Carry my new MP Compact 2.0 vs Shield

[clfergus]

I have been thinking about carrying a compact size pistol vs. my smaller sub compact. the Compact 2.0 is like the size of a G19. Anyone else have the dilemma and what is the best position and type of holster to carry with concealed? Typically wear a polo or button up untucked when I carry.

Probably would also need to find a inexpensive gun belt to hold the extra weight.

Thanks

 

[Topshot]

Daltech Force currently has 20% off code for their SuperBio belts. I just picked up one for my son and a dress version for me.

I'm sort of in the same dilemma, but am leaning toward the larger gun with AIWB.

 

[VERT]

I have been thinking about carrying a compact size pistol vs. my smaller sub compact. the Compact 2.0 is like the size of a G19. Anyone else have the dilemma and what is the best position and type of holster to carry with concealed? Typically wear a polo or button up untucked when I carry.

Probably would also need to find a inexpensive gun belt to hold the extra weight.

Thanks

No dilemma for me. Strong side at 3-4 o’clock. That is were I carry a full size, compact, subcompact gun. Definately buy a good belt designed to support a gun.

 

[markholst]

No dilemma for me. Strong side at 3-4 o’clock. That is were I carry a full size, compact, subcompact gun. Definately buy a good belt designed to support a gun.

This. Don't skimp on a belt.

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[Trebor657]

Ditto on the Daltech SuperBio Belt....I just got my first one a week or so ago....Can't tell you how much better it supports my weapon....Will never go without one again. I carry everything from a subcompact XD to a Beretta 92....I too carry strong side at 3 to 5 o'clock depending on the weapon....been doing it so long now its pretty much second nature..

 

[Tactically Fat]

Don't skimp on a belt. Don't skimp on a holster.

I personally don't find the BioBelts to be stiff enough - though I've only handled one in a store. (hold the belt in a loop, buckled where you'd likely wear it, and then hold it out horizontally. A GOOD stiff gun belt shouldn't droop much at all. To me, the BioBelt droops too much)

 

[cedartop]

Don't skimp on a belt. Don't skimp on a holster.

I personally don't find the BioBelts to be stiff enough - though I've only handled one in a store. (hold the belt in a loop, buckled where you'd likely wear it, and then hold it out horizontally. A GOOD stiff gun belt shouldn't droop much at all. To me, the BioBelt droops too much)

Funny. I just noticed that recently. Normally of course I AIWB and for that I don't care for a particularly stiff belt, for OWB though stiffer is good.

 

[WebSnyper]

I like the others here, use a Daltech BioBelt. The holster I use (have them for several models of gun) is the Galco King Tuk IWB hybrid at about the 5 - 5:30 position. I have several of this same holster made for each specific model of gun and carry in the same position whether it is my Glock 43, one of my Glock 19's or my M&P compact 2.0 (that has recently taken over carry duties). This way I have no real change in the draw, positioning, etc. I have had my BioBelt for a few years now and it looks and retains as good as the day I got it. That said, I may need to order a bigger one these days...

 

[Topshot]

FYI, the Daltech 20% code is good until Feb 11.

 

[Bob45]

JM custom kydex, wing claw 2.5 AIWB. It's really unbelievable how the 2.0 compact carries in this holster.

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[Trebor657]

Just found a clearance sale on Buffalo Gun Belts in black or brown...got good reviews so I ordered one in brown...See how good it is...here is a link if you want to check them out... Buffalo Gun Belts - Raw Dog Tactical

 

[xd9]

Wearing my Raw Dog now and love it. Its my daily belt as well and like how it forms around my S&W MP Shield inside the Stealth Gear Ventcore AIWB holster.

Just found a clearance sale on Buffalo Gun Belts in black or brown...got good reviews so I ordered one in brown...See how good it is...here is a link if you want to check them out... Buffalo Gun Belts - Raw Dog Tactical

 

[clfergus]

Well bought one of these belts in a couple of sizes in case I lose some weight. Excited to see if they help.

 

[hoosierfishing]

I carry the M&P Compact 2.0 OWB on strong side in a Don Hume. It carries great. Like others said, get a quality gun belt.

 

[clfergus]

I carry the M&P Compact 2.0 OWB on strong side in a Don Hume. It carries great. Like others said, get a quality gun belt.

No issues with printing?

 

[hoosierfishing]

No issues with printing?

Not enough that its worth mentioning. The key is to find a holster that keeps the gun high and tight. The Don Hume does just that.