Archive for Holsters
DeSantis Nemesis Pocket Holster Review
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The DeSantis Nemesis is a synthetic holster designed to carry a wide range of compact handguns in a pants pocket. Compared to many holsters on the market, the Nemesis is relatively inexpensive option to carry a concealed firearm. During my review, I found the Nemesis to be a quality holster, but with two small problems that I explain below.
I purchased a Nemesis holster to carry my S&W 642 revolver. The 642 is my “everywhere, all-the-time” kind of gun. Light enough to go everywhere, yet still chambered in a respectable caliber (.38 Special).
The Nemesis did a good job of hiding the outline of the revolver in a loose fitting pocket. In a pair of cargo shorts, it would be highly unlikely anyone would notice the gun, much less identify it as such. In a regular pair of jeans, the Desantis holster still did a respectable job, though the naturally closer fitting cut of the jeans made the gun a little more obvious than I would have liked. With a pair of relaxed casual pants like Dockers, the gun was well concealed. Read More→
Bianchi Model 7 Shadow II Holster Review
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The Bianchi Model 7 Shadow II is a belt holster made of soft leather with a thumb snap. The Shadow has several belt slots to allow the user to wear the holster with the handgun straight up, with a forward cant or even cross-draw. This Bianchi holster is made for a wide range of popular handguns, including compact and full-sized pistols and revolvers. Reasonably priced, the Model 7 promises a quality holster at a reasonable price. But, does Bianchi deliver? With a single caveat, I believe it does.
I’ve owned a Model 7 for several years, and have worn it on an occasional basis. Generally, my attire is more suited to an inside-the-waistband holster, but during colder months and for the occasional open carry event the Bianchi did get more frequent use. Additionally, on long car trips I would tend to wear this holster rather than an IWB for comfort reasons. Read More→
Galco Summer Comfort IWB Holster
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The Galco Summer Comfort is an inside-the-waistband (IWB) holster designed for both pistols and revolvers. The Summer Comfort is a leather holster in the style of the classic Milt Sparks Summer Special.
I purchased my Summer Comfort more than 10 years ago, and have used it extensively with my Glock 19. The Summer Comfort has held up very well, and I have certainly gotten my money’s worth from it.
My Summer Comfort holster is tan, but the Galco rep I spoke with at the 2009 SHOT Show said they will only be made in black from now on. When asked why, the rep replied that customer demand for black holsters was the majority of the business on this style holster. While I prefer tan, the black samples I held at the SHOT Show were very nice. Read More→
The Mako Group Announces Holster Product Line
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The Mako Group, primarily known for its weapons accessories, announces it has been named the exclusive North American marketer for a unique collection of Front Line holsters from Israel. Since 1961 Front Line, based in Israel, has manufactured high quality holsters for law enforcement agencies and military organizations. This new holster product line, which has been tested and proven in both combat and duty use, will be marketed in North America under The Mako Group’s name.
The Mako Group’s holsters are distinctive because they Read More→
On Quality Holsters and Guns
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These Kramer IWB holsters have an excellent reputation for quaility, comfort, and security.
One of the Internet arguments that never seems to die is whether you should carry a pistol with a cartridge in the chamber. The argument against carrying with “one in the pipe” is based on the idea that it is unsafe to do so. People are concerned about “accidental” discharges while it is carried, or if the pistol is dropped.
I’ll be completely up front and tell you that with a quality firearm, quality holster and competent owner, the handgun should be carried with a cartridge in the chamber if you are carrying for self defense. In most instances, a self-defense situation involving the use of deadly force develops far to quickly for you to draw your weapon and then work the slide before being able to employ the handgun.
But is it safe to carry a cartridge in the chamber? Read More→
Safariland Model 18 IWB Holster
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Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, announced today its newest Inside-the-Waistband (IWB) concealment holster, expertly designed for improved grip, holstering and concealability for plainclothes or civilian carry.
The new Safariland Model 18 IWB holster is made with durable SafariLaminate™, and its open top design enables users to efficiently access their firearms in any situation. A synthetic suede outer material grips clothing to minimize movement of the holster, increasing comfort and concealability while the holster’s inside lining helps protect the finish of the weapon. Read More→
