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SOB for 3" XD

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Anyone know of any "small of the back" holsters for a 3" XD?

I currently have a Milt Sparks IWB that runs at 4 o clock, and an OWB Galco Silhoutte that runs at 3-4 o clock when worn (rarely - its bulky).

I would love to just pull a sweater over a SOB holster during the winter months.

Thanks for the heads up

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hey gigago4, how do you like your 3" xd? been thinking of one myself. My $.02- stick with the milt sparks or try another brand/style of holster but stay away from small of back type holsters.

ps- you wouldnt happen to have any pics of the xd/milt sparks?

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A lot of people don't like the SOB style holsters because some claim that falling on your back could cause injury to the spine. I've never heard of this actually happening. I think you're more likely to get writers cramp making out checks for bills each month.
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HighVelocity wrote:A lot of people don't like the SOB style holsters because some claim that falling on your back could cause injury to the spine. I've never heard of this actually happening. I think you're more likely to get writers cramp making out checks for bills each month.
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I tend to agree with you. I think Clint at TR has written about this, and while I see his point, I still want one and I am aware of the risks. Having it with me is better than not having it all right? :lol: Thanks for the replies so far though!

So - back to my original question - anyone know of a good SOB holster for the XD?
graysoncountyffl wrote:hey gigago4, how do you like your 3" xd? been thinking of one myself.
It is great! If you are in the College Station area you are welcome to come shoot it sometime.

I actually got it in a trade with the previous poster, HighVelocity. I've never had a jam with it, and it shoots CorBon and Speer Gold Dot +P ammo great.

The pearce grip pinky rests are very nice add on, and make the grip much more comfortable, but on my they poke out a bit when just covering with a tshirt, so I run just a flush mag when im wearing fewer clothes.

I would recommend them to anyone looking for a compact, light carry gun.

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orc4hire wrote:
HighVelocity wrote:A lot of people don't like the SOB style holsters because some claim that falling on your back could cause injury to the spine. I've never heard of this actually happening. I think you're more likely to get writers cramp making out checks for bills each month.
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Falling on your back while wearing a SOB holster may be a small risk, but being very uncomfortable while sitting (driving, for example) is a near certainty. Especially with a chunky pistol like the XD.
Again - input appreciated, and recognized. I would ask of future posters that we stick to recommendations of a SOB holster for my XD.

I can join in and list tons of reason why I could possibly not want one, but I've never really worked with one, and my curiousity is peaked.

Thanks again guys,

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It is great! If you are in the College Station area you are welcome to come shoot it sometime.
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Lumberjack98 wrote:Try reading this post:

http://hs2000talk.com/viewtopic.php?p=1 ... ab9e144f5c

There some good info in there.

Also:

http://www.gunnersalley.com/product/OSFIST41XD
Thank you!!!

I am leaning towards these two - both from brigade leather:

M9 SOB
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And also an M-35
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http://www.brigadegunleather.com/holste ... /ankle.jpg[/url]


Anyone have anything to say about Brigade holsters?

thanks as always,

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