Product Description
MTR Custom Adversary Clip-On IWB Holster With a Bodyshield
The MTR Custom Adversary is a clip-on inside the waistband (IWB) holster with a reinforced body shield. The idea for the Adversary surfaced when MTR decided to produce a clip-on IWB with all the customer requested features that MTR liked but minus the things they didn’t. The result is the Adversary holster and it's one of our top sellers.
Produced from Grade-A 6 to 7 ounce premium bull hide in the USA, the Adversary is designed to worn on the strongside in the 3 O’clock position, just behind the hip, or with appendix carry. The holster attaches to the belt using a black powder coated metal clip that will fit any belt up to 1 ¾” wide.
Made with a 0 cant (riding straight up and down), the Adversary also features a reinforced body shield. Many competitors use an un-reinforced body shield, but Matt from MTR prefers the reinforced model as it won’t collapse over time. The body shield is a favorite for many who carry a handgun under a base layer or up against bare skin.
The Adversary rides deep in the waistband for excellent concealment, while still allowing for a full firing grip during the draw. While the Adversary doesn't come specifically with a reinforced holster mouth, the rigidity of the the bullhide does a good job of keeping the holster mouth open, allowing for easier reholstering.
The Adversary is a great choice if you’re looking for a comfortable IWB that can be worn all day.
Common FAQS
Here are some commonly asked questions that we see regarding the Adversary holster:
I see this holster is advertised as having a bodyshield, but I'm not quite sure that that means?
The bodyshield is basically a piece of leather that is built into the holster that rides up between the edge of the holster and the wearer. It's really designed to protect the wearer from the sharp edges of the handgun or revolver.
I also that this holster has an optional thumb break, but I'm confused as to what a "thumb break" is? Can you please explain? Also, do I need one of these "thumb breaks" to keep the weapon in the holster?
A thumb break (also commonly called a retention strap, safety strap, or thumb strap) is a strip of leather that is built into the holster, and designed to help retain the handgun or revolver in the holster. The thumb break fits over the pistol/revolver and is engaged or disengaged using a one directional safety snap. A picture would help so here's one showing the Adversary with a thumb break:
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| MTR Custom Adversary with added Thumb Break - Front | MTR Custom Adversary with added Thumb Break - Rear |
Is this holster made for a handgun with a light mounted on it?
MTR Custom offers this holster in configurations to fit many handguns with most mainstream weapon lights attached. By mainstream, we mean mainstream or popular brands of pistol lights such as Surefire, Olight, Streamlight, etc. MTR can fit most all the light models offered by these three brands, along with a few other less known brands.
Is this holster made for a pistol with a laser attached?
MTR offers this holster in versions to fit most all the mainstream laser brands like Armalaser, Crimson Trace, Laserlyte, LaserMax, and Viridian. To add a laser to your holster, during the ordering process you'll need to choose the specific laser model from the "Lights & Lasers" dropdown menu. Your holster will then be manufactured to fit the handgun and laser selected on the order.
I have a red dot sight on my pistol, can this holster accept a red dot?
As this holster model is semi-customizable, you can order it in a configuration to fit a red dot or RMR. To do that, you will need to choose the "ADD RMR/Red Dot Cutaway" option during the ordering process. MTR Custom will then craft a slot into the holster to accommodate the red dot or RMR when the pistol is holstered.
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Top Quality
This MTR Custom IWB holster with a bodygard was made quickly for my Ruger LCRX -3 quickly. The craftsmanship is great!
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MTR IWB Holster for Kahr P9
This holster is very well made and fits the Kahr P9 like a glove. I would definitely recommend the holster and GunnersAlley.
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Sturdy! And reasonably priced.
This review is for a Makarov holster With bodyshield. It's great! The holster is well moulded and grips my weapon tightly, but not SO tightly that I have to fight the holster for possession! It's also fairly lightweight considering its' strength and the bodyshield which adds a bit of extra weight, tho' not much. However, the bodyshield is worth its' weight in gold. I'll not buy any more holsters without one! I sweat in the hot, humid weather here, so it's nice to have a bit of added material between my sweaty body and my firearm. I would definitely recommend this holster as well as Gunner's Alley for great products as well as good, quick service.
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Superior Holster!
Received this holster today. The leather is excellent. The fit is custom tailored to my gun. The detailing is superior quality in all regards. I highly recommend this holster for comfortably carrying concealed. You will not be disappointed.
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Nice Fitting Holster For Conceal Curry
The Holster Fits Snug To Your Side To Conceal Your Weapon. The Only Problem With The Holster Is The Break In Of Leather. The Holster Is Hard To Remove From Holster Once Inserted. Other Than That ,The Holster Is Nice.
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Nice holster for Kahr CM9
I wanted a straight drop IWB holster with a sweat guard for appendix carrying my Kahr CM9, and this holster was just the ticket. It's well made, and comfortable, and fits my CM9 perfectly. The clip makes for easy on and off, and it retains the holster well. Dunno what else to say other than it's a good holster at a good price and does exactly what I wanted it to do.
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Much better than expected.
I was nervous at first of the severe stiffness of the holster. But, after PUTTING my Kimber 380 Carry into the the plastic bag that the holster came in and forcing the gun into it and leaving it sit for about 5-6 hours, there was a definite difference... for the better. Still stiff, but better. Then,after working the gun in and out of the holster several dozen times... success! Almost like silk on satin. Firm but smoothie.Couldn't be happier.
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Good IWB holster for Ruger LCRx 3"
This is a nice solution for carrying LCRx 3" barrel. I give it 4 stars instead of 5 because the crown is not fully covered by the holster. Overall, after a brief break-in period, draws well and makes carrying the larger LCR very comfortable and accessible.
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High Quality, Perfect Fit
This is an extremely nice holster. The fit could not possibly be any better. As others have mentioned, the leather is quite hard when you first receive it and will require some "break-in" time.
