Nylon holsters are for noobs. The end.

 

This.

 

Nylon and leather are so 70’s 80’s 90’s, kydex is in.
Here this is what I use IWB Right Hand Holster Ultimate Kydex IWB Concealed Carry For Glock G43/ G43X Black | eBay
trust me only about $14
Wear it 3:00.
and Safariland ALS for OWB.

 

Amazon has them too
Foleto Glock Holster, IWB KYDEX Holster - Inside Waistband Concealed Carry Holster| Adjustable Cant & Retention - Right Hand https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083WD2J5Z/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_HXm1FbRT3NNZX
Thank me later

 

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My rules for buying holsters:

Avoid any holster that list “sizes” rather than specific firearms. Nylon holsters often fall into the first category.

Nylon IWB holster often collapse when the firearm is removed. Also bad because they often require using weak hand to open mouth of holster once collapsed, forcing the wearer to flag his/her weak hand.

My opinion - if you bother to buy a reliable firearm, then take the same care buying a “reliable” holster; covers the trigger, mouth strong enough not to collapse or fold over, good basic retention etc. Good kydex holsters like Comp-Tac (my favorite) or Milt Sparks.

I’m sure there are many others that fit the requirement above. I’m guessing only a few, if any, are nylon.


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oldmick nailed it.
The only advantage to nylon is it is cheap.

 

I looked for G42 holster posts and they are dated.

I have a pocket kydex Alabama style but it is stiff.

I see the sticky holster and Nemesis on Amazon and will give them a try

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009DJCQIS/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A13JD03OQBSDDJ&psc=1

 

I have tried both the Vedder pocket locker (similar to the Alabama), and also the Remora sticky holster for pocket carry. The Vedder kydex pocket holster is miles better. Miles.

 

Nope to nylon. It's cheap for reason. Not worth the money you'll waste. Save it for leather, Kydex or a combination thereof.

 

Kydex is lame. If it ain’t cordura, it ain’t squat.

 

I HAVE to pocket-carry, given my environment and State (concealed means concealed). So I spent the money for a CF pocket holster and sold it a day later on Craigslist. Uncomfortable, and the added "bulge" made it print as if "I had a gun in my pocket, or was happy to see whoever was there".
Ha! Mae West!
I now pocket-Carry with an "Uncle Mike's" nylon holster. In dry-fire practice, it does indeed come out with the G43 still in it about every fifth or sixth draw. However, since my practice involves expecting what it might do, it's a non-issue. If it comes out and I fire, I predict that the projectile will blow a hole in it as it removes it for me.
I've also tried those spandex "belly belts" (forgot the name of them) and they're great --- if you happen to live in Alaska. But I live in Florida. It was far too hot n sweaty, so that lasted about one day in the heat. Other than that, it had pockets for extra mags, O/C can, and a light. Reliable draws too!

 

I think nylon holsters have their place. You can buy some good ones that will hold up over time. My favorite holster is the DeSantis nemesis I have for my 43, pocket carry in Florida works the best for me seeing that it’s hot 90% of the year. Kydex is good fo some applications but for me they are uncomfortable with the attire I wear. I do have a nice spider concealment iwb for the 43 but only use it if I have a undershirt on, otherwise it’s a nemesis or surestrike nylon iwb holster, no clip, just press fit iwb. Very comfortable and retains great.

 

Anyone who pocket carries a G43 or G42, consider the Boraii Eagle. It's awesome!!!

 

Nylon holsters work well in certain applications.

 

Only for pocket holsters.

 

I have a few that I use for storage, to keep them from getting dinged up. And a sticky pocket holster works well. I don’t think I’ve ever used one more than once maybe for normal IWB carry.

 

Sig P365 and use an Elite nylon in size 7. Mrs Tinyman Glock 42 same. We both like them, and since they are nylon, can be washed of sweat -- try that with your leather ones. Kydex looks like plastic to us.

 

Yeah people use then because they are cheap not the best. I think for range use fine but not for ccw, certainly not for owb/oc.

 

Mostly kydex or leather for me, but I do have two guns that I carry in cordura. One is my Ruger SR22 and a 6 1/2” S&W model 29. I seldom carry either though.

 

I've never gone with nylon simply because there are so many better options available. If I had not viable choice I'd settle for nylon. YMMV.

 

Yes, I know kydex is the most popular and likely the safest option. And yes, I know leather is next up to bat. But does anyone prefere nylon? Tons of reviews on some nylon holsters on Amazon so someone is using them. Anyone? If so, what are some of the better option for IWB nylon? I am not trying to learn why nylon is awful and should never be used. I get the advantages of both kydex and leather. Just wanted to see what advantages nylon may have for those who may carry one? More comfortable? Less slide scruffs? Any good models out there?

Most of the stuff that drives Amazon rankings is not reliable, or anything that you should allow to influence your decision-making, but - that said - I do know a police officer who swore by his Bianchi nylon (until he was forced to switch to a level 3 Safariland). Like his department, I don't advocate the use of nylon holsters, but almost every day I use a 23 year-old nylon sheath to carry a 23 year-old Leatherman; like the Leatherman, the Leatherman's nylon sheath has been perfectly suited to the job, and it has been bulletproof.

If you are determined to purchase a nylon holster, I think you should start at the Safariland website (Safariland bought Bianchi, so that's where you go to find Bianchi).

 

I'm back to pocket carrying my G43 with a Boraii Eagle pocket holster/trigger guard. I love it!

 

I'm back to pocket carrying my G43 with a Boraii Eagle pocket holster/trigger guard. I love it!

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Can you show us some pics of that in your pocket? I do like the holster.

 

I've found that the nylon Blackhawk and Uncle Mike's pocket holsters work best. They are inexpensive, thin, lightweight, and easy to draw from. Most other pocket holsters are just too thick and bulky for me. YMMV.

One tip I learned on another gun board is to wad up a piece of paper into a ball and put it under the grip in the pocket. Keeps the grip from printing and is easily moved out of the way when gripping the stock.

 

I have and use a few of the nylon/cordura units. Use them at the gravel pit mostly just for someplace to put the pistol while I reset targets and such. My little S&W 622 rides i one sometimes when I'm working on the snowmobile trails during partridge season in case I get a chance to pot a bird stoopid enough to hang around for a while. (not many do)

 

Nylon works for a bedside/nightstand pistol that you don't carry. Covers the trigger and has no audible click if you need to un-holster in the middle of the night.

 

I guess, I prefer a speed safe and with my dogs any audible click ain't gonna be audible to any intruders in my house, assuming the alarm ain't blaring as well.

 

My primary use for nylon holsters would be for the range or maybe woods carry. I can't see any place for them (for me) for concealed carry.