Name: Gradient™ Minimalist IWB for Smith & Wesson
Brand: Black Arch Holsters
Price: 109.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Gradient™ Minimalist IWB for Smith & Wesson

$ 109.95

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1 Year Warranty

Made in the USA

Hassle Free 30 Day returns

Precision Molded for your Specific Firearm

Handedness

Right

Model

J-Frame Airweight Series

Shield 3.1"

Shield Plus 3.1"

Gradient™ Minimalist IWB Holster by Black Arch Holsters

Upgrade your concealed carry with the Gradient™ Minimalist IWB Holster--an ultra-slim, low-profile holster crafted for both comfort and concealment. Built using rugged 0.093” Boltaron, this holster offers durability without sacrificing flexibility, allowing for a secure, discreet and concealed carry that remains comfortable all day. With adjustable ride height and a multi-directional wedge, the Gradient™ Minimalist eliminates printing issues, ensuring a flawless blend with your daily attire. Engineered to support optics, threaded barrels, and suppressor-height sights, this holster accommodates both appendix and strong-side carry with ease. The built-in CheaterBar further enhances concealment by more aggressively tucking the grip of your firearm into your body, making this holster ideal for anyone looking for comfort, durability, and flexibility in their everyday carry setup

Key Features:

CheaterBar-Provides vertical and horizontal adjustability for optimal belt contact and maximum grip concealment.
Adjustable Retention System – Customize retention for a smooth, secure, and consistent draw every time.
Customizable Ride Height – adjust the holster’s position for maximum concealment, comfort, and ideal grip purchase.
Top Handgun Compatibility –Offered in the most popular handgun and light combinations on the market.
Durable Boltaron Construction – Made from 0.093” Boltaron for high durability and long-lasting performance.
Sweat Guard – Enhances comfort and protects without adding bulk.
Optic, Sight, and Barrel Support –Supports optics, suppressor-height sights (up to 0.5”), and threaded barrels.
Multi-Directional Wedge – Tucks the grip and beavertail firmly against your body, reducing printing for superior concealment..
Compatible with the Detachable Gradient Backer –Attach or detach for an adaptable carry experience.
DCC Clips Included – Industry-leading Discreet Carry Concepts clips for reliable, low-profile attachment.
Foam Wedge Compatibility – Designed to fit the Black Arch Concealment Foam Wedge (sold separately) for even more comfort and better concealment.
Versatile Carry Positions – Suited for appendix, strong side, off-body or any position in between for adaptable carry.

This Gradient™ Minimalist IWB Holster by Black Arch Holsters provides an ideal balance of comfort, security, and concealment for concealed carriers who prioritize both flexibility and reliable performance.

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Gradient Minimalist

The innovative Gradient Minimalist is transforming the concealed carry world. Engineered as a premier appendix holster. Featuring a built-in wedge and additional Cheater Bar, the Gradient effectively conceals even large firearms on various body types.

Features

Adjustable Ride Height

Added clip mounting holes for extra ride height options.

Threaded Barrel Compatible

All Black Arch Holsters are Threaded Barrel Compatible.

Suppressor Hight Site

All Black Arch Holsters are compatible with Suppressor height sites

comes standard with

the Cheater bar

The Cheater bar allows for vertical and depth adjustability that guarantees optimal contact with the wearer’s belt, providing leverage for maximum grip concealment.

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Lightbearing options available.

Compatible with many of the top concealed carry lights on the market.

DCC Mod 4 Clips

Comes standard with the top metal clips on the market!

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Optic Cut

All Gradient Holsters are optic compatible.

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Gradient Minimalist

The Gradient Holster series is the best in the world when it comes to a versatile holster. It can be easily attached or detached from a leather backer to accommodate any carry position or body type.

Gradient Minimalist, nice holster

I received the Gradient Minimalist holster about 2 weeks ago. I have to say, once I finally get it on, I love the way it feels, and shows hardly any printing. My only issue is, it takes 10 to 15 minutes to slip it on my belt. The clips are tight, I mean REALLY tight. Hopefully, with some practice, it’ll get easier.

Worth It

I only had the holster for a day before deciding to switch my ccw. That being said, it’s high quality, good retention - top tier stuff. Also, customer service was great.

Amazing quality holster. Since another big name high quality brand doesn't make holsters for the Hellcat Pro, gave the Gradient Minimalist a try as it's similar and i am not disappointed in the least! Retention is superb, absolutely 0 play thanks to the perfect molding, "cheater"/camming bar is great (if you want less camming, mount it below the shims like i did), and the spacing between the included DCC clips is perfect, it's where i naturally index my finger so on the draw it basically acts as bumper guides. The built in wedge pad is great and i did opt to get the firm wedge for it. Conceals great. Only improvement I'd suggest is adding knurling to the cheater bar edge so it doesn't slip as much down the pants with movement, as it's a smooth edge. I'll have to do some filing to rough it up just enough without tearing up clothes but still give it a little bite.

Purchased for my Glock 48 MOS with TLR7-sub. Quality holster and perfect after adjusting the claw and loosening up the grip it has on my gun. The built in wedge is awesome and really helps with comfort and concealment. I'm 6'0" 160lbs and this holster conceals my almost full size 48 better than my P365 hah. My only qualm is that it tends to hang up on the aft end of the light when re-holstering. I will definitely be purchasing another and recommending Black Arch holsters in the future. Recieved the holster 5 days after purchase

High quality holster, super fast shipping. I almost can forget Im carrying. I got one for the 43X w/ TLR7sub, though I carry a Shadow Systems CR920, and the fit is perfect. The back of the holster has a flat spot for one of their (not included) wedges, and I think that helps with comfort. One of the best holsters Ive ever had.

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