gnatshooter Posted May 12, 2014 Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 Friends, As I mentioned in another thread, I was looking at investing in a Browning 1911-22 for concealed carry. I have done the deed. It's a nice shooter, etc., I'm not doing a review here unless requested. My issue is with a concealed carry holster for the little beast. There aren't many holsters on the market for it. Many of them are made from fabric, and, well, they look more like disposable diapers than anything else. They also look bulky. I'm leaning strongly in favor of this holster from D.M. Bullard: You will notice there is no strap over the back of the pistol that holds it down into the holster. Judging from the fact that many holsters on the market don't have a hold-down strap, maybe this is not an issue. But if I'm carrying, say on the riding lawn mower, or crawling into the car at the local shopping mall, or sprinting after a grand-child who looks like she wants to hurl herself into a rain-swollen creek, or suffering a restless two hours in a theater watching a libtard movie, I can see the pistol working its way out. Do those of you who do concealed carry consider a retention strap across the 'hammer area' to be important? These holsters aren't cheap and I want to buy right the first time. P.S. I just got my CCW permit today. Hooray, the State has given me permission to exercise my constitutional right. I feel good about that, sort of. The picture on my gun license looks OK. It's now in a government database. Hm. Too late to change my mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
392heminut Posted May 12, 2014 Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 Gnat, none of my concealed carry holsters have retention straps and I've never had one work loose in any manner. I would think my gun would be more prone to working loose too, It's a 3&1/2" barreled 1911. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
survivalshop Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 If its properly made , your body should give it retention pressure . Nice rig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gnatshooter Posted May 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 Gnat, none of my concealed carry holsters have retention straps and I've never had one work loose in any manner. I would think my gun would be more prone to working loose too, It's a 3&1/2" barreled 1911. Do you wear/carry that thing on a motorcycle or do energetic things with that pistol/holster combination? Most of the time I'm squatting behind a desk and I would trust nearly any holster for that situation, but I want a holster I don't and won't need to worry about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dracomeister Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 Gnat, I carry a RIA Compact 1911 in a Crossbreed IWB holster. Made out of horsehide it conforms to my strong side carry position so well that in shorts and a Tee shirt you can't see it. A bit pricy ($125) but IMHO the best deep cover holster out there. I have several other holsters I've tried over the years but none have a strap and I like the Crossbreed best of all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tripledeuce Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 I usually just stuff mine in the top of my boot. Respectfully Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tripledeuce Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 I had stopped carring my 1911-22 for a while, untill I could really give it a work out. After 2 ,000 rounds, the only problems I'v had was with the crappy Remington bulk ammo. Respectfully Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gnatshooter Posted May 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 Gnat, I carry a RIA Compact 1911 in a Crossbreed IWB holster. Made out of horsehide it conforms to my strong side carry position so well that in shorts and a Tee shirt you can't see it. A bit pricy ($125) but IMHO the best deep cover holster out there. I have several other holsters I've tried over the years but none have a strap and I like the Crossbreed best of all. Draco, Do you have a pic, or a link to a pic, of a 'Crossbreed' holster? There's so many names out there for types, there's pancakes, butterflies, paddles, cops, crossdraw, and most of these look like each other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Microgunner Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 (edited) +1 on 392heminut's post. I own a bunch of CCW holsters for many different handguns and none have a retention strap. A couple do have trigger guard retention devices but using those without I have never lost a firearm from the holster in 28 years. Edited May 13, 2014 by Microgunner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gnatshooter Posted May 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 Nice rig. It does look tasty, doesn't it. Looks like Microgunner and Heminut have solved this issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unforgiven Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 Here ya go brother http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/ but I like this more http://www.whitehatholsters.com/iwb-holsters/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 I've been using CCW holsters for over 10 years. None of yet have retention. http://www.mernickleholsters.com Buy once and you'll never go back. I have three of his holsters and I wear his belt every day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketch Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 I use the soft cus I have soft skin :) iwb they do tend to ride up when getting in or out of the jeep but a quick check and I'm good to walk around. I only carry compact pistol but never had an issue with falling out. Due to my job I have tool bags on all day so this is a problem!? I have two ankle holsters that I hardly know are there anymore. It's an extra step but if I'm not in shorts this is how I carry. They have a retention strap but I can run climb ladders ect.. As for the leather/kydex they work great for others but this is easy for a do it yourself project and save $ check local hardware store for kydex and leather is rather easy to find as well?? Just plan on not liking anything for a few weeks of breakin. There are some under shirt options out there as well 5.11 gear is one. Just some options I've come across from my experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gnatshooter Posted May 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 Here ya go brother http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/ but I like this more http://www.whitehatholsters.com/iwb-holsters/ Crossbreed does not allow you to search for a holster, I can't see how they sell a durn thing. White Hat doesn't offer a holster for a 1911 22. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planeflyer21 Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 That is a sweet little holster! Been looking for a quality leather holster for the girl's 1911-22. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 Do you wear/carry that thing on a motorcycle or do energetic things with that pistol/holster combination? Every single day. 61 miles to work, one way, on the motorcycle most days, no retention strap, no loose pistols - ever. Like Rob says, my 4" 1911 is in a Mernickle high-rider holster. My 4" XD45 is in a Mernickle high-rider holster. ZERO worries about those pistols coming out if I don't want them to. ZERO. The XDS is in a Tagua holster, and it's not coming out either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
392heminut Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 Gnat, I manage to roll up about 5,000 miles a year on my Harley and retention has never been an issue. Also, I NEVER ride without carrying, too many fuking Bandidos around here! As I'm sure you've already figured out, a well fitted holster is the key to not needing retention. I would not even consider carrying a gun in one of those cheap soft nylon holsters without some sort of retention strap, not that I would use one of those things to start with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gnatshooter Posted June 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 7, 2014 Many thanks to you guys for your insights and recommendations for what to look for in a holster. The unit I got from D.M. Bullard perfectly matched what you said about a holster without a strap across the back. Talk about being "tailored"! The sidearm fits perfectly. And it's wicked-good designed to snug up tight against me. The picture they have doesn't do it complete justice. How would they know just how my belt rides and how things line up? It's pure genius. This is an unpaid, unplanned endorsement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Microgunner Posted June 8, 2014 Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 Where the hell are the photos? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gnatshooter Posted June 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 Where the hell are the photos? You'll see a pic if you scroll to the top of the thread. I could put up a pic of me wearing it, but... well, it's concealed carry, so you would never know if there's a holstered pistol anywhere in the pic. Catch-22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Microgunner Posted June 8, 2014 Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 A photo of your rig. Stock photos don't count. You can take it off first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shibiwan Posted June 8, 2014 Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 (edited) Here ya go brother http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/ but I like this more http://www.whitehatholsters.com/iwb-holsters/ I ordered one of these White Hat IWBs about a week ago. Pics when I receive it. :) Edited June 8, 2014 by shibiwan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gnatshooter Posted June 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 A photo of your rig. Stock photos don't count. You can take it off first. OK, here ya go! Click on the thumbnail for a bigger version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Microgunner Posted June 8, 2014 Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 That is a fine looking rig. LOL you took your britches off for the pic. The holster and pistol would've served but I appreciate your commitment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
survivalshop Posted June 8, 2014 Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 There's a woodman in those pants or you have funny skin . <dontknow> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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