Need a recomendation for holsters
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I carry a Glock G19 in a paddle holster I cant remember the brand name now because its been a few years. I have been looking at Black Hawk tactical holsters as they seem to fit closer to the body. My holster sticks out a little and after looking at how close the black hawk holsters fit to the body Im going to be getting one. I also like the security feature in that when you grab it you push a small button and it releases. Keep us posted.
Thanks for the responses. There is soo many choices I want to be sure I am well informed before making a purchase.
I like the "inside the waistband" style. Do I need bigger pants for it to fit? I buy my pants a little big but only by an inch.
I like the "inside the waistband" style. Do I need bigger pants for it to fit? I buy my pants a little big but only by an inch.
You can get much better comfort though. Let face it, if a rig is uncomfortable, you'll be less likely to wear it. If not worn, a holster is useless.
OK, but, 'Why' would it be uncomfortable? I recommended one of the most popular undercover law enforcement holsters on the market - The Kramer IWB #3! I've never heard of this holster bothering anyone. Just the opposite, actually. Greg Kramer can't built them fast enough!
i use a Galco Summer Comfort for my sig p239. i also wear a belt made my desantis or boston leather. all my pants are one size larger. i'm really not bothered by wearing an IWB. i guess i just got used to it. this rig seems to work for me. my only suggestion is that you don't go cheap. spend a little extra money on a quality holster and you won't regret it.
What do you recommend for comfort?
Something on the outside of the belt, like an open top.
http://www.highnoonholsters.com/Product_Line/_Slide_Guard/_slide_guard.html
http://www.highnoonholsters.com/Product_Line/_Topless/_topless.html
http://www.highnoonholsters.com/Product_Line/_NFS/_nfs.html
I've got a High Noon Slide Guard and even with an all steel 1911, I forget it's there. I also like the NFS and may be picking one of those up soon.
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El Paso Saddlery offers a couple choices for IWB-their C-Force might work for you-the Glocks are a bit on the thick side, and the C-Force puts the belt retaining strap away from the slide area. Take a look at www.epsaddlery.com.
Turns out a co-worker has a hook up on holsters and other firearm parts. He is offering me a Desantis Cozy Partner inside the waistline holster Brand New in the package for 50$. I found them online for 70$. Does Desantis make a good quality holster?
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I do not have any personal experience with Desantis-I have heard good things about their holsters (as well as the other holster makers mentioned in other postings). If your friend will allow, try the holster for fit and comfort-$50.00 sounds like a great deal to me!
Thanks for the response. I have put it on and worn it around the house a few times. I do not mind it being there. One downfall I found is the rough lining. Are all holsters like that?
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Doug, I wear IWB belts as I feel (MY OPINION) they conceal better with my body build and clothing style.
I have 2 IWB holsters for my 1911 - a Milt Sparks Versa Max II and a Nick Mathews #1.
Comfort for IWB will be based on holster design and material, but also pant size and gun size. Thicker guns may be a bit harder to carry IWB. That is one reason I love my 1911. It is a 4" barrel, single stack and fairly thin. Glocks tend towards the wider side.
Here is my VM2 (www.miltsparks.com) in horsehide/shark in Cordovan:
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Here is my Nick Mathews #1 and dual mag holder in black leather (www.nmholsters.com):
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If you want comfort, go leather. If you are using this for IDPA or something, kydex may be an option. I've seen a few that have a kydex holster but backed by a leather sweat guard and are actually quite comfortable from what I've heard. I can't recall the names right off hand.
IMO, you will get what you pay for, so don't be afraid of buying a quality holster like an Alessi, Sparks, Delfatti, etc. But also realize that for some of them, there is significant wait time involved. I know Top Gun Supply had VM2's in stock earlier today, but they go QUICK!
I have 2 IWB holsters for my 1911 - a Milt Sparks Versa Max II and a Nick Mathews #1.
Comfort for IWB will be based on holster design and material, but also pant size and gun size. Thicker guns may be a bit harder to carry IWB. That is one reason I love my 1911. It is a 4" barrel, single stack and fairly thin. Glocks tend towards the wider side.
Here is my VM2 (www.miltsparks.com) in horsehide/shark in Cordovan:
Here is my Nick Mathews #1 and dual mag holder in black leather (www.nmholsters.com):
If you want comfort, go leather. If you are using this for IDPA or something, kydex may be an option. I've seen a few that have a kydex holster but backed by a leather sweat guard and are actually quite comfortable from what I've heard. I can't recall the names right off hand.
IMO, you will get what you pay for, so don't be afraid of buying a quality holster like an Alessi, Sparks, Delfatti, etc. But also realize that for some of them, there is significant wait time involved. I know Top Gun Supply had VM2's in stock earlier today, but they go QUICK!
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It is just boned leather. Both fit my 1911 like a glove. I can try to shoot some this weekend. I don't have my holster on right now - I'm at work and guns cannot be brought in (federal regulation).
Eh, its alright. I will check one out at a nearby store.
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