Holster recommendations for IDPA?

[valnar]

OK, so I own a couple handguns but since I live in Ohio, I've never needed a holster. We can't carry.

I want to start getting into IDPA, Combat shooting or some other formal match type shooting in my area. I need some holster recommendations for these kind of events, as well as something to hold revolver speedloaders or (semi-auto) magazines.

The two pistols I may use are a SIG P229 in 9mm, or a K-frame (3" or 4").

Recommendations??

-Robert

 

[Kamicosmos]

First thing is to go to IDPAs website, and look over the list of approved holsters. Then, go look them up and see what you like.

I am a growing fan of High Noon holsters. They are very good quality, and really affordable, and they do have a few that are IDPA approved...The Sky High off the top of my head is approved.

 

[sanchezero]

Comp-tac's paddles are great IDPA rigs.

 

[Dr.Rob]

Kydex holsters from Uncle Mike's are dirt cheap, function well and have retention screws to tighten the fit.

I use a Galco g-slide for IDPA but that was an $80 investment if I recall correctly.

 

[Gary G23]

I carry my 229 in a Blade-Tech belt holster for both IDPA and concealed carry.

 

[10-Ring]

For IDPA, I like kydex....inexpensive, secure fit & for the most part, very easy to get use to.

 

[another okie]

Blade-tech is hard to beat for IDPA for the guns you mention. I like Sidearmor for my Glocks. According to the most recent "Front Sight," the IPSC journal, the most common holsters at the chamionship in Production class (class most similar to IDPA) were Kytac, Safariland, and Blade-Tech, with Blade-Tech a clear winner.

 

[valnar]

Thanks for all the responses. I'll look into those.

-Robert

 

[Correia]

G-Code by Edgeworks. www.range5.com High quality kydex.

 

[Yo]

I had a Blade-tech straight-drop belt holster for an HK 45 USP. The fit on the nose was too tight--took off the finish. It also had exposed screw-heads on the belt enclosure that would scratch the gun on a fast draw or re-holster. I think they have changed the latter problem.

Sold it and replaced it with a $17 Uncles Mike's injection molded Kydex. I also use these for Glocks. Better fit (open nose), faster draw (yet retention was more positive), no metal anywhere than can contact the guns finish. A much better design, at 1/4th the price. If they make one to fit your P229, that's what I'd get.

 

[valnar]

Kydex (and Uncle Mikes') seems to be the clear cheap choice for now....

Thanks,
Robert

 

[Archer]

I have a suspicion that the only reason those Uncle Mikes Kydex rigs havent caught on more than they have is they cost too little...

 

[rayjay]

Kydex for all three guns I use in IDPA. They are cheap and work great. And if it gets dirty throw it in the dishwasher.

 

[Poohgyrr]

Congrats for checking out IDPA, I shoot matches when I can, which isn't nearly as often as I want. They are a lot of fun and you meet good people.

I'll plug Sparks (www.miltsparks.com) for leather holsters, I've been using their IWB's for years without any problems. My favorite leather mag holders are Mernickle's (www.mernickleholsters.com).

Side Armor (www.sidearmor.com) is another good source for kydex gear; their mag holders are my favorite in kydex. There are more good holster makers out there, which is good for us.

 

[Specialized]

From the latest IDPA Tactical Journal, it's apparent that the holster of choice for the 2003 IDPA National Championships in Little Rock, AR, was overwhelmingly made of kydex. The top five providers, in order, were:

1. Blade-Tech (80 shooters)
2. Comp-Tac (56)
3. Wilson Combat (27)
4. Safariland (25)
5. Uncle Mike's (24)
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   I shoot from Blade-Techs, and love them. I've always found their adjustability to work just right for me. As always, your mileage may vary.
   
   Hope this helps -- good luck!
   
   Specialized

 

[BerettaNut92]

Straight drop low riding holsters (not the ones that hang extra low that are female-legal like the type that motorcycle cops wear) aren't that concealable (at least for me), but IDPA legal and draw very very easily.