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OWB Sidearm holster options?
NSAECHIN:
Hey everyone, I picked up a Glock 20 10mm to use as my side arm for protection against predators etc.
I have looked at various OWB holsters but not sure which one to get. The traditional OWB holster on the belt gets caught up with my rifle when I am hunting from previous experience.
I see that Blackhawk makes their tactical thigh holsters but I would prefer a quicker draw when in that situation since Blackhawks holster have various release points to get handgun out. I know it takes practice etc but to master it in a stress scenario would be tough.
What does everyone have as their OWB holster for their side arms?
whitey:
Blackhawk makes a very good holster.
I carry my Springfield XD40 subcompact in a Blackhawk CQC with serpa lock. Love it.
But because it goes on your belt you will still have the problem, but the tactical holster might be a good choice.
Regardless Blackhawk is good stuff.
How about a shoulder rig?
papisjeep:
i like fobus
jdb:
Cross draw
whack em:
I had the same question a little over a year ago, and drove myself nuts looking for the right option (too many out there, with too many opinions). A thigh holster would work for quick draw if you got it a little higher on your hip. I've used one at work, and ran the single leg strap instead of double, getting it higher on my hip closer to a comfortable draw spot. However, I didn't care for the added bulk while hunting. What I found that works best for me was a Safariland ALS holster. It keep the gun close so its not getting caught on branches and what not. It is also low enough that it sits below the hip belt of each of my packs. I do a fair amount of mtn biking into where I hunt, and it's never been in the way nor uncomfortable either. As far as clearing my rifle when I do carry one (I'm a dirty bowhunter :IBCOOL:), I don't really notice it giving me a problem getting hung up on the sling.
Here's the links to what model I run:
http://www.safariland.com/retention/model-6395-als-low-ride-level-i-retention-duty-holster-32206.html
http://www.safariland.com/retention/model-6390-als-mid-ride-level-i-retention-duty-holster-30587.html
I chose the low ride of the two, and it works great. Once it came in the mail, I removed the thumb guard, because I'm not worried about someone trying to steal my gun off my hip, and I saw it as something easy to get caught on.
Sorry for rambling, just offering my :twocents:
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