Holster Opinions

[4XLT]

ok i bought a Springfield 1911 a few months ago, i have been wanting a good OC holster..

i have decided on a serpa but which one? i know allot of you use the tactical level 2 which i have been looking at but i also like the CQC model...

i am wondering the difference other than the physical size of the holster..
pros
cons ??

[XD40coyote]

If you have any interest in a leather thumb break holster, I can make them for 1911's.

[4XLT]

thanks coyote.. i wouldnt mind a leather with a thumb break.... was looking at a few online but they are all in the $100.00 range.. i have recently lost my job and actually shoudlnt even worry about a holster but was looking at the CQC holster for $43 bucks...

always love the look and feel of leather though so that is an option !

[renegadephoenix]

i like the CQC Serpa for my sigs.

pros: good quality, strong construction, secureley holds the firearm in place. option of pancake or belt slide.

haven't found any cons yet

[BTA88]

She's a pleasure to work with, as well. She's been building me a whole setup, holster, mag pouch and belt, and from what I've seen so far, it looks great

I'll also be trying the Serpa soon, but I don't particularly trust plastic.

[fingers80002]

I'm going with a Serpa for the Para, if it ever gets built.

The Kimber MUST be on leather!!!!!!

[XD40coyote]

Originally Posted by 4XLT

thanks coyote.. i wouldnt mind a leather with a thumb break.... was looking at a few online but they are all in the $100.00 range.. i have recently lost my job and actually shoudlnt even worry about a holster but was looking at the CQC holster for $43 bucks...

always love the look and feel of leather though so that is an option !

Well go with your budget then, not much you can do if you lost your job. I have a serpa level 2, has adjustable belt loops and adjusts for cant. I like it, but it sticks out more from the body than a leather pancake holster, and I need a sturdier belt for it too.

As to BTA88- I need a dbl check on the XD45 mag measurements. Belt stuff should be here today, but I haven't seen any sign of UPS. The holster I made- I have been having OCD attacks over it and am considering making another/redoing that is more sturdy with the belt loop ( no extra charge, just my fussyness). I also ordered 1 3/4 belt stuff for myself, my pants loops are all max 1 3/4. Yours will be 2" as ordered.

Fingers, you need a leather holster for a kimber? Is a standard framed 1911, yes?

[fingers80002]

Originally Posted by XD40coyote

Well go with your budget then, not much you can do if you lost your job. I have a serpa level 2, has adjustable belt loops and adjusts for cant. I like it, but it sticks out more from the body than a leather pancake holster, and I need a sturdier belt for it too.

As to BTA88- I need a dbl check on the XD45 mag measurements. Belt stuff should be here today, but I haven't seen any sign of UPS. The holster I made- I have been having OCD attacks over it and am considering making another/redoing that is more sturdy with the belt loop ( no extra charge, just my fussyness). I also ordered 1 3/4 belt stuff for myself, my pants loops are all max 1 3/4. Yours will be 2" as ordered.

Fingers, you need a leather holster for a kimber? Is a standard framed 1911, yes?

Yes, but I have something very specific in mind, not easy to find.

[4XLT]

ok so is there much of a difference between the level 2 and the CQC ?

looks like the level 2 is aimed more toward pistol protection and the CQC is more of a minimal approach ... i liek the CQC because my 1911 is shiney and deserves to be ogled by the general public !!

[fingers80002]

Originally Posted by 4XLT

ok so is there much of a difference between the level 2 and the CQC ?

looks like the level 2 is aimed more toward pistol protection and the CQC is more of a minimal approach ... i liek the CQC because my 1911 is shiney and deserves to be ogled by the general public !!

Ummmmm, CQC, is level II............