Good Heavy Gun Holster

[Vanzpp]

Hi, everyone. Hope everyone had a good holiday.

I own a stainless P220, and I was wondering what would be a good holster to carry it in.

The thing is really heavy. I own a Fobus OWB holster, but I don't like carrying it that way. The gun sticks out too much, and I have to keep pulling my pants up. However, I know lots of people carry full-size guns daily. High end 1911s like Wilson Combat and Rock River are about as heavy as my P220.

I like to carry IWB, but I'd be open to other ideas. I'd appreciate suggestions for holster brands or modes of carry. Thanks!

 

[the foot]

My son and I both carry our P228's in a Gould and Goodrich Gold line Thumb-Break holster. Outside the waistband, but high and concealed.

 

[Roy Weber]

Heavy Holsters

This is why I started making holsters! I had holsters from 3 different manufactors and had the same problems with all, so I started making my own and found that to prevent this you needed heavier leather than what they were using.
Roy
rockingwholsters

 

[Vanzpp]

Roy,

What's your turnaround time?

Thanks.

 

[papabear]

Good lookin holsters & really good price. It wont be long until you are backed up a lot.

 

[PCRCCW]

Just about any good solid pancake from a reputable maker and even an off of the rack...Galco, etc should do you just fine.

I carry a 54 oz gun (20 rounds of 9mm inc.) on a pancake everyday and at times a 1911 also....

Look around and see what you like and just go from there.

Shoot well and god bless

 

[Sistema1927]

Don't forget to get a decent belt. The best holster won't do the job without a proper belt.

 

[Vanzpp]

Don't forget to get a decent belt.

Any recommendations?

 

[PCRCCW]

Most makers who make holsters also offer belts. One thing is making sure the holsters belt slots/loops fit pretty closely with the belt width. Alot of off of the rack holsters come with 1 3/4" loops and most jeans only take 1 1/2" belts..so you may have some play in that scenario.

With a heavy gun and carrying OWB....a GOOD belt is very very important.

There are way to many companies to list..........and everyone has a preference.

Shoot well and god bless

 

[Roy Weber]

Turn around time

My turn around time is 3-4 weeks if I don' have the blue gun in stock. With the blue gun in stock it is about 1-2 weeks and I will not charge you card until I start working on your order!
Royhttp://www.rockingwholsters.com

 

[lance22]

I've had a lot of luck with BearClaw Holsters for kydex and K&D Holsters for leather. Lot's of good holster makers out there.

The issue of gun weight is a belt issue, and not really a holster issue. Check out The Belt Man.

 

[Vanzpp]

Thanks for all the input, guys.

I ordered a Milt Sparks Versa Max 2 IWB holster. I called them and I was very impressed with the customer service. The guy on the phone took the time to answer all my questions and make the recommendation.

They're running 5 months out, but that's OK..I'm in no hurry.

 

[asknight]

Roy Weber, I tried to check your site but got this message instead...

Bandwidth Limit Exceeded

The server is temporarily unable to service your request due to the site owner reaching his/her bandwidth limit. Please try again later.

In my days as a web guy, I ran into this problem quite a bit with a few client sites that were graphics heavy. If you have a lot of photos of your work on your pages, you may need to resize them down smaller (if possible) to save on bandwidth, or order a hosting package that allows a larger daily data transfer quota.

 

[Roy Weber]

My site was down for 24 hours because of this! I am back up!
Roy

 

[wcwhitey]

Don't forget the belt. If you are going to have the a holster made for you now is the time to have the belt made as well. It will cost a few dollars but a well made setup will last a long long time. One of the reasons is to have the belt loops on the holster matched to the belt. Most concealment holsters are made for 1 3/4" belt, most people wear a 1 1/2" inch belt, holster flops and moves around. Consider your normal dress and find a good compromise belt with (probably 1 1/2") that will work in jeans and dress pants. Than have it made thick and have the holster slots match it. This will give you a very comfortable setup and aid in the concealment of your weapon, you will be glad you did. Happy New Year! Bill

P.S. Roy, looks like nice work.

 

[Vanzpp]

Happy New Year! Bill

You too!

I just bought a thick leather belt that's 1 1/2 inches. The belt loops on the holster are that width, also.

 

[MrGreenMachine]

The belt makes all the difference. Not just in quality but in size. I carry a 220 in a galco combat master on a don hume belt. Make sure you size your belt right for you.

 

[gunfighter48]

I make my own belts, 1/4 in thick double layer veg tanned leather, glued, sewn, and riveted. A good belt does make a difference!