Appendix carry 1911..opinion

[The_Watcher]

I am searching for an SME for a 1911 but i have zero issue carrying a G17 and an HK45 appendix (also smaller guns like a P228 and G19, Shield etc). I am really looking forward to a leather AIWB for a 1911.

[newyork]

Have you written John Ralston of 5 Shot?

[The_Watcher]

Have you written John Ralston of 5 Shot?

Negative, I have heard there is over a one year wait- I am willing to look around for another month before placing my own order

Not only that- but i just checked his website and it states he is not taking orders. The message is dated 2014 though.

[newyork]

Try their Facebook.

[Grip]

Only issue I have AIWB with my 4" 1911 is the beavertail gets uncomfortable if sitting for hours. Could be the holster, my terrible posture, or the level I wear my pants at.
Hides great, having the all steel gun closer to center seems to ride better.

Same. I carry my commander 1911 some days, but the beaver tail is the annoying part after a while.

[msp1jpp]

I find appendix carry hard to sit down with or bend over without jabbing. Normal build and stature.

[johnnyrebel87]

Dese 1 year waits doh. Ridiculous to even take orders when you are already months/years behind.

[straitR]

Dese 1 year waits doh. Ridiculous to even take orders when you are already months/years behind.

A waitlist for anything highly desirable is quite common, and more so when said items are handmade. Doesn't matter if were talking holsters, knives, cars, or boots.

I found mine used, but like new, after expressing interest on another board. After using it for 8 months, I'd say it would be well worth the wait for those inclined to do so. Never hurts to contact John and hop on his list, as I've also heard the wait can be considerably shorter. I've carried AIWB for just over four years, most of that with Glocks in a Keeper or JMCK. Those are both outstanding AIWB holsters, and were quite comfortable, but I'll never go back to kydex after using the SME.

[newyork]

I see barely used SME for sale a couple times a month. Just saw one yesterday actually. Scour forum for sale sections.

[alcante262]

What is the name and maker of that holster?Thanks