Glock 42 pocket holster?

[KeithH]

Bought a G42 on a whim after getting frustrated with LCP MAX reliability. Has anyone had experience with front pocket holsters for this gun (with retention)? I also made an assumption that the G42 would draw from a pocket as cleanly as my 640, which it does not. It’s a night and day difference.

[GJM]

I use this one for pocket carry but prefer a regular holster.

https://www.bigtexordnance.com/product/blue-force-gear-ultracomp-pocket-holster/

[BillSWPA]

I pocket carry 5 days/week for 6-7 months/year, and have pocket carried both a G26 and P365 regularly. The best pocket holster I have found is this one:

https://aholster.com/pocket-aholster/

I suggest wrapping a couple of layers of Moleskin around the pocket hook by the rear sight, extending a short diatance past the end of the hook, to protect your pockets.

[Glenn E. Meyer]

I use the DeSantis Superfly, fits very well in the Duluth pants I've been wearing. Don't really need the extra shield piece to break up the outline. In those pants, pretty concealed.

I do belt carry once in awhile, esp. when my back was not sympatico to heavier guns. Then I used a JM OWB and a Blade Tech for a couple of extra mags. They disappear under a floppy shirt.

[Joe Mac]

Bought a G42 on a whim after getting frustrated with LCP MAX reliability. Has anyone had experience with front pocket holsters for this gun (with retention)? I also made an assumption that the G42 would draw from a pocket as cleanly as my 640, which it does not. It’s a night and day difference.

I've tried a whole lot of pocket holsters. These are my favorite:
https://alabamaholster.com/product/front-pocket-holster/

As for the draw, it really shouldn't be slower than a J-frame, if your pants aren't too tight and you practice an appropriate draw stroke: up and to the rear (toward the hip). That will keep the rear of the slide from hanging up.

[GearFondler]

If your hand size and pocket size allow it the Claw Grip is a good way to avoid snagging the slide/sights on the pocket mouth as your thumb acts as a blocking ramp. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240317/c3e94988710255e488ca9fad0e25c500.jpg

[Shawn Dodson]

I've found the PCS Blackbird to work very well for me.

https://www.pcsholsters.com/products/blackbird

[Navin Johnson]

I have a 42. Don’t expect 9 mm type reliability.

The factory mag with a pinky extension, and some skateboard tape on the front strap will aid drawing

Depending on pocket, size and hand size the “ claw” draw as illustrated above may be required

Nothing draws as securely or consistently as a J type frame from front pocket. With certain types of pockets and good conditions, you may be as fast with a 42 but with less than ideal circumstances, (think on the ground, or against the wall or entangled) and with many types of pockets it’s not an easy draw.

Good luck!

[Duelist]

I have, and carry, a G42. I do not usually use it in a pocket: if i need smaller in my pocket than a Centennial Airweight, I usually drop to the P32. It draws easier, but the grip is much more of a compromise. Usually, I just carry the 442/642 in the pocket.

The G42 gets carried in a SmartCarry for clothing and/or activities that require that level of deep concealment. The most often it is carried is in my fanny pack for cycling (but if I already have the Jframe out, I just take that). Some occasions call for a belt gun that is ultra thin and ultra light, and it will get carried that way, too. Usually, a belt gun is something more substantial.

[Hambo]

I have a Vedder, but I rarely use it. A 42 in a JMCK AIWB 2.5 is invisible under an untucked polo.

[ragnar_d]

I use this one for pocket carry but prefer a regular holster.

https://www.bigtexordnance.com/product/blue-force-gear-ultracomp-pocket-holster/
The disappointment I had when I learned those were discontinued . . . I would have probably bought 2-3 more each for my G42 and J-frames.

[DLWinner]

I pocket carry 5 days/week for 6-7 months/year, and have pocket carried both a G26 and P365 regularly. The best pocket holster I have found is this one:

https://aholster.com/pocket-aholster/

I suggest wrapping a couple of layers of Moleskin around the pocket hook by the rear sight, extending a short diatance past the end of the hook, to protect your pockets.

This! The Aholster is sweet! I have one for my LCP.

[rawkguitarist]

I have a 42. Don’t expect 9 mm type reliability.

The factory mag with a pinky extension, and some skateboard tape on the front strap will aid drawing

Depending on pocket, size and hand size the “ claw” draw as illustrated above may be required

Nothing draws as securely or consistently as a J type frame from front pocket. With certain types of pockets and good conditions, you may be as fast with a 42 but with less than ideal circumstances, (think on the ground, or against the wall or entangled) and with many types of pockets it’s not an easy draw.

Good luck!

The 42 can be finicky because its recoil spring is too heavy. I put a reduced strength, tungsten GRA in it when I had my Holosun 507 installed. It feeds perfectly FMJ and the 90 gn XTP I carry. And I’ve tested it with the worst grips I could muster. Holding it out to my side, right hand and left hand only, barely holding on to it. Never a malfunction. A Glock 19 with any of those lose grips, it wouldn’t feed like my 42 does.

But yeah, stock… malfunctions are fairly easy to induce with poor grip.

[Navin Johnson]

The 42 can be finicky because its recoil spring is too heavy. I put a reduced strength, tungsten GRA in it when I had my Holosun 507 installed. It feeds perfectly FMJ and the 90 gn XTP I carry. And I’ve tested it with the worst grips I could muster. Holding it out to my side, right hand and left hand only, barely holding on to it. Never a malfunction. A Glock 19 with any of those lose grips, it wouldn’t feed like my 42 does.

But yeah, stock… malfunctions are fairly easy to induce with poor grip.

What weight?

And do you know the stock weight?

Thanks

[rawkguitarist]

What weight?

And do you know the stock weight?

Thanks

Sorry not sure the weight of it or the stock weight. But this is what I put in it. I’ll add, my best friend has a 42. And he’s not a serious shooter. His kept choking on him since his grip wasn’t strong enough. I suggest he get one if these and he has no malfunctions anymore. It really helps.

https://www.glockstore.com/Tungsten-Guide-Rod-for-G42?quantity=1&custcol7=44

[KeithH]

The 42 can be finicky because its recoil spring is too heavy. I put a reduced strength, tungsten GRA in it when I had my Holosun 507 installed. It feeds perfectly FMJ and the 90 gn XTP I carry. And I’ve tested it with the worst grips I could muster. Holding it out to my side, right hand and left hand only, barely holding on to it. Never a malfunction. A Glock 19 with any of those lose grips, it wouldn’t feed like my 42 does.

But yeah, stock… malfunctions are fairly easy to induce with poor grip.

The 42’s must be getting better. I haven’t been able to induce a malfunction no matter how hard I try. Zero so far. Capital 100gr round nose, new brass.

[JT007immy]

This .. reasonable price , can configure any way you want
https://www.crossbreedholsters.com/product/xecutive-holster-by-n8-tactical/

[JT007immy]

The 42 can be finicky because its recoil spring is too heavy. I put a reduced strength, tungsten GRA in it when I had my Holosun 507 installed. It feeds perfectly FMJ and the 90 gn XTP I carry. And I’ve tested it with the worst grips I could muster. Holding it out to my side, right hand and left hand only, barely holding on to it. Never a malfunction. A Glock 19 with any of those lose grips, it wouldn’t feed like my 42 does.

But yeah, stock… malfunctions are fairly easy to induce with poor grip.

I have this .. works great , very reasonable price ..:
https://rockyourglock.com/gen-4-5-ryg-stainless-steel-guide-rod-assembly