CCW holster belt-loop vs clip

[Justang]

I'm trying to find a IWB holster for my HK P2000SK. I found one company that makes a holster specifically for the P2000sk, Bulman holsters. There are two types that I can get, one with regular belt loops and one with their "talon" clips. Any benifits to either?

The Bulman's are leather, I'd really like to find a kydex holster, but nobody seems to make them yet.

suggestions?

 

[Sinsaba]

I could be wrong but I think these people either make them or will make them for you http://www.fist-inc.com/ I have a FIST holster for my G19 and I *DO* like it! I didn't see it on the list of guns but it would be worth calling them.

I saw a post on another site that Blade Tech might be a choice. The poster said that he was sending his to them to make a mold.

 

[chopinbloc]

as far as loops vs clips, the clip is faster/easier on and off. the loops are more secure. i've tried both and i prefer the loops with various types of clip for various handguns they've all moved around too much.

 

[kihnspiracy]

If you are serious about self defense, get a holster and mag pouches with belt loops. With a quality belt, your gear will stay secure and not shift around. It kills me when I see someone with an expensive pistol carrying it in a cheap nylon/velcro type clip holster.

 

[SMLE]

I agree with kihnspiracy about the nylon/velcro holsters, but not so much with the loops vs. clip argument.
I carry a Beretta 96 in a Galco Scout holster. It's a good, leather IWB that uses a clip. I often wear it for 16 hours of more, occaisionally for over 24. I've found it to be a very good holster, comfortable and secure while still allowing a smooth draw. The holster does move around a little bit, and I'm guessing that the loop type holster would hold in the same spot better. I use a Galco clip on single mag carrier as well.

I haven't tried any of the loop holsters, but I have been comtemplating getting a Galco Summer Comfort or Royal Guard holster for the Beretta and/or for my 1911. In fact, I just ordered a Galco Summer Comfort for the Sig 229 I recently bought.

 

[Geno]

Fobus is good; or those with TWO loops are good, but...

The holsters with a single loop (on the back-side of the holster), bad. They flop all over and wonder like a dog off its leash! I like my leather with two loops though. I personally have about 9 different holsters. Each has it own unique quality and makes it apporpriate for different clothing, and situations.

Doc2005

 

[clt46910]

If you are wanting something you will be taking on and off fairly often, and want OWB carry, look at paddle holsters. I have never seen a clip I liked for OWB carry. I have used them for IWB carry a few times but not my first choice.

 

[SMLE]

Update and observations...

I just got the Galco Summer comfort holster for my Sig and have been wearing it for a few hours.

Plus: It is VERY stable. The gun does NOT move.

Minus: It is a bugger to get off and on. If you need to remove your holster during the day, the clip/paddle would be the way to go. If you're just going to put the thing on and leave it, the loops are what you want. I have been very happy with the Scout holster, but now I'm defintaly geting Summer Comfort holsters for my other pistols.

 

[NorthernExtreme]

Belt or Clip

I have a box full of holsters that I've tried through the years, go with the loops. Make sure they are the same size as your belt (1 1/4", 1 3/4" etc).

As others have said; the clips work, but they will move and shift during extended wear. A good holster with loops cut for a good belt will keep your handgun in place. When you need it, you want to know where it is, not go looking for it. When 1/100ths of seconds count it can make all the difference.

Regards,