Holster for my new 1911

[Tom Threetoes]

I finally bought me a 1911, a 5 inch Magnum Research. Now I need a nice holster to carry it. I wanted a shoulder rig but nice ones cost a third of the price i gave for the gun. I want something to protect my pistol from getting beat up while riding my side by side or banging on the door of my truck while getting in and out. I had to take the custom grips off my 44 revolver because they were starting to get some bumps and scratches but I don't want to change them on my 1911. Being a big guy doesn't help matters either.

 

[mark40sw]

Bianchi universal military holster with flap provides protection but a small part of the gun grip will still be exposed.

A tanker or chest holster style will keep the gun from getting hit. I have a galco kodiak with bandolier for S&W500 but it wasn't cheap.

 

[88E30M50]

I like Kramer Horsehide holsters. But. They are expensive and take a while to get. There are lots of options for a 1911 though that are reasonably priced and easy to get.

Don't be afraid of letting your pistol accumulate the patina of EDC. There's a big difference between an abused pistol and the patina of a carried pistol. Carry that gun for a decade or two and every bit of the patina will be your favorite part of the gun. 1911s have the ability to build a beautiful patina that plastic guns could only dream of.

 

[63PGP]

I like Kramer Horsehide holsters. But. They are expensive and take a while to get.

This!!! I second Kramer and third, fourth, fifth and so on. Order one from Kramer and get a cheap other holster. When the Kramer arrives, you will realize why so many people like them. You'll never wear the other holster again.

I looked at Kramer's website for years and talked myself out of one mostly due to wait time. Then in Feb I broken down and ordered an IWB for my SW 586 L Comp. After a few days break in, its perfect. Kicking myself for not ordering one for other pistols years ago. I have another one order for a 1911. Should show up near my BDay this winter.

 

[ECS686]

As far as Leather I really love my Galco Avenger.

 

[DadSmith]

I finally bought me a 1911, a 5 inch Magnum Research. Now I need a nice holster to carry it. I wanted a shoulder rig but nice ones cost a third of the price i gave for the gun. I want something to protect my pistol from getting beat up while riding my side by side or banging on the door of my truck while getting in and out. I had to take the custom grips off my 44 revolver because they were starting to get some bumps and scratches but I don't want to change them on my 1911. Being a big guy doesn't help matters either.

Are you wanting something like this?

 

[88E30M50]

This!!! I second Kramer and third, fourth, fifth and so on. Order one from Kramer and get a cheap other holster. When the Kramer arrives, you will realize why so many people like them. You'll never wear the other holster again.

I looked at Kramer's website for years and talked myself out of one mostly due to wait time. Then in Feb I broken down and ordered an IWB for my SW 586 L Comp. After a few days break in, its perfect. Kicking myself for not ordering one for other pistols years ago. I have another one order for a 1911. Should show up near my BDay this winter.

I think that I'm up to 11 Kramer holsters now. To me, it's the litmus test for whether a gun is a keeper or not. If I have the gun for a couple of years, I'll order a Kramer holster just to tell myself that it's now a keeper.

 

[Tom Threetoes]

Are you wanting something like this?
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I did at first but I've decided that a shoulder rig would better serve my purpose. I spend a lot of time in my side by side and there's not much room for a belt holster and my big rear end. I spend a lot of time clearing my hiking and riding trails and I think a shoulder holster would do a better job of keeping my gun out of harms way.

 

[jimbob488]

You can’t go wrong with Kramer leather. I also like don Hume but it seems hard to find. Not sure I’d they are even around anymore


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[ECS686]

You can’t go wrong with Kramer leather. I also like don Hume but it seems hard to find. Not sure I’d they are even around anymore


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Don Hume is still around. But like many with the Amazon popularity not many stores carry an inventory

 

[mcapo]

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[freekforge]

The old m3 and m7 tanker holsters are awesome trail holsters. There's also drop leg versions of the old military flap holsters that dadsmith posted in fact I'll be starting one in the near future.

I use a m3 tanker holster all the time it's one of my backwoods trips holsters. I think I paid 35 for it. Before I had kids I kept my Glock 17 shoved in one hanging from a peg by my bed so that no matter what I wore I had a holster on my body.

 

[freekforge]

Here's my $35 m3 tanker. I made a small modification by putting a Sam brown stud on the backside to secure the retention strap if I wanted to open up the holster for a faster draw.

 

[indyblue]

Gun Holsters | Custom Leather Holsters By Wright Leather Works

Our gun holsters are made from high-quality leather to provide a comfortable & reliable option for everyday carry. Shop our selection of leather holsters.

www.wrightleatherworks.com

Milt Sparks Holsters Inc.

We are dedicated to producing practical designs for everyday use. Our products are handcrafted to please even the most discriminating individual.

www.miltsparks.com

I just ordered one of these but the leadtime is a bit Long.
But they did refer me to a retailer that is expecting an inventory to come in any day now.

It’s especially tough for me being a lefty.

 

[wcd]

If not too late, Milt Sparks versa carry, Excellent, Quality, versatile options for tuckable or not.

 

[OurDee]

Take a look at chest rigs, if it will be an outdoors gun.

 

[OurDee]

Hill people has a nice chest pack. Comes in different colors.

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[red_zr24x4]

As far as Leather I really love my Galco ....

^ this for any of my holster needs

 

[Mij]

My avatar work horses all. Gun, Galco leather, knife, belt made by leather smith, hat by Stetson. Patina out the wazoo. No show ponies here, everyday hard work. Nothing under 20 years old. Galco gets my vote.

edit: I only say that because you said you’d be in your sxs a lot and clearing trails, it’s gonna be a challenge to keep your new gun in pristine condition under those circumstances. Best of luck whatever you decide.