Colt Defender 45 Pocket Holster?

[slas]

Was thinking about getting a pocket holster for my Colt and was curious about general thoughts on pocket holsters, how many actually use one and possible suggestions if you do. I often find myself wanting to just stick my Colt in my pocket and get out the door on my run to Walmart or similar.....

I considered picking up a little 380 pocket pistol to make it easier but tend to prefer a larger caliber....looking at maybe picking up a Kahr PM45 for easy pocket carry and use the colt for belt carry. Anyone have a PM45? Thoughts?

 

[surjimmy]

IMO, I wouldn't carry any pistol Locked/Cocked in my pocket. A Kahr might not be too bad. In a 380, my first choice is a Colt Pony, but it's hard to beat a good Ol Fashion hammerless J Frame for pocket carry.

 

[bigred1]

IMO it's much much easier to reach in your pocket and grab the grip of a hammerless j-frame as opposed to anything else.

 

[John6185]

The Defender only has two shots and the dang thing is heavy plus you have to cock it to shoot! It's a quality weapon but with the limitations of weight and capacity it's just a fun gun to me. I have one with three different caliber barrels and it shoots well and has no significant recoil. I like it but on a trip carry a Kahr .380 because it's double action and is quicker to pull and shoot if the need arises.

 

[slas]

The Defender only has two shots and the dang thing is heavy plus you have to cock it to shoot! It's a quality weapon but with the limitations of weight and capacity it's just a fun gun to me. I have one with three different caliber barrels and it shoots well and has no significant recoil. I like it but on a trip carry a Kahr .380 because it's double action and is quicker to pull and shoot if the need arises.

Not sure what you mean by "only has two shots". The Colt Defender is 7+1 in .45 ACP, but it is heavy for it's size. I'm not sure about carrying a 380. We could get into the discussion of "is a 380 enough stopping power for carry" argument but that would again open a whole nother can of worms. I feel comfortable, and confident with the 45 and since I reload it I can get more practice in with it. Of course a 380 is better than nothing.

 

[slas]

IMO it's much much easier to reach in your pocket and grab the grip of a hammerless j-frame as opposed to anything else.

I'll have to look at the hammerless j-frames. I've had a few revolvers but never a hammerless.

 

[bigred1]

I'll have to look at the hammerless j-frames. I've had a few revolvers but never a hammerless.

I think you'd be pleased with one. I've got the M&P 340/357 magnum and it works really well for front pocket carry.

 

[slas]

I think you'd be pleased with one. I've got the M&P 340/357 magnum and it works really well for front pocket carry.

Do you use a pocket holster with it?

 

[bigred1]

Yes, I just use a cheap Blackhawk No.3 soft holster. Keeps the pocket lint off of it and keeps it upright in your pocket. Sometimes I'll carry it IWB with a Milt Sparks too.

 

[bigred1]