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Wheel Guns (Revolvers)

A revolver holster has to solve problems an auto pistol holster never faces, since a cylinder is wider than the slide on an automatic pistol and a snub nose carries nothing like a six-inch barrel. DeSantis GunHide has been building revolver holsters by hand since the 1970s, molding leather, Kydex, and nylon around the exact frame, cylinder, and barrel length of the gun rather than approximating it. Carriers running a J-frame in a pocket, a mid-frame on the belt for open carry, or a large-frame in the field will find a fit in this collection. Every holster is made in our New York shop, family-owned and operated since Gene DeSantis built his first holster at his kitchen table.

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Revolver Holster FAQs

Revolver Holster FAQs

What is the best leather holster for a J frame revolver?
For pocket carry, the Nemesis is the most popular option we make, and it fits the S&W J Frame in 2-inch and 2 ¼-inch barrel lengths. For belt carry, the Mini Scabbard is a minimalist leather holster that rides tight to the body, and the Cozy Partner is the IWB choice with a memory band that holds the mouth open for reholstering. All three fully cover the trigger guard.
Will a revolver holster fit different barrel lengths?
No. Cylinder width and barrel length both change the mold, so each holster is marked for specific frames and barrel lengths. Check the product description for your exact revolver before ordering, and contact us if you do not see your gun listed.
Do you make revolver holsters for appendix carry and open carry?
Yes. IWB models work for appendix carry and strong side carry depending on where you set the belt clip, and OWB scabbards handle open carry and range use. Cross draw options exist for anyone who sits or drives with a firearm on the belt.
Are these holsters available in right-hand and left-hand?
Most DeSantis revolver holsters come in right-hand and left-hand versions, and the Nemesis is an ambidextrous holster that works on either side. Draw orientation is listed on each product page, or check our FAQ page for more.
Can I carry a revolver with a red dot?
Some optic-ready revolvers will fit models cut for a red dot, though availability varies by frame. Check the product page for optic clearance, or reach out with your specific setup and we will tell you what works.