Options, options, options!  That’s what I had when I went in search of a new home for my everyday carry (EDC).  Sig Sauer P320 Full-Size holsters are plentiful if your preferences lean full kydex.  The choices narrow a bit when a concealed carrier is looking for a hybrid holster that is not leather yet has the wide support of the leather backed carry accessory.  After talking to some buddies, I made the purchase of a Stealth Gear Ventcore holster for Sig Sauer P320 Full size.  What did I just spend $107 (including shipping) on?  

Construction-

The Stealth Gear Ventcore holster boasts a unique construction with support between the layers of fabric.  This allows the holster to breath in high heat situations, yet protect the slide and finish of your gun from the sweat.  (Please note the wear on the firearm pictured is from extensive use, not the holster.) The pattern is very similar to some leather backed hybrids, protecting the slide and tang completely from the love handles of a body. Supported by two 1.5” wide injection molded clips and a dual-layered Battle Ax Gun Leathers 1.5” belt, the holster was secure on my side for the three weeks I wore it.   The .093 Kydex which provided the shape was molded cleanly, with no defects in finishing. Molded in was suppressor height sights. It was cut to accept an RMR, should I choose to go that route in the future.

Carry conditions-  

I put the holster through some rigorous testing.  It was worn for three weeks, and the first week I considered break-in.  The only aspect that was assessed was an initial comfort and wear on the metal parts.  The holster position was 3 O’clock at the least cant possible. I performed 100 dryfire holster/ reholster drills to help break in.   Week 2 was more rigorous. It was worn at 4 O’clock keeping with the least cant possible. The regimen included 200 rounds of live fire and 100 more rounds of dryfire.  I drove 800 miles that week with it on in a 2000 Toyota Avalon along with a honey-do project around the house that required excessive bending over and body manipulations.  Week 3 saw a carry position of 4:30, 100 more rounds of dryfire, and a brake job on my truck. Time was spent working in my shop and driving 200 miles in a Silverado.

Overall assessment-

In terms of build quality, the Stealth Gear Ventcore is very well done.  Stitching is neat, kydex is finished, and quality control is on point. Comfort is user subjective, but in my experience with this holster, it is best worn at 4-5 O’clock.  My personal taste is 3-3:30 with a near vertical draw. The best I could adjust the holster to was about a 7* cant, still being a bit much for my tastes. Please note, that the holster is still effective at

While wearing the holster for daily dad and husband duties, I found no faults.  It held its position well, did not move on my belt, nor was it obnoxiously hot. Knowing the strengths of the Stealth Gear Ventcore holster and having the opportunity to do some quality walking gave me the impression that this is my holster for fishing or being a tourist on those hot summer days with visiting family.  For those who like the 4-5 O’clock carry, this holster is for you. For those who prefer the more vertical carry, Stealth Gear has options for you as well.

Liberty Report Score Card:

Comfort- 5/5

Versatility- 4/5

Quality- 5/5

Value- 3.5/5

Performing as advertised 4.5/5

Overall  22/25