4” N Frame Holster Recommendations

[Jbotto]

Going through the process of finding a new holster, preferably leather for all around use of a 4” N Frame. Have used Simply Rugged Sourdough Pancakes in the past and will probably fall back on them if I don’t find something different. Outside-the Waist band belt holster that doesn’t allow the holster or gun to move on while walking. I look forward to seeing what you all recommend! Pictures never hurt!

 

[jimh406]

Belt Scabbard Gun Holster

A high riding FBI forward tilt holster designed for wear on the strong side hip. The butt of the gun is tucked snugly into the body to aid concealment. A flawless rendition of the classic "pancake" design, well suited to undercover and general concealment, as well as range use. Also available in...

www.kramerleather.com

 

[Mustangs Rule]

A.E. Nelson Holsters Scio, Oregon. I have them on my 6" N frame S&W 41 mag and my 4" 629 S and W 44 mag and my S&W model 13 K frame

Prices are fair, workmanship excellent.

 

[MTLabrador]

I have and really like the sourdough for my 629 4”.

 

[Jbotto]

I really have liked my Sourdough Pancake for the Redhawk. I’ll probably end up with another, they just are very wide on my hip. It’s doable, was just hoping to have a slightly smaller footprint on my belt. I may reach out to Rob Leahy and see if he can slim it down some.

 

[Jbotto]

More proof of my love of the Sourdough Pancake. Main holster for 4” GP100.

 

[Mustangs Rule]

I have and really like the sourdough for my 629 4”.

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That is a nice holster, I however am a horseman and want a thumb snap strap to keep my revolver in no matter what.

 

[BAKPAKR]

I have and really like the sourdough for my 629 4”.

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I like the second belt slot on that holster so you can carry it crossdraw (my preferred method on a pack).

I have a 4” S&W 500 in a Galco D.A.O. and a 5” 629 in a Galco Phoenix. I prefer the thumb break of the Phoenix — just in case I ever need to use my “quick draw” skills.

 

[jimh406]

If you look at the Kramer picture, you'll see the leather fits tight around the cylinder to make the revolver much harder to come out. It's also horsehide and as most of you know that leather is much stiffer/tougher than normal leather. I find it much more secure than any snap.

 

[Sheltowee]

Been pretty pleased with Diamond D Leather out of Alaska. Their pancake looks like it would suit the bill for you: https://www.diamonddcustomleather.com/products/pancake-holster

 

[Ben Lamb]

Bianchi 5BHL thumbsnap for the 4" Model 29. I like the security the thumbsnap gives me and I can mount it on my pack belt or my regular belt depending on where I am and what I'm doing.