Description
Ankle carry lives or dies on comfort and stability, and the DeSantis Apache handles both without making you think about it. Built for small-frame revolvers like the S&W J-Frame, the Ruger LCR, and the Bodyguard .38, this right-hand rig rides on the inside of your left ankle and keeps your snub-nose tucked away under a pant leg. The wide, elasticized leg band is the star here. It spreads the weight of the gun across a broad area so the holster doesn't rock, twist, or crawl down your leg as you walk through the day.
What Sets the Apache Ankle Rig Apart
The inside of the holster is lined with genuine sheepskin, which does two jobs at once. It cushions the gun against your leg so you barely notice it's there, and the low-friction surface lets you draw clean when you need to. An adjustable Velcro thumb strap secures the revolver in place, so you get solid retention whether you're sitting, driving, or moving around. On the revolver models like this one, that strap uses a Velcro closure rather than a snap, which keeps the draw quiet and simple.
Fit and Setup for Your J-Frame
This version is dialed in for 2-inch small-frame revolvers, covering most J-Frames in the 1-7/8 to 2-1/4 inch range along with the S&W Bodyguard .38 and Ruger LCR. Remember the golden rule of ankle carry: a right-hand holster wears on the inside of your LEFT ankle, so your draw hand can reach across and pull the gun naturally. The Apache also has a spot to add DeSantis's optional C14 calf strap if you want extra support for a heavier load or a lot of walking, though that strap is sold separately.
Made in the USA by DeSantis
DeSantis has been building concealment gear for over 50 years, and the Apache is hand-constructed right here in the United States. It's a proven, no-nonsense ankle rig that a lot of folks lean on for backup carry or deep concealment when a belt holster just won't work with the outfit.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: DeSantis Gunhide
- Model: 62 Apache
- Manufacturer Part Number: 062BASRZ0
- UPC: 792695161042
- Product Type: Ankle Holster
- Hand: Right Hand (worn on inside of left ankle)
- Color: Black
- Material: Nylon leg band with sheepskin lining
- Retention: Adjustable Velcro thumb strap
- Barrel Length Fit: 2"
- Firearm Compatibility: Most small-frame revolvers including J-Frame 1-7/8" to 2-1/4", S&W Bodyguard .38, Ruger LCR
- Origin: Made in USA
What’s Included
- DeSantis Apache ankle holster (right hand)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which ankle does the right-hand Apache holster go on?
A right-hand model wears on the inside of your left ankle. That setup lets your right hand reach across and draw the revolver naturally. If you draw with your left hand, you'd want the left-hand version instead.
Will the Apache fit my J-Frame with a 2-inch barrel?
Yes. This model is sized for most small-frame revolvers with barrels in the 1-7/8 to 2-1/4 inch range, which covers the standard 2-inch J-Frame. It also fits the S&W Bodyguard .38 and the Ruger LCR.
Does the elastic band keep the holster from sliding down?
The wide elasticized leg band is designed to spread the gun's weight and cut down on the rocking and slipping that plague a lot of ankle rigs. For extra security during heavy activity or long days on your feet, there's a spot to add DeSantis's optional C14 calf strap, sold separately.
How does the revolver stay retained in the Apache?
This revolver model uses an adjustable Velcro thumb strap to lock the gun in place. Unlike the semi-auto versions that add a snap, the revolver rig keeps the closure simple and quiet for an easy, unobstructed draw.






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