Looking for recommendations on IWB holsters for a Springfield XDS

[L8A]

What's your budget and how do you plan on carrying? Strong side, behind the hip? Appendix?

Thanks Alex. I don't really have a budget and I will carry behind my right hip. Something comfortable and well made is my main concern.

 

[NCost]

make sure to carry in a position that is easily accessible and natural. If you have to work to get at it you've wasted to much time and might be on the wrong end of the situation.

 

[mwlabel]

What's your budget and how do you plan on carrying? Strong side, behind the hip? Appendix?

Thanks Alex. I don't really have a budget and I will carry behind my right hip. Something comfortable and well made is my main concern.

For behind the hip, I've found that leather is most comfortable.

Some people who make good leather: 5 Shot Leather, Kramer, Milt Sparks, and more. I strongly dislike the leather-backed "hybrid" kydex options. The leather begins to fold over the kydex attachment after time and use.

Personally, I would ask them if their IWB designs work well on sub-compact guns. If they don't, or don't know, I would wait a couple weeks and place an order for a holster designed for the new XDS with the 4 inch barrel (debuted at SHOT). The extra barrel length should keep your holster and gun very steady and reduce printing.

 

[L8A]

I appreciate everyone's input and thoughts. I don't know how many different holsters I looked at but in the end I went with an ETW Mr Jones. It was exactly what I was looking for and am familiar with the quality of their products AND they are local. (I have an OWB from them for my Glock). For those not familiar here is a link. Thanks again.

http://heavydutyleathercostore.com/springfield_xds/springfield_xds_mr_jones_lined_iwb_leather_holster_black/