Featured More on the Snake Hound Machine “Ray” Holster David Reeder September 20, 2013 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Find out more about how we test products. The Snake Hound Machine (SHM) “Ray” holster was designed to be a very compact IWB holster specifically for pistols with an Inforce APL weapon light attached. It has slim lines, uses a single G-Clode clip to mount and adjust ride height and is intended mostly for appendix carry. Originally released for Glocks then shortly thereafter for Smith & Wesson M&Ps, there will be other models released as time allows and demand dictates. XD pistols are up next in queue. Currently there are no plans to build a holster for Sigs or 1911s because of the wide variety of individual exterior dimensions. The holster is manufactured for SHM by 333 Kydex. It supports a full size handgun and features a full sweat guard to keep the weapon from rubbing against the wearer's torso. It is available in dark grey only, largely because the manufacturer (reaonably) saw no point to having multiple color options in a holster that is worn inside the pants. Thus far Snake Hound Machine (which recently opened a training division) appears to have been very responsive to orders and questions from possible buyers. Holsters are received within 14 days of purchase and questions posted on social media are seem to be answered within hours, if not minutes. According to the designers, the Ray holster was not intended to compete with all the many various holster manufacturers and styles currently available. “The ‘Ray' is what we at Snake Hound Machine feelthe perfect inside the waistband should be,” SHM's Owen Martin says, “if you're carrying a specific pistol equipped with a particular weapon light – that being the Inforce APL. It's essentially the way we personally had our weapons and carry configured, so we just took it to market.” As an aside, a betting man might lay some money down on an OWB (Outside the Waist Band) version coming soon.Watch and see. You can purchase your SHM Ray holster here. It retails for $80 (add $140 if you want to add an Inforce APL light to your order). It is currently available for Glocks 19/23, Glock 17/22, Glock 20/21, M&P 9/40 Full Size, M&P 9/40 Compact and M&P .45. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
