Whats the best 1911 holster???

[DFence]

Ok guys, I need some advise....

I've been shooting Glock's for a long time now and I am going to start shooting my 1911 again and I want to find out what the latest and greatest holsters and mag pouches are.

I shoot a lot of tactical pistol and defense training, so I need something that will draw quick, but will also have a good weapon retention on it. Kydex or leather is fine with me. Also looking for a belt attach style OWB and IWB. No drop leg or paddle holsters. I am thinking a Crossbreed Holster for the IWB.

I have a really nice looking Kimber Eclipse that I am worried about messing up the finish on with a lot of use so that is also a concern.

Any suggestions???

[Desert_Rat]

Serpa!!

Actually, I've never seen a holster that doesn't wear the finish. So good luck finding one.

[Lives_In_Fresno]

Serpa!!

Actually, I've never seen a holster that doesn't wear the finish. So good luck finding one.

I thought Serpa's have a manual release, thus making it a slower draw? I don't have any personal experience with them.

I have a comp-tac for OWB concealed carry and training use, and a crossbreed supertuck for IWB concealed carry use.

It really depends on your needs.

[Desert_Rat]

When used properly by experienced shooters it will slow the draw by less that 1/10 of a second. When used improperly you might shoot yourself. (google it for video of both instances)

[vinny_land]

Safariland ftw!!!

http://www.dillonprecision.com/content/p/9/pid/25324/catid/22/Safariland_Model_5187_Holster_Colt_1911_and_clones

[Lives_In_Fresno]

When used properly by experienced shooters it will slow the draw by less that 1/10 of a second. When used improperly you might shoot yourself. (google it for video of both instances)

Thanks!

What you indicated is enough for me to stay far away from them, especially since there is no (listed) benefit over the other holsters, that I am aware of.

"Experienced" shooters won't be slowed much....

and

If you don't watch out, you become a statistic...

[DFence]

Safariland ftw!!!
http://www.dillonprecision.com/conte...911_and_clones

I forgot to mention that its a Eclipse Pro so it is a Commander size 1911. Will the Safariland work with the shorter barrel?

I use a Safariland ALS with my Glocks now and love it. The suede lining also seems like it will help protect the finish of the weapon.

[vinny_land]

I forgot to mention that its a Eclipse Pro so it is a Commander size 1911. Will the Safariland work with the shorter barrel?

I use a Safariland ALS with my Glocks now and love it. The suede lining also seems like it will help protect the finish of the weapon.

the websites lists the Safariland for a full size government 1911. I'd call/email to make sure a commander size 1911 will fit though.

[negolien]

I use the safariland 568 holster and 572 magazine holder for my Kimber Custom 2 and mags. They offer good retention, fit, ease of draw and their both paddles so ease of equiping and removing are very nice.. Extremely nice products for the prices.

http://www.safariland.com/DutyGear/product.aspx?pid=568

http://www.safariland.com/DutyGear/product.aspx?pid=572

[Desert_Rat]

Thanks!

What you indicated is enough for me to stay far away from them, especially since there is no (listed) benefit over the other holsters, that I am aware of.

"Experienced" shooters won't be slowed much....

and

If you don't watch out, you become a statistic...

You got it

[jonzer77]

I use the Wilson Combat kydex with a suede liner. Just put a little leather lightning on the inside to speed up your draw and you don't have to worry about scratching your finish.

http://shopwilsoncombat.com/Tactical-Assault-Holster-Compact-1911-Right-Hand-15-Belt-Black-Kydex/productinfo/TA2BKR15/

[DFence]

That Wilson Combat looks like the way to go. Any chance you can post a couple of pics of the inside of the holster?

What is the weapon retention like?

[jonzer77]

Sure, here ya go. I also put some of this on the inside to speed up the draw of the suede lining.

http://www.mitchrosen.com/product_line/miscellaneous/body_miscellaneous.html

It has a screw so you can adjust the retention to your liking.

[Audredger]

I am very pleased whith my Galco Royal Deluxe

http://www.usgalco.com/HolsterPG3.asp?ProductID=1990&GunID=37

[45DAVID1]

I like my Blackhawk SpecOps drop-leg.