Remora Holsters

[Stradawhovious]

An amateur review on a pretty impressive (IMHO) little holster

In a PREVIOUS THREAD It was recommended that I try a Remora holster for my new snub nosed revolver. I did a little research, and they looked interesting. I didn't really want to drop $30 on the website and wait a couple weeks on a whim though, so I filed it away.

Fast forward a couple days..... I found myself in Bill's Gun Shop.... again...... and saw that they stocked the Remora holsters, for the same price as the Remora website I was able to get one out of the package and get a hands on look at this thing, and decided to give one a go. They didn't have the size needed for the snubby, but they did have one for my Wife's Kahr CW45, and she has been looking for other carry options. I figured for $25 it couldn't hurt to try.

The Good.....

This thing is really quite versatile. It's a pretty simple design, you put it between your undies and your pants, button up your trousers and go about your day. No belt needed, and it stays in place. This means that the Wife can wear a skirt with this thing, and comfortably conceal.

You can adjust most aspects of your carry. Placement, Cant and Passive Retention. Belt loops are no longer something to contend with when trying to get the perfect holster placement.

You can remove the holster without even loosening your belt. Grab the whole deal and pull, and it pops out gun and all. Easy Peasy.

This thing doesn't move throughout the day. I was worried that it would ride around with normal activity, but after a day of walking, sitting, standing and getting in and out of the car, the gun and the holster were in exactly the same spot I put them in the morning.

It is really easy to draw from.

It adds no thickness to the firearm, so it conceals really really well. This model also "fits" the snubby, (I will be ordering the correct size however) and when it's concealed it disappears.

The Bad.....

There is no way to secure it to a belt. Even though this thing stays put, when it comes time to take the "Deuce" in a public restroom, there will need to be some consideration made to your firearm and what to do with it.

It isn't tuckable. Try to tuck in around this thing, and you have as much chance of pulling the holster out of your pants when trying to draw as you do just revealing the holster. It is REALLY grippy.

There isn't any retention. This really isn't a concern for me, since the gun is held pretty well in place by the tension of the pants and belt, but for those of you where the lack of active retention is a deal breaker, it isn't there.

It is virtually impossible to re-holster without taking the holster out of your pants, and repositioning the entire assembly. In practical application, this isn't an issue. If I ever had to use my gun for self defence, re-holstering would be pretty far down on my list of priorities. For some it's a bit higher up, and this holster wouldn't be for them. They do, however, have a Stiff Mouth option, which apparently allows for easy reholstering, but I didn't buy that model and can't comment on it.

The verdict.....

All in all, I'm really impressed with this little guy, and will definitely be buying a couple for my smaller carry guns. It's also nice to know that my Wife's carry wardrobe options just increased by a large margin since she no longer needs to rely on a belt as a carry accessory. And at a $25 price point, they are on the low end of the "usable" holster cost scale. Add in the "Made in USA" tag and lifetime warranty, it's almost a no lose deal.

[Don L]

Another one to consider is StickyHolster. Same concept, and "stickier" material on the outside, so they stay where you put them. You can find them online, or wait a bit- BPR's going to be stocking them soon.

[yang]

It is virtually impossible to re-holster without taking the holster out of your pants, and repositioning the entire assembly. In practical application, this isn't an issue. If I ever had to use my gun for self defence, re-holstering would be pretty far down on my list of priorities. For some it's a bit higher up, and this holster wouldn't be for them. They do, however, have a Stiff Mouth option, which apparently allows for easy reholstering, but I didn't buy that model and can't comment on it.

I also owned this holster while I still had my Ruger P95. Its a great holster.

Now I have a question for you.. did you get the RTF one? RTF meaning, reinforced top? The RTF ones have some type of plastic material that is inside the holster that keeps the top from closing, therefore, making it east to holster.

Just curious which one you bought.

Link for review.
http://www.remoraholsters.com/Reinforce ... sters.html

[Hammer99...]

I have one too. The funny part is how sure I was that I wouldn't like it. I finally gave in after after reading a bunch of recommendations here. So I tried it and it changed the game. Also I do have the stiff mouth version and it does make re-holstering pretty easy.

[Stradawhovious]

It is virtually impossible to re-holster without taking the holster out of your pants, and repositioning the entire assembly. In practical application, this isn't an issue. If I ever had to use my gun for self defence, re-holstering would be pretty far down on my list of priorities. For some it's a bit higher up, and this holster wouldn't be for them. They do, however, have a Stiff Mouth option, which apparently allows for easy reholstering, but I didn't buy that model and can't comment on it.

I also owned this holster while I still had my Ruger P95. Its a great holster.

Now I have a question for you.. did you get the RTF one? RTF meaning, reinforced top? The RTF ones have some type of plastic material that is inside the holster that keeps the top from closing, therefore, making it east to holster.

Just curious which one you bought.

Link for review.
http://www.remoraholsters.com/Reinforce ... sters.html

Take a look at what you quoted of mine.....



Thanks for the link!

[Squib Joe]

Another one to consider is StickyHolster. Same concept, and "stickier" material on the outside, so they stay where you put them. You can find them online, or wait a bit- BPR's going to be stocking them soon.

Biased opinion, of course, but I found the Remora to be of better construction and material. Remora is also the original (the guys at StickyHolsters left Remora and used the inventor's concept, as well as his customer list, to start their own company).

[justaguy]

I have heard good things about Remora. It would be my choice if I was to look for another holster of the type.

I have a Mika pocket holster that I carried daily for years. The only complaint is customer service with Mika. Last I dealt/heard it SUCKED.

Remember what you paid for this information.

[old guy]

I have one and agree with every thing he said, I also use mine as a pocket holster in my winter coat./

John

[ree]

I have one that I use with my LCP and concur entirely with Strad. I opted not to get the reinforced mouth. I don't reholster so much as remove holster from pocket or waist, place gun in holster, and then place back in pocket or waistband. I hear that the reinforced mouth actually makes the holster a bit thicker at the top which ruins the low profile for pocket carry.

[Snowgun]

I have one of the remoras and the desantis superfly. I prefer the super fly due to more rigid construction and the optional anti print flap that comes with it. It also sticks better. It's my go to in the summer with shorts.

[yang]

It is virtually impossible to re-holster without taking the holster out of your pants, and repositioning the entire assembly. In practical application, this isn't an issue. If I ever had to use my gun for self defence, re-holstering would be pretty far down on my list of priorities. For some it's a bit higher up, and this holster wouldn't be for them. They do, however, have a Stiff Mouth option, which apparently allows for easy reholstering, but I didn't buy that model and can't comment on it.

I also owned this holster while I still had my Ruger P95. Its a great holster.

Now I have a question for you.. did you get the RTF one? RTF meaning, reinforced top? The RTF ones have some type of plastic material that is inside the holster that keeps the top from closing, therefore, making it east to holster.

Just curious which one you bought.

Link for review.
http://www.remoraholsters.com/Reinforce ... sters.html

Take a look at what you quoted of mine.....



Thanks for the link!

keke.. must've over read that. LOL.

[rukwikenuf]

i've got a Remora holster from when i carried my FNP-40. despite the size of the gun being a little too big for IWB, it was a pretty decent holster. if it were a tad longer, i'd try carrying my 1911 in it! i was pleased with the adjustablity of the Remora, the price-point is VERY attractive, and the fact that it fits similarily sized firearms. that means, i can stick a SIG P226 or Glock 19 or Ruger P95 or whatever, all in the holster i picked up for my FNP-40

[silverado]

Remora just came out with a tuckable holster. I hear they are great! Alan's customer service is top notch. Sticky Holsters don't hold a candle to Remora, I have tried both.

[Fluid Power]

I own two and like them very much. They are NOT the reinforced top and I don't have problems re-holstering. But, my pistols are narrow width and that makes a big difference (I think).
My 2 cents.

[Stradawhovious]

Update on the Rrmora holster.....

After carrying this thing daily for about 5 months, it seems to have lost some of it's grip. Not sure if it needs a good washing (kind of like the "Wacky Wall Walkers" of my childhood), or if it has just plain worn out, but now the holster rides around a little throughout the day requiring frequent adjustment, instead of staying put like it used to.

Although I still feel it was worth the $25, I might once again have to explore other options. I will post again if I find a fix to the issue.

[time passes]

Of couse.... I just read this on their website.... so I will give it a try and report back.

Q. How do I clean my Remora holster?
A. Cleaning the REMORA holster as a general maintenance is recommended so that the REMORA holster will maintain its tackiness.
Use a degreasing soap like dish washing soap, degreasing cleaner or rubbing alcohol. Clean and rinse holster well inside and out. Shake off as much water as possible. If mouth of holster will not remain open insert an object in the mouth of the holster to keep it open. (A toilet paper tube works well) Let holster stand and air dry until all moisture is gone from the holster. A hair dryer set on a low temperature will speed up the drying process.