Holstering Stealth wears slide?

[kjtrains]

I've got one that may go the route of both; so whatever you do will be helpful to know.  Thanks.

[Richard S]

This is my first forum post:

I've been trying to decide which R9S to purchase.  In reading posts in the forum, I've read that the Stealth's slide will show wear after being holstered over a period of time.  Is this true?  * * *

Thanks, Bill

Bill:

First of all, welcome to the Forum!

As to preventing or minimizing wear to the finish of a handgun from repeated holstering, there is a one trick which works well -- Renaissance Wax applied both to the gun and to the holster, inside and out. Get a can and try it. You'll be amazed at how well it protects both gun and holster. I've used the stuff for years. As I see it, anything good enough for the NRA and British Museum collections is good enough for the contents of my gun safe.

Good luck with your choice. Whichever model R9 you select, you will have the finest pocket pistol yet designed.

http://www.restorationproduct.com/

[Z]

does this product make the gun slide out of the holster easier?

[Richard S]

does this product make the gun slide out of the holster easier?

I haven't noticed that. It just provides a protective barrier which helps to preserve the finish of any item to which it is applied. My experience has been that few products actually live up to the claims of those who purvey them. This is one of the few that do.

[Z]

I may give it a try. Thank you Richard.

[kjtrains]

I'm thinking of doing the same.  Richard had posted this some time ago, and I somehow misplaced the article.  Now I'll order it so that doesn't happen again.  Thanks from me as well.

[yankee2500]

I recently purchased some of the Renaissance Wax on Sir Richards recommendation and so far am quite pleased with the results.

[Z]

That's nice to hear.

I always like to do my homework when it comes to my firearms.

[kjtrains]

I'll second that!

[Reinz]

A couple of Dealers are offering what they call a "Covert".  I do not know anything about the arangement with Rohrbaugh.  Here is a listing on one.


http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=220576453

This appears to be the "Special Forces" model, which is not offered anymore.

[Reinz]

I also agree with Dano, if you like the "black" look of the gun, go with the Stealth.  
When the finish wears, simply refinish.  Dano suggested Wilson for their "armor,tuff'" finish.
Another option is Robar and their "Rogaurd" finish.


Good Luck

[Z]

Reinz

From what i understand, the COVERT is a model made by the dealers. This is not a FACTORY model.

The dealer takes a standard model and sends it to WC and they apply their Armor-Tuff finish.

I could be wrong. Someone please correct me if i am.

[kjtrains]

Adam.  You're right; not a factory model.  

[Z]

You wold be better off buying a standard and sending it to WC for their finish. This way you are not paying a double markup on this service.

[kjtrains]

Definitely would be cheaper, for sure!