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Title: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Weehunt66 on December 15, 2011, 06:34:36 PM
What would be a good choice for a holster for a M1911 ??  Some thing I could use when I go hiking.


Thanks
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Wa hunter on December 15, 2011, 06:50:35 PM
I like my blackhawk holsters, especially for hunting or hiking. Your trigger is covered, latch system works well and easy to use"gun wont fall out if you un-buckle your pants".  The holser comes with a pattle or belt thred thru type of adapter.  And it is made of plastic so if it rains your gun is not stuck rusting in a leather holster.
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Typical8 on December 15, 2011, 07:03:53 PM
I may know a place!
Www.blade-tech.com
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Biggerhammer on December 15, 2011, 09:01:10 PM
Ive used many different types and for me, hands down for my 1911's I have settled on Raven, esspecialy when it comes to concealed carry and when packing a 1911 with a tac light attached. I still use a Galco every now and then but the Raven is bullet proof, fast. The Raven can be carried inside or outside the pants with a simple accessory change. They had a faster delivery time when they first came out, the last couple I ordered took 14 weeks for delivery but well worth the money for a rugged , quality, professional system.

http://www.ravenconcealment.com/
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: thinkingman on December 16, 2011, 09:17:22 AM
Outdoor open carry on the Wetside, I use basic Uncle Mikes nylon.
Simple, cheap, dependable retention and positive access.
And it dries the same each time.
Has worked for me for years.
I have had rub marks from using stiff plastic that rely on tension to secure the firearm.  holsters that got a little dust/grit inside and the pressure of sliding the piece in the holster abraded the finish.
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Biggerhammer on December 16, 2011, 10:15:03 AM
Wear marks are enevitable with any holster with any handgun, esspecialy when one carries all the time and the handgun holster combo is constantly in motion, in out out of vehicles and such. Stainless handguns or slides reduce the apparent wear but it's still there upon close inspection. I purchase my handguns to be used, I'll jam a 2k 1911 in Kydex as quick as I would a 500.00 Glock. My safe holds no " Queens " ;)
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: uplandhunter870 on December 16, 2011, 11:24:00 AM
for IWB i use a gote (maybe spelled goat), either way it supports the weapon great and it doesnt rub during hot weather. it uses pressure from your belt to help keep everything in place but the plastic in the holster can be heated and molded to the weapons shape, i put the holster in my oven to get it soft then put my kimber in the holster applied pressure and let it cool with the pistol in it. my pistol doesnt move around when im walking and is still pretty easy to draw.

for OWB i use a cheap Uncle Mikes, but i hardly ever carry OWB with my 1911
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: dannysdaddy on December 16, 2011, 11:33:32 AM
I use a kramer iwb holster.  kinda spendy and it takes a bit to get them but it is hands down worth every bit.  very comfortable and very precicely made.
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: 400out on December 16, 2011, 11:37:48 AM
I may know a place!
Www.blade-tech.com
:yeah: PM me I have one I might need built  ;)
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Helix on December 16, 2011, 11:55:49 AM
When Hiking and hunting I carry my 1911 in a Blackhawk drop leg holster on an unclemikes duty belt.  This way it says out of the way of my pack waist band and is still on my hip if I take my pack off.  For concield carry there are a million options that will depend on the way you dress.  I like an IWB holder on the strong side 3 o'clock for me.  9:00 for a lefty.  I try to avoid SOB carry due to how easy it is to sweep your vitals during the draw stroke. 
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Alchase on December 16, 2011, 01:02:05 PM
For IWB I use a Galco Kingtuk:
http://www.usgalco.com/HolsterPT3.asp?ProductID=4241&CatalogID=7
 IT is the most comfortable IWB I have tried.

If money was no option, and you do not mind a 1/2 year wait, a Milt Sparks Versa Max II:
http://www.miltsparks.com/VM-2.htm
Milt Sparks Versa Max II is very close to the comfort of the Kingtuk, and a work of art with a price tag to match.

OWB, Blackhwak Serpa II:
http://www.blackhawk.com/product/SERPA-CQC-wMatte-Finish,1145,1410.htm
I have three, one on my pack (beltloop), one on my Monster fanny pack (beltloop), and one to throw on whatever I am wearing at the time (paddle). They also sell quick-disconnects so you can use the same holter on many locations.
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: madcow41 on December 18, 2011, 09:35:46 AM
I don't  like to carry my weapons with me when I hike, too much hassle for extra weight that I can do without
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: KillBilly on December 18, 2011, 09:54:21 AM
Diamond D,  Guides Choice,  Chest Holster
(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi289.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fll238%2FHannibal47%2Fguide.jpg&hash=508f1d5913dc48a164dd945a3f64adf174dd92c6)

With this holster you don't really feel the weight. Order it for your 1911 and if fit's. Slightly spendy but worth the money in my opinion. I find mine to be the best choice I ever made. Also great to wear while driving, never in the way. It doesn't conflict with my backpack or daybag straps.
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Alchase on December 19, 2011, 11:46:01 AM
Nice rig KB!
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: 300rum on December 19, 2011, 02:45:04 PM
For a 1911, I prefer a yaqui. 
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: fremont on December 20, 2011, 08:18:15 PM
Milt Sparks Versa-Max II IWB

NO QUESTIONS ASKED / HANDS DOWN

 :twocents:
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Wacenturion on December 20, 2011, 10:00:25 PM
Milt Sparks Versa-Max II IWB

NO QUESTIONS ASKED / HANDS DOWN

 :twocents:

 :yeah:  You get what you pay for in holsters.  Worth the wait and the cost. 
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Alchase on December 21, 2011, 10:13:50 AM
Milt Sparks Versa-Max II IWB

NO QUESTIONS ASKED / HANDS DOWN

 :twocents:

 :yeah:  You get what you pay for in holsters.  Worth the wait and the cost. 

I would have to agree, though I have tried a VM II side by side with the Galco King Tuk and Crossbreed, and both the King Tuk and Crossbreed were more comfortable. The King Tuk was the most comfortable of the three, but you could not go wrong with either.

Having said that, the VM II is an investment and really a work of art. The craftmanship is top notch. The only reason I have not bought one is the 26+ week waiting period to get it.
I am an instant gratification kinda guy, lol.
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: MP123 on December 21, 2011, 11:15:17 AM
Anyone know of a 1911 holster with a longer drop?  I'm not really looking for a thigh rig just something that will hang lower off the belt so it doesn't interfere with my pack waist strap.

With my smaller pack that doesn't have a waistband I use a IWB I got from Wilson Combat.  It works great like that but with a waistband pack it's a no go.

I like that one in the picture from KillBilly but it might be a little "in your face" on some of the tree hugger populated trails around here.  I like full concealment but it doesn't really seem possible with a pack on.
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on December 22, 2011, 10:33:10 PM
For me the most comfortable way to carry a 1911 is in a horizontal shoulder rig.

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bianchi-intl.com%2Fprodimages%2FX16B_l.jpg&hash=6d338eb79e3772fb4e050640c636e4e64a7c0b5b)

http://www.bianchi-intl.com/product/Prod.php?TxtModelID=X16B

Mine doesn't interfere with shoulder straps or waist strap on a day pack or my binos. When hiking, I don't things hanging off my hips or even a thy rig.

-Steve
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: RB on December 22, 2011, 10:41:36 PM
 :yeah:
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Snopczynski on December 23, 2011, 12:17:31 AM
I like a Serpa for open carry on the belt with the government model. For concealed with an ultra compact it would be a Mernickle PS6.
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: huntandjeep on December 23, 2011, 09:00:13 PM
I carry my Kimber in a Galco and love it.
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Bigshooter on December 23, 2011, 11:23:48 PM
http://www.epsaddlery.com/c-23-shoulder-holsters.aspx
Title: Re: Best choice for a holster for a M1911
Post by: Hyde on December 26, 2011, 10:30:55 PM
I bought one of these:
 
http://www.pacificcanvasandleather.com/holsters/pcl_56_r.htm

Nice rig for the price.  I used half a bottle of baseball glove conditioner on mine, made a world of difference.  I like this rig because it works well with a back pack on.  You can adjust the holster to ride closer to the center of your chest if you want, or keep it tucked under your arm.  I also bought one of their double mag pouches.  I recommend these items if you want to save a few bucks.  El Paso also makes one that looks to be much higher quality, but for the money, I like this one.

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