1911 Leather?

[MrBigIron]

I saw a recent thread here about IWB holsters, but I'm wondering if anyone can recommend a good OWB holster for my (5") Springfield 1911?

The thing is, I don't normally wear a belt. Is there a good option in OWB leather without having to wear a belt? Like a nice leather holster with a synthetic paddle that anchors IWB? Or should I just man-up and wear a belt?


Fred B.

 

[AngeliaH]

Don Hume?

 

[stdreb27]

Man up and wear a belt.

 

[40Arpent]

You'll never get near enough support to carry a 1911 OWB without a belt.

 

[jtyler]

And it needs to be a good heavy belt

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[MrBigIron]

Aye-aye. So with a belt, do you 1911 guys have a favorite OWB rig? I prefer the brown leather and would like to keep it around 40-50 bucks if possible.


Fred B.

 

[Andy]

Is there a good option in OWB leather without having to wear a belt?

In a word, no. Not if you want the holster to stay attached to your pants during the draw, anyway.

I carry mine in a South African clone of the Milt Sparks 55BN, but that might not be of much practical use to you - there's a long wait for those. I would, however, urge you not to cheap out - get something decent like Ryan Grizzle's Working Man

 

[Byrd666]

I would go with a custom made leather OWB belt holster. That way you specify Exactly which gun, style of holster, color, belt size, cant, border stitching, etc. I love a natural finish, or a saddle tan on my holsters, but, they tend to draw a bit more attention to me if I accidentally show my rig when I'm wearing darker shirts/colored clothing. So my choice is normally black for my EDC holster(s). And when you pair that with a well made belt that will not only support the weight but, balance it your hip and help distribute the weight around a bit, it can actually be quite comfortable for all day carry.

The guy that made my last two holsters is up in Oklahoma and does very good work. - Concealed carry holsters from Jeffrey Custom Leather concealment gear - Unfortunately, a custom holster is going to cost quite a bit more than 50 bucks. But, in my opinion, it's money Very well spent.

 

[Charlie]

Don Hume?

'Been carrying my 1911 in a Don Hume 721OT for years. Great holster for the money!

 

[F350-6]

You won't believe the difference a belt with an internal stiffener makes when carrying. A bit more that $50, but mine's lasted me longer than any of the double thick leather belts in the $40 - $50 range that I tried before.

Here's where I got mine. AG Custom Gun Leather | Custom Made Leather Belts Made from Bull Hide

 

[majormadmax]

Tucker & Byrd. They've been making the gun show circuit in Texas for several years now. Top quality products!

 

[franzas]

Wright Leather Works Predator Pancake holster

 

[MrBigIron]

Okay gentlemen, thanks for the insight! I hope to make it to Market Hall on Saturday and maybe I'll see Tucker & Byrd or some other nice holsters. At least I know what to look for now.


Fred B.

 

[MrBigIron]

Btw, that "Workin' Man" rig is pretty much exactly what I'm looking for. Only cheaper. LOL! I know, I know, you get what you pay for and all that. But 200 bucks for a new holster and belt (after tax and/or shipping) just ain't happening right now. Believe me though, I understand the value of a good, reinforced gun belt and quality holster, I really do. But my budget is very tight and I don't carry daily. My $65 Mexican gun belt for my Vaquero worked fine for the dozen or so times I used it over the years. If and when I get to carrying the 1911 daily I will certainly consider investing in a better rig. Like a good scope, I know it's money well spent.


Fred B.

 

[pharmaco]

I carry using a Com II from HBE leatherworks and an Instructor belt from The Wilderness.
Solid, solid holster and belt.

I can carry in shorts and a t-shirt with no problem.

 

[kyletxria1911a1]

Btw, that "Workin' Man" rig is pretty much exactly what I'm looking for. Only cheaper. LOL! I know, I know, you get what you pay for and all that. But 200 bucks for a new holster and belt (after tax and/or shipping) just ain't happening right now. Believe me though, I understand the value of a good, reinforced gun belt and quality holster, I really do. But my budget is very tight and I don't carry daily. My $65 Mexican gun belt for my Vaquero worked fine for the dozen or so times I used it over the years. If and when I get to carrying the 1911 daily I will certainly consider investing in a better rig. Like a good scope, I know it's money well spent.


Fred B.

200.00 aint bad a 5 in is heavy i got mine from cotton inc
It is to remember my younger brother who passed in 08" the belt is starting to give
But i have worn it everyday since 08 so im gonna have to get another.
But this time im going to get stiffeners in this one

 

[Byrd666]

For what it's worth, Eric of HBE leatherworks, makes an awesome CZ holster. Made one for my CZ83 that fits like a glove.

 

[Army 1911]

Tucker, DM Bullard, Monica Kuhn, are three good makes of Texas made holsters. There are more. Maybe I'll see you at Market Hall as I will be there at Ten or earlier. Rafter S usually has a booth there. Good belts and holsters. Just don't order on line from them. PM me and we can meet up.

 

[MrBigIron]

Army, I'd love to meet up with you sometime, but something's come up and it looks like I'm not gonna make the show this weekend. Fortunately, there's a show nearly every weekend in DFW, so maybe next time :-)


Fred B.

 

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