Holsters

**Stubby** · 04-28-13, 13:40

Hey all, just got my para 1911 single stack in yesterday and I am now in the market for a holster, what does everyone out there use? What material should I go with? Leather? The plastic type? It will be used for daily carry at my ranch. Any input is appreciated!

**David Thomas** · 04-28-13, 13:48

Leather.
Valovak from Alex Nossar
IBS from 5 Shot Leather
ISP-LP from Matt Del Fatti

The only kydex I have liked for the 1911 so far is from Blade tech, but it is for competition.

**Army Chief** · 04-28-13, 14:01

Good choices there.

I'd also recommend the Sparks VM-II and Brommeland Max Con V for IWB carry. Just remember to invest in a good belt while you are at it.

AC

**Stubby** · 04-28-13, 14:02

I have a thick leather western belt that I wear every day... Will that do? What kind of belt would you recommend?

**David Thomas** · 04-28-13, 14:25

Thick by itself may not be good enough. However, your belt might be ok. I wear a Matt Del Fatti belt everyday. I also really like Mitch Rosen's belt. The Beltman belts are of a much lower quality than those previously mentioned, but do the job and are cheaper.

**Army Chief** · 04-28-13, 14:29

Rigidity is more important than thickness where gunbelts are concerned. Generally, I'd say that if you buy a belt from the same place you ante up for a high-quality holster, you'll be getting a lifetime product that will serve you well.

AC

**David Thomas** · 04-28-13, 15:02

Originally Posted by Army Chief

Rigidity is more important than thickness where gunbelts are concerned. Generally, I'd say that if you buy a belt from the same place you ante up for a high-quality holster, you'll be getting a lifetime product that will serve you well.

AC

AC, as usual, you say it better than I do.

Stubby,
to give an example of AC's point:
The double thick Filson belt is a very thick, robust belt. It is not a gun belt because it is not rigid at all. The heavier the pistol, the more important it is for the belt to be rigid.

**Shorts** · 04-28-13, 15:03

re: gun belts

You want a double stack gun belt, not just a thick belt. The grain, two grain faces are what makes the belt sturdy. The standard gun belt is 1.5" wide, comprised of two 7/8oz straps, which makes for a thickness of almost 1/4" thick. You can also get them in 1.75" & 1.25". Most holster makers build belts so I'd recommend buying your carry rig all together. It makes for continuity between hardware, belt loops & straps and dye color.

**Stubby** · 04-28-13, 15:13

Originally Posted by Shorts

re: gun belts

You want a double stack gun belt, not just a thick belt. The grain, two grain faces are what makes the belt sturdy. The standard gun belt is 1.5" wide, comprised of two 7/8oz straps, which makes for a thickness of almost 1/4" thick. You can also get them in 1.75" & 1.25". Most holster makers build belts so I'd recommend buying your carry rig all together. It makes for continuity between hardware, belt loops & straps and dye color.

Very good point! I'll have to do some shopping around. Thanks all