What is the best holster for concealed carry? I’m new to this I’m thinking sneaky Pete for my Taurus G3c
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I like model specific Kydex holsters and use Tulster.
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Greetings & welcome, John1672! We’re glad that you have chosen to join us, both in the conceal carry world as well as the community forum!
I believe a couple of people here carry one (@Don102 may be one of them) so you may get specific holster ideas with user experience for that particular handgun.
Like Brad, I too prefer kydex holsters that are model specific.
I also agree with Will in that holsters needs/likes can be quite unique from one person to the next.
Good luck on your search and, again, welcome to the community
Take care & be well
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Exactly.
But having an empty drawer ready for all holsters you ‘thought’ you were going to like would be smart. 
I? Tier 1 Concealed
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For my first pistol, I bought “generic one size fits all” holsters in two different configurations.
It’s not until I discovered kydex specific to my brand/model of gun that I said, “this one works best for me.”
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Agree. Saying one holster fits every handgun is like saying one shoe fits every foot.
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Welcome if yo have not figured it out yet holster are never a easy pick and what works for person may not for the next. Myself I like OWB more than IWB and I also like paddle more than belt loop.
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Welcome my virtual friend. I don’t know that I can tell you what is best for you, but I can tell you my story.
I started off with IWB, but it pressed on a nerve in my side so I went to a Sneaky Pete (which I did not like – I felt too conscientious about it (and is recognizable to many) – so I eventually wound up with a good leather close-fit OWB and baggy shirts or coats to hide it. It is a fast draw, easy to reholster, secure and is comfortable for extended carry.
As of now, that’s where my story ends and for me that is what I’ve found is best for me.
Good luck and be safe out there!
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This setup, less the Kimber (Had to get the Kimber Bump in there) and mags came from Muddy River Tactical. So far it’s been great…
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@JSwift ,
Welcome to the Community 
That is the question that nobody will give you correct answer to… you will have to figure it out by yourself. 
However there are few tips you can get:
- holster has to completely cover trigger and trigger guard
- once you flip holster upside down, the firearm has to stay inside, even you shake it a little
- you need about 5/8" space between trigger guard undercut / grip front strap and the holster’s edge or your belt - this is the space your middle finger goes during handgun draw process
Taking those under consideration, you will actually stop thinking about cheap, one-fits-all, nylon, soft holsters.
Which one you choose? Buy, try and decide… you eventually join the “Club of Holster Drawer”. 
You may start with Muddy River Tactical… and end up with Tier1 Concealed.
It doesn’t matter how much do you spend on holster, it matters which one will fit you.
Good luck !
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Welcome John to the Fold My Brother,
You are right where you’re suppose to be.
As for your quest in holster I will not TELL you,
but my SUGGESTION (is what works for me now).
For OWB I like the kydex gun specific holster (often comes with the Gun package.
Secondly for OWB also I LOVE this VERSA Carry COMMANDER ($25-35)
As you can see she holds a spare mag (saves so grief).
for IWB in VERSACARRY.com I like the ‘Protector S3’ ($25-30)
They go on sale A LOT.
Good luck on your journey the G3c is a nice, reliable weapon.
WWG1WGA
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I’m a fan of crossbreed. I also have and frequently use bravo concealment.
As others have stated, you’ll need to find what works for you.
I may be the only one in this category, but for me, some days one holster works better than others. I always carry in the same place, but not always with the same holster.
Good luck and welcome!
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@JSwift Welcome to the community. Sneaky Pete is nice, as it’s no different as an OWB holster with a flap over to conceal your concealed firearm, but also look into Kydex IWB holsters as well, or Kydex OWB holsters. Also look into the Waistband holster if you use sweats for jogging, depending of what your lifestyle is. I have one of each for my Sig P365. Crossbreedholsters.com wethepeopleholsters.com alienholsters.com bravoconcealment.com blackhawkholsters.com bulldogholsters.com and check out other various holsters mention here by the other community members.
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Welcome John1672.
I heard some practice in their home wearing it, but unloaded at first. Many as I, have had to experiment with a few before we found that sweet spot matching all our needs.
Some come with screws to tighten it up, others to make “draw” softer or retention stronger.
I like the paddles yet I had one pop off out of my pants when “Mother Nature called”, luckily the “tool” remained in the holster and not go sliding off the slippery tile floor. Had another close call when the “tool” was too loose in the holster.
I’m partial to strong retention of the holster to the body, and strong retention of the “tool”, to the holster.
Saw a vid recently: Ever hear of persons trying to do a quick draw? The presenter’s point was, you never should “quick re-holster” - because the fella/student shot himself in the leg (thru & thru), teacher saved his _ _ _ with a tourniquet, funny thing was shooter returned from the hospital - looking for the bullet as a souvenir.
Great question/post.
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I have my crossbreed adjusted so that I can hang it upside down and it retains the fully loaded gun!
Good point!!! And something nobody has brought up!
Training.
Once you find that “right” holster, you need to train with it!!!
Obviously, dry fire, meaning no live ammunition IN THE ROOM to avoid accidents…
Practice clearing concealment. Such as sweeping a jacket back, lifting a shirt. And getting a solid purchase (grip) on the gun.
Then work on actually drawing the gun, yes these are two different steps!!!
Clear, draw, aim, fire. (Dry fire, it should go click not boom!).
Rinse and repeat until you’re comfortable enough to do it in your sleep before going to a range that will allow live fire draw from concealment.
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A sneaky Pete os way too obvious go woth kydex or a belly band , the bely band gets real hot in the warmer times, i always use a kydex.
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Once you’ve spent time on running drills suggested by Will_B, which is a solid start for anyone, slap on a red dot. G3c Toro. (mine) Adjust into an new holster if necessary and start all over again from the beginning to “find the dot”. An when you think you have that down… start over again. Also stop at walmart or target and pick up a storage tub. Going to need it for all those holsters you’ll go through and extra parts you’ll be tinkering with customizing it.
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Truth!!!
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Thanks for the awesome advice and recommendations.
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