SR40c Holster

[WAYNO]

Recently I reported on a holster for my SR22P made by Davis Leather.

I was so pleased with their work, I just ordered and received the same model of holster for my SR40c.

http://www.davisleathershop.com/

WAYNO.

 

[Rei40c]

Very good thanks. The Mitch Rosen's currently on back order from the Ruger store. Hopefully it throws more customers his way.

 

[DaGrinch]

For a concealed carry holster - not IWB - Blackhawk has a Serpa holster that fits all SR models; SR9, SR9C, SR40 and SR40C. Of course, for the Compact models, the muzzle will not extend to the bottom of the holster - but IMHO, that's better than having the muzzle sticking out of the bottom.

 

[WAYNO]

For a concealed carry holster - not IWB - Blackhawk has a Serpa holster that fits all SR models; SR9, SR9C, SR40 and SR40C. Of course, for the Compact models, the muzzle will not extend to the bottom of the holster - but IMHO, that's better than having the muzzle sticking out of the bottom.

I like the Serpas too, but I do not like a holster longer than it needs to be. Otherwise, I may as well carry the full-size SR9 or 40.

I have Serpas for fullsize 1911's and Commander size, one of each for both sizes of guns. It's just a matter of time til they make a compact-size Serpa for the Rugers.

But as much as I like my Davis holster, there's no reason for me to buy a shorter Serpa for the compact Ruger, even if they decided to make one.

And yes, that's only my opinion, and other folks may have different preferences.

WAYNO.

 

[DaGrinch]

Wayno... I understand completely. Unfortunately, I don't have much of an option. I needed a level II or III holster - either a Safariland 6377 Series or a Blackhawk Serpa - no other make would do. Only the Serpa filled the bill.

I also have an Uncle Mike's #15 (I believe - it's not right in front of me) that I will use when I don't have to wear the Serpa. Just the right size.

 

[WAYNO]

Wayno... I understand completely. Unfortunately, I don't have much of an option. I needed a level II or III holster - either a Safariland 6377 Series or a Blackhawk Serpa - no other make would do. Only the Serpa filled the bill.

I also have an Uncle Mike's #15 (I believe - it's not right in front of me) that I will use when I don't have to wear the Serpa. Just the right size.

So...The Serpa is pretty stout. Is there any reason a guy couldn't cut off the excessive length? Before I found the Davis holsters, and I did want a Serpa, that's what I planned to do, is cut the end off.

WAYNO.

 

[DaGrinch]

So...The Serpa is pretty stout. Is there any reason a guy couldn't cut off the excessive length? Before I found the Davis holsters, and I did want a Serpa, that's what I planned to do, is cut the end off.

WAYNO.

Cutting off the extra 1/2" or so was one of the first things I thought of when Blackhawk told me the holster for the SR9 & SR40 would fit, but there would be the extra at the bottom.

After looking at the Serpa, I don't know if I'd cut the extra off. The bottom 3/8" or so is a little thicker, as you can see in the picture, and appears to maybe give the Kydex a little structural integrity. Plus, if cut off, then the band coming down the side from the trigger guard would suddenly stop. I guess it's a matter of preference.



BTW, the Uncle Mike's holster is a Size 15 belt loop pancake style. It brings the grip of the weapon a little closer to the body, unlike the Serpa, which keeps the grip away from the body. The muzzle of the SR40C is right at the bottom of the Uncle Mike's - doesn't stick out and doesn't fit short of the bottom like the Serpa.

 

[WAYNO]

Yep, I looked at my Serpa's last night and also discovered that trimming the end off the holster would removed the reinforced area.

Thanks.

WAYNO.

 

[xtcjpr13]

i trimmed mine off and have had no issues at all from it!

 

[DaGrinch]

Interesting. How about the "fit"? I've tried adjusting the screw on the side of the Serpa, but the 40C is still a tight fit. Does it loosen a bit with the trimming of the bottom?

I guess my other obstacle - I hate to trim something that costs more than a couple of $$$'s. Take 3/8"-1/2" off of something that costs $30+ and I feel like I'm cheating myself. :?

 

[xtcjpr13]

the fit of my 40c still seems to be a bit tighter than that of my 9c, but neither are unbearably tight!