Description
1791 built the Optic Ready Light Bearing Smooth Concealment Holster for folks who run a red dot and a weapon light and still want to carry all day without fighting their gear. This is the Size 04 in Night Sky black, set up for left-hand carry. It's cut from soft, breathable American cowhide and lined with suede, which is a big part of why so many people say they forget they're wearing it. The open-top design keeps your draw quick, and the beveled steel clip bites the belt hard enough to stay put when you clear the holster.
What the Size 04 Optic-Ready Holster Fits
Size 04 is one of the more versatile fits in the lineup. It's designed around full-size and compact service pistols, covering guns like the Glock 17, 19, 19X, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27, and 48, along with the Ruger SR9 and SR40, Sig P225 and P239, Smith & Wesson M&P 9 and 40, Shield and Shield Plus, Springfield Hellcat Pro and XD models, plus Taurus G2, G2c, G3, and G3C. The optic cut clears most rear-mounted red dots, and the light channel is built for slim rail lights such as the Streamlight TLR-7 and TLR-8, Surefire X300, Olight PL Mini 2, and similar units. If you're running a bulkier light, the Size 4L is the roomier option worth a look.
Why the Suede Lining Matters for IWB Carry
Leather this soft usually needs a break-in, and this one's no different. Most people leave the pistol holstered overnight and it settles in snug, holding the gun and light securely while still drawing smooth. That suede lining does double duty: it protects your slide finish and keeps the leather from scratching or grabbing on the way out. Reinforced stitching at the stress points means it holds up to years of everyday wear, and 1791 backs the whole thing with a lifetime warranty.
Handcrafted in the USA from certified American steerhide, this is the kind of holster you buy once and carry for a long time.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: 1791 Gunleather
- Manufacturer Part Number: ORLBSCH4LNSBL
- UPC: 810102216410
- Model: Optic Ready Light Bearing Smooth Concealment (OR-LB-SCH)
- Size: 04
- Carry Position: Inside the Waistband (IWB)
- Hand: Left Hand
- Color: Night Sky Black
- Material: 100% Certified American Steerhide Leather, suede lined
- Optic Compatibility: Most rear slide-mounted red dot sights
- Light Compatibility: Rail-mounted lights and lasers (TLR-7/8, X300, PL Mini 2 and similar)
- Retention: Beveled American steel belt clip
- Design: Open top, reinforced stitching, multi-fit
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Country of Origin: USA
What’s Included
- 1791 Gunleather Optic Ready Light Bearing Smooth Concealment IWB Holster, Size 04, Left Hand
Frequently Asked Questions
What handguns fit the Size 04 optic-ready holster?
Size 04 is built around full-size and compact service pistols. That covers the Glock 17, 19, 19X, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27 and 48, Ruger SR9 and SR40, Sig P225 and P239, S&W M&P 9 and 40, Shield and Shield Plus, Springfield Hellcat Pro and XD models, plus Taurus G2, G2c, G3 and G3C. It's a multi-fit design, so it accommodates similarly sized guns from other brands too.
Will this holster work with a red dot and a weapon light at the same time?
Yes, that's exactly what the OR-LB configuration is for. The optic cut clears most rear slide-mounted red dots, and the integrated light channel is set up for rail-mounted lights and lasers like the Streamlight TLR-7 and TLR-8, Surefire X300, and Olight PL Mini 2. If your light runs long or bulky past the barrel, the Size 4L gives you more room.
Does the leather need a break-in period?
It does. The cowhide is soft and supple out of the box, and most people leave the pistol holstered overnight to let it mold to the gun. Once it settles in, retention is snug and the draw is fast and smooth thanks to the suede lining.
Is this a left-hand holster?
Yes, this specific model is configured for left-hand IWB carry with the steel clip positioned accordingly. If you carry on your right side, look for the right-hand version of the same holster in Size 04.





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