2" Revolver concealed carry options?

[sixstring38]

Hello, I have a Rossi model 335 .38 special 5-shot revolver with a 2" barrel that I am looking to get a holster for. I am sure there are plenty of folks around who CC similar short-barreled, medium-frame revolvers on a regular basis, anybody have any advice? I have never concealed-carried a firearm before.

I am of slender build, 5'10" approx. 150 lbs. I am looking for something that is comfortable (for daily use), practical (for quick draw if needed), and concealable within reason, I expect some printing given I typically wear jeans and a t-shirt when it's warm out. Maybe some baggy tee's are in my future. Cooler weather makes it a bit easier, I wear more baggy flannel shirts or sweatshirts over a t-shirt during those times.

So many options out there, inside the pant, high-ride, pocket, shoulder, etc. Just trying to figure out a good starting point, even if it's just on a trial basis. Was leaning toward inside the waistband style, anybody use those for similar pistols?

P.S., I have filled out the application for my PA license to carry, just need to drop it off at the sherrif's office. I do not currently carry, but I intend to once I get my license. I live in a rough part of town where people are getting shot and killed more and more often. Just last week a woman was shot to death in her own home less that 3 blocks from my house. Several of my friends have been jumped and robbed leaving my house after visiting. I recently decided that I will not stand by unprepared and just hope for the best. My father always told me to hope for the best, but prepare for the worst. I finally took that to heart yesterday and purchased the Rossi as my first handgun. Though I have not fired it yet, I hope to get to the range and practice, practice, practice asap. Thanks for reading!

[NuclearSociety]

I got one off of ebay, full leather, fit my taurus model 85 ul.
for a cc for a snub, i say go leather.

[sixstring38]

I got one off of ebay, full leather, fit my taurus model 85 ul.
for a cc for a snub, i say go leather.

Of what design? IWB?

[IK_biker]

I recently decided that I will not stand by unprepared and just hope for the best....
...I hope to get to the range and practice, practice, practice asap. Thanks for reading!

Besides practice, listen to the advice given by experienced shooters, and preferably - get some training.

Fist holsters:
OWB
http://www.fist-inc.com/holsters/k1/K2.htm
IWB
http://www.fist-inc.com/holsters/k1/K4.htm
Have used both with a Taurus 2" .38 special. Very comfortable for my build (5'6", 145#) and no damage from sweating.

[knight0334]

Rossi specific holsters will be hard to find. Just look for holsters for a S&W J-frame with a 2"-3" barrel. There are countless options for J-frames out there.

[imashooter2]

The Galco Summer Comfort is a good solid IWB design. I use one for my J frame when I don't go with pocket carry.

[NuclearSociety]

Yes mine was an IWB made completely in America.
I carried at 3:30 on my person and it was extremely comfortable and extremely accessible.

I recommend leather because it wears in and can conform to your body, just more comfortable.

for a 2" barrel, an iwb is nice and easy.

[Grillman]

Try www.activeprogear.com.I got a really nice IWB holster for my S&W686
2 1/2'' barrel for around $40 bucks,conceals nicely very little printing.

[sixstring38]

Rossi specific holsters will be hard to find. Just look for holsters for a S&W J-frame with a 2"-3" barrel. There are countless options for J-frames out there.

That's exactly what I needed to know, thanks! My buddy picked up a Taurus model 85 that came with a nice Bianchi leather hip holster, it also fit my Rossi so I figured there had to be a holster for a "big name" gun that would fit other small revolvers.

[sixstring38]

Besides practice, listen to the advice given by experienced shooters, and preferably - get some training.

Can anyone point me in the right direction as far as a self-defense based training course? How much can I expect the cost of such a program to be?