Index Finger Release Paddle Holster for M&P 9MM Full Size 4.25'' barrel

Update 8/20/2019 - been using this holster for some months now and I'm still liking it - still recommend it. The retention lever works even if you're tugging before you hit the lever - the holster will release when you push the lever. The only thing to remember about canting the pistol is that you must be able to press the lever to release the pistol - think about that if you like to carry strong-side over your rear pocket - clearing your shirt/coat and pulling the pistol one-handed can be a challenge. The fit is nice and smooth - no rattles. The holster stays where I put it, yet a quick inside backwards up twist removes it.The fit is snug and zero rattles - I assume it will wear in a bit over time. The insertion and release are smooth - so no problems drawing even though the fit is snug. I set mine for a forward cant - the adjustment has a detent for the appropriate angle and I used Loctite Blue on the screws so they don't work loose. The paddle is large and the holster holds the pistol close to the body - good. Longevity depends on how well the paddle material holds up - I don't think this would survive someone trying to rip it off your belt but I could be wrong. I would suggest caution when first trying to holster/reholster blind as the mouth of the holster is narrow and it take some practice to feel the opening one-handed.I'll update this review after a while if anything negative crops up, but right now it is the best paddle holster for the $. I'm comparing it to Fobus and Bulldog, which are lower priced kydex paddle holsters.

Just got this and haven’t used it in the field much, but for such a low price I am impressed with this holster so far. Fits smith and Wesson m&p 9 m2.0 5” barrel. Paddle release is smooth and easy and locks gun in well.

At first I was a little worried about the fit of the gun in the holster; there seemed to be quite a bit of friction putting the gun into the holster. But that concern quickly went away. Draw was smooth and easy. The lock button is in the perfect position. There should be no worries about the trigger finger slipping accidentally into the trigger guard. When the draw is completed, the trigger finger winds up nicely on the frame of the gun. The holster adjusts easily to the size of the belt being used and the snap system is clever and works well. I can highly recommend this holster. It's probably the nicest OWB holster I've had in a long time.

Slid my Smith & Wesson M&P .45 right in, "click." I didn't buy it for this gun. I seen where a guy said it fit his M&P 2.0 Performance Center 10mm. His doesn't have the extended 5.6" barrel. It doesn't fit. My .45 has a Fobus holster, so this one gets a trip to the Holster Box. It's good for the price, thinly made. Compared to my Blackhawk, Fobus, Galco, it's just a holster, if you can't afford the name brands.

Perfect fir to S&W MP

Fits the pew, pew like a glove, locks in place but releases easily. The only drawback for me is this is for a relatively large pew, pew and I am small and the holster allows it to set a little off body. Average size people will not have much of an issue.

I got this for my M&P 40 full size and it fits great, both on the gun and on my person. I have worn the holster for months without any issue. The reason for my 1 star review is that the holster allows the mag release to be accessed while the gun is holstered. I had a day of heavy use with many movements and somehow my mag came out somewhere along the way turning my gun into a paperweight (they won't shoot without a magazine in the gun). This is a design flaw that could get someone killed in a real-life scenario.

The holster is lightweight and firm, with a locking mechanism that places the index finger next to the trigger when drawing, so releasing the catch feels natural and smooth. The rear clip is quite easy to snap over a belt, so you don't need to take a belt partially off to put on or remove the holster. There are also additional pivot points to allow for customized canting of the firearm, which is quite a nice touch. Between the adjustable belt lock on the back and the canting, the holster is quite able to be mounted on a backpack or into an existing chest rig for increased security. Overall, I am quite pleased with the product, and would definitely recommend for everyday carry.