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Posted: 12/5/2013 3:56:43 PM EDT

So I have a Glock 21 and already have a Raven Concealment Vanguard 2 & a Zero Concealment Felon Holster and double mag pouch in orange. I'm working security right now & am armed, but have to use my own gun. The problem is, I need an OWB holster that is black, not orange.... No I will not spray paint my custom holster black!!! I don't wanna buy another nice holster unless its a light bearing holster in which case I am gonna buy a Surefire X300 which I have always wanted and a holster for it, probably another Zero Concealment. Or..... Just get a cheap ass Fobus? What say u? $250 Vs. $20...

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Posted: 12/5/2013 4:08:24 PM EDT

[#1]

If you want something as a temporary measure between now and when you pull the trigger on the surefire and a holster for it,

I'd buy one of these before I went with a Fobus.

IMI

They're beefier than the typical fobus and still relatively inexpensive.

Also - take a good look through the equipment exchange here and the used holster bin at your local gunshop / surplus store.
If there's one gun that there are a ton of holsters for floating around - it's a Glock. I see used PD holsters for Glocks and Sigs all the time.

Posted: 12/5/2013 4:15:34 PM EDT

[#2]

Since you're working security, you might want something with a little more retention (not that kydex doesn't have decent hold) like a Safariland ALS. Those can be had for around $50. You can get them with or without the light bearing feature.

Posted: 12/5/2013 5:02:57 PM EDT

[#3]

Serpa level 2 duty

love mine and you can use a regular paddle on it

Posted: 12/5/2013 5:37:10 PM EDT

[#4]

My first choice would be BLACK DUCT TAPE. My second choice on the cheap would be Blackhawk Serpa Sportster, which can be had for about $30.

Posted: 12/5/2013 7:10:08 PM EDT

[#5]

heres one

a little more spendy

what I use

links ar efor reference as far as some options i found. I also recommend armslist, the EE, shop online

Posted: 12/6/2013 7:20:04 AM EDT

[#6]

DSG Alpha

Posted: 12/6/2013 7:59:32 AM EDT

[#7]

$15

Posted: 12/6/2013 4:36:42 PM EDT

[#8]

Why the orange? It's just orange kydex...paint dat bitch....or go buy a roll of black duck tape and apply a layer of black tape over the orange. Peel off when you want it back to orange.

I would vote to get a new holster if you can afford it. Having options is always very nice.

I use a DSG that has already been mentioned. I love it.

Posted: 12/6/2013 4:38:46 PM EDT

[#9]

Can of Plasti dip for $8. Peel it off when you get a new holster.

Posted: 12/6/2013 7:41:24 PM EDT

[#10]

Thanks guys for all the suggestions. Im almost wondering about using a sheet of Velcro with the adhesive backing? cut to size and stick on. It would look better than duck tape & less of a mess to remove

Posted: 12/6/2013 7:45:29 PM EDT

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I've been using that for the last 16 years.

As long as I'm not carrying a light bearing Glock, the Glock factory holster is my #1 choice for OWB carry.

Those things will last a LONG time, are cheap, light, soft polymer (kind of bendy) somewhat silent at draw and their retention level is -very- good.

Here's what mine looks like

Two thumbs up.

HTR.

Posted: 12/6/2013 9:55:39 PM EDT

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Ended up going with this. High quality at a dirt cheap price, figured it would work well for when I go backpacking too
http://www.lapolicegear.com/tact-lph.html

Posted: 12/7/2013 5:32:31 AM EDT

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Posted: 12/7/2013 5:34:28 AM EDT

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Ended up going with this. High quality at a dirt cheap price, figured it would work well for when I go backpacking too

http://www.lapolicegear.com/tact-lph.html

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I hate snap holster cause they always seem to fail on videos on youtube, and in person.

Guns fall out and snapping them together takes forever.

ETA: You are making a big mistake going cheap on a duty holster. I myself am doing security, and going toward my carry license and when I get it I am going to get either a Safariland or G-code. I say pony out the credit get the X300 and a great holster for it.

Posted: 12/7/2013 7:56:03 AM EDT

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I second this.

Posted: 12/7/2013 9:23:52 AM EDT

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Since you're working security, you might want something with a little more retention (not that kydex doesn't have decent hold) like a Safariland ALS. Those can be had for around $50. You can get them with or without the light bearing feature.

http://www.copquest.com/23-0856.jpg

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This would be my suggestion. If you're open carrying for a security job I'd use a duty holster like the ALS.

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Posted: 12/14/2013 6:26:51 PM EDT

[#17]

Just an update. I got my holster in & will be returning it. While Tactical Tailor is a great company, this holster just doesn't work for me. Its just too damn cumbersome.... The search continues, may just fork up the cash for a good duty holster

Maybe this
http://www.skdtac.com/Ready-Tactical-Holster-p/rdt.203.htm

Posted: 12/14/2013 10:42:58 PM EDT

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Since you're working security, you might want something with a little more retention (not that kydex doesn't have decent hold) like a Safariland ALS. Those can be had for around $50. You can get them with or without the light bearing feature.

http://www.copquest.com/23-0856.jpg

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This is what I would use.

Posted: 12/14/2013 10:43:32 PM EDT

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I use a ReadyTac for my 34 3-gun setup and couldn't be happier with it. If you want something similar to what you currently have you should consider Shadow Holsters.

Posted: 12/15/2013 11:34:57 AM EDT

[#20]

Going to Home Depot to pick up a can of Plasti Dip for $6. I'll test it out on something first. If its easy enough to remove I will spray down my holster and double mag pouch. Thanks again guys