcustom and Darkstar first.

I’ve been using this C&G Covert holster for AIWB-ing my K6S 2” for a few months now with great results carried at 1:00. I wear a Wilderness Instructor belt with the Velcro end over the clip. The only adjustment I’ve made is hitting the bottom edge with 600 grit paper to smooth it up and make it absolutely comfy. Conceals perfect for me under an untucked t shirt. I think it would work well for the 3”.

https://www.candgholsters.com/collections/k6s

[HeavyDuty]

I’ve been using this C&G Covert holster for AIWB-ing my K6S 2” for a few months now with great results carried at 1:00. I wear a Wilderness Instructor belt with the Velcro end over the clip. The only adjustment I’ve made is hitting the bottom edge with 600 grit paper to smooth it up and make it absolutely comfy. Conceals perfect for me under an untucked t shirt. I think it would work well for the 3”.

https://www.candgholsters.com/collections/k6s

Sadly the product page specifies 2” only. 3” revolvers have always been both praised by shooters and shunned by the support market.

[medmo]

Sadly the product page specifies 2” only. 3” revolvers have always been both praised by shooters and shunned by the support market.

Very sad. Sorry for the bum scoop.

[HeavyDuty]

Very sad. Sorry for the bum scoop.

No, thank you! I’ll keep an eye on them in case that changes, and will send them a message too. I appreciate you pointing them out.

[luckyman]

Any new leads for an AIWB holster for a 3" Kimber K6s? I just splurged and bought one :)

[jtcarm]

Lobo Leather offset belt clip.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220314/70ba1a5fd5e625e927e9a5fc71394c6e.jpg

[03RN]

Lobo Leather offset belt clip.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220314/70ba1a5fd5e625e927e9a5fc71394c6e.jpg

I wish they made those with a reinforced mouth.

[eb07]

I went with sideguard for all my revolvers. I tell him where I want the top of the cylinder to ride in relation to my belt line and he custom makes it custom fit

Charter bulldog 2.5 -- j-frame -- 4" model 19 kframe

https://i.postimg.cc/XY0mXFvN/IMG-20200313-142840.jpg

2.5" model 19 kframe

https://i.postimg.cc/9MJCmK28/PXL-20210826-163924499.jpg


Erich makes awesome long lasting rigid holsters

[luckyman]

Well, I purchased an ANR kydex holster I found for my Kimber K6S 3" revolver, and am less than thrilled. It only came with a tuckable strut. The strut feels pretty flimsy, and the setup leaves the revolver up high with more of it above my pants than I prefer. Plus they didn't give any options on belt width. It only comes with a PTD 1 3/4" loop, and I use only 1 1/2" belts.

I guess I will go digging through my (embarrassingly large and growing) box of holsters and see if I can cobble something together. The holster body itself fits the revolver just fine, although it feels more flimsy than what I'm used to. I've also got an email out to Lobo Leather thanks to the posts above.

[arcticlightfighter]

For a J Frame

My favorite is the GALCO leather IWB Stow and Go
$35 on Midway
http://https://ads.midwayusa.com/product/1017737334?pid=421214&utm_medium=shopping&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Shooting+-+Holsters+%26+Belts&utm_content=421214&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpImTBhCmARIsAKr58cxukrNyUKnHY83rvEFI j912G-0WrR6FfSl7tjaly8SFst8fIW5J_yMaAn70EALw_wcB

Absolutely the most comfortable and can be worn straight drop IWB or AIWB which is how I carry my J Frames

See other posts for full size revolvers

[camsdaddy]

I went with sideguard for all my revolvers. I tell him where I want the top of the cylinder to ride in relation to my belt line and he custom makes it custom fit

Charter bulldog 2.5 -- j-frame -- 4" model 19 kframe

https://i.postimg.cc/XY0mXFvN/IMG-20200313-142840.jpg

2.5" model 19 kframe

https://i.postimg.cc/9MJCmK28/PXL-20210826-163924499.jpg


Erich makes awesome long lasting rigid holsters
What are his current lead times. I’ve ordered in the past and sometimes they were different than listed. I love the the minimal clip I have for my j frame.

[defilade]

Since diving (back) into the revolver world, I have started getting more AIWB holsters as well.

I started off with a Phlster city special several years ago now for a J frame. Then I bought a Taurus 856, and couldn’t find a AIWB holster, so I made one. And finally my latest purchase was a JM Custom AIWB for a 4” Smith & Wesson K frame. Unfortunately I haven’t got to use it very much because the Smith needed some work. It does work for my very first handgun that I purchased back in the 90’s, and Smith & Wesson 586 so that was a cool bonus.

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[Lester Polfus]

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I have been extremely happy with my Dark Star Gear holster for both my 640 PRO and 638.

[luckyman]

Lobo Leather offset belt clip.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220314/70ba1a5fd5e625e927e9a5fc71394c6e.jpg

Did you get this with a lining or without?

[eb07]

What are his current lead times. I’ve ordered in the past and sometimes they were different than listed. I love the the minimal clip I have for my j frame.

I have never waited more than six weeks for one. You would have to contact him to find out current times.

[backtrail540]

A decent looking option for a lot of the current small revolvers (k6s, lcr, sp101, king cobra, 605, j's, bodyguard new style)

https://tulster.com/inside-the-waistband/rath-series/


and one i've been looking at for the longer k6s variants

https://t5customkydex.com/kimber-k6-revolver-semi-custom-iwb/

[Tarrrnation!]

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I have had a good experience with appendix carrying a Smith and Wesson 2.6 inch 627 (N frame) in an Archangel Appendix Carry AIWB Holster. It is made of Kydex. It was $115 with shipping.

It keeps the gun secure, yet fast on the draw.
The rear portion of the holster (the part against my abdomen) is long enough (tall enough) to keep sweat off my gun. I do get sweat on the grips, but that is ok. Also, I am using largish Hogue grips on there and smaller grips may not get as sweaty. I have learned-if you appendix carry in the Summer-you and the holster and gun are gonna get sweaty. (I always wear a tucked t-shirt between the holstered gun and my body, then an untucked shirt over that).
It keeps the gun tight/flat against my abdomen and I can easily conceal with an untucked shirt.
It is a clip attachment that you fit over your belt to hold it in your pants, instead of snap belt loops, etc. I like clip holsters for ease of on and off.
One criticism: I paid a little extra to have a piece of foam doodad place on the lower inside (the side of the holster that is against the body) end of the holster and it started to come off within a week’s use. I resolved this by using some super glue and squeezing the foam pad to the holster overnight with a clamp. Has been fine since. The Foam piece is supposed to keep the grip of the gun closer to the body for better concealment and I believe it does help.

Other than that, I seems well made. I have used it daily for 3 months now (not that long, I know) but nothing has broken or failed on it with daily use.
Oh! I am not affiliated with the holster maker at all. Just passing may experience, cost, yadda yadda.
I have also had good luck with the Lobo Gunleather offset metal clip holster for a Ruger SP101 just like one in JTCarm’s prior post. Works good.

Tar

[luckyman]

Thanks to jtcarm I now have a holster for my 3” kimber that I’m satisfied with, from Lobo leather.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220824/76100910d8ee11ba76a379291817af87.jpg
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Wearing it whenever I go on a desert hike, which is about 3 days a week. The jcp (pillow) wasn’t mandatory but adds a little extra bit of comfort for me. It’s still not at the “can’t tell it’s there” comfort of the jm custom kydex aiwb2.5 for my 365xl, but I think that might be the weight of the pistol as much as anything. Conceal-ability is great

I like the belt clip better than expected, seems secure but really easy to take on and off.

[rathos]

The only leather one I have liked is the TT gun leather. I had it make for my old colt cobras (alloy with the 2 inch barrel). A few things I have noticed. I don't need a wedge or pillow for them to be comfortable, for the gun to stay in place, or for the gun not to want to roll out like a lot of other small barrel IWB holsters. The only downside is the belt loop. Though it works well, it does stick out a bit and makes it harder to wear with a t-shirt. Larger belt buckles help with that. I also have a JM kydex for my 3 inch GP-100, but I have the wing and a wedge for that one. It is extremely comfortable and works well, making it easy to hide the large gun.

[Colt191145lover]

9255892557

I have had a good experience with appendix carrying a Smith and Wesson 2.6 inch 627 (N frame) in an Archangel Appendix Carry AIWB Holster. It is made of Kydex. It was $115 with shipping.

It keeps the gun secure, yet fast on the draw.
The rear portion of the holster (the part against my abdomen) is long enough (tall enough) to keep sweat off my gun. I do get sweat on the grips, but that is ok. Also, I am using largish Hogue grips on there and smaller grips may not get as sweaty. I have learned-if you appendix carry in the Summer-you and the holster and gun are gonna get sweaty. (I always wear a tucked t-shirt between the holstered gun and my body, then an untucked shirt over that).
It keeps the gun tight/flat against my abdomen and I can easily conceal with an untucked shirt.
It is a clip attachment that you fit over your belt to hold it in your pants, instead of snap belt loops, etc. I like clip holsters for ease of on and off.
One criticism: I paid a little extra to have a piece of foam doodad place on the lower inside (the side of the holster that is against the body) end of the holster and it started to come off within a week’s use. I resolved this by using some super glue and squeezing the foam pad to the holster overnight with a clamp. Has been fine since. The Foam piece is supposed to keep the grip of the gun closer to the body for better concealment and I believe it does help.

Other than that, I seems well made. I have used it daily for 3 months now (not that long, I know) but nothing has broken or failed on it with daily use.
Oh! I am not affiliated with the holster maker at all. Just passing may experience, cost, yadda yadda.
I have also had good luck with the Lobo Gunleather offset metal clip holster for a Ruger SP101 just like one in JTCarm’s prior post. Works good.

Tar

I was very tempted to try this holster for a S&W Mountain gun. Thanks for the info!

[Tarrrnation!]

You bet! I Realised I forgot to mention the Archangel holster is made by Dalefricke holsters.

[Flamingo]

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I really like the JMCK AIWB for my GP-100. I got it made for a 4 inch gun, but it works great with my 3 inch GP-100.

[Vista461]

So I’m going to get an AIWB holster for my 3”S&W 64 after I pick it up.

Should I get one for a 3” or4”?

Wasn’t sure if the extra length is as good of an idea/necessary with a revolver as an autoloader, since it
doesn’t have the weight of a 15+ round mag of ammo on the top side of the belt line.

[Flamingo]

I have a 3 inch and a 4 inch GP100 so I went with the 4 inch. It works fine with both.

[Stephanie B]

So I’m going to get an AIWB holster for my 3”S&W 64 after I pick it up.

Should I get one for a 3” or4”?

Wasn’t sure if the extra length is as good of an idea/necessary with a revolver as an autoloader, since it
doesn’t have the weight of a 15+ round mag of ammo on the top side of the belt line.

IMO, no. The extra length doesn't seem to do much of anything other than be an annoyance. Tony sells neoprene wedges sized for shorter holsters.

IIRC, 03RN sawed off the bottom inch of his holster when he went to a shorter barrel.

[Stephanie B]

Double post. Deleted.

[03RN]

IMO, no. The extra length doesn't seem to do much of anything other than be an annoyance. Tony sells neoprene wedges sized for shorter holsters.

IIRC, 03RN sawed off the bottom inch of his holster when he went to a shorter barrel.

Yup. In terms of comfort the 3" is better and I don't think a 4" conceals noticably better.

I will say that I kinda want to order another 4" one for when I want to carry a 4" gun.:o

[L-2]

I've only got a couple of AIWB holsters for my .38 Special-sized S&W J-frames:

Blade-Tech.
https://blade-tech.com/products/klipt-iwb-holster?variant=5870550810652
https://www.amazon.com/Blade-Tech-Klipt-Holster-442-j-Frame/dp/B07HFGM971/ref=sr_1_7?crid=338HBXT6ERJDU&keywords=blade-tech+klipt&qid=1661720348&sprefix=blade-tech+klipt%2Caps%2C145&sr=8-7

No extra pads or wings. It just works well for me.

Safariland.
https://www.amazon.com/Safariland-27-01-61-Inside-Pants-Holster/dp/B0000CCY9K/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1BPABCVC90UDJ&keywords=safariland%2Biwb%2Bj-frame&qid=1661720423&sprefix=safariland%2Baiwb%2Bj-fram%2Caps%2C124&sr=8-2&th=1&psc=1
https://safariland.com/collections/iwb-holsters/products/model-27-inside-the-pants-concealment-holster-10990

No extra pads or wings. Personally, I'm not liking the belt "clip". I've been trying other clips and, so far, haven't found something "just right". I'll try a simple snap belt loop next. Maybe that'll be better, yet the supplied J-loop works ok.

My other revolver holsters are "owb" type.

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I've only got a couple of AIWB holsters for my .38 Special-sized S&W J-frames:

Blade-Tech.
https://blade-tech.com/products/klipt-iwb-holster?variant=5870550810652
https://www.amazon.com/Blade-Tech-Klipt-Holster-442-j-Frame/dp/B07HFGM971/ref=sr_1_7?crid=338HBXT6ERJDU&keywords=blade-tech+klipt&qid=1661720348&sprefix=blade-tech+klipt%2Caps%2C145&sr=8-7

No extra pads or wings. It just works well for me.

Safariland.
https://www.amazon.com/Safariland-27-01-61-Inside-Pants-Holster/dp/B0000CCY9K/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1BPABCVC90UDJ&keywords=safariland%2Biwb%2Bj-frame&qid=1661720423&sprefix=safariland%2Baiwb%2Bj-fram%2Caps%2C124&sr=8-2&th=1&psc=1
https://safariland.com/collections/iwb-holsters/products/model-27-inside-the-pants-concealment-holster-10990

No extra pads or wings. Personally, I'm not liking the belt "clip". I've been trying other clips and, so far, haven't found something "just right". I'll try a simple snap belt loop next. Maybe that'll be better, yet the supplied J-loop works ok.

My other revolver holsters are "owb" type.

Try a mono block. Either drill a hole in the center or just have it offset.