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Posted: 12/11/2019 1:08:40 PM EDT
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I have three Milt Sparks holsters.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 1:12:47 PM EDT
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I like the way leather LOOKS, and once broken it, it feels nice, too.
But....it soaks up sweat like all get out. Here in AZ, sweat is a way of life about 1/2 the year, and any leather I own(ed) started getting soggy, and then became a sweat soaked sponge against the pistol. Kydex for me, please. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 1:15:14 PM EDT
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I have a metric buttload of leather OWB holsters,pocket holsters and one chest holster.
Favorites in no particular order: OWB TT Gunleather (multiples) Warbird Gunleather (multiples) Galco Combat master (multiples) Boomstick holsters Versacarry 1791 Gunleather Simply Rugged chest rig Simply Rugged pocket holster And a few that suck: Desantis OWB Desantis pocket holster Galco stinger |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 1:17:51 PM EDT
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I usually make my own. I have slowed down because I only hand stitch and arthritis makes it difficult. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/35150/DSC00057__1__jpg-1191652.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/35150/DSC00401__1__jpg-1191655.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/35150/DSC00446_jpg-1191659.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/35150/IMG_20170220_174652249_jpg-1191660.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/35150/IMG_20170319_181057641_jpg-1191661.JPG 
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Posted: 12/11/2019 1:20:59 PM EDT
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What grips are those? |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 1:21:57 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/11/2019 1:49:52 PM EDT
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Nope, nope, nope, nopeGIF https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/33050/leather-holster-ad-nd-1_jpg-1191419.JPG The other problem was the owner of that probably used saddle soap or leather balm and that also makes it very pliable. The 1791's and most of the others you see posted all have reinforcement and are made of thicker leather. The Wild Bills holster on the far right, was a POS and had I remembered that was the same maker as the J frame one I got, I would have passed. The J frame has held up better but I also don't wear it daily. I really need to find a nice holster to replace that POS Wild Bill one I have my Sig in. I may be checking out some of the ones posted, as there are some great looking holsters here. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 1:56:08 PM EDT
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Mitch Rosen EXP for me.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 5:56:13 PM EDT
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Sometimes only period-correct leather will do . . .
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Posted: 12/11/2019 9:14:52 PM EDT
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I prefer leather and I roll my own. This is one I made some time ago from horsehide.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 9:32:59 PM EDT
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Mitchell Rosen, Mark Garrity, Josh Bulman, Lou Alessi and Kramer. Mostly when I carried 1911's, Hi-Powers and round guns. Now that it's almost always Glocks, it's usually kydex.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 11:02:19 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/11/2019 11:27:55 PM EDT
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Leather cannot be beat. El Paso, Milt Sparks, Galco or Kirkpatrick's
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Posted: 12/12/2019 1:57:30 PM EDT
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Does anyone make light bearing leather OWB holsters? I’m aware of the mean gene version, but looking for something more classically styled. Aker has them for glocks. Nightingale makes custom rigs, but they're expensive. Like $200+ expensive. Bianchi Reveal 140 is what I've got, cheap and comfortable, but hard to come by sometimes. Optics planet is the only place that carries the reveal for a 92A1 with a light... And we all loathe OP for their shady practices. Ordering through amazon helps, IME. |
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Posted: 12/12/2019 2:14:14 PM EDT
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One of mine, the one that gets used the most so it's not nice and shiny....
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Posted: 12/12/2019 2:23:13 PM EDT
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I have three Milt Sparks holsters. 
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Posted: 12/12/2019 2:33:59 PM EDT
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Yes.
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Posted: 12/12/2019 2:57:54 PM EDT
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My favorite is a Versacarry, very thick. Made from Water Buffalo hide. |
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:02:35 PM EDT
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I have some stingray and beaver tail leather I'm itching to use on a holster and watchband.
For the poster who said leather wouldn't stand up in the conditions you work in... 
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:03:57 PM EDT
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OP’s holsters sure are purdy.
And then, there’s what I carry (there’s a strip of leather) . . .
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:05:43 PM EDT
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I like the way leather LOOKS, and once broken it, it feels nice, too. But....it soaks up sweat like all get out. Here in AZ, sweat is a way of life about 1/2 the year, and any leather I own(ed) started getting soggy, and then became a sweat soaked sponge against the pistol. Kydex for me, please. |
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:07:45 PM EDT
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No leather for me, I want something that will last with hard use. Leather would rot in the conditions I carry.
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:18:44 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:21:21 PM EDT
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Nope, nope, nope, nopeGIF https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/33050/leather-holster-ad-nd-1_jpg-1191419.JPG |
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:24:55 PM EDT
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Leather cannot be beat. El Paso, Milt Sparks, Galco or Kirkpatrick's https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/86202/IMG_1273_JPG-1192458.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/86202/IMG_0944_JPG-1192460.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/86202/DSC00442_JPG-1192463.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/86202/SAA_jpg-1192467.JPG |
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:29:01 PM EDT
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I use and like both leather and kydex.
OP, respectfully, I hope you mount some lights on those pistols. |
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:31:27 PM EDT
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Wilson Summer Companion, elephant hide.
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:32:15 PM EDT
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Get both.
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:34:41 PM EDT
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You guys complaining of soggy or rotting leather should try horsehide.
I have a Ryan Grizzle summer special clone in horsehide for my g19 that spent years at sea. I also have a kramer horsehide scabbard for my redhawk thats gone swimming a few times Both still work like new. Im wearing this Ryan Grizzle horsehide holster right know  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:38:45 PM EDT
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Who makes the Cz75B holster? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Leather cannot be beat. El Paso, Milt Sparks, Galco or Kirkpatrick's https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/86202/IMG_1273_JPG-1192458.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/86202/IMG_0944_JPG-1192460.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/86202/DSC00442_JPG-1192463.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/86202/SAA_jpg-1192467.JPG |
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:51:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryWow those look nice
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:55:23 PM EDT
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Wow those look nice Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:55:46 PM EDT
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I have a HighNoon holster for my G19 that'd I wont wear.
Its bulkier than Kydex, more uncomfortable than kydex... Honestly cant think of one redeming quality other than its really well made. Now I have a Tier1 Concealment for the 19 and a DSG for the 43 and couldnt be happier. |
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:55:55 PM EDT
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Milt Sparks Summer Special if you can handle the wait Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I have three Milt Sparks holsters. 
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:56:40 PM EDT
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Leather only, here. Mainly older H.H. Heiser and George Lawrence.
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Posted: 12/12/2019 3:59:11 PM EDT
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Galco is junk Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Nope, nope, nope, nopeGIF https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/33050/leather-holster-ad-nd-1_jpg-1191419.JPG |
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Posted: 12/12/2019 4:12:33 PM EDT
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Vast majority of my holsters are leather. Just don't like kydex.
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Posted: 12/12/2019 4:14:16 PM EDT
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Kydex for my Shield , leather for the 1911s . Have a Galco which is alright , recently had Paul @ Warbird Leather build me a custom leather and Ostrich trim
 . For my Nighthawk, Beautiful holster . Going to get on the wait list @ Bitterroot GunLeather
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Posted: 12/12/2019 4:24:20 PM EDT
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I have some of each. I prefer leather all in all. Tagua makes some no frills yet solid stuff.
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Posted: 12/12/2019 4:30:50 PM EDT
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I typically had my shoulder harnesses made at the local leather tack shop. Inexpensive and handmade out of quality leather.
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Posted: 12/12/2019 4:41:19 PM EDT
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I love the feel and look of a leather holster. Have bought from many makers, but Milt Sparks got most of my business. My only complaint is the effort it took to present the pistol. Retention was no problem, but my draw was too slow for self defense. I resisted kydex because it seems hard on the pistols, and just seemed cheap.
I found a holster maker that makes leather lined kydex holsters, Garrett at giholstersdot com. They seem to be the best of both worlds, with the advantages of both leather and kydex with few of the disadvantages. I carry OWB with the STX model and couldnt be happier. |
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Posted: 12/12/2019 5:17:29 PM EDT
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I've been carrying this rig daily for several years. You merely have to clean and maintain your leather holster to prevent it's degradation.
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Posted: 12/12/2019 5:19:27 PM EDT
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I used to carry Milt Spark Summer Special II holsters and also used them in IDPA competition for years but got tired of having to replace a hundred dollar holster after every summer. My sweaty ass would turn them black.
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Posted: 12/12/2019 5:22:05 PM EDT
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I used to carry Milt Spark Summer Special II holsters and also used them in IDPA competition for years but got tired of having to replace a hundred dollar holster after every summer. My sweaty ass would turn them black. 
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Posted: 12/13/2019 5:18:04 AM EDT
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I prefer leather and I roll my own. This is one I made some time ago from horsehide. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/51070/7CF2C7EB-1808-4707-B504-299D79385C76_1_201_a_jpeg-1192256.JPG One more- https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/51070/7CDD2CEC-2886-48D4-86A5-96DD4E6C761E_1_201_a_jpeg-1192267.JPG Quoted:
I use and like both leather and kydex. OP, respectfully, I hope you mount some lights on those pistols. I plan on getting some soonish, The Sig has incredible night sights on it so that's my nightstand gun. The Glocks are fading but work and the Shield has standard dots, so I plan on upgrading those eventually. My biggest focus right now is getting all the guns and mags I could ever potentially want as VA has gone full retard. And being a poor has not helped that. |
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Posted: 12/13/2019 5:47:07 AM EDT
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You guys complaining of soggy or rotting leather should try horsehide. I have a Ryan Grizzle summer special clone in horsehide for my g19 that spent years at sea. I also have a kramer horsehide scabbard for my redhawk thats gone swimming a few times Both still work like new. Im wearing this Ryan Grizzle horsehide holster right know https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/433221/20191212_143131_jpg-1193077.JPG My CompTac CTAC is 15 years old the the leather tabs have been replaced several time due to rot, I have to use stainless hardware otherwise it rust away. And besides that I don't want a thick leather holster stuffed in my waist band, I don't want to buy special pants because my carry setup is so damn thick. For OWB I can see using leather and it would last longer but would still rather use kydex because of thinness, ease of modifying, retention systems and expense. Leather looks great but I couldn't care less, appearance is a useless feature. |
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Posted: 12/13/2019 5:49:28 AM EDT
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steel guns get leather. Plastic guns get plastic.
I'll add the custom leather guy from 1911 forum (ColtHamerless) as he makes stuff as nice as VM but less money. |
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Posted: 12/13/2019 5:57:21 AM EDT
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It is a simple as this, in my situation, leather will absorb sweat and will never dry out if carried daily, it will hold that moisture against the gun causing rust and the eventual rotting of the leather. Being at sea for years is different than being in the sea for years. Getting wet a few times then being allowed to dry is different than being soaked in it everyday. My CompTac CTAC is 15 years old the the leather tabs have been replaced several time due to rot, I have to use stainless hardware otherwise it rust away. And besides that I don't want a thick leather holster stuffed in my waist band, I don't want to buy special pants because my carry setup is so damn thick. For OWB I can see using leather and it would last longer but would still rather use kydex because of thinness, ease of modifying, retention systems and expense. Leather looks great but I couldn't care less, appearance is a useless feature. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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You guys complaining of soggy or rotting leather should try horsehide. I have a Ryan Grizzle summer special clone in horsehide for my g19 that spent years at sea. I also have a kramer horsehide scabbard for my redhawk thats gone swimming a few times Both still work like new. Im wearing this Ryan Grizzle horsehide holster right know https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/433221/20191212_143131_jpg-1193077.JPG My CompTac CTAC is 15 years old the the leather tabs have been replaced several time due to rot, I have to use stainless hardware otherwise it rust away. And besides that I don't want a thick leather holster stuffed in my waist band, I don't want to buy special pants because my carry setup is so damn thick. For OWB I can see using leather and it would last longer but would still rather use kydex because of thinness, ease of modifying, retention systems and expense. Leather looks great but I couldn't care less, appearance is a useless feature. Id still recommend horsehide. It is thinner than cowhide, stiffer, and doesnt absorb moisture like it either. Its not about looks. I recomended it for comfort and longer lifespan than kydex as it wont crack. |
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Posted: 12/13/2019 6:03:10 AM EDT
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My Glocks get kydex, but all of my 1911 and revolver holsters are leather. I like Milt Sparks and El Paso Saddlery.
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Posted: 12/16/2019 1:37:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You make a really fine looking holster, I particularly like the groove cut for the grip. I would pay top dollar for one like that |
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