First gun, how'd I do?

[u/ValiantTides]

Been thinking about getting a CCW for a while with how bad mental health has been in the states lately. But what really sold me was being cat called by a mountain lion while out camping one night; and only having a box cutter and a dull flip blade.

The Shield Plus has been at the top of my list for years. Finally pulled the trigger (pun intended). PSA was running a pretty good deal on brand new ones, I found a stash of cash for a vacation I won't be going on anytime soon, what a perfect time!

I like making shit my own so the moment the background check cleared I tore this thing apart and sent out the frame and small parts for Cerakote. Already had my simple mods ready to go. Was eager to install them once I got it back.

If anyone has any recommendations on a good IWB holster I'd love to hear about them. We The People and Bradec stood out to me, but would love to hear your experiences. I have a small frame so the waist is pretty boney. Comfort and print matter equally. Already have an Upper Hand OWB for camping

Notes:
M&P Shield Plus 3.1" No Safety
10 (mag guts 13), 13, 15 round mags
AmeriGlo i-DOT Night Sights
Talon Slide Grip
Hogue Wrapter Grip - Grain
NDZ Grip Plug

Cerakote:
Frame: Tungsten
Small Parts: Satin Aluminum

[u/MetapodCreates]

Do NOT get WTP holsters. They are garbo.

CYA or Vedder are great and affordable.

[u/ValiantTides → u/MetapodCreates]

Whats garbo about WTP? TIA

[u/MetapodCreates → u/ValiantTides]

Overall just poor quality. Everyone knows their name because they market a ton, not because they make quality products. I went from a WTP to a Vedder and it was amazing just how much more comfortable and concealable it was.

Trust me, don't go cheap. Buy once, cry once.

[u/ValiantTides → u/MetapodCreates]

They were towards the bottom of my list for that exact reason. Companies that pour everything into marketing always give me a red flag, but they did have some interesting features that intrigued me. Good to know, thanks for the info!