Holster for M&P Shield

[iceman4226]

I just put a new Green Crimson Trace laser on my shield. Most of the time I carry it in a belly band but I do love a Black hawk serpa or that style with paddle from time to time. Does anyone know of a outside the waist band preferably with a paddle that will fit. I'm going to start to look today. There is not that many places in Bloomington that has a wide variety of holsters to fit and try.

 

[GNRPowdeR]

Since the GCT is so new for the Shield, I'd expect very few to have a fitted holster option for you at this time. Best bet is to look at the Accs Forum and see if someone will make a custom kydex for you. Just know that they will need your firearm to make the holster, since they probably haven't had this requested very often.

 

[rbMPSH12]

If you don't absolutely need active retention or a paddle check Henry Holsters. He is located just outside of Bloomington and people can stop by his shop to have him make custom gear right in front of them, which would be nice for you with the new GCT as referenced above. Great guy who makes great gear. Henryholsters.com. If you want active retention and a paddle check out the Safariland 7TS ALS system. I have this for my M&P9 full size and it is nice. I am pretty sure they have it for the Shield as well. The retention mechanism is a smart design driven by the thumb. Very easy to work and natural. It breaks the retention simply by having a full firing grip with just a little thumb pressure.

 

[mattyd]

You might look at Fobus. I have had a few of them from time to time and they seemed to be ok.

 

[T-DOGG]

The paddle style is really going to limit your options. I also recommend having someone make one for you. I did find this on ebay: M P Shield 9mm 40 Cal with Crimson Trace Laser Paddle Holster Leather OWB | eBay

Good luck in your search.

 

[iceman4226]

The paddle style is really going to limit your options. I also recommend having someone make one for you. I did find this on ebay: M P Shield 9mm 40 Cal with Crimson Trace Laser Paddle Holster Leather OWB | eBay

Good luck in your search.

Thanks all for the tips

 

[ryan3030]

Can someone explain to me the appeal of the paddle holster? I just don't get it.

 

[jinks]

Can someone explain to me the appeal of the paddle holster? I just don't get it.

Perhaps it is the ease of putting it on or taking it off.

 

[pute62]

Can someone explain to me the appeal of the paddle holster? I just don't get it.

Easy on/easy off is the reason I like them.

 

[ryan3030]

I see. Thanks.

 

[FireBirdDS]

Easy on/easy off is the reason I like them.

Except the "paddle" configuration of the Blackhawk Serpa. That's anything BUT easy on/off. Belt looped holsters are easier than that thing!

 

[GNRPowdeR]

Belt looped holsters are easier than that thing!

I've found that loosening your belt aids in the removal of the SERPA holsters.

 

[iceman4226]

Easy on/easy off is the reason I like them.

X2 they just feel good and just dont have to jack with taking belt off and on