Holster for OWB.

[Ronin2]

Holsters with thumb breaks are to meet department guidelines for retention. Police and other LEOs have to go hands on with dangerous people, and weapon retention is very important as all too often cops are hurt with their own weapon. How does that apply to you and me? It doesn't! Or at least not me. Thumb breaks are lame and completely unnecessary if you buy a well crafted holster specifically designed to hold your particular firearm.

I totally disagree if you are buying a holster for possible CCW in public or on private property. You should have tactical priority to make sure that your weapon is always with you/SAFE should you get into any physical altercation or accident.

If you are shopping for a competition/range holster then the retention issue isnt.

I like to train the way I might someday have to fight so all my competition holsters and CCW holsters are one in the same... with a level I retention thumb break snap.

I use Galco holsters (Fletch/FED paddle and PLE paddle) for CCw/range/competition and for tactical applications I use the Safariland model 3084 military tactical holster.

The world's finest handguns can cost $5k, but the worlds finest holster only cost $100-$175; worth it, ain't it?

++++++1

Its analogous to buying a fine sports car and putting cheap tires on it....LOL

[negolien]

You should take a look at the Safariland 568 they are paddles which make removing and stuff alot easier. I also use their 572 paddle for double magazines.

[Striker]

I want to pick up a holster for my Glock 17, i have been looking at Blade-tech,G-Code,Fobus and Blackhawk. The only holsters i really like are the G-Code and Fobus, the G-Code Holsters are really expensive and the shipping is ridiculous, the Fobus seems the best bet at this point. Anybody have any experience with the Fobus holsters, specifically with the thumb breaks?
Any opinions would help.

As stated above numerous times, Fobus is not a good holster. Take it from someone who has been down the cheap holster route, it's not worth it. Wish I had just bought quality holsters and belts from the beginning. I would have a much fatter bank account right now.

What is the intended use of the holster, concealment or open carry or both? If both, take a look at Raven Concealment with the Pancake loops. If it's not for concealment and you want active retention, try a Safariland ALS holster. Great holsters, but not good for concealment. If you want leather, Galco makes a ton of good holsters. A good friend of mine has a Bianchi Snap lok holster. Wears it everday and loves it. Other than that, you've already had comptac, bladetech and you might as well add Persec (PSS) to your search.

Good holsters are worth the money.

[Grumpyoldretiredcop]

Wish I had just bought quality holsters and belts from the beginning. I would have a much fatter bank account right now.

Quoted as absolute truth that I learned the same way (looks at plastic tub-o-holsters no longer used).

[Euphoria526]

+1 for bladetech. Awesome holster. Now I just need a shooting belt haha
But great stuff, doesn't mess up the guns finish (cz p01) and feels great OWB.

[blockster]

i ended up going on ebay and finding a Safariland 6280. It is used but still works excellent and for 40 bucks shipped cant go wrong. i still have money to pick up an HSGI Sure Grip Belt and a Cobra Belt!. Thanks for the suggestions guys

[blockster]

i am still trying to get a drop leg system also

[SILENT GUNMAN]

I'm partial to the safariland paddle with the als system. Unlike other plastic holders the safari land has a liner to help protect your pistol's finish. I've used fobus and black hawk and to me they just don't compare. You can get them on amazon for around 50 bucks or so last time I looked.

[negolien]

Meh

Why does it look like your mags are facing backwards?

I just jammed em in there for a picture but to be honest some people do carry differantly. I actually have it set up with the tabs facing away from each other. As a side note to the OP grats bud post a pic if ya get a chance

[CrippledPidgeon]

Holsters with thumb breaks are to meet department guidelines for retention. Police and other LEOs have to go hands on with dangerous people, and weapon retention is very important as all too often cops are hurt with their own weapon. How does that apply to you and me? It doesn't! Or at least not me. Thumb breaks are lame and completely unnecessary if you buy a well crafted holster specifically designed to hold your particular firearm.

While retention will buy you a second or two against an inexperienced criminal, they're not going to help you at all against someone who knows what they're doing.

Retention is more useful for the mundane things, such as: preventing the gun from falling out of your holster in the car, preventing the gun from falling out of your holster when you go prone, preventing the gun from falling out of your holster if you are chasing someone, preventing the gun from falling out of your holster when you're practicing handstands. That kind of thing.

Personally, I don't use retention with my handguns. I use kydex or kydex/leather hybrids so that I can control the tension on my gun. My competition holsters are set with the tension really low (as long as the muzzle is in the holster when I let go, it's going to fall into place), and my work holsters are set somewhat higher.

The world's finest handguns can cost more than $5k, but the worlds finest holster only cost $100-$175; worth it, ain't it?

Fixed that for you.

[Massan]

Do you need retention? If so, what level?
I highly recommend Safariland if your going the retention route. They also have the new ALS system for G17 if your not a fan of the SLS.

If your just going lvl 1,
Blade-tech and Raven are my top two.

[iron330]

Can't say I've tried many holsters, but the Raven Phantom and my G17 just love each other. Retention is excellent, with a very precision click when sent home. The holster sits very close to the body without being uncomfortable. I personally don't see a reason for IWB when this Raven OWB is so good. With quick ship I got mine in under 2 weeks order to door.

[paul0660]

looks at plastic tub-o-holsters no longer used

Put them up for sale; there is a newb born every minute.

[tuna quesadilla]

Can't say I've tried many holsters, but the Raven Phantom and my G17 just love each other. Retention is excellent, with a very precision click when sent home. The holster sits very close to the body without being uncomfortable. I personally don't see a reason for IWB when this Raven OWB is so good. With quick ship I got mine in under 2 weeks order to door.

In before somebody tells you that their $39 kydex special made by some doofus with a toaster is just as good.

<--Raven owner. I've never handled a knockoff kydex holster that came anywhere close in terms of attention to detail, retention, or quality of draw.

[Red Devil]

BlackHawk CQC Carbon Fiber SERPA Holster

...For a HD/Range/Woods holster it works very well.

It is very compact and rides extremely close and secure - especially w/ the paddle attached. (although I cut the horn off the paddle to ease mounting/dismounting and the belt-hooks on the holster keep the rig anchored and secure.)

The external lock is positive, naturally located, and easily accessed - especially w/ heavy layered clothing.

I have been carryin' it at the 3:30 position w/ one notch (~15 deg.) of forward tilt. Draws and re-holsters quickly and easily w/o looking.


I may get a Safariland 6378 ALS Paddle Holster for rollin' round and playin' in the dirt, but for a simple positive retention carry rig?

...Best $38.87 delivered to my stoop I ever spent on a holster.