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7/26/2026 7:01:43 AM EDT
Im currently running a T-Rex arms holder for my 5" TRP and Tactical Pro II (both none rail). I enjoy the holster but honestly just want to move back to leather with a 1911. I am currently looking at the Galco Concealment 2.0 as the primary holster I plan to go with. I have looked at some custom ones to include Mitt etc but the lead times are a long way out.

Before I pull the trigger on the Galco, are there any others from different manufactures you all may recommend? My only requirements is OWB around the 5 oclock spot.
7/26/2026 7:37:46 AM EDT
[#1]
Blackhills Leather has had decent lead times for me. Rudy is a great guy. He made a custom holster for my Ruger Alaskan. Top notch quality work.
7/26/2026 11:26:24 AM EDT
[#2]
Check TT Gunleather. I have several IWB and OWB 1911 holsters. Very happy with  them. The lead time is around 1.5 month.
7/26/2026 12:57:48 PM EDT
[#3]
Order the one with the rail

It still works with non railed. Plus you can get horsehide

Or
Im currently waiting on a rhodesion

Ronin custom leather, Ryan Grizzle, kramer, and simply rugged all make good stuff
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7/26/2026 11:50:14 PM EDT
[#4]
Kramer belt scabbard in horse hide is what you seek.  They hold their shape forever!  Excellent retention.
7/27/2026 9:46:13 PM EDT
[#5]
I like Kramer and Desantis 001 for OWB leather.
7/28/2026 1:04:52 AM EDT
[#6]
Another great option is Ritchie gun leather. Was a partner with Lou Alessi and took over the old shop when he died. Impeccable craftsmanship and will last a lifetime
7/28/2026 6:11:16 AM EDT
[#7]
TT Gunleather is very good
7/28/2026 12:52:16 PM EDT
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High noon holsters makes real quality selection.Attached File

...Amongst the 1911 poors...
7/28/2026 1:48:26 PM EDT
[#9]
Leather OWB holsters are the only type I've used for 1911's (and most other handguns) for a couple of decades.

I've tried just about every maker's holsters available and I keep coming back to four due to quality, fit, durability and most importantly comfort.

Warbird Gun leather

TT Gun Leather

Simply Rugged

Milt Sparks

The holsters from those 4 companies have proven themselves to me several times over with a Beltman bull hide belt.

None of them are inexpensive but if you carry every day from pants on until pants off they're worth every penny and then some.
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7/29/2026 12:06:27 AM EDT
[#10]
El Paso Saddlery makes nice holsters.  I've used them for years, just got this one.
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8/1/2026 7:14:32 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By steve88GT:
Kramer belt scabbard in horse hide is what you seek.  They hold their shape forever!  Excellent retention.
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Another vote for Kramer. I also have a Milt Sparks 55BN that I got from Wilson Combat back when they stocked them so you didn't have to wait forever for it, but the Kramer is more comfortable.
8/4/2026 2:30:54 AM EDT
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Warbird Leather holster and carrier.  10+ years old.  Just ordered an Avenger style holster and single magazine carrier last week.


8/4/2026 2:31:51 AM EDT
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Avenger holster
8/5/2026 9:00:41 AM EDT
[#14]
I’ll second the Black Hills Leather recommendation, I have several of their OWB holsters and the are excellent.

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