Fobus Evolution Holster - S&W M&P 9mm, .40, .45 (compact & full size)

by Fobus

Product Features

• Fobus Evolution Holster S&W M&P 9mm, .40, .45 (compact & full size)
• Lightweight 2oz., Low Profile Paddle Holster Right Handed. Rubberized paddle
• One piece holster body construction
• Steel reinforced rivet attachment system
• Protective sight channel

Product Description

The Fobus E2 series features a one-piece holster body construction. The Evolution, is lightweight and includes steel reinforced rivet attachment and a protective sight channel. The paddle also includes a rubberized insert to provide both comfort and stability.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11 x 7.2 x 3 inches ; 4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001DCD6JG
• Item model number: SWMP
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,104 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #25 in Sports & Outdoors > Hunting & Fishing > Hunting > Gun Holsters, Cases & Bags > Gun Holsters

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great fit for a compact, May 20, 2011

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Bryan Head - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fobus Evolution Holster - S&W M&P 9mm, .40, .45 (compact & full size) (Sports)

I purchased this for my S&W M&P 40c. It's my first gun, and this is the first holster I've purchased. I was a little worried about the paddle style (compared to one that attaches directly to a belt), as it seemed like it wouldn't stay in place securely, but my fears were groundless. You can't see it in the product picture, but there is a huge angled ridge on the side of the paddle between the paddle and the holster itself which catches underneath your belt. Once you slip this on, as long as you make sure that ridge catches on, you can yank upwards on this holster and you'll just give yourself a wedgie, it won't come out. On the other hand, when you do need to remove it, if you twist the holster forward before pulling up, it slides out smoothly. It stays when you want it and comes out when you want it, brilliant design. Also, there is a rubber coating on the side of the paddle that faces your body, if you put that against bare skin it sticks like glue and won't shift around (the soft rubber isn't uncomfortable against your skin either).

The holster is low-profile. I bought this for concealed carry, and just with a standard flannel shirt my gun is practically undetectable. The part that holds the gun is held tight against the outside of your pants, and the plastic shell isn't very thick, so the holster adds maybe a half inch of thickness to the gun itself. The way the holster sits, your trigger guard is at the bottom of your belt line, so you don't need a particularly long shirt or coat to fully cover the pistol.

Retention is pretty good considering that it's all passive. The screw helps you get it how you want. Right out of the package, the fit was a bit loose, if I turned the holster upside-down and shook it hard the pistol fell out. I tightened the screw through a half-turn, and the pistol wouldn't come out unless I shook it violently, but it was also too tough to draw. I found a 2/3 turn was the right balance between ease of draw and retention. If you buy this holster take a little time to experiment, but it's pretty easy. I also found that even when I set the screw a bit tighter, if I push down with my thumb on the top of the holster as I pull the gun will pop right out, it doesn't take much practice.

Finally, I was a bit worried about how a compact pistol would fit. I tried the Blackhawk Serpa holster designed for the M&P, and my pistol only filled the holster halfway and stuck far out the top. It looked silly and felt awkward. I was worried that another holster that could hold the full-sized pistol would be too big. Actually, this holster is perfect, the barrel ends right at the end of the holster. A full-size pistol would also fit just fine (the front of the barrel/slide just sticks out the bottom a bit as this holster is open-ended) but it seems especially suited for the compact size.

Finally, I purchased the Trijicon night sights for my pistol. I was worried that a larger, chunkier sight than the stock sight might not fit in the sight channel, but they make the channel extra large to allow for a bigger front sight, so it was no problem. I think for the price especially this holster is a great buy.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great holster!!, May 20, 2010

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Devildog1985 (Boston MA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Fobus Evolution Holster - S&W M&P 9mm, .40, .45 (compact & full size) (Sports)

The best holster i have bought for the money in a long time. Holds my M&P snug no movement at all,had it shipped standard and got it in three days. will be buying another one from this vendor for one of my other pistols!!!!!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the money, fast shipping, October 13, 2010

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Jeffrey Gardner (Bloomfield Hills) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fobus Evolution Holster - S&W M&P 9mm, .40, .45 (compact & full size) (Sports)

Really solid OWB holster. The paddle/clip setup makes it really secure with a good belt. I'm very skinny and the holster still makes it very easy for me to present my weapon. It's also very comfortable in my opinion and it's a great hostler for the winter because it won't make you sweat very much. It's concealable in cooler weather with a jacket, hoodie, or a longer shirt. The full-size M&P is pretty hard to conceal but this hoslter does a pretty good job.