Larry Report post Posted November 25, 2009 (edited) I've heard that if you carry concealed (or otherwise) that you will end up with a drawer full of holsters. It's just that difficult to find the exact one that works. Well I took the advice of Randy at bulldogleathercompany, MGOBO, and Jeff at boomstickholsters and my fourth holster hit the jackpot. Not long ago I had to travel out of town for about a 10 hour trip and it was in and out of the truck into stores. I was wearing a belt slide by a major holster maker that I had used for trips into town and thought was a good one. This trip taught me otherwise. After about 8 hours I took my 1911 (3” Kimber Ultra Carry) out and put in my console. We all know that defeats the purpose of conceal carry. So I decided to make my own. I kind of knew what I wanted and started to work. The first couple felt like a weight hanging off my belt. Then these guys took the time to educate me and help a newbie learn what a holster should and should not do. This holster really looks better than the pics show, but it is my prototype. I will re-make this holster and take my time. The dye is the Tandy All-in-one and being a newbie I figured it was best to start with it. The next holster will be dyed with better dye and my airbrush. The throat band goes all the way around and is doubled 6-7 oz. Leather. I doubled it so I could get the smooth side of the leather out for the belt loop. Needless to say the throat will never close up and hinder re-holster the weapon. The wide belt loop the guys told me I needed sure makes a difference. I wore it all day just to see how it would feel and there were times I forgot I had the pistol on my side. It is so comfortable I can’t believe it. And it is snug to my side. The pistol goes in and out of the holster and the holster and belt never moves. I have a full three finger grip on the pistol when it's drawn. I rubbed in 100% glycerin soap inside, and the welt is the same width all the way down so it gives the holster a rock solid feel. Thank you guys, and if you are having problems making your own holster, get in touch with these guys, they know what they are talking about. Thanks again for your help. Larry Edited November 25, 2009 by Larry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Randyc Report post Posted November 25, 2009 Larry, Your holster look good. The boning and stitching are real good. I may have to send you my orders, so you can do the stitching! I'm glad that my 2 cents helped you out. Randy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creed Report post Posted November 26, 2009 looks very nice....hopefully my next one will turn out half as nice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BOOMSTICKHolsters Report post Posted November 29, 2009 It's amazing what a difference a good design will make, huh? I'm glad it is working well for you. It's a unique approach that you've taken to accomplish your design goals. I think that's one to be proud of. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MBOGO Report post Posted December 7, 2009 Looks great from here Larry. Keep working it, It would look even better with that beautiful Kimber in it. Look forward to the MK IV version. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
