Cross Draw 1911?

[cleanview]

Some one bought one of my Glock 19 Avenger holsters and now wants several things.

He wants a cross draw OWB for a 1911. Most examples I look at ride a little higher on the belt. Wondering if that is normal and of course if you have a pic to share or any tips.

He also want what he called a milt parks 6 pack mag holder for a 1911 mags. I asked for a pic and he sent the attatched

http://s619.photobucket.com/user/whatfor/library/Milt%20Sparks%20Six-Pack

It looks fairly simple but I do wonder if the front of the pouch is connected to the dividers. Really don't think so.

I just started advertising selling holsters two months ago and he gave me what I consider the highest compliment. Jobs related to carrying a gun all his life (LEO MP guard) and he said the avenger was the best holster he has had. The reason it is the best compliment is re refereed to fit and function where as most compliment appearance

[harley45]

I can't help with the cross draw but I have one of the six-pacs and mine is not attached in front. Hope it helps

[cleanview]

thanks, that does help.

[Lobo]

When a holster is configured for cross-draw a reverse cant is usually used, which has the effect of lowering the grip-frame into closer proximity to the belt and waistband. Raising the ride height allows this to be done without adversely affecting accessibility (ability to obtain a solid grip on the pistol during the draw).

Doing this for a full-size 1911 pistol usually presents no other problems. Attempting the same approach with many of the compact or sub-compact pistols can have the effect of raising the balance point of the loaded pistol too high above the belt-line, resulting in the holstered pistol tipping out away from the body which compromises both concealment and security.

The best suggestions I can offer are (1) make sure your design allows proper accessibility, and (2) make sure that the weight distribution of the holstered handgun keeps the balance point no higher than the upper belt-line.

If your customers are looking for good concealment and order cross-draw holsters with that expectation you may expect to hear negative feedback. Cross-draw rigs simply cannot provide the same level of concealment as strong-side rigs.

[cleanview]

thanks lobo

[snubbyfan]

While I've never had an order for a crossdraw 1911 holster, I have made a S&W J frame crossdraw. Lobo's right, making a crossdraw and ensuring accessibility, concealability and carryability is a challenge.

This is the design I came up with;

Customer was quite satisfied and sent me a pic of him wearing it. He told me that it conceals well while remaining accessible.

[chiefjason]

FWIW, the Avenger can be re configured into a cross draw. You have to adjust the belt loops. The 1911 grip angle might be a bit easier to deal with too. Seems to offer more room than a lot of other guns.