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Rohrbaugh Products and Accessories => Rohrbaugh Accessories => Topic started by: kwesi on August 04, 2011, 11:08:15 PM
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Does anyone know if our R9's fit this back pocket wallet holster? It is not listed on the DeSantis web site.
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Sorry, never heard of it.
Do you have any links or pics?
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http://www.desantisholster.com/store/WHATS-NEW/pocket-shot/keltec/P3AT
Ok, found the holster on the site. I have similar ones for other guns - this one is for the KT P3AT.
These holsters are VERY gun specific and I doubt very seriously that you could adapt one for the R9 without tearing the holster apart and restitching and glueing.
The market problably is not there for a big holster maker like Desantis to tool up for an R9.
Your best bet would probably be a custom maker.
I believe Yankee had one for sale here not too long ago. Maybe he can tell you where to get one made.
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Reinz: I went to a local gun shop today that sells the DeSantis Pocket Shot and the R9 fit in. It was just a bit snug BUT it fit! I worked the slide with no interference. The store owner had one in his back pocket for his P3-AT and they both appeared identical, other than I had to push down in. He stated that they do loosed up a bit as the leather stretches. I think this one works! It has two holes: one for the trigger finger and the other for your middle finger...me like!
If you compare the specs of the Keltec P3-AT to the R9 the differences are very minor!
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After seeing how it fit in the Pocket Shot I'm going to order one. The spec differences compared to the P3-AT:
1. Same length
2. R9 is .042" wider
3. R9 is .2" taller
Wonder why DeSantis doesn't list it for the R9?
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Wow imagine that.
I have one for a 3AT and never even thought to put a R9 in it.
I do wonder how it will handle with the extra recoil though ?
My first thought is - it's probably a good thing that it fits tight - due to the recoil.
Please let us know how it works
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Here is one I had and sold, it was Stingray.
(http://i413.photobucket.com/albums/pp216/yankee2500/IMG_0460.jpg)
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Wow imagine that.
I have one for a 3AT and never even thought to put a R9 in it.
I do wonder how it will handle with the extra recoil though ?
My first thought is - it's probably a good thing that it fits tight - due to the recoil.
Please let us know how it works
It's on it's way. I'll report back!
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Thanks! I'm interested in seeing how you like the Pocket Shot and how well the R9 fits.
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I like the idea of these holsters but dislike the open trigger. Although I think it would be hard to cause the gun to fire it would suck to find out I was wrong. ;D
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I like the idea of these holsters but dislike the open trigger. Although I think it would be hard to cause the gun to fire it would suck to find out I was wrong. ;D
Agreed. Under what circumstances do you envision that possibility? I'd like to hear any thoughts.
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When there is a gun in my right front pocket even though it's in a holster that covers the trigger there is never anything else in that pocket.
With all the EDC items people tend to carry today any item small enough to enter the trigger area could cause the gun to fire. (pen, keys, flashlight, knife) who knows what else some people shove in there pocket not thinking. Just bending over crouching down or sitting could push one of these items into the trigger.
You always have Murphy's Law to contend with. ;D
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When there is a gun in my right front pocket even though it's in a holster that covers the trigger there is never anything else in that pocket.
With all the EDC items people tend to carry today any item small enough to enter the trigger area could cause the gun to fire. (pen, keys, flashlight, knife) who knows what else some people shove in there pocket not thinking. Just bending over crouching down or sitting could push one of these items into the trigger.
You always have Murphy's Law to contend with. ;D
Good points! I often put my car keys in that rear right pocket so that's gonna change!
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I am also not fan of any pocket holster that doesn't protect trigger. Amongst my collection of R9 holsters is a DeSantis SuperFly. I wrote DeSantis to see what model was correct. They told me you will need item #M44BJG2Z0 which, I believe, was for the Beretta tomcat sized pistol, if DeSantis is way you want to go. It is VERY sticky in the pocket.
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The newest one rec'd is a DM Bullard out of Aledo, TX - PWC Holster for Rohrbaugh R9 in rough-out with matching pocket magazine holder. If I can figure out how to post a pic, I will.
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Would you still have the same concerns IF it was the only item in the rear pocket? I have a great front pocket holster that covers the trigger & I suppose could be carried in the back pocket.
I like the element of surprise with it appearing as a wallet.
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kewsi. I'm concerned about maybe pulling the trigger while pulling the wallet out of the back pocket; as John points out, Murphy's law is always present.
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Would you still have the same concerns IF it was the only item in the rear pocket? I have a great front pocket holster that covers the trigger & I suppose could be carried in the back pocket.
I like the element of surprise with it appearing as a wallet.
I think it would be OK carried alone in the rear pocket but I believe it would be more difficult to draw in a ready position from a rear pocket. The intent of that holster in my opinion is that when your hand comes out of the pocket your gripping the unit and are ready to put your finger on the trigger. A rear pocket draw of the holster gun combo is going to be more difficult due to the added thickness, it's not always easy to pull a much lighter wallet out of the back pocket. Add the adrenalin, fear, and stress of an encounter involving the need to defend yourself or loved ones and things could go downhill real fast. Also rear pockets are usually smaller and tighter.
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Yankee: you may be right! It did fit fine in my jeans pocket. I guess I'll know better after it arrives & I can practice drawing it. I guess I got caught up in the moment.
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It may work well for you and I hope it doe's.
The thing I like about front pocket carry is that isn't at all unnatural to see a someone strolling along or standing around with there hand in the front pocket, it's pretty strange to see someone with there hand in there back pocket unless getting ready to pay for something.
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It may work well for you and I hope it doe's.
The thing I like about front pocket carry is that isn't at all unnatural to see a someone strolling along or standing around with there hand in the front pocket,quote]
Front pocket carry does not work in my jeans. I only use that holster with shorts, etc. I have a IWB that I use if I'm carrying the R9 vs other caliber.
Regarding having your hand in your back pocket: not sure I understand your thinking. If I was being robbed I would be reaching in my rear pocket to hand over my wallet/pistol. What am I not understanding about your thought?
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Yankee: you may be right! It did fit fine in my jeans pocket. I guess I'll know better after it arrives & I can practice drawing it. I guess I got caught up in the moment.
I didn't realize you were referring to only the rear pocket of your jeans.
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Understood.