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Offline Texas_Faithful

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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #525 on: January 09, 2017, 04:24:16 AM »
What holster have you been using?

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I highly recommend a n82 tactical original iwb holster. I was opposed to iwb carry before, due to how uncomfortable it was for me. This thing is great! The part that comes in contact with your body is suede, the other side is leather. When sitting for short periods, I cant it and it feels fine. Cost was $39.99 plus tax at a lgs. I meant to post a picture the other day. If you guys would like any other pics of the holster please let me know. https://imgur.com/a/KHlM2

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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #526 on: January 09, 2017, 09:37:44 AM »
Are you guys that have been carrying this finding the weight to be manageable for IWB?


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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #527 on: January 09, 2017, 11:07:04 AM »
Are you guys that have been carrying this finding the weight to be manageable for IWB?


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In my experience thus far, I would say it depends on the holster. I purchased a neoprene blackhawk holster before the one previously mentioned and it was pretty terrible. The pistol is so heavy it bends the plastic clip that holds the holster up. It also doesn't completely cover the beaver tail let alone the grip. In the new holster it feels great.

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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #528 on: January 09, 2017, 12:12:22 PM »
The 75c w/, rail is a little on the heavy side, comparable to the 75c. I'm using a holster from Rawdog tactical for the P01, which needed some spacers to make it fit.


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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #529 on: January 09, 2017, 12:22:38 PM »
Are you guys that have been carrying this finding the weight to be manageable for IWB?


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In my experience thus far, I would say it depends on the holster. I purchased a neoprene blackhawk holster before the one previously mentioned and it was pretty terrible. The pistol is so heavy it bends the plastic clip that holds the holster up. It also doesn't completely cover the beaver tail let alone the grip. In the new holster it feels great.
What's the new holster?


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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #530 on: January 09, 2017, 12:23:45 PM »
The 75c w/, rail is a little on the heavy side, comparable to the 75c. I'm using a holster from Rawdog tactical for the P01, which needed some spacers to make it fit.


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That looks good. Did you just add spacers in between the kydex and then tighten down?


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« Reply #531 on: January 09, 2017, 12:31:20 PM »
Thank you,...Yes, it needed the spacers on all 5 screws, had to get the extra hardware from Rawdog, they sent it quick and free of charge.


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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #532 on: January 09, 2017, 01:58:18 PM »
Are you guys that have been carrying this finding the weight to be manageable for IWB?


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In my experience thus far, I would say it depends on the holster. I purchased a neoprene blackhawk holster before the one previously mentioned and it was pretty terrible. The pistol is so heavy it bends the plastic clip that holds the holster up. It also doesn't completely cover the beaver tail let alone the grip. In the new holster it feels great.
What's the new holster?


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The new one is the n82 tactical original iwb holster. https://imgur.com/a/KHlM2

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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #533 on: January 09, 2017, 08:55:40 PM »
I highly recommend a n82 tactical original iwb holster. I was opposed to iwb carry before, due to how uncomfortable it was for me. This thing is great! The part that comes in contact with your body is suede, the other side is leather. When sitting for short periods, I cant it and it feels fine. Cost was $39.99 plus tax at a lgs. I meant to post a picture the other day. If you guys would like any other pics of the holster please let me know. https://imgur.com/a/KHlM2

How much trigger protection does that holster provide? If it's only a single layer of elastic covering the trigger I'd be a little worried that the trigger could be pulled through the elastic. Hopefully it's leather or plastic covered by elastic.
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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #534 on: January 09, 2017, 09:07:11 PM »
That protruding slide stop is the Steel P01 (needs a file and cold blue) sticks out too far.

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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #535 on: January 10, 2017, 12:52:31 AM »
I highly recommend a n82 tactical original iwb holster. I was opposed to iwb carry before, due to how uncomfortable it was for me. This thing is great! The part that comes in contact with your body is suede, the other side is leather. When sitting for short periods, I cant it and it feels fine. Cost was $39.99 plus tax at a lgs. I meant to post a picture the other day. If you guys would like any other pics of the holster please let me know. https://imgur.com/a/KHlM2

How much trigger protection does that holster provide? If it's only a single layer of elastic covering the trigger I'd be a little worried that the trigger could be pulled through the elastic. Hopefully it's leather or plastic covered by elastic.

I had the same concern, but the elastic is too thick and very tight. I tried to pull the trigger while test fitting the pistol in SA & DA but couldn't. I had been eyeing the holster online, but I had to test the trigger guard myself before I felt comfortable enough to carry with it.

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« Reply #536 on: January 10, 2017, 01:09:18 AM »
Good to know. The idea of one IWB holster that will fit several of my pistols is very interesting.
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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #537 on: January 12, 2017, 06:47:05 AM »
Anybody besides Texas_Faithful carrying this tank? I'm trying to decide between this and the PCR. I'd rather stay with a manual safety if possible and keep my platforms consistent. I'm just worried those is too heavy to carry daily.


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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #538 on: January 12, 2017, 09:48:33 AM »
Carry mine , iwb , it's not too heavy. I've been carrying a 75c for the past 6 mo, they are very similar in weight,  so it pretty much feels the same for me.


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Re: A rare batch of SP-01 Compacts available
« Reply #539 on: January 12, 2017, 10:12:09 AM »
Carry mine , iwb , it's not too heavy. I've been carrying a 75c for the past 6 mo, they are very similar in weight,  so it pretty much feels the same for me.


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Great - thank you for the response.


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