20 Best Sw40ve Holsters [2024]

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1 Holster with Mag Pouch for S&W SD9VE, SW9VE, SD40VE, SW40VE with Underbarrel Laser Mounted on Gun Holster with Mag Pouch for S&W SD9VE, SW9VE, SD40VE, SW40VE with Underbarrel Laser Mounted on Gun
2 Federal Shoulder Holster for S&W SD9VE, SW9VE, SD40VE, SW40VE Sigma Dbl Mag Pouch Federal Shoulder Holster for S&W SD9VE, SW9VE, SD40VE, SW40VE Sigma Dbl Mag Pouch
3 Federal Holsterworks Holster with Mag Pouch for S&W SD9VE and SD40VE, SW9VE & SW40VE Federal Holsterworks Holster with Mag Pouch for S&W SD9VE and SD40VE, SW9VE & SW40VE
4 Shoulder Holster for S&W SD9VE, SD40VE, SW9VE,SW40VE - Right Hand Without Laser Shoulder Holster for S&W SD9VE, SD40VE, SW9VE,SW40VE - Right Hand Without Laser
5 Vertical Shoulder Holster for S&W SD9VE,SD40VE,SW9VE,SW40VE, Without Laser (Not Recommended for... Vertical Shoulder Holster for S&W SD9VE,SD40VE,SW9VE,SW40VE, Without Laser (Not Recommended for...
6 Laser Kit for S&W Smith-Wesson Sigma SW9VE SW40VE SW9E SW40E SW9G SW40G SW9GVE SW40GVE SW40Ti SW9P... Laser Kit for S&W Smith-Wesson Sigma SW9VE SW40VE SW9E SW40E SW9G SW40G SW9GVE SW40GVE SW40Ti...
7 Sunsmith Holster - Compatible with Smith & Wesson SD9/40 VE Kydex IWB Inside Waistband Concealed... Sunsmith Holster - Compatible with Smith & Wesson SD9/40 VE Kydex IWB Inside Waistband Concealed...
8 Relentless Tactical The Defender Leather IWB Holster | Made in USA | Fits Glock 17 19 19X 22 26 43... Relentless Tactical The Defender Leather IWB Holster | Made in USA | Fits Glock 17 19 19X 22 26...
9 Vedder Holsters LightTuck IWB Kydex Gun Holster Compatible with S&W Sigma SW9, SW9VE, SW40, SW40VE... Vedder Holsters LightTuck IWB Kydex Gun Holster Compatible with S&W Sigma SW9, SW9VE, SW40,...
10 Laser Kit for S&W Smith-Wesson Sigma SW9VE SW40VE SW9E SW40E SW9G SW40G SW9GVE SW40GVE SW9P w/... Laser Kit for S&W Smith-Wesson Sigma SW9VE SW40VE SW9E SW40E SW9G SW40G SW9GVE SW40GVE SW9P w/...
11 S&W SD9 VE & SD40 VE Holster, IWB KYDEX Holster Fit: S&W SD9 VE & SD40 VE Pistol, Inside Waistband... S&W SD9 VE & SD40 VE Holster, IWB KYDEX Holster Fit: S&W SD9 VE & SD40 VE Pistol, Inside...
12 TEGE Paddle Holster for S&W M&P 9mm/.40 Full Size, Custom Molded Outside Waistband Paddle Holster... TEGE Paddle Holster for S&W M&P 9mm/.40 Full Size, Custom Molded Outside Waistband Paddle Holster...
13 M&P 9mm Full Size Holsters, OWB Holster for S&W MP 9mm/.40 4.25' / M&P M2.0 9mm / SD9 VE / SD40 VE -... M&P 9mm Full Size Holsters, OWB Holster for S&W MP 9mm/.40 4.25" / M&P M2.0 9mm / SD9 VE / SD40 VE...
14 Amberide IWB KYDEX Holster Fit: S&W SD9 VE & SD40 VE Pistol | Inside Waistband | Adjustable Cant |... Amberide IWB KYDEX Holster Fit: S&W SD9 VE & SD40 VE Pistol | Inside Waistband | Adjustable Cant...
15 CYA Supply Co. Base IWB Concealed Carry Holster Veteran Owned Made in USA - Fits Smith & Wesson SD9... CYA Supply Co. Base IWB Concealed Carry Holster Veteran Owned Made in USA - Fits Smith & Wesson...
16 M P 2.0 9mm Holster for S&W M&P 9mm/.40 Full-Size, S&W M&P 2.0 9mm/40 Compact(Not for Shield), Belt... M P 2.0 9mm Holster for S&W M&P 9mm/.40 Full-Size, S&W M&P 2.0 9mm/40 Compact(Not for Shield),...
17 Steyr Austria T-Shirt Steyr Austria T-Shirt
18 Universal OWB Holster for Berreta APX/CZ 75 / Ruger Security9 - Compact & Full Size Pistol Carrier |... Universal OWB Holster for Berreta APX/CZ 75 / Ruger Security9 - Compact & Full Size Pistol Carrier...
19 OWB Paddle Holster Compatible for 4.25' Barrel Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm/40, S&W M&P 40/9mm M2.0... OWB Paddle Holster Compatible for 4.25" Barrel Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm/40, S&W M&P 40/9mm M2.0...
20 FoxX Holsters Smith & Wesson SD9VE & SD40VE Inside The Waistband Hybrid Holster Tuckable, Concealed... FoxX Holsters Smith & Wesson SD9VE & SD40VE Inside The Waistband Hybrid Holster Tuckable,...
Bestseller No. 1
Holster with Mag Pouch for S&W SD9VE, SW9VE, SD40VE, SW40VE with Underbarrel Laser Mounted on Gun
  • For laser only - Will Not Fit Tactical Lights or Combos
  • Fits SD9VE, SW9VE, SW40VE & SD40VE
  • Clip-on - Belt Loop Combination Holster
  • Reinforced Thumbreak Strap
  • Ambidextrous - Extra Magazine Pouch on Front Seam
Bestseller No. 2
Federal Shoulder Holster for S&W SD9VE, SW9VE, SD40VE, SW40VE Sigma Dbl Mag Pouch
  • Shoulder Holster with Mag Pouches for SD9VE,SW9VE, SD40VE,SW40VE,SIGMA
  • Ambidextrous - Horizontal Carry - Dual Wide Shoulder Pads
  • Six Way Size Adjustment - Lightweight Nylon Harness
  • Double Magazine Pouch - Belt Tie-Down Straps
  • Holster & Mag Pouch may be reversed for Left Hand Wear
Bestseller No. 3
Federal Holsterworks Holster with Mag Pouch for S&W SD9VE and SD40VE, SW9VE & SW40VE
  • Made in the USA since 1990 - Belt Clip Holster with Built-in Magazine Pouch
  • SD9VE & SD40VE
  • Clip-on - Belt Loop Combination Holster
  • Reinforced Thumbreak Strap
  • Sturdy Nylon Exterior - Soft Interior
Bestseller No. 4
Shoulder Holster for S&W SD9VE, SD40VE, SW9VE,SW40VE - Right Hand Without Laser
  • Horizontal Carry for SD9VE,SD40VE,SW9VE,SW40VE Without Laser
  • Wide, Stay Flat Shoulder Pad
  • Holster is Fully Lined and includes a Tie-Down Strap
  • 4 Way Size Adjustment
  • Right Hand Wear
Bestseller No. 5
Vertical Shoulder Holster for S&W SD9VE,SD40VE,SW9VE,SW40VE, Without Laser (Not Recommended for...
  • New, Slightly Longer Holster for More Stability - Vertical Carry
  • Note - Not for Guns with Lasers or Lights - Not For Other Gun Makes or Models -
  • Holster is Fully Lined and Includes a Belt Tie-Down Strap
  • Right Hand Wear Adjusts to a 54" Chest, Wide, Stay Flat Shoulder Pads - Adjustable, Reversible Snap-Release Thumbreak
Bestseller No. 6
Laser Kit for S&W Smith-Wesson Sigma SW9VE SW40VE SW9E SW40E SW9G SW40G SW9GVE SW40GVE SW40Ti SW9P...
  • Laser Kit Includes Laser Holster & Touch-Activated ArmaLaser TR15 Red Laser Sight & 2 Extra Batteries
  • Touch-Activated Laser Sight for Smith-Wesson Sigma SW9VE SW40VE SW9E SW40E SW9G SW40G SW9GVE SW40GVE SW40Ti SW9P (does NOT fit SD9VE or SD40VE - get...
  • Middle finger will always touch the gold-plated touch sensor on the TR Series where the trigger guard ends. NO adapter required - laser sight fits...
  • Arma Lasers are are Ultra-bright Class 3R 635nm <5mW red lasers and are registered with the FDA as a laser manufacturer.
  • 5 YEAR INDUSTRY LEADING WARRANTY only Laser & 1 Year on Holster! Full control over windage (left to right) and elevation (up and down) adjustments.
Bestseller No. 7
Sunsmith Holster - Compatible with Smith & Wesson SD9/40 VE Kydex IWB Inside Waistband Concealed...
  • Fit - Smith & Wesson SD9/40 VE
  • Adjustable Locking Retention and Adjustable Carry Angle (cant) 0-15 degrees.
  • Covered Magazine Release Button to Prevent Accidental Release of Magazine.
  • Reliefs Have Been Made for The Slide Release For Better Draw, Re-holster and Less Wear
  • .80 KYDEX -1.5" Belt Clip. 100% Custom Made In USA with LIFETIME WARRANTY!!!
Bestseller No. 8
Relentless Tactical The Defender Leather IWB Holster | Made in USA | Fits Glock 17 19 19X 22 26 43...
  • This Is The Perfect Concealed Carry Holster For Your Glock! It Fits Glock 19 / 19X / 23 / 32 | Glock 17 / 17L / 22 / 31 / 40 | Glock 26 / 27 / 33 |...
  • Fits Most Full Size & Compact Handguns in 9MM, .40 & .45! If you are looking for a Taurus GC3 holster this is it! It fits Taurus G2 / G2C / G3 / PT111...
  • This Holster Fits Too Many Models To List Them All! It's a perfect fit for the Smith and Wesson Shield (9mm, .40 & .45), SD9 / SD40, SW9VE / SW40VE....
  • 100% Made In The USA! Where was your holster made? If it's a Relentless Tactical Holster you can be sure it was made right here in the USA! You can...
  • Beware Of Cheap Impersonators! The Defender Leather IWB Holster design has been such a success it has been stolen by many other Amazon sellers but...
Bestseller No. 9
Vedder Holsters LightTuck IWB Kydex Gun Holster Compatible with S&W Sigma SW9, SW9VE, SW40, SW40VE...
  • ✔️ WIDE RANGE OF ADJUSTABILITY - Adjustable Ride Height, Cant Angle, and Retention, allows you to carry comfortably and confidently
  • ✔️ FORMED TO THE SHAPE OF YOUR GUN - Formed exactly to your gun model with .08” Kydex for the ultimate strength and no unnecessary bulk
  • ✔️ HIGH CONCEAL-ABILITY - Sleek holster body and clip makes your gun virtually disappear under your clothes and on your belt
  • ✔️ PROVIDES PROTECTION FROM THE BODY - Sweat shield keeps slide clean and sweat-free
  • ✔️ HANDCRAFTED IN THE USA WITH WARRANTY! 🇺🇸 - Manufactured in central Florida and all products are backed by a 30 day money back guarantee...
Bestseller No. 10
Laser Kit for S&W Smith-Wesson Sigma SW9VE SW40VE SW9E SW40E SW9G SW40G SW9GVE SW40GVE SW9P w/...
  • Laser Kit Includes Laser Holster & Touch-Activated ArmaLaser TR15-G GREEN Laser Sight & 2 Extra Batteries
  • Touch-Activated GREEN Laser Sight for S&W Smith-Wesson Sigma SW9VE SW40VE SW9E SW40E SW9G SW40G SW9GVE SW40GVE SW40Ti SW9P (NOT fit SD9VE/SD40VE - get...
  • Middle finger will always touch the gold-plated touch sensor on the TR Series where the trigger guard ends. NO adapter required - laser sight fits...
  • Green lasers are brighter than red, especially for daytime use. Class 3R 520nm <5mW green laser and are registered with the FDA as a laser...
  • 5 YEAR INDUSTRY LEADING WARRANTY only Laser & 1 Year on Holster! Full control over windage (left to right) and elevation (up and down) adjustments.
Bestseller No. 11
S&W SD9 VE & SD40 VE Holster, IWB KYDEX Holster Fit: S&W SD9 VE & SD40 VE Pistol, Inside Waistband...
  • 【SD9 VE Holster, US KYDEX&Design】 .08'' US KYEDEX Custom for the S&W SD9 VE & SD40 VE pistol, both comfortable and durable. Inside waistband...
  • 【Full Cover Mag Button, No Scratch, No Jitter】 The holsters for S&W SD40 VE full covering all access to the trigger, which can avoid all possible...
  • 【Adjustable 'Posi-CLICK' Retention, Fits Like A Glove】 All of our Holsters possess 'Posi-CLICK' Adjustable Audible Retention, you would hear a...
  • 【1.5’’ Belt Fit Perfect】 S&W SD9 VE Holsters belt clip is suitable for 1.5’’ belt, with hook in buttom, it stick firmly in your belt while...
  • 【Adjustable Cant & Adjustable Retention Pressure】 The Carry Angle (Cant) can adjust from -5° to 20°, use phillips screwdriver to customize the...
Bestseller No. 12
TEGE Paddle Holster for S&W M&P 9mm/.40 Full Size, Custom Molded Outside Waistband Paddle Holster...
  • 【HOLSTER FIT GUIDE】Outside Waistband Holster Fits For Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm/.40 Full size 4.25'' barrel, For S&W M&P 9mm M2.0 Compact (No...
  • 【LEVEL Ⅱ RETENTION】 Auto locking system achieves an audible click when you holster the weapon, which can secure your weapon inside this OWB...
  • 【60° ADJUSTABLE PADDLE CANT】 Ergonomically-designed thinner paddle holsters is easily clipped anywhere on your belt or inside the pants...
  • 【MILITARY-GRADE MATERIAL & EXCELLENT DESIGN】 This polymer holster is made of high standard polymer that is waterproof and durable, almost no...
  • 【APPLY FOR EVERY PLACES】 Wearing a belt is not a compulsion for using a paddle holster, you can simply tuck it over your waistband, so it is...
Bestseller No. 13
M&P 9mm Full Size Holsters, OWB Holster for S&W MP 9mm/.40 4.25" / M&P M2.0 9mm / SD9 VE / SD40 VE -...
  • Compatible & Incompatible: Compatible with smith&wesson m&p 9mm/.40 full size 4.25" barrel, m&p m2.0 9mm/.40 full size, s&w sd9 ve, s&w sd40 ve;...
  • High Safety: Level II Retention. It will automatically lock on the trigger when you put the weapon in, and makes a "click" sound to let you know that...
  • Excellent Design: Made of military polymer material, easy to clean and maintain, so light to carry. Simple structure in the internal design. The...
  • Paddle Attachment: 360 degrees tooth gear for omnidirectional rotation, feel free to wear on Web Belts within 2 inches and Duty Belts. Smooth backs...
  • Widely Used: Daily concealed carry under your coat, and extreme temperature tolerance. Suitable for different places like military, courser, shooting...
Bestseller No. 14
Amberide IWB KYDEX Holster Fit: S&W SD9 VE & SD40 VE Pistol | Inside Waistband | Adjustable Cant |...
  • Only Compatible with Smith & Wesson SD9 VE & SD40 VE -- Incompatible with attachments such as light/laser.
  • CARRY WITH CONFIDENCE when you secure your pistol in our concealed carry gun holster. Specifically designed for the Smith & Wesson SD9 VE & SD40 VE,...
  • RUGGED .08" KYDEX & Boltaron is strong yet lightweight for comfortable, confident carry in any situation. Waterproof and washable, it features a sweat...
  • CUSTOMIZE THE CANT of the 1.5” standard belt clip with a Hex Key for faster draw speeds and optimal concealment under clothing. The black...
  • ADJUSTABLE RETENTION PRESSURE ensures a fast and smooth draw, customized to your needs. Adjustments can be made quickly so you can tighten the...
Bestseller No. 15
CYA Supply Co. Base IWB Concealed Carry Holster Veteran Owned Made in USA - Fits Smith & Wesson SD9...
  • Fits S&W SD9 VE & SD9 (Optic Not Compatible) - No Light/Laser Attachments (Right Hand Draw Only)
  • IWB Holster - Inside The Waistband - Easily Adjustable Retention Pressure & Carry Angle (Cant) 0-15 Degrees
  • Precision molds from CAD milled in house on our CNC. Made of .08" Thickness Boltaron Material - Belt Clip 1.5" wide - All Stainless Steel Black Powder...
  • Posi-Click' Audible Retention Lock System - Sweat Guard covers full length of slide
  • Made in USA - WE STAND BY OUR QUALITY: 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, No questions asked return policy and Lifetime Warranty.
Bestseller No. 16
M P 2.0 9mm Holster for S&W M&P 9mm/.40 Full-Size, S&W M&P 2.0 9mm/40 Compact(Not for Shield), Belt...
  • Fit Guide: This OWB paddle holster fits Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm/.40 Full-Size 4.25" Barrel; S&W M&P 2.0 9mm/40 Full-Size 4.25" Barrel; S&W M&P 9mm/40...
  • Make a Quick Draw: This M P 9mm holster holds the gun close to your body and gives you the perfect grip when you reach to draw or re-holster your...
  • OPTIC READY & Effective Concealment: This gun holster for S&W M&P 40/9mm features the slotted cut in front of the holster that allows an optic to be...
  • High-tech Polymer Material: Our holsters for S&W MP 9 are made of high-tech, strong, durable polymer material that is resistant to impact, heat and...
  • Adjustable Carrying Angle: This MP 9 holster comes with 60° adjustable belt paddle that allow you to quickly attach or remove your OWB holster from...
Bestseller No. 17
Steyr Austria T-Shirt
  • Features exclusive Steyr, Austria souvenir design
  • These garments are a best gift for persons of Austrian descent and visitors to Austria
  • Lightweight, Classic fit, Double-needle sleeve and bottom hem
Bestseller No. 18
Universal OWB Holster for Berreta APX/CZ 75 / Ruger Security9 - Compact & Full Size Pistol Carrier |...
  • Compatible & Incompatible: Compatible with 4" barrel compact to 5" barrel full size, work with 4.5" is best which like Glock 17, the barrel is neither...
  • High Safety: Level II Retention. It will automatically lock on the trigger when you put the weapon in, and makes a "click" sound to let you know that...
  • Excellent Design: Made of military polymer material, easy to clean and maintain, so light to carry. Simple structure in the internal design. The...
  • Paddle Attachment: 360 degrees tooth gear for omnidirectional rotation, feel free to wear on Web Belts within 2 inches and Duty Belts. Smooth backs...
  • Widely Used: Daily concealed carry under your coat, and extreme temperature tolerance. Suitable for different places like military, courser, shooting...
Bestseller No. 19
OWB Paddle Holster Compatible for 4.25" Barrel Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm/40, S&W M&P 40/9mm M2.0...
  • Fit Gun Models: This OWB paddle holster fits Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm/.40 Full size, S&W M&P 9mm M2.0 4.25'' barrel; Girsan MC 28 SA 9mm 4.25'' barrel...
  • 【Concealed Open Carry】This OWB holster has a belt paddle that is easy to wear on pants or belts (Fits 1.5" - 2.0"), and more comfortable to carry...
  • 【360 Degree Rotation】--- Holster body and carrying platform connected with tooth gear. The holster body offers 360 degree rotation, SO You can...
  • 【Auto Lock System & Safety Mechanism】--- Holster has quick-release / locking button allowing for fast draw and automatic locking when...
  • 【Long Lasting】--- The OWB Holster is made of excellent Polymer Material that is not only waterproof, sweat - resistant but lightweight, durable...
Bestseller No. 20
FoxX Holsters Smith & Wesson SD9VE & SD40VE Inside The Waistband Hybrid Holster Tuckable, Concealed...
  • 9 oz. Premium Leather & .06" Kydex (Black)
  • Black Spring Steel Belt Clips ( 1-3/4" X 1/4" Belt)
  • Adjustable for Ride Height & Forward Cant
  • Easy to Conceal, Comfortable & Tuckable
  • Proudly Made in the USA!

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Q: How many types of Smith and Wesson sw40ve holsters are there?

A: Our offer includes 66 designs of Smith & Wesson SW40VE holster with key features such as quick and easy draw and re-holstering. Wide range of carry positions and carry styles allow you to browse through many holster models with great retention and a covered trigger guard, either open top holsters or holsters with a thumb break.

Q: What kind of Revolver is the S&W sw40ve?

A: About S&W SW40VE. In 1866, using the original lever action design created by the Smith & Wesson, Winchester’s company emerged as the famous Winchester Repeating Arms Co. The Smith & Wesson formed their second partnership in 1856 to manufacture a small revolver which was designed to fire the Rimfire cartridge they patented in 1854.

Q: What is the safety on a Smith and Wesson sw40ve?

A: The S&W SW40VE is a semi-automatic pistol with a DA-SA trigger. The safety feature is a frame mounted safety. Smith and Wesson pistols are famous for their design and outstanding quality and are widely spread worldwide. A perfect Smith & Wesson SW40VE holster holds your firearm without the need of a retention strap.

Q: What are the different types of holster?

A: Wide range of carry positions and carry styles allow you to browse through many holster models with great retention and a covered trigger guard, either open top holsters or holsters with a thumb break.