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Posted: 12/11/2019 4:57:45 AM EDT
I have always been a more classic style of carrier, I prefer my leather holsters to just about any other kind. Something about a nice firm and well crafted leather holster just makes me happy. Are they the best? Probably not, and if you want something like a flashlight or laser then Kydex is a much better option for sure. But as far as a classic look I think that no one can argue that a nice leather holster, and a nice gun look great together.
So in that spirit, what brands do you guys like? I got a 1791 dark brown holster for my G23 a while back, and just this last week got another for a Shield 9mm. They have great retention and frankly look fantastic. Thick leather too so it has yet to get "floppy" like some brands. Soo what do you guys like? Am I a 29 year old boomer? 
The one on the right is a Wild Bill concealment, that I frankly don't trust whatsoever and am still pissed about to this day (it was originally for a G23 but stretched so much it fit the sig, and I still had to add stitching to make it fit tight) The left two are 1791's and they kick ass  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 5:13:58 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/11/2019 5:15:40 AM EDT
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I like Ryan Grizzle,Milt Sparks for IWB CC,
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Posted: 12/11/2019 5:25:34 AM EDT
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If we're gonna include stingray leather and such then I'm double in!
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Posted: 12/11/2019 5:29:16 AM EDT
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I'll throw in TT Gunleather and MTR Custom leather.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 5:32:15 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryWes is a perfectionist; I have one of his hi-power boosters and it is outstanding
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Posted: 12/11/2019 5:32:22 AM 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: 12/11/2019 6:16:15 AM EDT
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Mitch Rosen Gunleather.
Galco Gunleather. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 6:18:18 AM EDT
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My favorite is a Versacarry, very thick. Made from Water Buffalo hide.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 6:22:36 AM EDT
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I use Galco and DeSantis holsters to hold my HK pistols.I’ve never liked the feel or looks of kydex holsters.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 6:42:20 AM EDT
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Eric Larsen's holsters
 
 I also like Privateer Gun Leather. 
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Posted: 12/11/2019 6:45:03 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
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: 12/11/2019 6:48:22 AM EDT
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Through the years, I have 3 or 4 Galco holsters, 1911, J Frame, Hi-Power if my memory is correct and I still like all of them.
I certain there are much better holsters but these, I'd probably buy again. 
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Posted: 12/11/2019 6:48:49 AM EDT
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My good buddy Dave at Diamond D leather makes the best chest holster known to man.
Guides choice holster. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 6:50:06 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/11/2019 6:50:18 AM 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. I’ve got a 20 year old chest holster that sees every form of terrible weather that AK mountains can throw at it. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 6:52:51 AM EDT
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A high quality leather holster is the best. A less than high quality leather holster is the worst.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 7:20:47 AM EDT
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Nope, nope, nope, nopeGIF https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/33050/leather-holster-ad-nd-1_jpg-1191419.JPG  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 7:22:21 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
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: 12/11/2019 7:29:20 AM 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.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 7:35:48 AM EDT
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Kramer horsehide.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 7:37:30 AM EDT
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I'll throw in TT Gunleather and MTR Custom leather. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 7:40:48 AM 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. https://www.mtrcustomleather.com/product-category/outside-the-waistband-owb/ I have some of their regular holsters and have been happy, I have not seen their work with lights. Maybe someone else can chime in. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 7:41:49 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
A high quality leather holster is the best. A less than high quality leather holster is the worst. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 7:42:56 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: 12/11/2019 7:56:52 AM EDT
[#25]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Check out MTR Custom Leather, they list lights and lasers options: https://www.mtrcustomleather.com/product-category/outside-the-waistband-owb/ I have some of their regular holsters and have been happy, I have not seen their work with lights. Maybe someone else can chime in. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 8:03:12 AM EDT
[#26]
I like leather holsters specifically horse hide.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 8:21:09 AM EDT
[#27]
Yup metal framed guns get leather, protects the finish. Plastic guns get kydex holsters. I will say the plastic guns and holsters are better for use and abuse. Also faster draw from kydex it seems like. Leather tends to drag a bit until broken in nicely. But there's just something special about a nicely made leather holster. Especially like IWB leather, it's more comfortable against skin.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 8:26:16 AM EDT
[#28]
I’ve got a few Mitch Rosen holsters
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Posted: 12/11/2019 8:26:40 AM EDT
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Kydex only...
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Posted: 12/11/2019 8:41:56 AM EDT
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I like them, though I generally prefer hybrid holsters.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 8:52:16 AM EDT
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R Grizzle pocket holsters for me. However, he makes every style you would ever want. Running about 14 weeks right now for a turn around.
R Grizzle Leather Leather pocket holster for P938. I have polished the leather since this pic but I’m too lazy to snap another picture.  Attached FileChocolate Shark Skin for Beretta Pico  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 8:53:44 AM EDT
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it never hurts to have multiple holsters for different situations. Larger pistols probably both an IWB and an OWB. Smaller pistols, maybe both two point and single point IWB or a pocket holster if you carry that way.
Personally, I don't own a carry pistol that doesn't have at least two holsters for different situations. Leather is preferred, but hybrids for IWB can be nice and Kydex for when you don't want to abuse the leather. Get both. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 9:02:00 AM EDT
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I make my own leather holsters. So yeah, I like them and since I make them I know they are good to go.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 9:02:46 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/11/2019 9:11:17 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
I like Ryan Grizzle, TT Gunleather, Kramer. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/390133/IMG_0299_jpg-1191468.JPG |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 9:14:09 AM EDT
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All my holsters are leather. I do own one kydex, but it was a gift and I didn't like it, so it's in a box somewhere. Rocky at Pure Kustom does all my holsters, and he does a hell of a job. I've got a few of his going on several years. Other than some wear marks, they still retain well and are solid.
Rockys' Work |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 9:14:19 AM EDT
[#37]
Kydex for me.. mo betta
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Posted: 12/11/2019 9:22:02 AM EDT
[#38]
Leather only for me.
Can't stand that shit called kydex nor will I ever use it! |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 9:29:04 AM EDT
[#39]
Only use kydex. Leather is inferior for this application.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 9:33:09 AM EDT
[#40]
I only own 2 kydex holsters, I have dozens of leather holsters.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 9:36:07 AM EDT
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My primary edc has been a Kimber Ultra Carry in a Milt Sparks VM2 for about 18 years. The SAME VM2. It's still in good condition, still fits properly and still works great.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 12:29:04 PM EDT
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I prefer leather, but usually carry a Glock 43 in a carbon fiber holster. It’s just more practical.
OWB, I use leather. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 12:33:46 PM EDT
[#43]
Greatly prefer leather, I have some hybrid holster I like too.
Full kydex? Pass. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 12:40:56 PM EDT
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My favorite is an Alessi Talon Plus for my P7 EDC.
The belt clip breaks fairly regularly, but until now Alessi would replace it free. Now, there is no answer to calls or emails. I think they've had a 2nd key employee death after Lou. Looks like it might be the end for Alessi. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 12:51:09 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.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 12:53:24 PM EDT
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Do you wear plastic shoes? Belt? Wallet? |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 12:55:12 PM EDT
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I think they're kind of a requirement for cowboy guns.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 12:57:55 PM EDT
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 El Paso Saddlery, making leather holsters since 1890.
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Posted: 12/11/2019 1:01:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Can you be more specific about these conditions? I've got a 20 year old chest holster that sees every form of terrible weather that AK mountains can throw at it. Kydex does fine submerged in sweat daily, leather not so much. |
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Posted: 12/11/2019 1:05:37 PM EDT
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Kramer is local and makes damn fine stuff, so I try to support when I can. Always loved their IWB holsters.
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