Would like your impressions on Milt Sparks holster

[BugI02]

Hi, all

I'm wanting to carry a Sig P239 IWB and I think this is a good time to try a Milt Sparks. Because the wait is 26 weeks, before I commit I thought I would see if anyone is carrying a P239, or something similar like a P225, in a Sparks. I'm considering a Summer Special, SS2 or a VersaMax in cowhide but would like any feedback on carrying a small but heavy firearm in a Sparks. Thanks

 

[BugI02]

Wanted to thank everybody who took a look (there have been 63 so far). I guess nobody is carrying anything similar to what I want to carry in a Sparks

If anybody stops back by, perhaps give your impressions of carrying a compact pistol IWB in a Sparks

 

[wtfd661]

I’ve carried a 1911 compact in VMII and Glock 27 in a VMII, hands down the most comfortable IWB I’ve ever used

 

[Expat]

I have one for a fullsized 1911. Summer Comfort
they are well built, will last longer than the Galcos that I have.

 

[BugI02]

Thank you both

 

[BoilerWes]

Great quality but overrated for me as far as comfort goes.

 

[Dean C.]

You want to go Versa Max 2 or Criterion IMHO as they are the best at minimizing the width of the firearm IWB. I do not use my summer special due to the clips being "on top" and adding extra inches to my waist line. The wait is worth it, ask for the Badger Paw Prints if you like dogs. I have multiple MS holsters sorry I did not see this earlier.

 

[Fiddle]

My typical carry holster is a Milt Sparks and I love it.

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

When I carry my 1911, I prefer a high-ride OWB. the Milt Sparks 60tk



(the double mag carrier is Safariland)

 

[BugI02]

Thanks all for the replies. What I think I'm reading is that the MS holsters offer reasonable comfort for an all metal, heavy for class firearm?

 

[Expat]

Thanks all for the replies. What I think I'm reading is that the MS holsters offer reasonable comfort for an all metal, heavy for class firearm?

I think that is a fair statement.

 

[Kirk Freeman]

I have a Milt Sparks 60TK for a SIG226

I have a 55BN for a Glock 17 and 1911

I have a Roadrunner (yes, I am that old) for a 1911.

I am not a compact pistol guy, but do have a Glock 43X in a Bladetech. Milt Sparks makes fantastic gear.

 

[BugI02]

Thanks for the feedback, Kirk. I take it they hold up well, also

 

[J Galt]

Years ago I had a Milt Sparks for a G19 and liked it a lot. IDK if that qualifies as small and heavy.

There are no negatives about it that come to mind. I changed over to Kydex because it is thinner.

 

[STopaz1982]

I have a Milt Sparks 60TK for a SIG226

I have a 55BN for a Glock 17 and 1911

I have a Roadrunner (yes, I am that old) for a 1911.

I am not a compact pistol guy, but do have a Glock 43X in a Bladetech. Milt Sparks makes fantastic gear.

How are the Bruce Nelson holsters for concealment? I have considered them for my commander size 1911's but so far have stuck with pancake style holsters. Are yours vertical or FBI cant?

 

[BlueDrew2]

I have carried a full size 1911 on and off for the last 12 or so years in a summer special II so take it for what its worth as it fits the heavy bill, but not so small. I have been very happy with the quality and the holster in general. I think the smaller footprint of the SS may be a winning combo but that is just pure speculation. I am strongly considering grabbing a VM II, but haven't even had my hands on one so cannot really comment there.

 

[BigRed]

Milt Sparks?

Hmmm.... learning something!

 

[63PGP]

26 weeks??

I received a Kramer in half that time.

 

[senork]

A Milt Sparks VM 2 works very well with Colt Commander. I have several IWB holsters, and it is my favorite. It is made very well and is very comfortable to wear. It would be worth considering providing the wait to get it isn’t too long.

 

[BlueDrew2]

26 weeks??

I received a Kramer in half that time.

Its kinda like Randall mades, just buy and forget about it. It's like Christmas, but with guns.