Steve Mcqueen Holster

[dikman]

I'd like to make a copy of the rig used by McQueen in The Magnificent Seven. The only problem I have is with the rear of the holster as I haven't been able to find any photos of it (they all show the front!). It appears that the holster is basically one piece, with the belt loop (shank?) folding over the belt and is then attached to the back of the holster.

So, how is it attached, what shape is the rear piece and how far down does it extend?

Anyone know?

[longtooth]

The rig is called the walk and draw. It was made by Andy Andersen. The holster is metal lined and has wings on it that fit on the hip which is metal lined.

Andy made the rig for me in the 60's. I have the holster and can take some pictures for you. This is my email address longtooth47562@yahoo.com.

[Thor]

I just hope you meant the mare's leg holster and have a pinterest account https://www.pinterest.com/pin/557461260105897677/

Other than that, it's just bullet loops.

Here's an exact copy http://www.magnolialeatherworks.com/shop/mares-leg-holster-steve-mcqueen

[Tugadude]

Wrong holster, different movie. Here is a nice write-up...http://gunsoftheoldwest.com/2014/10/famous-walk-and-draw-rigs-hollywood/

[Bruno Rock]

Nice article Tugadude, I'm planning in the future to make a replica of the rig worn by Clin Eastwood, and I'm starting collecting info!

[Tugadude]

I agree, nice article. And it references other sites where you can glean more info.

[dikman]

Already been to that site, lots of good info but no help to me.

Longtooth, that would be great! I'll send you my email address. I've read a lot about Andy Andersen, and his holsters/belts, and seen lots of photos - but nothing about the back of the holster. I could make it up, of course, and just do my own thing, but it would be nice to "get it right" in homage to the man.

Unfortunately, I will have to make the holster a little longer than the McQueen version as while I have long-barreled revolvers I don't particularly want to remove the front sights (which will probably catch on a shorter holster).

[longtooth]

I sent you a email.

[Red Cent]

The holsters are two ply. 8-9 ounce outer and a 5-6 ounce liner. I sandwich two t-nuts in holes punched in the back of the outer. Then I punch corresponding holes in the back flap and secure with screws. T-nuts are preferred because they will not spin when you tighten the screws.

A lot of holster makers put a welt in the holster but I do not tolerate welts. Too bulky looking.

[dikman]

Nice rigs, Red Cent, but the back of McQueen's holster is different to yours, the belt-loop fold-over on his is shorter and folded in tight to the belt. It also appears to be attached to the holster immediately under the belt, to hold the holster rigidly in place. This detail is what I can't find. Longtooth sent me some photos of what I suspect is a later holster and I can make an educated guess, based on how Andersen made this one.

But it would be nice to get it right. Might have to borrow the movie again and watch carefully for any shots of the holster.