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That's the problem with holsters...especially holsters designed for concealment like IWB and shoulder rigs: Everybody is built a little different. So, unfortunately, the holster search ends up trial and error.

I know there are Websites that have applications that allow women to enter their measurements and preferences, then presents the "perfect" jeans style and size. Dunno how effective it is, but wouldn't it be great if someone were to do that for concealed carry?

My C-TAC is for a compact 1911. The first time I put it on, it was comfortable enough. I did a little bit of Dremel work to smooth the edges, and it's good to go for a 12-hour day with no real discomfort. I carry it almost exactly three o'clock with the maximum FBI cant the stock holster allows (which is a tiny bit less than I'd like).

As a rule, for IWB holsters, Kydex is fast, stable, needs its own retention characteristic, is relatively inexpensive, and is relatively uncomfortable. Leather is slower, flexible, gains retention from belt tension, is relatively expensive (for the good stuff), and is the most comfortable.