Gunbelt for IWB holsters?

[haslethandgunner]

Now that I am carrying more regularly I wondered if there is a benefit to a belt specifically designed for CHL? The ones you see that are supposedly thicker,curved etc. How many use them when carrying with IWB holsters?

I generally carry either a glock 19, but have a new Taurus PT1911 and wondered if due to weight, if it would be more comfortable or will my current dress belts work?

 

[Jon Payne]

Check out this article. http://www.texasguntalk.com/forums/beginner-articles/19168-how-choose-your-gear.html

Let me know if I can help.

 

[Texas42]

In my experience, the IWB holsters don't need the support that other kinds of holsters needs. You do need to have a belt that is a little longer.

 

[hogrider]

I have to somewhat disagree Chris. If you are on the robust side, you need all the support you can get. So a good belt is worth it's weight.

 

[haslethandgunner]

Thanks guys for all the input! I am less robust then a year ago, and have been using my old belts. I may pick up one just to see if it makes a difference. Are some better then others or will any 'gun belt' designed for the purpose do the job?

 

[hogrider]

I've been pleased with Bullhide Belts at Welcome to BullHide Belts -

 

[Bithabus]

Good belt is essential.

I like Wilderness and Beltman.

 

[atticus]

The Beltman rules! Good, good belt.

 

[haslethandgunner]

Thanks again guys for your input. I skimped for a while on holsters then bought a good iwb for my glock and it made a world of difference. I won't make the same mistake on a belt.

Thanks

 

[haslethandgunner]

The Beltman rules! Good, good belt.

OK, Just ordered a 'quick ship' belt......Looking forward to seeing the difference.

 

[SIG_Fiend]

I use a CompTac gun belt, and it works pretty well:

Gun Belts & Apparel - products new home - Kydex Reinforced Contour Belts

 

[MR Redneck]

Im getting one of these.........but for twin 1911's with 45* cant and cross draw.

And one of these, firts...

 

[hogrider]

That's a good looking shoulder rig. Who makes it?

 

[Texas42]

That's a good looking shoulder rig. Who makes it?

+1
Very nice holsters.

 

[Vellcrow]

I don't use a IWB holster, but I am a strong believer in the use of a dedicated gun belt. I have been using the Galco CSB7 COP belts for several years now.

CopsPlus.com: Galco Holsters CSB7 1.5 Wide COP Belt

 

[Greg_TX]

I use a CompTac gun belt, and it works pretty well:

I have the same and it works very well - ordered it along with my Minotaur holster. Felt like a barrel hoop at first, but now it's comfortable enough to wear as an everyday belt.

 

[atacorion]

I run either a Blackhawk assault riggers belt or now I found a new belt from Ares gear that is awesome, super support very thick durable and it has a locking buckle. Available in black green or Tan and is made with the heavy duty nylon/cordura from a Scuba rig. I think Chris Costa and Travis Haley run these in the
MAgpul Pistol DVD so check em out them are about 85$ but well worth the cost. Its so stout I plan on running it as my aircrew setup when I fly with my reserve unit.

 

[TheDan]

If you're on a budget, the 5.11 belt with their "Permastiff™ insert" is pretty good. I bought some pants on sale and got the belt for free. Best free belt I've ever had, lol...

 

[haslethandgunner]

Got my Beltman 'quickship' belt yesterday. Ok, I can definitely see a difference, more with my 1911 then my Glock 19. That is one thick belt! Thanks again guys for the information.

 

[San Antone RR]

Beltman. Mine is a double layered one with the plastic stiffener. No buckle. It is the velcro one. I wear this when I can't wear my Beltster.