8 Mile Grip Claw (IWB/AIWB)

Description

Our 8 MILE GRIP CLAW is our popular 8 Mile inside the waistband holster modified and configurable with several unique options.

• GRIP CLAW
  • Our GRIP CLAW comes standard with this holster and when used properly it perfectly pivots and tucks the handgun grip in toward your body greatly reducing “printing” of the gun through clothing.  This is a major step forward in handgun concealment as it closes that 1/2″ – 1  1/2″ gap between your body and the gun grip resulting in the ability to carry larger handguns and bigger magazines yet retain the ability to conceal them very well under a shirt.
  • The Grip Claw utilizes the user-adjustable retention screws and posts and can easily be removed leaving you with a standard 8 Mile – all mounting hardware is included.
  • The Grip Claw will come with two “grip” “claws” [the piece that touches the belt], each a different height for further tweaking by the user.  It simply screws on.
    

 

✴ MANY COMBINED BELT CLIP OPTIONS

• Choose from the default and very popular FOMI belt clip to a variety of UltiClip options, Monoblock Gear Clip, polymer tuckable or a hybrid of all.  Much more belt clip information and images below.

✴ The Grip Claw holster will be built with the default clip selected when ordering.  

✴ More UltiClip information:  Choose either UltiClip UltiTuck, UltiClip 3+ or UltiClip XL locking clip for use with or without a belt.  User-adjustable cant and ride height.  By utilizing just one of the clip screws, numerous adjustments are possible.  Users may also drill new mounting holes to their liking.  The UltiClip 3+ is less bulky than the XL, however, the XL does wrap around the entire belt whereas the 3+ works well with or without a belt.

✴ IWB concealment holster.

✴ Made with one solid piece of .08 Kydex providing a great balance of definition and durability.

✴ Black Calcutta (flat black) is the standard color (other colors available as upgrade click here for sample color page).
  Belt clips/fasteners are black

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✴ Molded perfectly to the firearm model specified.

✴ High-quality Chicago-style screws and rubber bushings to adjust or relieve retention.

✴ Sweat/body shield designed into the holster to create a barrier between the handgun and you.

✴ All edges rounded, hand-sanded and polished smooth for maximum comfort.

✴ Magazine release will not be covered unless specified in comments at checkout.  Some firearms may have the tendency to have the magazine accidentally released when covered.

✴ Still Made by American hands – one at a time!

✴ Customize your holster to fit a growing variety of laser and lights.

✴ The design and positioning/mounting of the clip claw results in a medium ride height adjustable to a high ride height.  For a super deep ride height, the grip claw will have to be removed.

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Belt Clip Information

FOMI PLASTIC MOLDED CLIP   (The most popular belt clip).

– Quality, sleek injection-molded belt clip.
- Currently available in 1.5″ or 1.75″ belt sizes.
– Reverse tab design securely clips over the belt.
– Remove from belt easily with the reverse tab.
– Available with or without DETROIT HOLSTER laser-etched logo
- Secured to the holster with high-quality Chicago-screw style hardware.
– Interchangeable with all of our two-horizontal mounting hole belt clips.

 

 

 

 

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SOFT LOOP LOOP
 

Made of strong rubber
- Strong locking snap opener
- Tactical Black
- Adjustable for belt sizes 1.25″ – 2.00″
- Only 7/8″ in width
- Completely & securely wraps around belt
- Sits well against belt and waist
- Quick and easy to both position & remove the holster.
- Secured to the holster with quality Chicago-screw style hardware  Configuration available with single or double loops.  If the double loop configuration is selected, the holster will be formed to accept two loops or our standard mold-injected belt clips.

 

 

 

 

 

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MONOBLOCK GEAR CLIP

Dual steel clip with a dark matte grey non-reflective finish that resists corrosion very well.  This belt clip is low profile and can be worn with or without a belt.  It will fit over belts up to 1.5″.

This clip design allows for very secure carry on belts, waistlines, or any attachment point where the spring steel clip tabs can be positioned securely. Each spring tab has an integrated security clutch to prevent it from easily becoming detached from the mounting point. The Monoblock clip comes in a standard DMG/Cu finish in dark matte grey and is non-reflective. 

– Interchangeable with all of our two-horizontal mounting hole belt clips.

 

 

 

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ULTITUCK

The UltiTuck clip is a 3-in-1 feature tactical mounting clip that sports a versatile 2-hole mounting design. This clip will easily replace many standard 2-hole holster clips and are very popular with users who like beltless carry with adjustable cant in a tuckable design. These operate on the “pinch” principle and are very sturdy and secure when engaged. All you need to do is pick your position on your waistline (or belt) and engage the locking lever to secure the clip in position. Once engaged and locked down, your holster will not move easily.  

– Interchangeable with all of our two-horizontal mounting hole belt clips.

Video on UltiTuck

 

 

ULTICLIP COMPARISON CHART

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEW:  The UltiClip AP and UltiClip AP Wide are innovative, American-made mounting clips designed for securely attaching holsters, sheaths, and other gear. The AP clip is compact and discreet, ideal for maximum concealment, while the AP Wide has a broader profile for added stability by distributing weight over a larger area. Both clips offer strong retention for 1.5″ or 1.75″ belts and come with adapters for moderate, beltless carry. They include versatile mounting blocks for various configurations, are crafted from durable spring steel wire, and feature a military-grade black oxide finish for resilience.

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Article from GunClinger.com: “What’s a Grip Claw?“

Claw, Grip Claw, ModWing – what are these strange-looking pieces of plastic in varying sizes and shapes that are now popping up on holsters from coast to coast?  We’ll answer that question and in doing so may grab your interest in why these conceal-carry, print-reduction “claw” devices may be part of your next holster system.

For concealed carry newcomers, the informal term “printing” refers to the outline of a handgun through the garment the gun carrying person is wearing.  Obviously, we want to reduce and ultimately eliminate printing and using a Grip Claw type device definitely assists in this goal.

The “Grip Claw,” as we will address it through this article, is a small piece of plastic attached to an Inside the WaistBand (IWB) holster which sits just south of the trigger guard and inline with the belt.  When used with a proper, firm tactical belt (we recommend a ¼” thick leather belt) the Grip Claw will pivot the entire grip of the gun and holster into your body – instead of having the grip winging out resulting in “printing.”

Using a Grip Claw with an Appendix Holster (AIWB) is an absolute must; however, I also find it extremely useful with my most comfortable and preferred carry method – IWB between the 4:30 – 5 o’clock positions.  It really does bring in that handgun grip resulting in much more concealment than a holster without the Grip Claw.

The Grip Claw creates a situation where you can now carry and more easily conceal larger handguns.

DETROIT HOLSTER is offering a new holster system built around the Grip Claw concept.  It will be available configured much like our flagship IWB holster – the 8 MILE – with a variety of belt clips such as the most popular and default configuration of a FOMI clip, several UltiClip options and a hybrid of both FOMI and UltiClip.  The UltiClip 3+ is a great option when not wearing a belt such as summer biking shorts, etc.  When wearing a proper, thick belt the FOMI clip is functional and very convenient, allowing you to install your holster in a second flat.  Leaning more toward the Appendix carry (AIWB) consumer, this holster will also be available with a tuckable clip that allows the wearer to have their shirt tucked in. This belt clip can also be mounted with just one screw at the bottom which allows it to pivot a bit if you’d like which ads to comfort and also adjustable cant. It is a solid option instead of the FOMI clip and it is ½ the width.

Our Grip Claw designed holster will be available with light and laser-bearing handgun configurations as we have a special smaller claw designed for this configuration.

The Grip Claw WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE TO RETRO FIT existing 8 Mile holsters.  The mounting hole positions will not line up and the positioning with the belt must be precise or the Grip Claw will not function optimally.   This positioning and mounting of the grip claw inline with the belt also means you can’t really use it for a super deep ride height.

 

 

Additional information

Weight	0.5 lbs

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