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[11BEE]

Originally Posted by Milk 1027

Does anyone have a Minotaur MTAC holster?
I just ordered one after an entire day of researching conceal carry holsters. My original choice was a White Hat holster, but they take a longer to make and I don't think it would get to me on time.
What are your opinions.

I have two Comp-Tac Minotaur MTAC's. One for the Glock 26/19/17/34 Slide and one for the 1911. I LOVE THESE HOLSTERS. It is the most comfortable holster I have ever worn and use one every day. I can wear it under just about everything and nobody has ever spotted it. It works great in hot climates. You will not be disappointed.

To tell you how much you will like it, I have sold every other holster I have, and only use ones form Comp-Tac. I also have the paddle holster to use in IDPA competitions and sometimes conceal with it in the winter under vests or jackets.

You should look at the the Minotaur Concealment Magazine pouch. I would highly recommend you buy one of these as well. This way you can tuck in an extra mag, and nobody will every see it. The manufacturer is about 15 miles from where I live. After shooting with the president a number of times, we talked about the concealment pouch. He developed this product, and I got to help as a guinea pig / beta tester. It is top notch.

Now for the obligatory notice. I am not affiliated with them and receive no benefit from telling you just how good these are. I just believe word of mouth will help superior products take over the market from the big boys that put out crap. The MTAC is a superior product.

[Superman09]

Easily a 9.5/10 I have had no problems with it at all after daily use for more than a year. It has left virtually no marks on my XDm the leather is still in wonderful condition it has started to "form" to me but that is to be expected. I don't have any personal experience with the Minotaur but I would suspect its built with the same quality as the Ctac. I recommend Comp-Tac to all my friends I will be buying a magazine pouch from them in the very near future (Kinda tired of throwing spare mag in my pocket). If you would like to see pictures I can throw it on real quick

[Milk 1027]

Thanks for the input guys.
and pictures are always welcome in a thread like this

[11BEE]

Originally Posted by Superman09

Easily a 9.5/10 I have had no problems with it at all after daily use for more than a year. It has left virtually no marks on my XDm the leather is still in wonderful condition it has started to "form" to me but that is to be expected. I don't have any personal experience with the Minotaur but I would suspect its built with the same quality as the Ctac. I recommend Comp-Tac to all my friends I will be buying a magazine pouch from them in the very near future (Kinda tired of throwing spare mag in my pocket). If you would like to see pictures I can throw it on real quick

I agree completely. Here is a picture of my daily carry rig with the Glock 34. I also use it to carry a 19 very regularly. The holster has formed very nicely to me and this is about 18 months of use. The magazine pouch is fairly new and only been carried about 20 times.

[Superman09]

My Set up
Front

Back

Covered under t-shirt

[11BEE]

Originally Posted by Superman09

My Set up
Front

Back

Covered under t-shirt

Wow that is set to an extreme can't. Maybe I should try that. Do you find the back of the slide prints at all?

[blake-b]

I have found an appendix carry prints the least.

[Superman09]

yeah it is pretty extreme but it is also the most comfortable and is in the most natural position when I reach back for it. Also since I am on the skinnier side of life rolling it all the way up really helps hide it better than anything else. You can see in the back picture the grip basically follows my ribcage. It doesn't print at all unless I am wearing a tighter shirt and I bend forward at the waist. Basically get used to bending over like you are a girl in a short skirt and all printing problems are solved.

[11BEE]

Originally Posted by Superman09

yeah it is pretty extreme but it is also the most comfortable and is in the most natural position when I reach back for it. Also since I am on the skinnier side of life rolling it all the way up really helps hide it better than anything else. You can see in the back picture the grip basically follows my ribcage. It doesn't print at all unless I am wearing a tighter shirt and I bend forward at the waist. Basically get used to bending over like you are a girl in a short skirt and all printing problems are solved.

I have been on the heavier side all of my life. I recently had a health scare and have been working on it and lost 53 pounds already and hoping to drop from my old 46 pants to 36. I am at 40 right now. So far I have not had to change my can't but can see it coming. I will play with your set up.

I liked the appendix approach, but I wear suit's to work. I have never been able to make appendix work with a larger pistol in suit pants with a tucked in shirt. Maybe it was just me being fat.

[blake-b]

Appendix doesn't as work well with larger guns. Having carried guns for several years, I don't like the gun on my side when in concealed mode. It gets in the way and prints too much for my taste.

I carry a G27 in a kydex inside the waistband holster. A friend of mine molded it for me. It can be used with or without a belt.

If I had to wear a suit, I might look into a shoulder holster as an option.

[11BEE]

I actually can wear a suit with the Comp-Tac and it conceals very nicely even when you take the jacket off. You just have to wear a fuller cut shirt that is not white.

One other option is a Ruger LCP (or similar) in front pocket holster.

[Milk 1027]

Yeah, I'll be carrying a full sized pistol so printing is my major concern second is comfort. So far it looks like I made a good choice. Holster shipped today.

[11BEE]

Originally Posted by Milk 1027

Yeah, I'll be carrying a full sized pistol so printing is my major concern second is comfort. So far it looks like I made a good choice. Holster shipped today.

Enjoy the Smarties.

[SimpleGreen]

Nice stuff.

I'm currently rocking a Springfield Amory EMP in 9MM. I have an IWB holster on the way as I have my CHP now. I really like it, beautiful little pistol but I've been considering swapping it out for something higher cap, less safeties and doodads, and typically more reliable. I had an XD9SC before and and M&P9 Pro so I think the next thing I'll try will be a Gen 4 Glock 19.

Also in the collection is a Bravo Company/Spike Tactical AR15 w/ Magpul accessories, a Marlin 795 .22LR rifle for pest control, an old school Rem 870 Wingmaster w/ 18" barrel and bead sight (home defense) and a pretty Smith & Wesson Mod 60 357 revolver in stainless.

I had a Springfield Amory 'Loaded' 1911 but sold it because I just didn't shoot it well. I've since concentrated on smaller and midsize 9mm pistols and 38/357 revolvers because I handle them a lot nicer.

I make take some pics tomorrow.