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  • #141258
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    I have been using a couple of (with and without laser) Little Foxx hybrid for a couple years of edc ccw and like them alot. I have busted a couple of kydex clips but those were caused by snags in tight squeezes while moving furniture, the clip did not immediately snap but a crack was started and within days would have snapped completely. I keep a couple extras on hand. These are for our Rugers SR9c’s.

    #141259
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    chaosmagnet said: ↑
    I can recommend both PJ Holsters’ IWB tuckable and Clinger’s Stingray IWB (not tuckable).
    I really like the color options of PJs but the only thing keeping me from ordering is the non adjustable cant.

    I haven’t carried long enough to definitely say I like one angle over another.

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    kensington said: ↑
    I have been using a couple of (with and without laser) Little Foxx hybrid for a couple years of edc ccw and like them a lot.
    Have you compared the Little Foxx to the Deluxe Trapp?

    #141262
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    I have not, i normally run IWB without an undershirt so opted to go with the nice soft leather against my skin as opposed to the hard kydex.

    #141263
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    I can’t do straight kydex…gotta have some leather between me and that plastic. I just ordered a Comp-Tac Infidel Ultra…we’ll see how I like it.

    #141264
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    Is kydex uncomfortable next to skin?

    The main reason I’ve decided to try it is for its slimness.

    #141266
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    MicroMike said: ↑
    Is kydex uncomfortable next to skin?

    The main reason I’ve decided to try it is for its slimness.

    IMO yes. A leather backing makes a holster a bit more comfortable against bare skin.

    If I wear any type of IWB holster, I’m almost always wearing a tee shirt tucked in to my pants/shorts.

    #141267
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    MicroMike said: ↑
    Is kydex uncomfortable next to skin?

    The main reason I’ve decided to try it is for its slimness.
    I’d say it’s marginally better than no holster at all, and that greatly depends on how the kydex is cut and shaped. Most of the time that leather is only about 1/8 inch – 3/16 thick at the most…it’s a negligible amount of extra thickness that pays off big time in carry comfort if you ask me.

    #141268
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    MicroMike said: ↑
    Is kydex uncomfortable next to skin?

    The main reason I’ve decided to try it is for its slimness.
    It’s a personal thing that you’re just going to have to try.

    I’ve only tried 2 hybrids (alien gear and crossbreed) and did not find they added any comfort over bare kydex/grip either with an undershirt or without. All they did was feel bulkier.

    Sadly, there’s a reason so many people have a drawer full of holsters they don’t like.

    One thing to note….if you go with a hybrid, you’re stuck with a hybrid. If you go with all kydex, you /could/ glue some fabric to the back of it. It’s probably not the best solution compared to just buying something else. But, it is a possibility.

    sent from a device with a keyboard that hates me

    #141269
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    You can always sell holsters you don’t like. Depending on the gun you buy it for, they should be easy to get most of your money back on.

    #141270
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    moostapha said: ↑
    One thing to note….if you go with a hybrid, you’re stuck with a hybrid. If you go with all kydex, you /could/ glue some fabric to the back of it. It’s probably not the best solution compared to just buying something else. But, it is a possibility.

    sent from a device with a keyboard that hates me
    I noticed the GCode comes with “tactical fuzz”

    #141272
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    I’m a fan of the G-Code/Haley INCOG but I’ve recently been using an appendix holster from T-Rex Arms.

    Another good company that’s not been mentioned is Bravo Concealment. I’ve used their OWB models for years.

    #141273
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    Well looks like Gcode is out, they don’t have a PPS mold.

    #141274
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    I have purchased 2 (technically 3, with & w/o laser Little Foxx) holsters for my SR9c and that’s it, got lucky with the Little Foxx. once your kydex cools and is formed it is formed until reheated, there is little flex, does not flex or fit to whatever it is up against, unlike the leather backing on the Little Foxx, which is a decent chunk of leather. If you don’t mind your waist forming around the hard plastic shape of your firearm more power to you, personally I much prefer nice soft leather.

    #141275
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    Well folks, I ordered a Cooks adjustable IWB today at lunch. I’ve already received the shipping notification!

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