@Karl Beining may have some leather incoming, may want to check with him. The VM2 is my favorite holster from Milt Sparks.

 

There's a rumor that a dumptruck load (slight exaggeration) of Sparks will head this way next week or so

 

Both are awesome 👍👍I run em both cant go wrong with either one

 

My experience as well.

 

How would one get in on said dumptruck of holsters. Is there a commander variety in the load?

 

Probably 15 or 20 hahah, 'follow' me here, they will get posted in the classifieds when they land

 

Is there a means to secure one in advance?

 

I see you are 'too new' for the classifieds, send me an email and let me know what you need

Thanks
KGB

 

Done! Thank you.

 

I have the TT Gunleather Reinforced Mike's Special that I use every day with my Staccato C2 and one for my CZ P01 Omega. They are great holsters. I also have (2) Milt Sparks Criterion holsters for my 10mm 1911 and my Valor VBOB. They too are absolutely the top of the line IMO. I don't think you can go wrong with either. TT has a quicker turn around time if that is a deal maker or breaker.

 

I have owned and worn both. I prefer the TT as the wings cut is a bit different that seems to mold to my hips better... if that makes sense?

For reference I'm 5'10" and 32 waist with boney hips... bigger guys may have a different experience.

I love the reinforced Mikes Special... have 3. With a red dot cut them sit even higher on the waist. For what it's worth IMO the TT is better built, quicker turn-around time and cheaper. You also have more trim options as well. Duely noted though the VMII is the original design in which all clones came from. Really can't go wrong with either choice though.



Current warm weather rig from TT...

 

Seeing as I have 8 or 10 TT's on hand and have owned around 15, my vote goes to ...

 

I have several IWB Slim XC holsters from TTGunleather. You will be happy with any choice you make.

 

I have both a VM2 for my P320 and TT Slim Xcs for, well, everything else. I like the TT better because it is basically a VM2 but with most of the molding to the outside, so it is more comfortable to me.

 

I wore a VMII every day for off-duty carry for probably 15 or so years, until the top edge began to fray slightly. Wait times by then were longer than I cared for, so I ordered both a TT Mike's Special, and a Ryan Grizzle Town and Country 2. I found both of these holsters to be as well-crafted and comfortable as the Sparks, and delivery for both (this was seven years ago) was about 3 months, doubtless longer now. Whichever of these you choose, I expect you'll be extremely satisfied.

 

I’ll be watching
Hope I’m fast enough

 

My lovely bride bought me a VM2 years ago for full size 1911. It is a great holster, and probably one of the most comfortable. A good friend introduced me to TT Gunleather, and they have become my go to leather IWB. I have three Reinforced IWB holsters for a 4 inch 1911 and two Glocks, and a KX Lightweight IWB holster that I carry my Staccato C2 in often. The Reinforced IWB holster for my 4 inch 1911 has the perfect angle and height when riding IWB for me. Plus, the wait time is much less.

 

The only Sparks holster I own is the SS2. Great quality holster that looks like it’ll last a long time. My only complaint is that its 1.5” width belt loops are too tight for my thicker belts, and I had to buy their 1.75” belt loop snaps as replacements. Even then, their pull-the-dot snaps have been finicky for me. I don’t have the VM2 so can’t compare.

I do have two of TTGunleather’s Mike Special holsters and love them both. I’ve had no trouble with their pull-the-dot snap loops, either. The quality is excellent, just like my Sparks’ SS2 holster, but the design of the Uncle Mike (which I understand is similar to the VM2 design) makes it much more comfortable for me than the SS2. I’m guessing the VM2 design would be more comfortable for me, too

I ordered the TTGunleather holsters about 2 to 3 years ago and they arrived about 6 to 7 weeks after I placed my order - super fast compared to the Sparks lead time of 7 to 8 months from what I understand. I don’t know what TTGunleather’s lead time is now, though, but I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s much longer than 6 to 7 weeks.

 

Just got my OWB high ride for my C2, 7 weeks from order to delivery.

 

I prefer TT. Sparks is high quality for sure and very popular. The XC Slim is tough beat for a 1445 to 5 o'clock holster.

I may see what KGB has coming in.

 

Ordered a TT Mikes Special today!

Seems to be a smidge more vocal love for TT over Milt Sparks.

Thanks everyone for the input!

 

Did you order direct from their website? I only ask because at this moment their website seems to be down. I am getting a message stating that the domain is avail for purchase lol.

 

Can't go wrong with either! Congrats!

 

Can't go wrong. I have multiple of each, have many more TT tho. TT is the first thing I order as soon as I believe I'm about to order a new pistol.

 

I ordered a TT for a commander a couple of months ago, and it took right at four and a half weeks. It's a great fitting and comfortable holster, but the interior feels like sandpaper. My Sparks and Grizzle holsters feel like smooth glass in comparison.

 

Maybe something temporary? TTgunleather.com, right? Up and totally working for me.

 

I figured it was temporary.

 

TT slim XC here…comfy! It has a flat back so it’s comfortable on the hip…

 

I have five TT Slim XC’s for my CZ/Glocks. Big fan.

 

I just ordered another TT Mike's reinforced special. This one with Aligator trim.
I'm sure I have upwards of 15 TT holsters. XRT, Slim XC and Mike's specials. Wife and son carry TT also.

 

I have 2 Mike’s Specials and at least 5 VM2’s. Both are very well made. I prefer the VM2 for one reason. I really don’t like that the belt loops spin on the Mike’s Special while they are pretty well fixed in place on the VM2. It’s a little thing, but that was the difference the decided it for me. though lately I’m back into the Summer Special 2 for government length guns because reholstering seems a little easier with what seems to me to be a slightly deeper angle to the rake.

 

Over the years I've managed to purchase several holsters for each of the various firearms (1911, HK, Glock and Sigs) that I own from both MS and TT. Some models work slightly better for me on different guns but that is a body/carry style factor and not quality. Both shops put out amazing leather that I literally trust my life to on a daily basis. You can't go wrong with either.