RM Holster vs Crossbreed Holster

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  • AustinBR

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    Well, it's time for me to give a few thoughts on my holster decisions for my new EDC, a M&P Shield 9mm w/ attached Streamlight TLR-6 light.

    Deciding on a holster that could accommodate a light was tough as not everyone can make a holster that holds a weapon and the light comfortably. After much research, I settled on buying a RM Holster (site sponsor) and one from Crossbreed (Supertuck Deluxe w/ added J-clips).

    Crossbreed Holster:
    Pros:
    • Lifetime warranty
    • Hard to break
    • Can accommodate a tucked in shirt (somewhat)
    • Good retention

    Cons:
    • F***ing HUGE
    • Difficult to get good grip on weapon during draw
    • $100 bucks roughly
    • J-hooks feel cheaply made
    • Prints more than RM Holster


    RM Holster:
    Pros:
    • Dealing with Kee (owner and also a site sponsor) was AMAZING
    • Excellent retention - perfect balance of retention and release on draw
    • Doesn't print much as holster is not much bigger than gun
    • Made so you can very, very easily get a good solid grip on the gun
    • Comfortable and can be worn everywhere from 2:00 to 5:00
    • Feels better made than Crossbreed
    • Around 1/2 the price of Crossbreed
    • Owner is local and can make very, very specific requests

    Cons:
    • Belt clip is one piece with holster and can't accommodate a tucked in shirt

    All in all, the RM Holster really won it over for me. Kee was great to deal with. A few PMs / texts / and calls back and forth, and he went WAY out of his way to get a holster made for me in a super timely manner. He didn't have a mold for a TLR-6 yet, so he bought a TLR-6 and had it overnighted to him so he could make a perfect holster for me. After the holster was ready, he met me at my Crossfit gym to hand deliver it and to make sure it worked 100%.

    The holster feels like it is made very well and is super comfortable. Last weekend I had the gun around 4:30 to 5:00 for a four and a half hour car ride and then all day in Houston. The clip gets a very good grip over whatever belt it is on. I love how the clip has a slight "hook" to the tip of it that really keeps it attached.

    As for size, the holster itself is light and doesn't print (much) in any of the shorts / pants I have worn it in. My only complaint is that it can't be worn with a tucked in shirt. I know that's pretty hard for holsters, but it's definitely something I wish was a little easier.

    I would definitely recommend that if you give Kee @ RM a shout if you are looking for a holster for any weapon you may have. If you have any questions, please feel free to PM me or respond here and I will answer honestly.

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