Holster useless?

[Calguns77]

If you have a Glock I would suggest the Glock Sport Holster at $12

Seriously this. They have excellent retention but cost less than a crappy universal nylon holster. And you can buy a holster and two of their magazone pouches which are also very good for around $35. Also blackhawk brand nylon duty belts are only around $25 -$35 on amazon. You can get everything you need for less than the price of 1 high end kydex holster.

[deadcoyote]

Holsters are no different than guns. Some argue you'll never really need it so why buy it, but if you ever do need either and you don't have it you'll feel pretty stupid.

Blade tech makes really nice holsters for owb. I also like the serpa holsters but some instructors/schools don't like them. I have an alien gear owb that hides a full size pretty well by holding it snug into your body, but that attribute also makes it less useful for classes or competition.

[Quiet]

+1 on using a Bladetech OWB holster

[REDdawn6]

Just pick up an Alien Gear OWB for your classes. Good quality and very reasonably priced. A good gun belt is nice to have but for a couple of classes, a decent leather 1.75w belt from Walmart will do OK.

Alien Gear makes a great gun belt too.

[Glock19newb]

A bunch of nice guys on here.

What do you think of this holster?

https://www.amazon.com/Fobus-Standard-Holster-GL2E2-Walther/dp/B001C5ZQTM/ref=pd_sim_200_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=41CRY9MJdFL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR111%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=8EHR4ZSCFW51VAQ5WEZ4

What about Hanks Gunner belt? I wear dressy pasts often so if this belt looks great and lasts a lifetime its a win win?

https://www.amazon.com/Hanks-Gunner-Concealed-Leather-Warranty/dp/B00XNRF9IA/ref=sr_1_3?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1471198194&sr=1-3&keywords=gun+belt

I also have a streamlight light/laser attached to the glock 19 so ordered this

https://www.amazon.com/Tactical-Standard-Conceal-Polymer-Holster/dp/B00I3FN3B2/ref=sr_1_sc_12?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1471198371&sr=1-12-spell&keywords=fubus+holster

[Quiet]

A bunch of nice guys on here.

What do you think of this holster?

https://www.amazon.com/Fobus-Standard-Holster-GL2E2-Walther/dp/B001C5ZQTM/ref=pd_sim_200_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=41CRY9MJdFL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR111%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=8EHR4ZSCFW51VAQ5WEZ4

I also have a streamlight light/laser attached to the glock 19 so ordered this

https://www.amazon.com/Tactical-Stan...=fubus+holster

The Fobus holsters are okay.
Not very durable and are easy to break.
Which is why they are so inexpensive.

So, if you don't mind replacing them or having a few spares on hand in case they break, then they are good for range use.

[CSACANNONEER]

The NRA feels confident in my abilities to teach basic pistol use as well.

I wouldn't go full leather IWB either.

Forgive me but, where are holsters part of the NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting course? Also, you do realize that the NRA no longer has a "Basic Pistol" course. There is a new course now.

So, top holster makers like Desantis who have been making all leather IWB holsters for decades are doing their customers a disservice? I know plenty of LEOs and other CCW holders that have never had a problem with an all leather holster. True, it isn't a good choice for the OP's class needs but, it might be a perfect choice for other wants or needs.

BTW, if u don't like looking at sig lines, you have the option of turning them off.

[trendar5]

Just go down to walmart and get a nylon universal holster.

For a class? No!

He needs a holster for a class. He needs a Blade-Tech OWB no-safety-lever holster, designed specifically for his exact make/model.

[Wasn'tMe]

A bunch of nice guys on here.

What do you think of this holster?

https://www.amazon.com/Fobus-Standard-Holster-GL2E2-Walther/dp/B001C5ZQTM/ref=pd_sim_200_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=41CRY9MJdFL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR111%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=8EHR4ZSCFW51VAQ5WEZ4

What about Hanks Gunner belt? I wear dressy pasts often so if this belt looks great and lasts a lifetime its a win win?

https://www.amazon.com/Hanks-Gunner-Concealed-Leather-Warranty/dp/B00XNRF9IA/ref=sr_1_3?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1471198194&sr=1-3&keywords=gun+belt

I also have a streamlight light/laser attached to the glock 19 so ordered this

https://www.amazon.com/Tactical-Stan...=fubus+holster

No direct experience with Fobus, but as Quiet said, people generally say it's not all that durable.

After using a Blade Tech OWB for several classes, I'm a big fan. Lanbo's Armory usually has good prices on them. I would recommend this one for a Glock 19 (for range use, not CCW in S CA).

I've used leather belts from Galco and Hank's for classes. They both work well, but Galco has the edge in appearance and slimness. The Hank's belt is less expensive, but it protrudes a lot at the buckle. I'm a thin guy, so it can be noticeable. It's fine for the range, but not something I personally would want for CCW (this is purely cosmetic, btw).

[floogy]

If basic foolproof owb holster is required then I'll add my recommendation for the Glock sport holster. Costs the same or less than a crappy holster and will do the trick. It also is close to the body and would work for ccw with jacket or large shirt.


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[CSACANNONEER]

For a class? No!

He needs a holster for a class. He needs a Blade-Tech OWB no-safety-lever holster, designed specifically for his exact make/model.

There are quality holsters that are designed to fit many different firearms. He does not need one designed specifically for one exact make and model. Here's a good example:

http://www.safariland.com/products/holsters-and-gear/holsters/concealable-holsters/paddle/model-578-gls-pro-fit-holster-with-paddle-57800.html#start=1