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Sorry to get back on topic but I have tried and am very happy with a couple of IWB Holsters I purchased from n82tactical.com. I have the Professional for my XDM .45 3.8' Compact (my normal carry) and the Original Tuckable in Full Size that that works well for my full size XDMs and Glocks. The Professional is my prefered as it gives better weapon retention and reholstering, the advantage of the Original Tuckable being one holster for every full sized I own. Disadvatage with Original Tuckable is reholstering. Both conceal well and are extremely comfortable for all day wear whether it be standing, walking or sitting. Has suede backing towards body, leather towards weapon with layer of neoprene in between for comfort.

Side note: Mark Craighead (Founder of CrossBreed Holsters) died on 8/24/12 aged 43 from a heart attack. Family requested that memorial contributions be made to Wounded Warrior Project in lieu of flowers. Ironically he was formerly a Cardiac RN.
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Sorry to hear about Mark Craigheads passing. Hope his family finds some peace.
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Got a Theis holster for Christmas. Same concept as crossbreed. Horsehide with Kydex clips that don't scratch up car leather.

Starting to break in and it's extremely comfortable for all day wear. Full size .45 disappears into the pantline and has great weight distribution.

Had some squeek when I first started wearing it due to the new leather, so I put some moleskin under the clips between them and the leather and it took care of the noise immediately.

Great product. Lifetime warranty from Tommy Theis and great customer service.

Highly recommended product and company.
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cams wrote:Got a Theis holster for Christmas. Same concept as crossbreed. Horsehide with Kydex clips that don't scratch up car leather.

Starting to break in and it's extremely comfortable for all day wear. Full size .45 disappears into the pantline and has great weight distribution.

Had some squeek when I first started wearing it due to the new leather, so I put some moleskin under the clips between them and the leather and it took care of the noise immediately.

Great product. Lifetime warranty from Tommy Theis and great customer service.

Highly recommended product and company.
Awesome, I was thinking of getting one if I ever pull the trigger on the XDS I have been eying. Sure cant beat the price compared to the Crossbreed.

How long did it take to get your holster?
Also, I use leather conditioner during break in and once every couple months if I start to hear squeaking. It sure does make it more comfortable on the skin.


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Great price on his holsters. Took about 2 weeks after the order was placed to receive it. This was at Christmas time when mail is always slow too, not bad turnaround time at all.

I used saddle soap around the leather, but the moleskin took care of the noise as soon as I put it on. I'll definitely use your idea and keep treating it as time goes on, it's starting to take shape but is new leather so kind of stiff yet. Even so it's the most comfortable holster I've ever worn as far as IWB.

Retention seemed very tight at first, could hardly get the weapon seated and I didn't think I'd like it but after working it in and out dozens of times and setting a groove in the leather and shaving just a bit of Kydex off as it did, it now seats nicely, draw is smooth and easy, and reholstering is the same.

Something to consider which I didn't think of before ordering; depending on what type of belt you wear. I generally will wear a riggers type belt under a tshirt because of the stiffener and ease of adjustment with the Velcro. But the Kydex clips I got don't fit the 2" belt, I was disappointed by this, but found a 1.75" belt with stiffener from 5-11 gear that works well.

He also makes IWB mag holders using the same concept.

Speaking of, I bought 2 Wilson Combat 8rd mags today, $85.00 f'ing dollars. Didnt even get a reach around. Highway robbery.
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Speaking of, I bought 2 Wilson Combat 8rd mags today, $85.00 f'ing dollars. Didnt even get a reach around. Highway robbery.[/quote]

Next time you need mags, check out the Tripp research mags, they used to have 3 packs for 100.00. I have never read a bad review and they will definitely be my next mag purchase. Also, let us know how the mag holder works out.


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RMP-RLTW wrote:Speaking of, I bought 2 Wilson Combat 8rd mags today, $85.00 f'ing dollars. Didnt even get a reach around. Highway robbery.
Next time you need mags, check out the Tripp research mags, they used to have 3 packs for 100.00. I have never read a bad review and they will definitely be my next mag purchase. Also, let us know how the mag holder works out.


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Nice. Ill look into that. Thx.
I won't be ordering a mag holder anytime soon. I have a single Fobus clip on that I use for now.
Maybe next Christmas as a treat to myself.
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Just purchased my second Theis Holster, this one for a Sig P938.

Turn around time from order to door was one week. Fit and tension is perfect.

With the weight and small size of this weapon and the weight distribution of these holsters, it's barely noticeable that I'm even carrying and zero print with just a normal tshirt and jeans.

The only thing that reminds me right now is the stiffness of the new leather, but once treated and broke in it will be the bomb diggity of a comfort rig.

Can't say enough good things about Tommy's holsters, service and speed. And all with a lifetime warranty and a money back guarantee if you don't like the product.
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