Also forgot to mention, while trying develop a fast consistent draw with it, I launched my Glock on the floor twice. Glad no one was watching.


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Thanks for the review. I thought of picking up one before the holidays and then I remembered my pager pal holster that was a fail...

 

I had a pager pal as well. I'd say it worked slightly better than this urban carry. I've gone back to my remora for pocket carry. It's hard to beat a remora.


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Well it just keeps getting better. I got a new can of ballistol in the mail today. I pulled my little Glock out to clean and oil it and noticed that the rear sight had moved. It must have moved when I dropped it trying the urban carry. I tapped it back with a punch but I have no clue how to tell if it's right.


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if you center it, it will be fine.

 

Here's a bump for a worthwhile review. I saw an ad for these and immediately had two thoughts. "Wow, that looks comfortable!" and "Wow, that looks hard to draw!"

So, if you can't confidently draw the firearm, why would you ever use this product?
This review saved me from looking any further into this product.

Well I received my urban carry holster size medium in black. The holster is well made with very nice leather that broke in easier than any other I've had. I worked the holster with my hands for about ten minutes and watched it go from firm, hard to bend, to soft and floppy like I'd used it for years. I followed the instructions and pushed the 42 all the way down to the bottom and put t on my wilderness tactical belt and in my pants. I walked around the first day with it and the pistol just to "break it in". This really is the most comfortable holster I've ever tried. It may be because I wear boxer briefs, but I had no problems rubbing or poking anywhere. Day two I began working on my draw. This is where it gets interesting. I found that the pouch on the back for your ID was grabbing my pants and hanging up my draw. I removed it with a razor blade and went back to trying to draw. There is no way that I can carry with confidence with this holster. I've got it completely soft and flexible, and with my pants unbuttoned and my belt loose, I still only get it out on the first try about 50% of the time.

pros:
Very comfortable
Nicely made
Totally hidden

Cons:
Very hard to train with
Draw is impossible while seated
Draw is not consistent
Costs too much

If I had to do it all over again I wouldn't. The worst part is that by trying to make it work by cutting the card holder off the back, now I can't return it. Anyone want a broken in, slightly used urban carry?

 

Thanks for your review. I'd been considering this option. You saved me some $

 

I find the Urban Carry a very good option for the same size gun I would 'pocket carry'. For me, that's a S&W J-frame. Comfortable, sits easy, draws from seated or standing, though a tight belt while seated requires a two handed operation to thumb the belt out while pulling up with the weak hand. However, I could not imagine trying to carry my G27 in this. A fair alternative, for me, to pocket carrying in dress pants or shorts at the ballpark, being active with kids. I'd prefer to always carry my G27 in the N82 pro that I love but sometimes activity or clothing make that tough.

My assessment, if you're going to carry anything like a G27 or up, save your money. If you're a pocket carry person with a smaller gun....I like it pretty well.

Oh, and I cut that stupid card holder thing off right away. That thing is just stupid. 'Hold on officer, I'll get my CCW license right here behind my gun.' No.

 

Thanks for your review. I'd been considering this option. You saved me some $

I agree. This is enough info for me to use $$$ somewhere else.

 

Same. I was thinking about it since I'm a big guy and I liked the idea of getting the gun away from my spare tire. However I'll keep on looking.

 

Why bother with a little 380? The G43 is only slightly bigger.

 

Thanks for the review. Good info. :thumbsup:

 

I love the idea of it, but found it way too difficult to draw. I'd have to loosen my belt to the point that my pants would be in danger of falling down - not a defensive tactic that I want to pursue - and it still was difficult. It works so well on their website, but I tried many, many times from different locations and just couldn't make it work. Maybe you have to be very slender - which I am not. It seems well-made from good leather, but sadly, it isn't for me.

 

That would be interesting, having one's pants fall down when one draws a gun!

 

I have an Urban Carry G2 (second generation) for my Glock 43. I've had it about 3 weeks and I like it.

i agree that it's hard to draw when seated, and in a small car with bucket seats, near impossible. My answer is to unholster my pistol when i get in the car and stow it somewhere handy.

I've written a long review and posted it in a couple of places. If anyone is interested I'll reproduce it here.

 

I use a 2 o'clock position for my G17 for ease of drawing while driving.

 

I have an Urban Carry G2 for both my 19 and my 43. I like it for the 43 more than the 19. It's not my go-to holster, but there are times when I really like it. It's deep cover, and definitely not the fastest draw on the planet. I accidently learned it was best to use my strong hand thumb on my belt, pull the holster up with my off hand, and reach for the gun with my strong hand. Slows things down a bit, but life is compromise. When you really want to keep a low profile, and you're not into skinny jeans or tight slacks, it might work for you. I use it occasionally.

I wonder if the OP had tried a different gun belt if it might have worked out better. I bought UC's belt and it's been solid, and made a big difference in the G2 draw. Old thread though, I'm doubting he's gonna experiment now.

 

I use the same "strong hand thumb" to start the draw. Saw a video about it on the company's website. Regular practice speeds things up for me. I haven't conquered the one-handed draw yet.

I carry with the UC often, but have discovered another disadvantage. I make visits to "no gun zones" several times a week. Since I drive a subcompact I almost have to stand to draw. So I'm beside in the door of may car feeling really obvious, either drawing so I can hide my gun in the vehicle and carry the holster empty, or I remove the whole thing. It's not very discrete. I try to plan ahead and "disarm" before I get to the "gun free" location.

I pocket carry my 43 in a DeSantis Nemesis holster otherwise.