carebear
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Red Wing makes a nice leather belt. I have one each in brown and black.
Thats to match my shoes spiff, not my purses.
Thats to match my shoes spiff, not my purses.
So. How do YOU guys manage to keep your pants on???
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Taurus 66
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Hey carebear, I checked with the Redwings and they make no such belt ... Rochester that is 
Wildalaska
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Carry a smaller gun
WildnobuttAlaska
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carebear
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Lotta things Redwings don't make.... 
Oh crap, I guess they do have a couple recent Stanley Cup wins.
Stupid facts screwing up a good dig. :banghead:
Oh crap, I guess they do have a couple recent Stanley Cup wins.
Stupid facts screwing up a good dig. :banghead:
38SnubFan
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I've found that if your wearing pants designed to fit only your waist, as opposed to your waist AND the gun, you'll become uncomfortable very quick. I've ended up with some nice red marks on my hip this way from my EAA .38 snubbie digging into me. Also, if your holster doesn't have "snaps" to secure the holster to the belt and simply uses an over-the-waistband "clip" like my cheap Uncle Mike's IWB holster, it will tend to ride up and outwards every time you stand up with those tighter pants.
I've switched to a pancake-style OWB holster to eliminate this problem, since I usually wear jeans with a leather jacket or oversized shirt. Sometimes, however, I still need to dress in a fashion to where only my IWB will do. I've found that my "loose fitting" khakis with an oversized waist work well to tuck my little revolver into with my cheap Uncle Mike's IWB holster, and a 1 1/4" to 1 1/2" dress belt maintains enough tension to keep it in place while keeping me comfortable.
Another piece of advice that's already been mentioned in this thread: Wear your pants higher on the waist rather than on the hips. I'm 5'10" 160 lbs, with a 32" waist, low hips, and no butt, along with a slight gut; so I tend to wear my pants this way just to keep my shirt from coming untucked or "blousing out".
I've found that finding the right holster/belt/dress combination that works for each person can be a tedious, sometimes expensive, nerve-racking process that just plain SUCKS! Good luck in your battle.
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I've switched to a pancake-style OWB holster to eliminate this problem, since I usually wear jeans with a leather jacket or oversized shirt. Sometimes, however, I still need to dress in a fashion to where only my IWB will do. I've found that my "loose fitting" khakis with an oversized waist work well to tuck my little revolver into with my cheap Uncle Mike's IWB holster, and a 1 1/4" to 1 1/2" dress belt maintains enough tension to keep it in place while keeping me comfortable.
Another piece of advice that's already been mentioned in this thread: Wear your pants higher on the waist rather than on the hips. I'm 5'10" 160 lbs, with a 32" waist, low hips, and no butt, along with a slight gut; so I tend to wear my pants this way just to keep my shirt from coming untucked or "blousing out".
I've found that finding the right holster/belt/dress combination that works for each person can be a tedious, sometimes expensive, nerve-racking process that just plain SUCKS! Good luck in your battle.
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Andrew Rothman
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I'll be gol-danged. Who knew?
Might have to get me one of those.
SMLE
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You could also try bib overalls.
The semi-obscene rubber gizmo is called a "Hidden Tailor", uniform shops should have them. Galls has them for $9.99, item #U-UA331.
I have a pair of suspenders identical to those shown but made by Dickies Work Wear that I got at Wally-World. Pretty sure they were less than $12.00.
I carry a Beretta 96 in a Galco Scout IWB holster. I wear button front shirts un-tucked over the suspenders, and the only way you're going to know I'm packing is if I tell you or you do a pat search. The suspenders can be un-hooked and re-hooked very easily when you have to make a "pit stop". My usual belt load is the Beretta & 1 spare mag, a leatherman tool, cell phone and a glove pouch with one pair of rubber gloves. Then there is the usual load of change, keys, pocket knife, lock-blade folder, lucky coin, CPR shield and wallet.
FWIW: I carry gloves becuase I'm an EMT, rather than some run of the mill, common wierdo
The semi-obscene rubber gizmo is called a "Hidden Tailor", uniform shops should have them. Galls has them for $9.99, item #U-UA331.
I have a pair of suspenders identical to those shown but made by Dickies Work Wear that I got at Wally-World. Pretty sure they were less than $12.00.
I carry a Beretta 96 in a Galco Scout IWB holster. I wear button front shirts un-tucked over the suspenders, and the only way you're going to know I'm packing is if I tell you or you do a pat search. The suspenders can be un-hooked and re-hooked very easily when you have to make a "pit stop". My usual belt load is the Beretta & 1 spare mag, a leatherman tool, cell phone and a glove pouch with one pair of rubber gloves. Then there is the usual load of change, keys, pocket knife, lock-blade folder, lucky coin, CPR shield and wallet.
FWIW: I carry gloves becuase I'm an EMT, rather than some run of the mill, common wierdo
TinCup
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I carry the exact same gun as you and had the same problem. I purchased a good belt and switched to an owb holster, end of problem.
For a dress belt I bought one custom made from "harness leather", much thicker and stiffer than regular belts. Bought it for $30 at a Craft fair from a guy doing leather work. Best belt I ever owned. After almost 2 years it still looks brand new.
For a knock around belt I bought a 5 stitch Wilderness instructors belt. No way you're going to lose your pants with that sucker!
For a dress belt I bought one custom made from "harness leather", much thicker and stiffer than regular belts. Bought it for $30 at a Craft fair from a guy doing leather work. Best belt I ever owned. After almost 2 years it still looks brand new.
For a knock around belt I bought a 5 stitch Wilderness instructors belt. No way you're going to lose your pants with that sucker!
Big Gay Al
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I don't carry small guns (cuz I sold my last one just late last year) and I don't do IWB since at 6'2" and 280#, it's not very comfortable. I either use paddle style Fobus, Galco Belt holster or Galco Miami Classic shoulder rig, depending on which weapon I'm packing.
Me, I got an ass. And it ain't small neither. Still, every once in a while I have to "adjust" my pants, unless I'm wearing my shoulder rig.
I don't use suspenders...yet. But I'm thinking about it.
Me, I got an ass. And it ain't small neither.
Still, every once in a while I have to "adjust" my pants, unless I'm wearing my shoulder rig.I don't use suspenders...yet. But I'm thinking about it.
danbh
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I agree with Huaco, I have 2 of the Wilderness Instructor belts, one in each width. it's the only thing that I wear unless I am wearing a suit.
Ivy Mike
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geez, I can't believe you guys!
You are approaching this in the wrong way. Don't bother gettng a better belt. Just get a different gun. A DAO model won't poke you and you'll be able to sport a gangsta' look which will surely give you more opportunities to use your piece.
Seriously, get a better belt...the CZ can stay though. I wuv CZ's.
You are approaching this in the wrong way. Don't bother gettng a better belt. Just get a different gun. A DAO model won't poke you and you'll be able to sport a gangsta' look which will surely give you more opportunities to use your piece.
Seriously, get a better belt...the CZ can stay though. I wuv CZ's.
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