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Mic holsters

3.3K views 22 replies 18 participants last post by  jim goose  
#1 ·
Retired LEO and was wondering if any here has tried a Mic holster for EDC. Have been on their web sight and like the idea. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
 
#3 ·
I have one for both my G42/G43 and mid-frame Glocks G26/G35/etc. I carry my G42 in my pocket with the lanyard around my belt. I use some simple cardboard cut to the shape of my pocket as an anti print device. Works great, flattest pocket carry possible.

On my G43/G26/G35, if I am wearing the right clothes (mainly at least a tee to keep the gun off my skin, and not too hot outside) again lanyard through the belt loop, gun IWB, very flexible where I can carry the gun (appendix if in the car, 4 O'clock on the trail, etc.).

A similar concept for pocket carry is the Boraii, no lanyard needed.
 
#4 ·
I like the Raven Vanguard - Has a nice protrusion on it that allows you to knock the trigger guard off with just one hand... Check out the Vanguard 2 as well... nice minimal holsters with solid design behind them...

Hope that helps...
 
#5 ·
I got bored one night and made my own. Works great, I sold almost all of my traditional holsters since. I use paracord just long enough to loop over the gun while the mic is on the gun.

You can adjust the ride height as needed. Higher in higher risk places, lower in places you can't risk being made. Move it from 2-4 o'clock depending if you are seated in a car or not for accessibility. You can chamber a rounder and see if a round is in the chamber with the trigger covered. Easy on/off in the car.

For me, a compact or full sized gun works best. A couple times practicing drawing with a subcompact, the grip slipped under my belt line.

On the positive side of that, since there is no bulk, a compact in the mic feels smaller than a subcompact in a holster.

Im sure it isn't for everyone, but its my daily use "holster"

Ive carried it all day doing physical labor, no problems.

The only negatives are sweat gets on the gun easier than in a traditional holster and the gun gets more fuzz and dust than when in a traditional holster
 
#13 ·
I got bored one night and made my own. Works great, I sold almost all of my traditional holsters since. I use paracord just long enough to loop over the gun while the mic is on the gun.

You can adjust the ride height as needed. Higher in higher risk places, lower in places you can't risk being made. Move it from 2-4 o'clock depending if you are seated in a car or not for accessibility. You can chamber a rounder and see if a round is in the chamber with the trigger covered. Easy on/off in the car.

For me, a compact or full sized gun works best. A couple times practicing drawing with a subcompact, the grip slipped under my belt line.

On the positive side of that, since there is no bulk, a compact in the mic feels smaller than a subcompact in a holster.

Im sure it isn't for everyone, but its my daily use "holster"

Ive carried it all day doing physical labor, no problems.

The only negatives are sweat gets on the gun easier than in a traditional holster and the gun gets more fuzz and dust than when in a traditional holster
What keeps the pistol in place or from sliding down? The cord doesn't do that, does it?
 
#8 · (Edited)
I forgot to add a tip. When using the MIC IWB, if nature calls, shift the gun from the waistband to your pocket. Even if you are carrying a gun too big to conceal in your pocket, your pocket will act as an OWB holster for the gun and MIC until you are done and cinched your belt, ready to reposition back into your waistband.

PS - The Glock 42/43 Mic works perfectly with my Kahr CM9/PM9. The Kahr CM9/PM9 carries like my G42 with the MIC, too bad I don't shoot them as well as my G43.
 
#9 ·
Have several for various types and models (Glock, Kahr, Ruger and a few others.
OK for concealed carry.Simple adaptable and inexpensive.
I particularly like them for storage; bedside, safe, where ever. Allows me to feel comfortable with one in the chamber ready to go.
tbc
 
#10 ·
I got bored one night and made my own. Works great, I sold almost all of my traditional holsters since. I use paracord just long enough to loop over the gun while the mic is on the gun.

You can adjust the ride height as needed. Higher in higher risk places, lower in places you can't risk being made. Move it from 2-4 o'clock depending if you are seated in a car or not for accessibility. You can chamber a rounder and see if a round is in the chamber with the trigger covered. Easy on/off in the car.

For me, a compact or full sized gun works best. A couple times practicing drawing with a subcompact, the grip slipped under my belt line.

On the positive side of that, since there is no bulk, a compact in the mic feels smaller than a subcompact in a holster.

Im sure it isn't for everyone, but its my daily use "holster"

Ive carried it all day doing physical labor, no problems.

The only negatives are sweat gets on the gun easier than in a traditional holster and the gun gets more fuzz and dust than when in a traditional holster[/QUOTE
Edit, what material did you use? Cold you use 1/16" ABS?
 
#12 ·
Don't know about the abs

I ordered some .060, .125 & .028 kydex sheets from ebay.

The .060 works best for holsters and belt j-hooks. The .125 is too thick, even for belt j-hooks. The .028 to pretty much too thin for anything, other than maybe a pocket holster.

I bought a $25 heat gun from home depot and just take my time and shape it accordingly.

I bought all this to make a holster for my wife's g42 with a laser. Since then,I've made a bunch more and sold all of my commercially bought holsters.
 
#11 ·
I've had one for several years, use it a lot on a G27 and love it. One of the nice benefits aside from CCW is that when I get home from work I leave it on and keep the gun with me at arms reach wherever I am in the house without worrying about a negligent discharge.

Also, the one I purchased originally developed a crack after several years of hard use. Sent it back to the company with a note and they immediately sent me a new one at no charge.
 
#14 ·
I have the RCS vanguard 2. It has a tuckable loop that is height adjustable. It conceals well and I like how I can shift it around especially when driving. I have one gripe though. It gets uncomfortable carrying my 19 after a few hours because the end of the slide is not beveled. It is more comfortable to carry my 30SF because the end of the slide and frame are both beveled. That small difference is huge.
 
#16 ·
I loop mine with paracord, around my belt. My 19 sits about 3:00. The only drawback I've found is that over time the sights will cut a hole in my jeans. I would still be using my IWB holster if I was out in public daily.
 
#20 ·
Bumping an old thread.

Does anyone know if someone makes a mic type holster for gen 2 19? The frames are slightly smaller on gen 2’s and my MIC is a bit loose.