OK folks, I've been shopping around and looking at some different holsters, and have more or less narrowed it down to 2, and I want some feedback. This holster will be for my 3" S&W Model 65.
In the RED corner- a CME Papalote.
In the BLUE corner- a Lobo Gun Leather Model 1 Pancake.
Both look to be quality pieces, well made, and in a reasonable price range, and I see pros and cons to each one.
CME Pros:
Quick turnaround (4 Weeks or less)
Free Shipping
Easy to Order online
Overall cheaper price
ETA: eBay seller 100% positive feedback with 2000+ sales
CME Cons:
Questionable return policy and no warranty (see here)
Few design options
Very few online reviews (outside eBay).
Lobo Pros:
Well known and respected maker
Plenty of options to customize, by adding hammer shields/cross draw loops/thumb breaks/etc.
Return policy is clear, appears more flexible, and has 1 year warranty (see here)
Refuses to accept Gov orders from states with newly added gun control laws
Lobo Cons:
Slower turn around (mail payment, email ordering, etc), 7-8 week lead time.
Price starts climbing after an add on or two (If I go this route, I'll get the hammer shield and the cross draw beltloop cut) and shipping ($4.50).
Any suggestions you guys have between these two would be great. I don't think I can lose with either one, but maybe you guys can point out something I'm missing, or have experience with either of these holsters.
In the RED corner- a CME Papalote.
In the BLUE corner- a Lobo Gun Leather Model 1 Pancake.
Both look to be quality pieces, well made, and in a reasonable price range, and I see pros and cons to each one.
CME Pros:
Quick turnaround (4 Weeks or less)
Free Shipping
Easy to Order online
Overall cheaper price
ETA: eBay seller 100% positive feedback with 2000+ sales
CME Cons:
Questionable return policy and no warranty (see here)
Few design options
Very few online reviews (outside eBay).
Lobo Pros:
Well known and respected maker
Plenty of options to customize, by adding hammer shields/cross draw loops/thumb breaks/etc.
Return policy is clear, appears more flexible, and has 1 year warranty (see here)
Refuses to accept Gov orders from states with newly added gun control laws
Lobo Cons:
Slower turn around (mail payment, email ordering, etc), 7-8 week lead time.
Price starts climbing after an add on or two (If I go this route, I'll get the hammer shield and the cross draw beltloop cut) and shipping ($4.50).
Any suggestions you guys have between these two would be great. I don't think I can lose with either one, but maybe you guys can point out something I'm missing, or have experience with either of these holsters.