I think a Sneaky Pete deal stopped being very sneaky years ago. I spot them a bit around town....they're like a flashing neon sign to me.

 

I don’t own one. But I hear this complaint about them all the time. IMO it’s a non issue. Other “gun guys” will recognize it. Criminals won’t.

 

"Sneaky"

Sneaky like open carry.

 

Exactly. It’s basically an open carry solution to remain compliant with the law.

The people who will notice it aren’t the ones you need to worry about.

 

I have several and I like them. I have actually worn one out. As mentioned above, gun folks know them when they see them, others won't. At work, I have transported many drug and especially heroin users. I asked how they know who to buy it from and such. They said it can be a look, a wave, and in my response area, the phrase "lookin"? It's a different culture and language that people outside of the "community" don't understand. I think it is a non-issue. I am going to church in a few minutes, and I will be wearing one of my Sneaky Petes.

 

Looks like it would make for a very slow draw compared to a regular iwb holster, or even a SmartCarry.

Regards,
Happyguy

 

Can we just bring back the Fannypack already?

 

It's definitely not sneaky to other gun guys, but in my experience the general public doesn't have a clue. I use it occasionally. People think it's a phone. I call it my high-speed wireless communications device if asked. So far no one has.

 

Lolz. Non-discreet. You nailed it. If you have a leather wrapped brick on your belt, gun guys and non-gun guys are gonna notice.

 

Put a medic alert symbol on it and folks won’t think twice.

 

I would pay for a coustom holster first.
Or take the stuff off and carry a light.
I have a stealth gear amd nsr tactical for my 26 and they are both great

 

You can tell it's quality because it's own website gives it a five star rating.

 

From Sam Spade's sticky at the top of carry issues, which you should have all read:

The fact is that most people's version of "concealed means concealed" relies heavily on others' lack of perception and on people generally being lost in their own little bubble. It relies far too heavily on that, IMO. Once you get into a world where someone's actually looking for concealed weapons, the average guy's odds of being "made" go up. And once you get into a situation where the attention is actually on you specifically, the odds skyrocket. Yeah, yeah, that doesn't happen much. I'm writing about when it does.

Attracting the eye invites being remembered, being scrutinized, and having your CCW noticed.

Belt pouches mean electronics mean stuff to steal to the crook. Seeing one piece of temptation, he's ready to look for others.
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Sneaky Pete is like the old Fanny pack holsters. People will make it out for a gun carrier if they are “ raised up”- looking out for such “ tells. Just as Fanny packs are coming back into style for gun carrying criminals

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The main problem with Sneaky Pete is the old cell phone belt carriers/clips seem to be out of fashion. I did like the one that was labeled as a power pack . It might fool someone but I won’t want them to steal it thinking it was a power pack or a new fancy cell phone however.

 

I have one for my SIG 365. Extra magazine goes into off-hand front pocket.

It is NOT a quick draw.

The belt loops on mine are holding up, but the corners of the case, especially those on the bottom, have been crushed and bent. Doesn't impact carry or draw (which is way slow) but gives it a "worn frequently" look.

Not as quick as front pocket carry, but lots more accessible when seated, especially with fastened seat belt.

It's not my only holster, but comforting to carry when that's the way I wish to. Texas, where I live, is turning into an open carry state. I don't ever plan to carry openly in public, but would carry in my Sneaky Pete.

Criminals who are also gun guys as well as some cops who are gun guys will notice. I always look about me for armed persons. I've spotted one Sneaky Pete carrier, and complemented him on his good taste in accessories.

 

I don’t know how they are but a friend of mine at a LGS wears one with a G-27 in it.
A big brown square on his side and I know what’s in there, so on the street who knows nowadays.

 

There’s a reason holsters such as the vedder light tuck are as popular as they are. I’d recommend short-cutting the holster drawer/box and just buy a vedder.

 

I do love the " covert pink"

 

I think that's the stupidest idea for a holster I've ever seen. It fools no one.

 

It's fooled some of these guys into spending $70, and they seem to believe no one can see the case on their belt, or know what's in it.

 

The Sneaky Pete for a LCP or other micro gun is doable. The Glock 26 one is huge.

 

Sneaky Pete Holster may work for a G42, but for a G26 w/ light? Nah… The thickness and the weight of the gun will make it too obvious and awkward… Probably still better than “open carry,” though.

 

Sneaky Pete Holster may work for a G42, but for a G26 w/ light? Nah… The thickness and the weight of the gun will make it too obvious and awkward… Probably still better than “open carry,” though.

I got a G42 and a G26, neither one would work in that thing.

Try an LCP or P3AT.

 

Something else to think about...there are many places that are marked "gun free" but the signs, in and of themselves, have no force of law unless you are noticed at which time you can be told to leave, etc. Wearing the SP makes you more readily noticed to those in the know and might limit you ability to carry in one of the restrictive environments that are not technically off-limits..(example, in Kentucky the signs have no force of law (think mall) and thus one can walk by them all day long. If noticed you simply have to leave.

 

The answers so far are like those if the OP asked Chev or Ford? I have one for my P365 (no lights) and one old lady asked what it was and I told her it was my "Two A support kit" -- she nodded and walked off wondering what the #$%^ was a Two A.

No, there are no quick draws, but I like mine and I guess thats all that matters.

OP -- get-cha one and if you don't like it, sell it.

 

These things look beyond moronic! Like a pocket protector for carry.

 

Facebook marketplace is full of people asking twenty bucks for their Sneaky Pete. At least don't buy new. They will probably be happy with fifteen bucks. That way it's a under twenty dollar mistake instead of a seventy dollar mistake.

 

I've had one for years for my Sig P238, and it has never been noticed or remarked about.
Then I got one for my J frame revolver, and it was just enough bigger to make me feel a bit conspicuous. I can't even imagine how large one would be for a G26/27/33.
Then, again, if you're not a gun person, you might not even notice the bigger ones. I have to try my J frame again, just to see.

 

It is somewhat large and bulky for the purpose.

I had one and don’t really recommend them.

 

Not quick to draw = not good.

This is obviously made for tucked shirt folks, which I am not.

With a tucked shirt (thank God I do not have to) it seems pocket carry would be preferred given that one could put hand on gun without revealing they are carrying and quicker draw.

I've never used a tuckable holster, but it seems that could? be quicker on the draw.

Posted contently wearing a continuously untucked shirt.