Many of you remember my review on the Flashbang Holster from Looper Law Enforcement. If you haven't read it, you can here.
I recently got to tour the workshop where the Flashbang and her new sisters are constructed. I tell you what, the Looper family has something to be proud of and after three generations of hard work, they sure do know what they are doing.
As much as I love the Flashbang, there are sometimes when it is simply not the solution but the Looper family have come up with the answer to those problems too. Over the next few days, I hope to share each of these sweet ladies with you.
Today, as I was wearing a dress, I spent the day with Marilyn. Marilyn is a bra holster, like her big sister, the Flashbang; however, Marilyn rides in the side of the bra instead of the front, similar to a shoulder holster. It works for situation when a woman is wearing a sports bra or a dress. Drawing is by reaching into the neckline of the cover garment.
The Marilyn is a Kydex clamshell like the Flashbang, it has a leather retention strap with a safety snap, and a clip to keep it from slipping down into the bra cup. The Marilyn is made to fit to over 20 models and growing all of the time.
You have to find the adjustment of the Marilyn to where it can be concealed, yet easily drawn, but once you do, this holster is an asset to any wardrobe. It conceals completely as you can see in the pictures.
The draw of the Marilyn is fast and easy. I am not as fast with the Marilyn as I am with the Flashbang, but with some practice, I am sure that I will be. It is a simple pull right out of the Kydex clamshell, just like the Flashbang.
The Marilyn is super comfortable. Once it is situated and concealed, you hardly notice it's there. It doesn't slip or move and makes it possible to wear even more styles of clothing and completely conceal a firearm.
The price is super affordable. At around $40 plus shipping, this great little holster fits most any budget. You can order yours at many places including Looper Brand and Bang Bang Boutique.
Several people (mostly men) have asked about safety while holstering and drawing, flagging and more...so I really want to address that. When holstering and drawing, at no point am I flagging myself. I am completely safe at all times and my muzzle direction is at no time what I would consider unsafe. The holster has a full trigger guard, giving me 100% peace of mind that my firearm is safe from UD at all times in the Marilyn holster. The muzzle is pointed at the ground and the trigger is completely covered.
Would I recommend this holster for other women? Absolutely. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask them here or on my Facebook page. And don't forget to look for reviews for two more Looper brand products in the week to come.
Out of the Flashbang and the Marilyn, which one would you recommend if I only wanted to buy 1 holster?
ReplyDeleteIf I could only get one, it would be the Marilyn.
ReplyDeleteDo you find the Kydex pinches your skin if you are active, like walking, or if in a sports bra, running?
ReplyDeleteI have never had a problem with the Marilyn pinching. After wearing it faithfully for some time now, I even find it more secure and more comfortable than the Flashbang.
ReplyDeleteDo either (or both) the Flashbang or the Marilyn conceal completely with any size bust?
ReplyDeleteIs the Marilyn designed strong arm or weak arm carry?
ReplyDeleteAlso, I'm very modestly busted after breast reconstruction following breast cancer. I'm at best a full B cup. Do you think that would be good enough to conceal with this holster?
I wear primarily dresses, so most other holsters are unsuitable. Thanks for the honest critique. :-)
Anon & Erika,
ReplyDeleteThe Flashbang and Marilyn both work best with B-cup or larger. In a recent holster cliinc, I demonstrated the Deep Conceal holster as an under the shirt option for smaller busted women. Looper does have many holster options for women, though, if you don't require the kind of concealment that Erika is discussing. Erika, I think with a full B cup, that Marilyn would be your girl. I faithfully take her with me wherever I go and love her to pieces. I am excited to try out the Annie O and the new belts offered by Looper.
Marilyn is worn on the weak side, for quick draw by the strong arm. To explain, I am right handed, so I wear Marilyn in the outside of my left bra cup so that I can reach inside the neck of my shirt, draw and bang. I have some video somewhere, I will try to post it this evening.
Thanks for asking questions. Let me know if you have any more and thanks for hanging out with me!
Lady
I am petite and a d cup. I am planning on purchasing a Springfield xds. Do u think that would conceal well? It's a small pistol but its definitely bigger than a .380!
ReplyDeleteI can promise you this, you can conceal anything, just not in your bra. I can perfectly conceal my husband's full size 1911, but not in my bra. If you want to carry the XDs, you can, you will just have to make adjustments to fit your style and choice of firearm.
ReplyDeleteI have not had the pleasure yet of getting my sweet fingers on an XDs yet, so I am not sure how well it would conceal. I would reccomend asking Lisa at Looper Law Enforcement (the creator of the Flashbang) she would be thrilled to help you!
I would also LOVE to hear back from ou about what you decide.
I have a Sig P290 I want to carry while I jog would you recommend the Marilyn or the Flash bang holster for "Sports Bra"
ReplyDeleteMarilyn was made with sports bras in mind and would definately be my choice.
ReplyDeleteTexas Lady, did you have problems with the clip sticking up? Today was the first day I wore the Marilyn, as I'm reviewing some holsters for a womens holster/gun clinic I'm having in a couple weeks and I'm not satisfied with the way the clip pokes out. I actually ended up taking the clip off and wore it all day with no issues, I actually liked it a lot better than the flashbang. . .
ReplyDeleteI have not had any issues with the Marilyn at all. It is my current fave!!!
ReplyDeletewhat size is your gun? i have a glock 19 and i would love to get this holster but it looks like my gun would be too big to fit it.
ReplyDeleteShe doesn't currently have one to fit a Glock 19 as far as I know, and I doubt you want a firearm that size in your bra. If you go to flashbangholsters.com you can find a full list.
ReplyDeleteI carry a S&W .38sp, would a J-frame revolver be too bulky for this type of carry?
ReplyDeleteI am built very small and am not able to effectively conceal using a holster like the Marilyn (or other upper-body style holsters).
ReplyDeleteI have a Colt DS NP .32 2" and want to carry OWB, (so I can wear my blouse over it). I have only been able to find one mfg (Kramer) that makes a "low-rider" owb holster - which keeps the butt of the gun off my rib cage. I'm not sure why more mfgs don't focus a little more on providing this type of holster for ladies like me - but if you have any suggestions, I would appreciate your input.
Looper also makes a few amazing OWB holsters, me and my Cowboy both love "Sophia" which is very comfy http://www.looperlawenforcement.com/sophia-holster.html and the "Annie O" which I haven't tried yet http://www.looperlawenforcement.com/annie-o-holster.html. Then there's "Betty" another one of my favorite ladies but she's made for IWB http://www.looperlawenforcement.com/betty-holster.html
DeleteIf you order, please be sure to let them know you found them here.
I am thinking about ordering a Marilyn Holster (I have a flashbang, and love it, but want another option). I am right handed, so should I select right or left draw? I am just wondering as it's a cross-draw type holster. Is right-draw right handed, or drawn on the right? I am fairly new to holsters.
ReplyDeleteRight draw is right handed, even though it is on your left side.
DeleteWho manufactures this holster?
ReplyDeleteLike the above poster, my wife carries a S&W J frame revolver, but it wasn't listed as an available model. I was hoping I could send a mold and have a holster custom made, but I need contact info first.
Looper Law Enfoecement www.looperlawenforcement.com/ 2124 S I-35 Service Rd Oklahoma City, OK 73129 (405) 677-1655
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